Gayatri (GUY-ah-tree) Mantra also known as "Guru Mantra" , is the supreme and the most potent power in all Mantras. It is
"All in one or One in All" All Indian scriptures are simply explication of this Maha Mantra.
It is also known as Savitri Mantra
because it is directed towards goddess Gayatri, who is
not considered a deity or demigod, but the single
supreme personality. In her role as the protector,
Gayatri is referred to as Savitri. She is the five-faced
Goddess, is said to have domain over the five senses or
pranas, and protects these five life-forces of those who
chant the Gayatri Mantra. Gayatri mantra is a
mantra of physical, emotional, and mental healing,
purifying the subtle karmas, and of Self-realization.
Story Related to the Mantra:
According to the ancient Hindu scriptures, the sage
Vishwamitra was given the Gayatri mantra by the Supreme
Being as a reward for his many years of deep penance and
meditation. This was to be a gift for all humanity.
AUM BHOOR BHUWAH SWAHA,
TAT SAVITUR VARENYAM
BHARGO DEVASAYA DHEEMAHI
DHIYO YO NAHA PRACHODAYAT.
Meaning of Gayatri Mantra:
Oh God, Thou Art the Giver of Life,
Remover of Pain and Sorrow,
The Bestower of Happiness,
Oh! Creator of the Universe
May We Receive
Thy Supreme Sin-destroying Light
May Thou Guide Our Intellect
In the Right Direction.
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