Chanting or listening to this mantra, especially daily, is said to bring profound physical, mental, and spiritual benefits.
While traditional Vedic chanting was historically recorded by male priests, contemporary spiritual practices embrace diverse vocal frequencies. Listening to a female voice singing or chanting this sacred mantra offers unique benefits:
Male chants (like those by Pandit Jasraj or traditional Brahmins) often emphasize the aggressive, thunderous aspect of Rudra—the storm god. Female vocalists, such as , emphasize the Soma (cooling) aspect of Shiva. The female voice naturally emphasizes the "Sugandhim" (fragrant) and "Pushtivardhanam" (nourishing) qualities.