Saraswati Mantras lyrics in Sanskrit & English, with meaning
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Seed mantra#
ॐ ऐं सरस्वत्यै नमः ॥
oṃ aiṃ sarasvatyai namaḥ ||
ॐ, "ऐं" बीज वाली सरस्वती को नमस्कार।
Om, salutations to Saraswati, whose seed sound is Aim.
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Saraswati namastubhyam#
सरस्वति नमस्तुभ्यं वरदे कामरूपिणि ।
विद्यारम्भं करिष्यामि सिद्धिर्भवतु मे सदा ॥sarasvati namastubhyaṃ varade kāmarūpiṇi |
vidyārambhaṃ kariṣyāmi siddhirbhavatu me sadā ||हे वरदायिनी, इच्छानुसार रूप धारण करने वाली सरस्वती, आपको नमस्कार। मैं विद्या आरम्भ कर रहा हूँ; मुझे सदा सिद्धि मिले।
O Saraswati, giver of boons, who takes any form at will — salutations to you. I am beginning my studies; may I always succeed.
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Saraswati mahabhage#
सरस्वति महाभागे विद्ये कमललोचने ।
विद्यारूपे विशालाक्षि विद्यां देहि नमोऽस्तु ते ॥sarasvati mahābhāge vidye kamalalocane |
vidyārūpe viśālākṣi vidyāṃ dehi namo'stu te ||हे महाभाग्यवती, कमलनयनी, विद्यास्वरूपा, विशाल नेत्रों वाली सरस्वती, मुझे विद्या दीजिए; आपको नमस्कार।
O Saraswati, most fortunate one, goddess of learning with lotus eyes, whose very form is knowledge, wide-eyed one — grant me learning; salutations to you.
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Saraswati Gayatri#
ॐ वाग्देव्यै च विद्महे विरिञ्चिपत्न्यै च धीमहि ।
तन्नो वाणी प्रचोदयात् ॥oṃ vāgdevyai ca vidmahe viriñcipatnyai ca dhīmahi |
tanno vāṇī pracodayāt ||हम वाग्देवी को जानते हैं, ब्रह्मा की पत्नी का ध्यान करते हैं; वे वाणी हमें प्रेरित करें।
We know the goddess of speech; we meditate on the consort of Brahma; may Vani inspire us.
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Pra no devi Sarasvati (Rigveda 6.61.4)#
प्र णो देवी सरस्वती वाजेभिर्वाजिनीवती ।
धीनामवित्र्यवतु ॥pra ṇo devī sarasvatī vājebhirvājinīvatī |
dhīnāmavitryavatu ||बल और समृद्धि से युक्त देवी सरस्वती, जो हमारी बुद्धि की रक्षक हैं, हम पर पूर्ण कृपा करें।
May the goddess Saraswati, rich in strength and plenty, guardian of our thoughts, favour us fully.
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Ya Devi — in the form of intelligence (Saptashati 5)#
या देवी सर्वभूतेषु बुद्धिरूपेण संस्थिता ।
नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै नमो नमः ॥yā devī sarvabhūteṣu buddhirūpeṇa saṃsthitā |
namastasyai namastasyai namastasyai namo namaḥ ||जो देवी सब प्राणियों में बुद्धि रूप से स्थित हैं, उन्हें बार-बार नमस्कार।
To the Devi who dwells in all beings in the form of intelligence — salutations to her, again and again.
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What Saraswati Mantras means
Saraswati is the goddess of learning, speech, music and the arts, so her mantras are the prayers of students, teachers, musicians and writers. "Saraswati namastubhyam" is said before study ("I am beginning my studies; may I always succeed"); "Om Aim Saraswatyai Namah" uses "aim", the seed sound of speech and learning.
The Rigveda praises her as a river and as the guardian of thought ("dhinam avitri"); the Saptashati salutes the Devi who dwells in all beings as intelligence. For the best-loved dhyana verse, see Ya Kundendu (Saraswati Vandana).
How to chant Saraswati Mantras
- WhenBefore study, exams, music practice or writing; on Vasant Panchami and Saraswati Puja
- Count108 times on a mala for one mantra, or recite each verse once
- MalaCrystal (sphatik) or white beads
- FacingEast or north
- Choose one. Pick the one mantra that speaks to you and chant it regularly; the others can be recited once each as a prayer.
- Prepare. Wash, sit on a clean mat with the spine straight, and light a lamp before the deity if you can.
- Chant with attention. Pronounce each syllable clearly, aloud, softly or in the mind; attention matters more than speed.
- Keep count. Move one bead per repetition without crossing the head bead; turn the mala to continue.
- Close. Sit quietly for a moment and offer the japa to the deity.
Simple name mantras and shlokas are chanted freely. Seed (beej) mantras are traditionally taken from a guru before long japa; follow your family or teacher.
Where Saraswati Mantras comes from
Saraswati is one of the great goddesses of the Rigveda, where she is a mighty river and the power of speech (Vak). "Pra no devi Sarasvati" is Rigveda 6.61.4. The Saraswati Gayatri and "Saraswati namastubhyam" are traditional verses recited across India.
About Saraswati Mantras
Six mantras of Saraswati for students, artists and anyone learning — the seed mantra, Saraswati Namastubhyam, the Saraswati Gayatri, the Rigvedic "Pra no devi Sarasvati" and more — with meaning. It comes from the Rigveda, Durga Saptashati and tradition, Vedic, Puranic and traditional. The text is in Sanskrit.
Frequently asked questions
Who wrote Saraswati Mantras?
Saraswati Mantras comes from the Rigveda, Durga Saptashati and tradition (Vedic, Puranic and traditional).
Where can I read Saraswati Mantras lyrics in English?
This page has the full Saraswati Mantras in Sanskrit (Devanagari) with the English transliteration under every verse, and the meaning of each verse in Hindi and English. Use the Chant and Meaning buttons above the verses to show only what you need.
सरस्वती मन्त्र का अर्थ क्या है?
इस पेज पर सरस्वती मन्त्र के हर पद के नीचे उसका सरल हिंदी अर्थ और अंग्रेज़ी अर्थ दिया गया है।
How many verses are there in Saraswati Mantras?
Saraswati Mantras has 6 verses as given on this page.
In which language is Saraswati Mantras?
Saraswati Mantras is in Sanskrit. This page gives the original text in Devanagari with Roman transliteration and meaning in Hindi and English.
How long does it take to recite Saraswati Mantras?
A full recitation takes about 5 min.
To whom is Saraswati Mantras dedicated?
Saraswati Mantras is dedicated to Saraswati. Six mantras of Saraswati for students, artists and anyone learning — the seed mantra, Saraswati Namastubhyam, the Saraswati Gayatri, the Rigvedic "Pra no devi Sarasvati" and more — with meaning.
Which Saraswati mantra is best for students?
"Saraswati namastubhyam varade kamarupini, vidyarambham karishyami siddhir bhavatu me sada" — said before every study session.
What is the Saraswati beej mantra?
"Aim" (ऐं): "Om Aim Saraswatyai Namah".
When should Saraswati mantras be chanted?
Before study, exams or music practice, and especially on Vasant Panchami.
Is Saraswati in the Vedas?
Yes — the Rigveda praises her as a great river and as the goddess of speech and thought.
