 Mantra: Om Ah Hum Vajra Guru Padma Siddhi Hum

 Sanskrit Pronunciation: Oṃ Āḥ Hūṃ Vajra Guru Padma Siddhi Hūṃ

 Tibetan Pronunciation: Om Ah Hung Benza Guru Pema Siddhi Hung

Let’s break down the meanings:

1. Oṃ (Om): Symbolizes the universal principle of enlightenment, often considered the
primeval sound.
2. Āḥ (Ah): Evokes or calls forth the manifestation of enlightenment.
3. Hūṃ (Hum): Represents the manifestation of enlightenment within an individual.
4. Vajra: Signifies the energy of the enlightened mind, like a thunderbolt or diamond that
can cut through anything. It also represents compassion.
5. Guru: Refers to a wise teacher. Padmasambhava is highly regarded as the second
Buddha in Tibetan Buddhism.
6. Padma: Means “lotus,” symbolizing the purity of the enlightened mind.
7. Siddhi: Implies accomplishment or realization.

Chanting this mantra is believed to bring blessings, protection, and spiritual growth.