By: Ramaswamy Seshadri
Sri Radhakrishna Swamiji took us to Devarayana Durga near Tumkur 70 KM from Bengaluru. As we proceeded to climb the hill, Swamiji stopped at the holy spring of ‘Namada Chilume’ and sat for meditation. After sometime smoke started coming out of the spring and Swamiji asked a devotee to put his hand and take out an object from within the spring. It was a Sudarshana yantra covered with moss. It was cleaned and reverentially worshipped by all of us. Sri Radhakrishna Swamiji initiated us into Sudarshana Mantra and explained the meaning in a contemplative mood after Sai Bhajans and Vishnu Sahasranama chanting. Swamiji invoked the blessings of Sai Baba and explained the meaning of the Sudarshana mantra
What is the Maha Sudarshana Mantra?
Lord Sudarshana is the manifestation of Lord Vishnu. He holds Sudarshana chakra on his rear right hand. Additionally, in his other three hands, he holds a conch, mace, and a lotus flower. When Lord Vishnu is holding the Sudarshana Chakra, he is also worshipped as Lord Sudharshana. Lord Vishnu also uses his chakra to put an end to the sufferings of his devotees. In Tamil, he is worshipped as Chakrathalwar, which translates to “God of the wheel/disc”.
The Sudarshana Chakra
The derivation of the word Sudarshana is from two Sanskrit words, “Su” meaning auspicious and “Dharshana” meaning vision. Hence, the word Sudharshana translates to “auspicious vision” or “divine vision”. Sai Baba advised his devotees to visualize him in all beings. The chakra clears the path to attaining salvation. The Sudharshana chakra has 108 blades. The blades find the evil and destroy them. As a result, this chakra is the most powerful among all of Lord Vishnu’s weapon. The disc also generates a lot of heat as it is an aspect of Lord Agni. The smoke symbolized this when we took out the Yantra from Namada Chilume. Swamiji said, Sudarshana Chakra is not just the representation of Lord Vishnu, it is also an object worthy of worship. It is a personification of Sai Baba.
The Sudarshana Chakra contains a circular ring. The circle is surrounded by fire, thus representing the Sun god. The circular ring depicts the destruction of evil forces. It also represents the victory of good over evil. Additionally, this chakra also seeks out its enemies in the directions. As a result, it is considered the protector of Dharma.
What is the Maha Sudarshana Mantra?
The Maha Sudarshana Mantra is a powerful and auspicious mantra that will help remove unnecessary elements from your life. As a result, chanting the mantra not only has religious benefits, but it also heals a person physically, mentally, and emotionally. Also, reciting the powerful Maha Sudarshana Mantra will help you invoke the blessings of Sai Baba as Lord Vishnu.
The Mantra
Om Kleem
Krishnaaya Govindaaya
Gopeejana Vallabhaya
Paraya Param Purushaaya Paramathmane
Para Karma Manthtra Yanthra Tanthra
Oushadha Astra Shastrani
Samhara Mrithiyur Mochaya
Om Namo Bhagavathey
Maha Sudarshanaya
Deepthrey Jwala Pareethaya
Sarwa Digkchobhanakaraye
Hum Phat Bhrahmaney
Param Jyothishe Namaha
Om Namo Bhagavathey Sudarshanaya
Maha Sudarshana Mantra Meaning
The meaning of the Sudarshana Maha Mantra is :
“O Lord Krishna, you are the protector and controller of the universe. You are also supreme being and the beloved of the gopikas. O Paramathma, protect me from all sorts of evils. You are the Lord who has the entire world in His hands. You are also the one who holds the Sudarshana chakra and destroys the evil in all eight directions. I now completely surrender myself to you.”
We all worshipped at the Yoga Narasimha temple after handing over the Sudarshana Yantra to the temple priests. Even now it is there, and they recollect Sri Radhakrishna Swamiji’s visit and the miracle of Sudarshana Yantra obtained at Namada Chilume.
Before leaving the temple, Swamiji prayed – “O Sudarshana! The fiery radiance, possessing the power of millions of Suns, please pull us out of our ignorance and lead us to Vaikuntha.” – Skanda Purana.
Sudarshana is the key to prosperity and happiness. It radiates energy for the mortal world. He ushers in the life force. With the blessings of Sudarshana Mantra, let us straighten our backs, generate positive energy, and lead a conflict-free life.
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