Gayatri Mantra
Mantra
ॐ भूर्भुवः स्वः तत्सवितुर्वरेण्यं भर्गो देवस्य धीमहि धियो यो नः प्रचोदयात्
Transliteration (IAST)
Meaning (Hindi)
ॐ भूर्भुवः स्वः – हम उस परमात्मा का ध्यान करते हैं जो पृथ्वी (भूर्), अंतरिक्ष (भुवः) और स्वर्ग (स्वः) – तीनों लोकों में व्याप्त है।
तत्सवितुर्वरेण्यम् – वह सविता देव (सूर्य स्वरूप परमात्मा) का तेज, जो श्रेष्ठ और वंदनीय है।
भर्गो देवस्य धीमहि – उस दिव्य ज्योति का हम ध्यान करते हैं, जो सारे दुख और अज्ञान का नाश करने वाली है।
धियो यो नः प्रचोदयात् – वही दिव्य शक्ति हमारी बुद्धि को सही मार्ग पर चलने के लिए प्रेरित करे।
Meaning (English)
oṃ bhūr bhuvaḥ svaḥ – We meditate on the Divine, who pervades the Earth (bhūr), the Atmosphere (bhuvaḥ), and the Heaven (svaḥ).
tat savitur vareṇyaṃ – That glorious radiance of Savitṛ (the Divine Sun), which is most worthy of reverence.
bhargo devasya dhīmahi – We meditate upon that divine light of the Supreme Being.
dhiyo yo naḥ pracodayāt – May that Divine Light inspire and guide our intellects (wisdom and understanding).
Benefits
Spiritual Benefits
Purifies the mind and soul – Creates a sense of peace, purity, and connection with the Divine.
Awakens inner wisdom – Helps in developing clarity of thoughts and better decision-making.
Removes negative energy – The vibrations of the mantra cleanse the environment and the mind.
Guides intellect – Invokes divine light to lead us on the path of truth and righteousness.
Mental & Emotional Benefits
Improves concentration – Chanting calms the mind and increases focus (useful for studies, meditation, and work).
Reduces stress and anxiety – The rhythmic chanting creates harmony and inner balance.
Boosts positivity – Fills the mind with optimism and removes depressive or harmful thoughts.
Health Benefits
Regulates breathing – Chanting with proper rhythm improves oxygen flow and relaxes the nervous system.
Balances the body’s energy – Enhances mental and physical well-being.
Strengthens immunity – Positive vibrations help in overall healing and resistance to diseases.