The Hare Krishna Hare Rama chant is a universally famous mantra that calls the spirit of two of Lord Vishnu's avatars, Krishna and Rama. It is also known as the 'Mahamantra' or 'great mantra.' It is a simple chant that can be learned by a beginner in mantra meditation, but still experience the deep benefits of this practice.

The Hare Krishna Hare Rama chant is the latest addition to our collection of mantras that also includes Rama, Devi, Buddha, and Shiva chants.

Lyrics of the Mantra

|| Hare Krishna Hare Krishna
Krishna Krishna Hare Hare
Hare Rama Hare Rama
Rama Rama Hare Hare ||

Meaning of the Mantra

Oh energy of the Lord, kindly engage me in the loving service of Lord Krishna.

'Hare' signifies nature or energy of the Lord.
'Krishna' is the name of the deity who possesses all supreme qualities in fullness.
'Rama' means the name of the Supreme Deity.

Variations of the Mantra

This mantra is also termed the Hare Krishna Mahamantra, as it is the ultimate representation of the divinity of Lord Krishna. This chant is a continuous repetition of the names of the divine, invoking the spiritual energy for self-realization and connection with God. Variations and interpretations can arise based on various traditions, lineages, or individual preferences. The essence of this mantra remains consistent in its chant meaning.

Benefits of the Mantra

The Hare Krishna Hare Rama mantra holds several benefits for the mind of both the chanter and the listener. Listening to this uplifting Krishna chant along with meditation helps you in the following ways.

Benefit 1 - Discover divinity

The chanter or listener can transcend the lower states of consciousness, namely sensual, mental, and intellectual.

Benefit 2 - Find spiritual joy

Regular chanting will result in a type of joy that you never knew you had access to.

Benefit 3 - Encourages devotion

You can surrender yourself completely to cosmic forces and achieve humility.

History of the Mantra

The chant is seen in ancient religious texts, namely the Kali-Santarana Upanishad. However, it gained global prominence in the 1960s through the efforts of the Hare Krishnas or the ISKCON movement. The mantra can be understood literally as an invocation of Krishna and Rama, or in a completely spiritual manner that transcends the physical, mental, and intellectual realms.