Morning Awakening & Daily SandhyāvandanaRigveda 3.62.10
गायत्रीमन्त्रः · सावित्रीमन्त्रः
The Gāyatrī Mantra (Sāvitṛ Mantra)
तत्सवितुर्वरेण्यं भर्गो देवस्य धीमहि । धियो यो नः प्रचोदयात् ॥
Revealed to Maharishi Viśvāmitra in Mandala 3, Sukta 62, Verse 10 of the Rigveda, the Gāyatrī Mantra is the most universally revered daily prayer in Hindu homes. Traditionally chanted at dawn (Prātaḥ Sandhyā), noon, and dusk, it is a universal prayer asking the Divine Solar Consciousness (Savitṛ) to awaken and guide our intellect (Dhī).
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Gayatri Mantra located in the Vedas?
The Gayatri Mantra appears in the Rigveda Samhita, Mandala 3, Sukta 62, Rik 10 (RV 3.62.10), revealed to the sage Vishvamitra Gathina.
What is the exact meaning of the Gayatri Mantra?
We meditate upon the supreme, adorable spiritual radiance (Bhargas) of the Divine Creator Savitr; may That luminous Consciousness inspire and awaken our intellect (Dhiyo Yo Nah Prachodayat).
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