Shukra (Venus) Mantra
ॐ द्रां द्रीं द्रौं सः शुक्राय नमः ॥
Om Draam Dreem Draum Sah Shukraya Namah
Short mantra
ॐ शुं शुक्राय नमः ॥
Meaning
Salutation to Venus with seed syllables. It is traditionally chanted for love, marital happiness, art and comforts.
| Chant count (traditional) | 16,000 — traditionally completed over 40 days |
| Auspicious day | Friday |
| Planet's gemstone | Diamond (Heera) |
How to chant
- Sit in a clean, quiet place, preferably after a morning bath.
- Chanting 108 times on a rudraksha or tulsi mala makes one mala.
- Keep the pronunciation clear; you may chant silently or softly.
- Sit quietly for a few moments after chanting.