Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu
May all beings everywhere be happy and free.
Original
Transliteration
Lokāḥ samastāḥ sukhino bhavantu
Translation
May all beings everywhere be happy and free, and may my thoughts, words, and actions contribute to that happiness and freedom for all.
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Quick answer
Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu is a Sanskrit blessing that translates to 'May all beings everywhere be happy and free,' widely chanted at the close of yoga and meditation practice.
- Tradition
- Hindu / Vedic
- Language
- Sanskrit
- Best time
- As a benediction; the end of a practice.
- Best for
- Closing a practice, Cultivating loving-kindness, Dedication of merit
Meaning
Literal
'May all worlds be happy.'
Spiritual interpretation
A universal prayer that extends care beyond one's own life to every being, in every world. Chanted at the close of yoga classes worldwide.
What this mantra is used for
How to chant
Chant three times to close a meditation or yoga practice.
When to chant
As a benediction; the end of a practice.
Origin & context
Traditional Sanskrit blessing, widely used across yoga lineages.
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