Kleem Beej Mantra — Word-by-Word Meaning
क्लीं बीज मंत्र
Every Sanskrit word explained in English
Word-by-Word Breakdown
ॐ
Om
The primordial sound of creation — the universal vibration
क्लीं
Kleem
The Kama beej — the seed of divine attraction, love and magnetism, associated with Kamadeva, Krishna and Kali
क
Ka
Represents Kamadeva (the god of love) and Krishna — the power of irresistible attraction
ल
La
Represents Indra and contentment (Prithvi/earth element) — fulfilment and satisfaction
ई
Ee
Mahamaya — the supreme feminine power that grants and attracts
ं (बिन्दु)
Anusvara (Bindu)
The nasal resonance and dot of Shakti — the bestower of bliss and the remover of sorrow
नमः
Namah
I bow, I surrender — offering the heart to the divine
कृष्णाय
Krishnaya
To Krishna — the all-attractive Lord, the supreme object of love and devotion
काम
Kama
Desire and love — here the pure divine longing and power of attraction
कामदेव
Kamadeva
The god of love and desire, whose seed-sound Kleem governs attraction
आकर्षण
Akarshana
Attraction — the magnetic drawing-power invoked by the Kleem beej
कृष्ण
Krishna
The all-attractive Lord, 'Krishna' meaning the one who attracts everything to himself
काली
Kali
The Goddess Kali, for whom Kleem is also a beloved seed of grace and attraction
बीज
Beej
Seed — a single syllable holding the deity's full power
प्रेम
Prema
Divine love — the highest, selfless love that Kleem awakens
वशीकरण
Vashikarana
The power of drawing hearts and minds together in harmony and goodwill
Complete Translation
Om Kleem — I bow to the seed-sound of divine attraction and love, the Kama beej of Kamadeva, Krishna and Kali. Om Kleem, salutations to Krishna, the all-attractive Lord.
Origin & History
Source: Tantric tradition; Shakta and Vaishnava Agamas and bija-mantra texts
Author: Tantric and Vedic seers (traditional)
Period: Ancient
In the bija-mantra tradition, Kleem is exalted as the Kama beej, the seed of attraction and desire in its purest, divine sense. It is composed of 'Ka' (Kamadeva/Krishna), 'La' (contentment and the earth element), 'Ee' (Mahamaya) and the bindu. Because Krishna is celebrated as the all-attractive Lord who draws every heart, and Kamadeva governs love, Kleem became central to mantras of divine love; it likewise serves as a tender seed of grace in the mantras of Kali.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Kleem beej mantra mean?▼
Kleem (क्लीं) is the 'Kama beej' — the seed sound of divine attraction, love and magnetism. It has no dictionary meaning but holds the energy of Kamadeva (the god of love), of Krishna as the all-attractive Lord, and of Goddess Kali. Chanting it awakens loving devotion and a wholesome power of attraction.
Which deity is Kleem associated with?▼
Kleem is linked to several deities: Kamadeva (god of love), Krishna (Krishna literally means 'the all-attractive one'), and Kali, in whose mantras Kleem appears as a seed of grace. It is therefore used in both Vaishnava devotion and Shakta worship.
Can Kleem be used for attraction or love?▼
Yes, but with the right intention. Traditionally Kleem is chanted to awaken divine love, deepen devotion, and bring harmony and goodwill into relationships. It should be practised selflessly for the highest good — not to dominate, manipulate or harm anyone, which goes against its true spirit.
How should I chant the Kleem mantra?▼
Chant 'Om Kleem Krishnaya Namah' (or simply Kleem) 108 times a day with a mala, ideally in the early morning and with a pure, loving heart. A 40-day commitment is traditional, and combining it with Krishna devotion such as the Hare Krishna mahamantra enhances its sweetness.
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