Baglamukhi Mantras — Beej, Namah & Mool
The sacred mantras of Maa Baglamukhi, the goddess of stambhan — in Sanskrit with transliteration and meaning, plus how to chant them: mala, day, direction and count.
The core Baglamukhi mantra is her beej (seed) mantra ॐ ह्लीं (Om Hleem). Her full mool mantra — Om Hleem Baglamukhi Sarva-dushtanaam Vaacham Mukham Padam Stambhaya Jihvaam Keelaya Buddhim Vinaashaya Hleem Om Swaha — calls on the goddess to still the speech and harmful intent of those who mean wrong. It is invoked for protection, victory over injustice, and relief from persistent trouble, and is traditionally chanted on a turmeric mala.
Why the Baglamukhi mantra is chanted
Maa Baglamukhi is the eighth of the ten Mahavidyas, worshipped above all for stambhan — the power to stop, still and paralyse hostile forces. Her mantra carries that same energy in sound. Where other mantras grant knowledge or wealth, the Baglamukhi mantra is turned to when injustice, false words, or a stubborn adversary need to be held in check.
It matters to be clear about its spirit. The mantra is not a curse against an honest person. In the traditional understanding it is aimed at adharma — the false witness, the conspiracy, the harm being directed at you unjustly — and at protection and the prevailing of truth. Chanted with that intention, it is a prayer for justice and safety, not injury to the innocent.
To understand the goddess herself, her origin and iconography, see our complete guide to Maa Baglamukhi.
Baglamukhi mantras, from simple to complete
ॐ ह्लीं
Om Hleem
The single-syllable seed that carries Baglamukhi’s stambhan energy. Used for daily practice and as the core of the longer mantras. Gentle, and suitable for anyone.
▶ Audio recitation — add MP3 hereॐ ह्लीं बगलामुख्यै नमः
Om Hleem Baglamukhyai Namah
A simple, complete salutation to the goddess — “I bow to Maa Baglamukhi.” Ideal for regular devotion when you want more than the beej alone but not the full mool mantra.
▶ Audio recitation — add MP3 hereॐ ह्लीं बगलामुखि सर्वदुष्टानां वाचं मुखं पदं स्तम्भय जिह्वां कीलय बुद्धिं विनाशय ह्लीं ॐ स्वाहा॥
Om Hleem Baglamukhi Sarva-dushtanaam Vaacham Mukham Padam Stambhaya Jihvaam Keelaya Buddhim Vinaashaya Hleem Om Swaha
In plain terms: O Baglamukhi, still the speech, mouth and step of all who mean harm, hold their tongue, and dissolve their harmful intent — Hleem, Om, Svaha. This is the full, powerful mantra used in Baglamukhi sadhana and havan. Because of its potency, sustained practice is traditionally taken up with guidance (see the note below).
▶ Audio recitation — add MP3 hereHow to chant the Baglamukhi mantra
Yellow & clean
Bathe, wear yellow if you can, and sit on a yellow seat (asan) facing a Baglamukhi image or yantra.
Turmeric mala
Use a haldi (turmeric) mala for the jaap. Keep a small offering of yellow flowers and a diya.
Best time & day
Brahma muhurat (pre-dawn) is ideal; Tuesdays and her sacred days are considered especially powerful.
Set your intention
Before chanting, hold a clear, dharmic intention — for protection, truth, or relief from a specific trouble.
Chant with focus
Begin with the beej or namah mantra, 108 times (one mala), with steady attention and correct pronunciation.
Close with gratitude
End with a short aarti or a moment of thanks. Keep the practice regular rather than occasional.
A word before you begin the mool mantra
The beej and namah mantras are gentle — the mool mantra deserves guidance
For daily devotion, the beej mantra (ॐ ह्लीं) and the namah mantra are widely practised and safe for anyone. They ask for nothing but the goddess’s blessing and protection.
The full mool mantra is a powerful tantric mantra. Traditionally, sustained sadhana — especially a high-count purascharana or a specific-purpose anushthan — is taken up under the guidance of a guru or an experienced pandit, with correct pronunciation, discipline and rules. This is not to frighten anyone; it is simply the respectful way the tradition has always approached her more intense worship.
If you want the complete ritual performed correctly for a particular need, experienced pandits perform the Baglamukhi Havan and Anushthan at Nalkheda on your behalf, with the mantra chanted the prescribed number of times and a Sankalp in your name.
Daily mantra, havan, or anushthan?
| Practice | What it is | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Daily mantra jaap | Chanting the beej or namah mantra yourself, 108 times a day. | Ongoing devotion, protection, and building a steady practice. |
| Baglamukhi Havan | A performed fire ritual at Nalkheda with mantra jaap, ahuti and your Sankalp. | A specific need — protection, a case, a dispute — done properly. |
| Anushthan | A sustained multi-day sadhana with very high mantra counts. | Severe or long-standing problems where more intensity is sought. |
Baglamukhi mantra — FAQs
What is the Baglamukhi beej mantra?
The beej (seed) mantra is ॐ ह्लीं (Om Hleem). It carries the goddess’s stambhan energy and is used for daily practice and as the core of the longer mantras.
What does the Baglamukhi mool mantra mean?
It asks the goddess to still the speech and harmful intent of those who mean wrong, and to let truth prevail — a prayer for protection and justice, not for harming an honest person.
How many times should I chant it?
For daily devotion, one mala (108 repetitions) of the beej or namah mantra is traditional. High-count purascharana of the mool mantra is done under guidance.
Which day and time is best?
Brahma muhurat (pre-dawn) is ideal, and Tuesdays and Baglamukhi’s sacred days are considered especially powerful.
Can anyone chant the Baglamukhi mantra?
Yes — the beej and namah mantras are gentle and open to all. For the full mool mantra and sustained sadhana, tradition advises guidance from a guru or experienced pandit.
Do I need a guru or diksha?
Not for daily beej/namah practice. For serious mool-mantra sadhana, an anushthan, or a specific-purpose ritual, working with an experienced pandit is the respected approach.
Why turmeric and the colour yellow?
Baglamukhi is also called Pitambara, “the yellow-clad one.” Turmeric (haldi), yellow flowers, yellow clothing and a yellow seat are central to her worship.
Is chanting the mantra enough, or do I need a havan?
Daily chanting builds devotion and protection. For a specific, pressing need, a performed havan or anushthan carries the mantra to a much higher count under a pandit’s discipline.
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Reviewed by: [REPLACE: Acharya __________, Baglamukhi priest at Nalkheda Siddha Peeth — link to /pandits/[name]/]. Last updated: 2026.
Note: This page is for devotional and educational purposes. Mantra chanting is an act of faith; it is not a substitute for medical, legal, or professional help, and no specific outcome is guaranteed. For intensive sadhana, seek guidance from a qualified guru or pandit.
Want the ritual performed for you?
If your need is specific and pressing, experienced pandits perform the Baglamukhi Havan at Nalkheda — the mantra chanted the prescribed number of times, with a Sankalp in your name, joined live.