TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction ......................................................................... 3
How to use this Guide ...................................................... 4
Mantras................................................................................. 6
RELEASING FEAR ................................................. 11
Chatr Chatr Vartee ............................................. 11
PROSPERITY .......................................................... 13
Har .......................................................................... 13
PROTECTION .........................................................14
Gaitri Mantra (Gobinday Mukunday …..) ....14
Managala Charn.................................................. 15
CLEAR THE PAST (SUBCONSCIOUS) ............. 17
SA TA NA MA (Kirtan Kriya) ........................... 17
GUIDANCE & INTUITION.................................. 20
Ong Namo Guru Dev Namo (Adi Mantra) . 20
Mul Mantra........................................................... 21
Sat Nam ................................................................ 24
COMMUNICATION .............................................. 25
Ajai Alai ................................................................. 25
Anta Naad Mantra - Sa Re Sa Sa ................... 27

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CONNECTING TO THE INFINITE ................... 29
(Morning call) Long Ek Ong Kar. (Ek Ong
Kar Sat Nam Siri Wahe Guru) ........................ 29
Adi Shakti .............................................................. 31
HEALING ................................................................ 33
Ra Ma Da Sa Sa Say So Hung .......................... 33
Guru Guru, Wahe Guru, Guru Ram Das Guru
................................................................................. 34

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INTRODUCTION
Kundalini Yoga as inspired by Yogi Bhajan.
Draws on the ancient yoga teachings of India
and delivers them in a format that is perfect
for life today. Yogi Bhajan was a master thus
his teachings had a timeless quality. He was
also clear about his mission, which was to
seed a ‘Practice’ that would help humanity
traverse the challenges of the information age
(A time of Chaos, where nothing will be
hidden and the human psyche will be under
immense pressure.)

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HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE

Mantra is a huge part of Kundalini yoga; this

guide aims to assist you with a self-practice
or help bring context to the classes you
attend. It contains key mantras used within
Kundalini Yoga. There are many more but the
intention with this e-book is to get you
started!
For most of the Mantras, I have provided a
short summary; music option and a link to a
common meditation.
Music can be sourced from Itunes,
Spiritvoyage.com, satnam.eu, Spotify and
other sources fast becoming available.
If you decide to practice a meditation, please
‘Tune in’ using the Adi Mantra (Ong Namo,
Guru Dev Namo) three times before you start
– Audio link.
It is good to attend a class to understand the
power and effectiveness of this practice, but it

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is equally important to develop a dedicated
self-practice.
Enjoy.

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MANTRAS
Mantras are words that have a powerful
vibrational effect. They were often
‘channelled’ by mystics, sages, gurus or yogis.
They embody divine energy that when uttered
in the correct way can powerfully impact our
mind and body.

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Humanity exists in an era where we feel
increasingly disconnected from source. This
sense of ‘distance’ is a cause of our suffering.
Mantras help by closing the distance to our
true-self; they make us whole again. When
we feel aligned to our truth, life become a flow
rather than a struggle.
Mantras from India are extremely diverse and
exist in multiple languages with Sanskrit
being the most well-known. Yogi Bhajan
utilised mantras that were largely sourced
from the ancient writings of the Sikh Gurus
(language - Gurumukhi).
The Gurus were 10 divine masters who
vibrated ‘source’ powerfully. Their teachings
were recorded as stories, songs, prayers and
poems. The Guru Granth Sahib is a sacred
book which contains the writings of all 10
Gurus. The Gurus were masters who
welcomed all seekers of truth regardless of
faith or creed.

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Yogi Bhajan understood the power of the
‘Gurus Word’ and shared excerpts as mantras.
Over 40 years these became the mantras that
we enjoy in Kundalini Yoga today.
Since Yogi Bhajan made Kundalini Yoga open
in the late 60’s, mantras have exploded into
the mainstream. Websites such as spirit
voyage are specialist’s sellers of Mantra based
music.
It should be noted that precise chanting
technique (i.e. monotone projection) is often
forsaken in the name of Music! However,
what may be lost in precision can be offset by
the devotion and intention of the performer;
Listen and judge for yourself.
This e-book includes a range of common
mantras within kundalini yoga. All Mantras
elevate but they also have areas of specialty
see below:
• Releasing Fear
• Prosperity
• Protection
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 • Clear the Past (Subconscious)
• Guidance/ Intuition
• Communication
• Connecting to the Infinite
• Healing

However, this is not an exact science; mantras

can’t be put in a box! A mantra known for
releasing fear can also clear the subconscious.
So treat these categories as start points but
ultimately decide for yourself. With time and
practice you will understand the impact
mantra has on you with more precision; you
can then apply them to your circumstances.
Finally, the most important component of
chanting mantra is your Intention and
humility; if your intention is clear almost any
mantra will work for you. This approach
invokes one of the Sutras of the Aquarian Age
– Vibrate the Cosmos and the Cosmos will
clear the path.

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RELEASING FEAR

CHATR CHATR VARTEE

Chattra Chakkra Vartee,

Chattra Chakkra Bhugatay,
Suyambhav Subhang Sarab Daa Saraab
Jugatay.
Dukaalan Pranasee, Diaalang Saroopay,
Sadaa Ang Sangay, Abhangang Bibhutaay

Meaning

You are pervading in all the four directions,

the Enjoyer in all the four directions. You are
self-illumined, profoundly beautiful, and
united with all. Destroyer of the torments of
birth and death, embodiment of mercy. You
are ever within us. You are the everlasting
giver of indestructible power.
This mantra has a hypnotic quality. The
words may feel a bit tricky to chant but it is

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well worth the investment. It is a Mantra that
opens the heart. The heart is the true place of
courage (root of the word Courage as derived
from Latin is Cor – Heart). Use this mantra
for overcoming fear, anxiety, doubts;
negativity. You can let it just play in the
background to help relax you.
"Chattr Chakkr Vartee is the mantra for the
heart center, it gives direct energy to it. When
you are sinking, if you know this mantra and
can sing it, you can totally recuperate
yourself.” — Yogi Bhajan
Music

Healing Sounds of the ancients Vol 1 –

Kulwant Singh

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PROSPERITY

HAR

Har
Meaning

Har translates as the creative force of the

universe; it is chanted with the tongue
striking the roof of the mouth; while
simultaneously drawing in the navel point (an
etheric point located just below the
umbilicus). It is a mantra used during yoga
postures or on its own. Its effect is to
empower and amplify. When it is used in
conjunction with other sacred words it has the
effect of charging them up. A very effective
Kundalini yoga Meditation for prosperity
utilises Har to good effect.
Music

Volume I: The Divine Cup of Life; Tantric Har

- Simran Kaur Khalsa

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PROTECTION

GAITRI MANTRA (GOBINDAY MUKUNDAY

…..)

Gobinday, Mukunday, Udaaray, Apaaray,

Hariang, Kariang, Nirnamay, Akamay

Meaning

Sustaining, Liberating, Enlightening,

Infinite, Destroying, Creating, Nameless,
Desireless

This mantra known also as the Guru Gaitri

Mantra; brings balance to the brain, tolerance
and compassion. The words are taken from
the writings of the 10th Guru. Guru Gobinde
Singh – he is connected to the Quality of
Radiance and chanting this mantra can bring
you radiance. Your aura becomes like light;

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your protection emanates from your
innocence which has an infinite power.

Music

Adi Shakti; Gobinde Mukunde – Gurudass

MANAGALA CHARN

Aad Guray Nameh,

Jugaad Guray Nameh,
Sat Guray Nameh,
Siri Guroo Dayvay Nameh

Meaning

I bow to the primal Guru

I bow to the truth that has existed throughout
the ages
I bow to True Wisdom
I bow to the Great Divine Wisdom

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This Mantra is often chanted directly after the
Adi Mantra (Ong Namo, Guru Dev Namo),
which is used to open a class. You could think
of it as an extra level of protection from which
to practice. It adds protection in the sense
that it creates a vibrational layer that repels/
dissolves negative energy.
When using the mantra to create protection;
project the mantra around you in the
following sequence.
Aad Guray Nameh - To Your Left
Jugaad Guray Nameh - Ahead
Sat Guray Nameh - To your Right
Siri Guroo Dayvay Nameh – Behind

Music

Prem; Aaad Guray - Nirinjin Kaur

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CLEAR THE PAST (SUBCONSCIOUS)

SA TA NA MA (KIRTAN KRIYA)

Sa Ta Na Ma

Meaning

SA – Infinity
TA – Birth
NA – Death
MA – Rebirth
This mantra uses what are known as Bij
sounds or root words that work to clear the
subconscious mind. The subconscious is our
great store house; you could think about it as
the RAM on your computer; it exists behind
the scenes making things happen. The
subconscious is there to automate the things
we take for granted in life; our ability to speak
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fluently; going to the loo remembering the
alphabet. All things that require habit reside
in the subconscious.
As we all know there are supportive and
unsupportive habits it’s the unsupportive
ones (i.e. self-deprecation, worry, smoking)
that bring pain and suffering into life.
The triggers for these reside in the deeper
layers of mind. SA TA NA MA is an excellent
mantra to help resolve these triggers –
especially in the form of Kirtan Kriya.
Kirtan Kriya uses SA TA NA MA, mudra and
visualisation to powerful effect. This
mediation is used when we wish to let go of
heavy subconscious patterns. It is an
excellent mantra for moving on from things
and letting go of the past (i.e. relationships;
old personas etc.). It is also excellent for
guidance & intuition.

Music

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Kirtan Kriya – Sa Ta Na Ma (Kundalini
Experience Series) – Tera Naam

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GUIDANCE & INTUITION

ONG NAMO GURU DEV NAMO (ADI

MANTRA)

Ong Namo, Guru Dev Namo

Meaning

I bow to the creative wisdom. I bow to the

Divine teacher within.
This Mantra is used to open a Kundalini yoga
class. It is a ‘dial up’ mantra in the sense it
calls apon your own inner teacher (higher
self) along with the rich lineage of teachers
(known as the Golden Chain) that have gone
before on the path of Yoga.
In connecting to your higher self you become
more neutral, the ego fades into the
background and your soul has a chance to be
heard. The mantra is chanted in two forms.
• Chanted with a teacher to open a class.

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 • As a personal mantra for guidance. ( The
intonation is slightly different).
Music

(Opening class) The Guru Singh Experience

Volume II; Ong Namo – Guru Singh

MUL MANTRA

Ek ong kaar,
sat naam,
karataa purakh,
nirbho, nirvair
Akaal moorat,
ajoonee,
saibhang,
gur prasaad.
Jap!
Aad such, jugaad such, Hai bhee such, Naanak
hosee bhee such.

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 Meaning

If you wish to direct yourself towards your

destiny this is the mantra for you. These are
the first words of Guru Nanak after he became
enlightened, Self-realised; Awakened etc.
The words embody the totality of life from its
spark Ek to the nature of the universe which
has existed beyond time itself. It takes you to
the 11 - the mastery of you. It ties you to the
divine in you, thus the highest in you – it
moves you from Fate to Destiny. There are
many meditations that utilise this mantra
equally just sit in easy pose and chant it from
11mins – 2.5hours.

One Creator.
Truth is His name.
Doer of everything.
Beyond Fear, Beyond Revenge,

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 Undying, Unborn,
Self illumined,
Complete in the Self
The Guru's gift,
Meditate!
True in the beginning. True through all the
ages. True even now. Oh Nanak it is forever
true.

Music

Shashara, Mul Mantra – Sada Sat Kaur

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SAT NAM
Sat Nam
Meaning
Sat equals Truth
Nam equals Identity.

It says it all. It reflects the directness of this

practice which is to find the truth of yourself.
Sat Nam is used often as a welcome in the
tradition or as a confirmation of truth. It is
used in its long form to close a class; it affirms
and dedicates the class to truth. The most
notable kundalini yoga practice in which it is
used is Sat Kriya. It harnesses the power in us
and directs it to the true reality.

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COMMUNICATION

AJAI ALAI

Ajai Alai - Invincible, Indestructible.

Abhai Abai - Fearless, Unchanging.
Abhoo Ajoo - Unformed, Unborn.
Anaas Akaas - Imperishable, Etheric
Agunj Abhunj - Unbreakable, Impenetrable.
Alakkh Abhakkh - Unseen, Unaffected.
Akaal Dyaal - Undying, Merciful
Alaykh Abhaykhe - Indescribable,
Uncostumed.
Anaam Akaam - Nameless, Desireless.
Agaahaa Adhaahaa - Unfathomable,
Incorruptible.
Anaatay Pramaatay - Unmastered, Destroyer.
Ajonee Amonee - Beyond birth, Beyond
silence.
Na Raagay Na Rangay - Beyond love, Beyond
color.
Na Roopay Na Raykhay - Beyond form,
Beyond shape.
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 Akarmang Abharmung - Beyond karma,
Beyond doubt.
Aganjay Alaykhay - Unconquerable,
Indescribable.
Meaning

This mantra is a verse from the Jap Sahib

written by Guru Gobinde Singh the 10th
Master. He embodied radiance; he
represented the illumination of the soul. The
words in the Mantra are short but powerful,
each utterance contains the universe and
represents an aspect of the divine. When
chanting feel, hear and project each word as
complete; add devotion and you will be done!
It is a mantra to communicate powerfully and
effectively; it is mantra to cultivate listening
and your radiance. It is very elevating.
Music

Ajai Alai - Guru Shabad Singh Khalsa &

Nirinjan Kaur Khalsa

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ANTA NAAD MANTRA - SA RE SA SA

Sa Re Sa Sa
Sa Re Sa Sa
Sa Re Sa Sa Sa Rung
Har Re Har Har
Har Re Har Har
Har Re Har Har Har Rung
Meaning

This Mantra is incredibly subtle and refined;

its cadence and rhythm cascade through the 7
chakras and aura like a dance; when perfected
it deepens your understanding of your energy
body in particular, how we project and
connect with the qualities of the chakra
system. By working on this mantra we can
develop greater subtlety around our
communication. The Mantra uses Sa
(Infinity) and Har (creative power of
manifestation); it brings heaven to earth; its
subtlety is its power and mastery. It can

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dissolve negativity and offer protection. It is
often chanted on the full moon where it is
combined with a celestial communication.
Music

Sa Re Sa Sa – Guru Shabad Singh Khalsa

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CONNECTING TO THE INFINITE

(MORNING CALL) LONG EK ONG KAR. (EK

ONG KAR SAT NAM SIRI WAHE GURU)
Ek Ong Kar
Sat Nam
Siri Wahe Guru
Meaning

“The Creator and the Creation are One. Truth

is His Name. Great beyond description is His
Infinite Wisdom”
If ever there was a mantra that optimises the
Aquarian sutra ‘Vibrate the Cosmos and the
Cosmos will clear the path’ this is it. It is an
extraordinary mantra; that is quite technical
to master but is well worth the investment. It
requires knowledge of the Bandhas (Yogi
locks used to move and consolidate energy).
It will develop your breath capacity and it will
build an understanding of your energy body
your seven chakras and Aura. It is practiced
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as part of Morning Aquarian Sadhana; for 7
minutes but can be practiced as a Sadhana in
its own right for 2.5 hours.
Music

Long Ek Ong Kar - 2.5 Hours by Snatam Kaur

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ADI SHAKTI
Adi Shakti, Adi Shakti, Adi Shakti, Namo
Namo
Sarb Shakti, Sarb Shakti, Sarb Shakti, Namo
Namo
Pritham Bhagvati, Pritham Bhagvati, Pritham
Bhagvati, Namo Namo
Kundalini Mata Shakti, Mata Shakti, Namo
Namo

Meaning
I bow to the Primal Power
I bow to the all-encompassing Power and
Energy
I bow to that which God creates
I bow to the creative power of the Kundalini,
the Divine Mother Power

Life is Energy, Energy is Life. Adi Shakti is the

root essence of this. It is a cosmic mantra that
invokes the power of the feminine creative
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principal. If there is an obstacle that needs to
be removed or a limitation to transcend
invoking the power of this mantra with
devotion can be very special. It is a Powerful
mantra and should be respected.
Music

Adi Shakti - Gurudass

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HEALING

RA MA DA SA SA SAY SO HUNG
Ra Ma Da Sa, Sa Say, So, Hung
Meaning

Sun
Moon
Earth
Impersonal Infinity
Totality of Infinity
Merger
Infinite Vibrating

Known as the healing mantra (or Siri Gaitri

Mantra) connects you to the magic of the
universe. It’s a vibration that you cannot
deny. Believe. Ra is sun Ma is moon the
feminine and masculine is brought to you to
heal. You may chant this for yourself, a loved
one, or just leave it on in your room to clear

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the space. It is a special mantra – and a
much-loved meditation in Kundalini Yoga.
Music

Ra Ma Da Sa – Snatam Kaur

GURU GURU, WAHE GURU, GURU RAM DAS

GURU

Guru Guru
Wahe Guru
Guru Ram Das Guru
Meaning

Is a mantra that was given to yogi bhajan

when Guru Ram Das made himself known to
Yogi Bhajan in his Astral form. It does so
much. It brings deep peace; stillness and a
feeling of reverence. It opens the heart and
lays the foundation for miracles (Guru Ram
Das is said to be the bringer of Miracles) I find
this mantra to do many things; protection,

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stillness, joy but above all it is healing for the
heart.
Music

Guru Ram Das – Heart of Healing – Mirabai

Ceiba

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 Music

Mantra Masala; Guru Guru, Wahe Guru –

Sada Sat Kaur

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