About Mantra Writing A mantra is a word to concentrate the mind on God. Mantra writing is often used in spiritual practices to help deepen the focus of the mind. With this form of mantra repetition, the senses are engaged in the practice. As you write the mantra, the mind becomes calm and balanced. This positive energy helps inviting cosmic energy into the individual’s spiritual energy. The Mantra Om Namah Shivaya is one of the most popular Hindu mantras. It means Salutations to the Auspicious One or Adoration to Lord Shiva. It is also called the Shiva Panchakshara, meaning the five-syllable mantra. This Mantra appears as Na-Ma-Shi-Va-Ya. The five syllables represent the five elements of earth, water, fire, air and space. It helps to realize the inner Self. Benefits Writing Om Namah Shivaya 108 times has several benefits: Brings mental peace - Helps to realize the inner Self - Increases focus - Infuses positive energy - Protects you and your family - Purifies the entire house - Removes the fear of death Why 108 times? 108 is a sacred number in Hinduism. It refers to spiritual completion and represents the unity and wholeness of existence. To write a mantra 108 times helps bringing in harmony with the vibrations of the universe and reminds us of our place in the cosmic order of things. 200 page book This writing book has 200 pages. Each page has 27 lines to write the mantra, so there are four pages needed to complete 108. In total this book can be used 50 times.