Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah (Shanti Mantra)
सर्वे भवन्तु सुखिनः
Origin & Story
Traditional Vedic Shanti Mantra · Traditional (Vedic) · Vedic
Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah is the supreme expression of the Hindu prayer for universal welfare. Rather than asking for anything for oneself, the devotee prays that every being — without exception — be happy, healthy, blessed and free of suffering. It embodies the Vedic vision of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam', that the whole world is one family, and is recited to close prayers and gatherings everywhere.
✦ As told in scripture
Its power is in its selflessness: to pray sincerely that all beings be happy and free of suffering is itself to be filled with peace, and so this mantra, asking nothing for oneself, is said to give the greatest peace of all to the one who chants it.
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The Mantra
सर्वे भवन्तु सुखिनः सर्वे सन्तु निरामयाः । सर्वे भद्राणि पश्यन्तु मा कश्चिद्दुःखभाग्भवेत् । ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः ॥
Sarve bhavantu sukhinah sarve santu niramayah Sarve bhadrani pashyantu ma kashchidduhkhabhagbhavet Om shantih shantih shantih
Meaning:May all beings be happy; may all be free from illness. May all see what is auspicious; may no one suffer. Om peace, peace, peace.
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Benefits of Chanting Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah (Shanti Mantra)
The most beloved universal peace prayer (Shanti Mantra) of Hinduism, praying for the happiness and well-being of all beings without exception.
Recited to cultivate goodwill (maitri), compassion and a selfless heart that wishes well to the whole world.
Chanted at the close of prayers, yoga and meditation sessions, ceremonies and gatherings, to dedicate their merit to the welfare of all.
Brings peace to the one who chants it by expanding the heart beyond the self to embrace all of creation.
Simple and universal — suitable for everyone, of any path, to recite daily.
How to Chant Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah (Shanti Mantra)
Recite slowly with a calm, open heart, genuinely wishing happiness and freedom from suffering to all beings — your loved ones, strangers, and even those you find difficult. Close with 'Om Shanti Shanti Shanti'. It is the traditional way to end any prayer, class or gathering.
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