Kashi Vishwanath Shiva Kavach
Devanagari
सानन्दमानन्दवने वसन्तमानन्दकन्दं हतपापवृन्दम् । वाराणसीनाथमनाथनाथं श्रीविश्वनाथं शरणं प्रपद्ये ॥
Transliteration
Sānandamānandavane Vasantamānandakandaṃ Hatapāpavṛndam | Vārāṇasīnāthamanāthanāthaṃ Śrīviśvanāthaṃ Śaraṇaṃ Prapadye ||
Meaning
“I take refuge in the Lord of Kashi, Shri Vishwanatha, who dwells blissfully in the Forest of Bliss, who is the source of all happiness and the destroyer of all sins, and who is the protector of those who have no protector.”
About this mantra
The Kashi Vishwanath Mantra is a powerful invocation of Lord Shiva in his form as the Lord of the Universe (Vishwanath) and the presiding deity of the holy city of Kashi. This mantra celebrates Shiva as the resident of the "Forest of Bliss" (Anandavana) and the one who removes all sins and obstacles. Listening to this continuous Shiva mantra during rest or meditation is traditionally believed to support inner purification, mental clarity, and spiritual grounding. It is often used to seek the grace of the "Protector of the Unprotected" (Anathanatha), bringing a deep sense of peace and security to the listener's environment.
How to use it
Play this chant softly as you lie down for sleep, or in the quiet of early morning. Dim the lights, breathe slowly, and let the sound repeat without effort — there is nothing to do but listen. You may chant along under your breath, or simply rest in Shiva's presence and let the vibration carry you into stillness.
The recording runs for hours, but you don't need all of it — even 21 minutes a day is enough to feel the benefit. Listen for as long as feels right, or let it play gently through the night.
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