Srim

Kakubha Ragini, folio from a Ragamala (ca. 1630). Courtesy of the Smithsonian Institution.

Mantra

SRIM (pronounced “shreem”) is traditionally described as a mantra of abundance and growth. Where HRIM activates, SRIM stabilizes and nourishes. It draws in what supports life rather than pushing outward with force. In classical teaching, SRIM is associated with prosperity, beauty, and emotional well-being. Not just money — but the conditions that allow something to thrive. It’s considered a heart-centered sound, linked more to feeling and receptivity than intensity. If HRIM is solar and energizing, SRIM is lunar and calming. Practically, SRIM is useful when you want steadiness, support, or emotional ease. It’s a good mantra for restoring balance, softening anxiety, and reinforcing a sense of enoughness. Repetition builds quiet confidence and helps you settle into trust rather than effort.