Kuber Mantra — Meaning and How to Chant
Kuber Dev is the king of the Yakshas and, in tradition, the treasurer of the gods. He is the son of sage Vishrava, which is why he is called Vaishravan. He is worshipped with Maa Lakshmi on Diwali and Dhanteras. In this mantra devotees pray to him for plenty and prosperity at home.
Om yakshaya kuberaya vaishravanaya dhana-dhanyadhipataye dhana-dhanya-samriddhim me dehi dapaya svaha ||
Meaning
Mantra
Om yakshaya kuberaya vaishravanaya dhana-dhanyadhipataye dhana-dhanya-samriddhim me dehi dapaya svaha ||
O Kuber, king of the Yakshas, son of Vishrava, lord of wealth and grain! Please grant me abundance of wealth and food, and cause it to come to me.
Meanings written in simple language by the KathaMantra team.
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Frequently asked questions
How many times should the Kuber mantra be chanted?
Usually 108 times (one mala). Devotees chant it especially on Dhanteras and Diwali.
When should the Kuber mantra be chanted?
On Dhanteras, Diwali, Fridays or Thursdays, during morning or evening puja. Traditionally north is considered Kuber's direction.
Who is Kuber?
Kuber is king of the Yakshas, guardian of the north and treasurer of the gods. In the Ramayan, Ravan was his half-brother and took Lanka and the Pushpak Viman from him.