Chant 'Om Sai Ram' — the universal mantra of Shirdi Sai Baba's devotees — and count your malas to 108.
ॐ साईं राम
Om Sai Ram
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Om Sai Ram is the simplest and most beloved mantra of Sai devotees worldwide. It combines Om (the primordial sound), Sai (Baba's name, meaning 'master' or 'saint'), and Ram (the all-pervading divine name).
Shirdi Sai Baba (d. 1918) was a saint who emphasised that there is no Hindu or Muslim, no caste or creed — only one universal master. His mantra reflects this: it works for everyone, regardless of background.
The mantra is chanted on Thursdays (Sai's day), during weekly aartis, and during the nine-day Sai Vrat. Many devotees keep it running mentally throughout the day.
The primordial cosmic sound.
Master, saint. The name of the Shirdi saint.
The all-pervading divine name. The same Ram chanted across Hindu traditions.
Thursdays are Sai Baba's day — chanting on Thursdays is especially potent. The 9-day Sai Vrat (often during difficult times) involves daily chanting with a specific routine. Otherwise, any time is good.
Shirdi Sai Baba (1838-1918) was a saint who lived in the small village of Shirdi in Maharashtra. He taught universal brotherhood and the unity of all religions. He is revered today by millions worldwide.
Yes. Shirdi Sai Baba is the original. Sathya Sai Baba (1926-2011) of Puttaparthi was a separate teacher who claimed to be a reincarnation. 'Om Sai Ram' is used by devotees of both, though primarily associated with Shirdi Sai.
Absolutely. Sai Baba himself was raised by a Muslim fakir and a Hindu guru, and famously declared that all religions lead to the same God.
Many devotees take the 9-Thursday Sai Vrat when facing a specific problem. It involves fasting, daily Sat Charitra reading, and intense Om Sai Ram chanting. Read about the rules before committing.