Muslim mantras, yantras, and tantra can be seen as the Muslim counterparts to the unique practices found in Hinduism. A significant portion of Muslims in India continue to uphold their rich cultural heritage, which includes traditional language and rituals. Consequently, many Tantric practices have woven themselves into the cultural fabric of their daily lives.
For instance, upon studying the Muslim Shabar Mantra, one can observe that its structure and language bear a resemblance to those found in Hindu Shabar Mantras. Esteemed Islamic spiritualists and yogis, such as the renowned Guru Ismail Yogi, crafted these compositions and were followers of Shabar Vidya, a tradition connected to the Nath Sampradaya.
One particular Muslim mantra is designed to eliminate all forms of obstacles—both visible and invisible—from one’s home, office, or business. This mantra, rooted in the principles of Hindu Shabar Vidya, is believed to clear away hindrances in the environment surrounding the practitioner.
The procedure for this ritual is as follows: the practitioner must create four cloth dolls that resemble humans, complete with hands, feet, and eyes. Once prepared, the practitioner should offer a generous amount of Loban dhoop to the dolls. The specific mantra must be chanted 108 times, while gently blowing breath over the four dolls after the chanting. Finally, the dolls should be placed at the four corners of the designated space—be it an office, home, or shop.
Moreover, this particular Muslim Shabar Mantra, developed during the latter half of the Middle Ages, includes a unique set of rituals. It is recommended to initiate these practices on the second day of the bright half of the moon according to the Islamic calendar. From that day onwards, the practitioner should chant a mantra from the Vashikaran branch of Hindu tradition, which focuses on attraction. The mastery of this mantra necessitates reciting it 10,000 times, particularly during a solar or lunar eclipse.
Once the practitioner achieves Siddhi, or mastery, in attracting a specific individual, they should inscribe the mantra on that person’s palm on an auspicious day—specifically a Sunday, Tuesday, or Thursday. This combination of rituals and timing is believed to enhance the effectiveness of the mantra and facilitate the desired outcome.
