Meaning & Origin
The syllable ‘Aum’ is the sound of the Universe, according to Hindu scriptures. It is the primal sound, the cosmic sound, and the sacred sound of creation. The ‘Omkar’ or ‘Aum’ mantra is believed to connect an individual to the divine consciousness.
Spiritual meaning
Symbol of the Universe and the divine sound of creation
Language details
ॐ
Pranava
ओम्
Om
ோம்
ஓம்
ౌమ్
ొమ్
Aum
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे The sound of the Universe
Aum
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ The sound of the Universe
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
Aum
/oʊm/
Lucky number
1
Lucky day
Sunday
Lucky colors
Life path
3
Lucky stone
Rudraksha
Cultural & Spiritual notes
In Hinduism, ‘Aum’ is a ubiquitous symbol, found in temples, religious texts, and daily rituals. It is considered a sacred syllable and is often recited during worship and meditation. It is also present on Hindu symbols such as the Swastika and the Omkaara, and is an essential part of many Hindu chants and mantras.
In Hinduism, ‘Aum’ represents the interconnectedness of all things, the divine, and the ultimate reality. It is a symbol of the Brahman, the supreme god, and is believed to embody the past, present, and future, the waking, dreaming, and deep sleep states, the three states of consciousness, and the three aspects of God - Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. Reciting or chanting ‘Aum’ is believed to bring peace, tranquility, and spiritual growth to an individual.
Historical references
The syllable 'Om' or 'Aum' is considered the most sacred of all sounds in Hinduism. It is believed to represent the ultimate reality or the cosmic power. The 'Om' symbol is also known as the Pranav or the 'sound of the universe'. It is chanted during religious rituals and meditation for self-realization.
Ancient to present day Hinduism, India
The 'Om' syllable is also mentioned in the Rigveda, which is one of the oldest texts in Hinduism. It is chanted during the Sandhya Vandana, a daily ritual of offering oblations to the gods at dawn, noon, and dusk. The 'Om' syllable is also believed to be the sound of the Vedas themselves.
1500 BCE to 1000 BCE
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