Like other deities of Hinduism, Lord Shiva also has an instrument called Damru, which is bound by his trident. But do you know where this damru came from Lord Shiva, what is its spiritual significance and how can the mantra associated with this damru get you out of troubles? Let’s know …
Whatever is associated with the form of Lord Shiva has a deep spiritual meaning and similarly Damru is not a simple musical instrument, but it is associated with the creation and destruction of the universe. When Lord Shiva dances in happiness, that is, he dances to the tune of this damru and even when he does Tandava for destruction, he dances to the tune of this damru. One part of Damru is a symbol of construction and creation, while the other part is a symbol of destruction. Damru is considered the oldest and first instrument of this universe, which was designed to bring sound and rhythm in this world.
Damru’s spiritual significance
According to mythological beliefs, Lord Shiva appeared with Damru. When the universe was built, there was no sound in the world. Due to the appearance of Maa Saraswati, the sound spread in the universe, but without vowel and rhythm it was devoid of sound music. Then Lord Shiva danced Damru 14 times while dancing, causing grammar and rhythm in sound and music. The sound of Damru brought fickle in the world. It is believed that when Shiva plays Tamru and dances Tadmava, new energy is transmitted in nature. The world starts recovering from sorrow and suffering. When Shiva is in meditation, this damru is tied on his trident, but when he is happy, he himself dances while playing this damru. It is believed that during Pradosh period, Lord Shiva dances on the Mount Kailash, playing Damru in joy to mesmerize the world. Shiva’s Damru Nad is considered a symbol of Nad Sadhana. Nad means the sound called ‘ॐ’. The word ॐ originates from Shiva’s Damru, which is also considered the sound of the universe. The sound of Damru is also considered the sound of heroic juice.
What is Damru Mantra and what is its importance in our life? According to the scriptures, this mantra was originated by the Saptarishis to use during treatment in Ayurvedic method. The sound of each word of this mantra himself was taken out by Lord Shiva from his damru in such a way that they could be converted into a mantra. The Damru Mantra is as follows- Aon, Trilti, Aaod, Auch, Hayavrat, Lan, Namdnanam, Bhrijabhanj, Ghaddh, Jabgaddas, Khafchtha, Chatva, Kapaya, Shasasara, Hull. After worshiping Lord Shiva only 11 times, chanting Damru Mantra causes a person’s diseases to be removed. If it has the effect of the poison of an animal, then chanting this mantra without stopping can also remove the effect of that poison. Chanting the Damru Mantra also eliminates the effect of negative energy or eye defects. Adi Shankaracharya also used Damru to focus the focus of his disciples. Damru is used as the evening sound of Lord Shiva. It is also used in Shiva meditation and tantric practice.
