The Om symbol (ॐ) is one of the most sacred and powerful spiritual icons in the world, representing the universal vibration from which all life flows.
🌌 Often pronounced as “AUM,” it embodies the three states of consciousness — A (waking state 🌅), U (dreaming state 🌙) and M (deep sleep state 🌑), followed by silence, which symbolizes the infinite, unchanging state of pure awareness.
The symbol itself is rich with meaning: the curves reflect these states of being, the dot at the top signifies divine consciousness or enlightenment 💫 and the crescent shape below the dot represents maya (illusion), which separates us from that ultimate truth. ✨ Chanting Om is said to align the body, mind and spirit — creating a vibrational resonance that connects us to Source, the Earth 🌍 and the cosmos beyond.
It is used at the beginning and end of mantras, meditation and yoga to create sacred space, enhance inner peace and invite spiritual awakening. 🧘‍♀️
Whether worn as jewellery, placed on an altar or softly chanted in practice, Om is a timeless reminder of unity, presence and the divine spark within all things. 🔮