Gayatri Mantra
గాయత్రి మంత్రం
Sanskrit: गायत्री मन्त्र · Category: Ritual
Quick Definition
The most sacred Vedic mantra — invocation to Savitr (Sun). 24 syllables, Anushtub meter.
Detailed Explanation
Om Bhur Bhuvah Svah / Tat Savitur Varenyam / Bhargo Devasya Dhimahi / Dhiyo Yo Nah Prachodayat. Recited daily at sandhya (sunrise + sunset + noon). Considered the cornerstone of Sanatana Dharma. Authorized for daily recitation after Upanayanam (sacred thread initiation).
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Author & Sources
Compiled by Pandit Ramachandra Sharma, Vedic Astrologer & Panchangam Scholar. Definitions cross-referenced against classical texts: Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra, Muhurta Chintamani, Surya Siddhanta, Gṛhya Sūtras. See the full Vedic Glossary for 58 terms across Panchanga, Astrology, Calendar, Dosha, Ritual, and Sanskara categories.