Mantra Pushpam — Word-by-Word Meaning
मन्त्र पुष्पम्
Every Sanskrit word explained in English
Word-by-Word Breakdown
अपां
Apaam
Of waters
पुष्पं
Pushpam
Flower, essence, bloom
वेद
Veda
Knows, understands
पुष्पवान्
Pushpavaan
One who possesses the flower/essence
प्रजावान्
Prajavaan
One who has progeny/abundance
पशुमान्
Pashumaan
One who has wealth (cattle)
चन्द्रमा
Chandrama
The moon
आयतनं
Aayatanam
Abode, resting place, source
अग्निः
Agnih
Fire
वायुः
Vayuh
Wind, air
आपः
Aapah
Waters
एवं
Evam
Thus, in this way
भवति
Bhavati
Becomes, attains
Complete Translation
He who knows the flower of waters becomes the possessor of flowers, progeny and cattle. The moon is indeed the flower of waters. He who knows this becomes the possessor of flowers, progeny and cattle. He who knows thus.
He who knows the source of waters becomes established. Fire is indeed the source of waters. He who knows this becomes established. He who knows the source of fire becomes established. Waters are indeed the source of fire. He who knows this becomes established. He who knows thus.
He who knows the source of waters becomes established. Wind is indeed the source of waters. He who knows this becomes established. He who knows the source of wind becomes established. Waters are indeed the source of wind. He who knows this becomes established. He who knows thus.
Origin & History
Source: Taittiriya Aranyaka (Yajurveda)
Author: Vedic Rishis
Period: 1200-800 BCE
The Mantra Pushpam comes from the Taittiriya Aranyaka, a section of the Yajurveda meant to be studied in the forest (aranya) during deep contemplation. It explores the profound interconnection between cosmic elements — how water, fire, wind, moon, and sun are all mutually dependent. This understanding of cosmic unity is considered the highest 'flower' (pushpam) of knowledge, hence offered as the final, best offering to the deity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mantra Pushpam?▼
It is a Vedic hymn from the Taittiriya Aranyaka of the Yajurveda. 'Mantra Pushpam' means 'flower of mantras' — it is the culminating offering at the end of every puja, where flowers are offered while chanting this hymn.
Why is it chanted at the end of puja?▼
Just as a flower is the most beautiful offering to God, this mantra is considered the 'flower' of all Vedic mantras. Offering it at the end of puja is like offering the best — the essence of all mantras.
What does it mean philosophically?▼
It reveals the cyclical, interconnected nature of all elements. Water produces the moon, fire is the source of water, water is the source of fire, wind is the source of water — everything depends on everything else. Understanding this interconnection is the key to all prosperity.
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