OM MANI PADME HUM
In the Buddhist tradition, impure body, mind & speech are considered the root of all suffering. The reciting of this six-syllable, Sanskrit mantra with an altruistic intention to become enlightened, is a method to purify body, mind & speech in an effort to end all suffering.
‘Om’ represents the impure and pure body, mind & speech.
‘Mani’ means ‘jewel’ and symbolizes altruism.
‘Padme’ symbolizes wisdom.
‘Hum’ represents the combination of altruism & wisdom.
In the Buddhist tradition, impure body, mind & speech are considered the root of all suffering. The reciting of this six-syllable, Sanskrit mantra with an altruistic intention to become enlightened, is a method to purify body, mind & speech in an effort to end all suffering.
‘Om’ represents the impure and pure body, mind & speech.
‘Mani’ means ‘jewel’ and symbolizes altruism.
‘Padme’ symbolizes wisdom.
‘Hum’ represents the combination of altruism & wisdom.
