Power of Gayathri Mantra
The Gayathri mantra is a universal, powerful prayer addressed to cosmic Godliness, cherished as a relic in the four Vedas. When recited with utmost devotion, this mantra can move mountains and serve as a game changer in life. It brings both material and spiritual blessings.
Gayathri Mantra
“Om Bhoor Bhuwah Svah Tat Savitur Varenyam
Bhargo Devasya Dhimahi Dhiyo Yo Nah Prachodayath”
Meaning
There are several interpretations of this deep mantra in different contexts. The most accepted meaning is:
“Let us meditate on the supremacy of that divine Sun, the supreme Lord whose effulgence illuminates all and recreates everything. From Him, we all originate, and to Him, we must return. We invoke His glory to guide us toward enlightenment. We adore the divine light that illuminates the three realms: Kamaloka, Rupaloka, and Arupaloka. I am that primordial, life-enriching power, compassion, enlightenment, and divine grace of cosmic intelligence. We pray for this bright divine light to illuminate our minds.”
Goddess Gayathri and Her Manifestation
Gayathri Mata is revered as the Goddess of the Hindu Trimurthis, worshipped as Deva Mata, Vishwa Mata, and Veda Mata—the mother of the Vedas. In the Padma Purana, her divine powers and various forms are greatly praised. She embodies divine power and compassion and is often depicted as an elegant Devi with five heads, ten eyes, and ten hands. Dressed in a red garment, she sits on a red lotus in ardha siddhasana. Each of her ten hands holds symbols of power, wisdom, and protection. In some depictions, she resembles Goddess Saraswathi, adorned in white, seated on a white lotus, symbolizing knowledge and material wealth.
According to mythology, after Lord Brahma killed the demon Vajranabha, he wanted to perform a yagna (fire sacrifice) to cleanse himself. He descended to the earth and created three sacred lakes—Pushkar, from his lotus petals—and needed a consort to complete the ritual. It was then that he created Gayathri Devi to accompany him in the yagna. Some stories also suggest that she was brought from the Himalayan regions by the priest of the ritual.
Benefits of the Gayathri Mantra
The Gayathri mantra enhances intelligence, wisdom, and righteousness. Chanting it 108 times in the morning, afternoon, and evening brings positivity to life. This mantra is a declaration of gratitude and appreciation to both the nurturing Sun and the Divine grace that governs all. The ideal time for reciting this mantra is between 4 a.m. and 8 a.m. or 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.