Prayers

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Yagnopavitha
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Morning Invocations.......................................................................................................

Karadrashana..................................................................................................................

Surya Namaskar.............................................................................................................

Surya Namaskar Cont.....................................................................................................

Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Suprabhatham......................................................................

Ganapati Prarthana........................................................................................................

Sivopasana Mantram.......................................................................................................

Maha Mrityunjayam Mantra............................................................................................

Lingaashtakam................................................................................................................

Sairashtre Jothi Linga Prayer.........................................................................................

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Arjun's Prayer.................................................................................................................

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Gayatri Manthram...........................................................................................................

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Vigneshwara Gayatri.......................................................................................................

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Om Namashivaya Gayatri...............................................................................................

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Lakshmi Gayatri..............................................................................................................

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Shirdi Baba's Gayatri......................................................................................................

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SaiThree Mantras............................................................................................................

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Ganesh.............................................................................................................................

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Dhyaanam - Shri Aumkaaram & Aum.............................................................................

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Prayer to Lord Sai...........................................................................................................

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Narayana Sukta...............................................................................................................

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Prayer to Rudra...............................................................................................................

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Shri Brahma Stuthi..........................................................................................................

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Bhagawan Sai Sthuthi.....................................................................................................

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Sarva Kalyan...................................................................................................................

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Visvasaanti Praarthana (Prayer for Universal Peace) .................................................

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Aachamaniyam................................................................................................................

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Knowledge Goddess Saraswati......................................................................................

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Prayer before Studying...................................................................................................

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Mantra Puspam................................................................................................................

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Mantra for Improving Life...............................................................................................

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Shakti - Goddess Parvati................................................................................................

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Shaantaakaaram.............................................................................................................

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SadGuru...........................................................................................................................

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Guru Vandana..................................................................................................................

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Shri Mahalakshmi Ashtakam...........................................................................................

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Abundance and Affluence................................................................................................

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Saanti Mantram (Prayer for Peace)...............................................................................

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Mangalaarati....................................................................................................................

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Om Asatho Maa................................................................................................................

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Forgiveness Prayer.........................................................................................................

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Kshamaa Prarthana (Forgiveness)................................................................................

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Vibhuti Mantra.................................................................................................................

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English version of Vibhuti Mantra:..................................................................................

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Samarpanam....................................................................................................................

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Sarve Vandanam - Invocation or Vasudeva Kutumbakam ............................................

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Sarve Bhavanthu.............................................................................................................

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Food Prayer's..................................................................................................................

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Trisandhya - Evening Puja..............................................................................................

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Prayer to drive away bad dreams..................................................................................

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Leaving the House Prayer..............................................................................................

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Paduga Prayer................................................................................................................

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Some Prayers to the Lord...............................................................................................

Morning Invocations
When you wake up in the morning, you should get up on the right side. Hold both
palms before your eyes, and chant either of the two following mantra:
This is a Morning Prayer call "Karadarshana". One begins the day with this prayer
"kara" means the palm of the hand and it stands for the five Karmendriyas, or the
organs of action. While looking at the palm one invokes the lord in the form of various
deities, thus sanctifying all the actions that will be done during the day, By
acknowledging the Lord as the giver of the capacity to perform actions and as the giver
of the fruits of those actions, one sanctifies the actions. Thus, one prays in the morning
to reinforce the attitude that all actions are performed as a service to the lord.
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Karadrashana
Karaagre Vasathey Lakshmi, Karamadhye Saraswathi
Karamooley Thu Govindam, Prabhathey Kara Darshanam.
Meaning: On the tip of your fingers is Goddess Lakshmi, on the base of your fingers is
Goddess Saraswati, in the middle of your fingers is Lord Govinda - in this manner you
look at your palms.
Karaagre Vasathey Lakshmi, Karamadhye Saraswathi
Karamooley Sthitha Gauri, Prabhathey Kara Darshanam
Meaning: On the tip of my fingers resides Lakshmi, the Goddess of prosperity and
wealth. In the middle of my hands is Saraswathi, the Goddess of knowledge and
learning. In the palm of my hands sits Mother Gauri, the Goddess of protection.
Visualizing in this manner, I take darshan of my hands every morning.

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Before stepping on the floor, bow down to Earth respectfully. Try to see the Divine in
all. If you can, chant the following mantra
Samudravasane Devi Parvatastanamandale
Vishnupatni Namastubhyam Padasparsham Kshamasva Me:
Meaning: (The ocean is your clothing, the mountain, your bosom, I am about to step on
You, so please forgive me.)
Swami has said; In the first instance, as soon as you arise from bed, brush your teeth
well and clean your tongue. The mouth is the main entry point to the entire body. There
is always the danger of germs entering the body from an unclean mouth Discourses
(27th May 2002). Before bathing, touch the water and pray, imagining it to be water
from all the holy rivers. The mantra to be chanted is:
Gangech Yamune Chaiva Godavari Sarasvati
Narmade Sindhu Kaveri Jalesmin Sannidhim Kuru.

Surya Namaskar
At sunrise, hold both palms before your eyes, and chant the following mantras for the
sun deity:
Hiranmayena Patrena Satyasapihitam Mukham
Tattvam Pushannapavrinu Satyadharmaya Drishtaye
Om Hram Mitraaya Namah (Prostration to HIM who is affectionate to all)
Om Hrim Ravaye Namah (Prostration to HIM who is the cause for change)
Om Hrum Suryaye Namah (Prostration to HIM who induces activity)
Om Hraim Bhaanave Namah (Prostration to HIM who diffuses light)
Om Hraum Khagaaya Namah (Prostration to HIM who moves in the sky)
Om Hrah Pushane Namah (Prostration to HIM who nourishes all)
Om Hram Hiranyagarbhaaya Namah (Prostration to HIM who contains
everything)
Om Hrim Marechaye Namah (Prostration to HIM who possesses rays)
Om Hrum Adityaaya Namah (Prostration to HIM who is God gods)
Om Hraim Savitre Namah (Prostration to HIM who produces everything)
Om Hraum Arkaaya Namah (Prostration to HIM who is fit to be worshipped)
Om Hrah Bhaaskaraaya Namah (Prostration to HIM who is the cause of lustre)
The Vedic declare that, you should offer water at sunrise and at sunset to the Sun God,
which with ultra-violet light reduced the number to diseases in the universe.

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Surya Namaskar Cont

Sun Salutation (Surya-namaskar) Instruction:

1. Stand facing the

direction of the sun with
both feet touching. Bring
the hands together, palmto-palm, at the heart.

2. Inhale and raise the arms

upward. Slowly bend
backward, stretching arms
above the head.

3. Exhale slowly bending

forward, touching the earth
with respect until the hands
are in line with the feet, head
touching knees.

4. Inhale and move the

right leg back away from
the body in a wide
backward step. Keep the
hands and feet firmly on
the ground, with the left
foot between the hands.
Raise the head.

5. While exhaling, bring the

left foot together with the right.
Keep arms straight, raise the
hips and align the head with
the arms, forming an upward
arch.

6. Inhale and slowly lower

the hips to the floor, (hips
should be slightly raised
above the ground) and bend
backward as much as
possible.

8. Inhale and slowly raise the

7. Exhale head and bend backward as
and lower the body to the much as possible, bending the
floor until the feet, knees, spine to the maximum (as in
hands, chest, and forehead
the nagaare touching the ground.
asana).

9. While exhaling slowly and

keeping the arms straight,
raise the hips and align the
head with the arms, forming
an upward arch.

10. Slowly inhale and and

bend the left leg at the
knee taking a wide forward
step. Keeping the hands
firmly rooted, place the left
foot on the ground between
the hands. Lift the head
upwards.

12. Inhale slowly and raise

the arms upward. Slowly
bend backward, stretching
the arms above the head.
Return to position
#1.

11. Exhale slowly and keeping

hands firmly in place bring
both feet together to align them
with the hands. Touch the head
to the knees, if possible.

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Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Suprabhatham

The morning SUPRABHAATAM greetings to BHAGAWAN, the AWAKENING
CALL, to pray " Awake. Awake, Oh Lord Of Parthi, Sathya Sai. May the whole world
and mankind gain auspiciousness and may we offer our homage and most reverential

morning greetings.
Swami has on several occasions emphasized to the students in Prashanti Nilayam the
importance of starting the day with the Suprabhatam. He also said that this should be
considered as one of the directives by Bhagawan that will do us immense good if we
follow it.
Easwaramba Suthah Shreeman
Poorvaa Sandhyaa Pravarthathe
Utthishta Sathya Sayeesha
Karthavyam Daivam Aanhikam
Meaning: O Son of Easwaramba O Resplendent Majestic One Dawn is heralding in the
East. The daily tasks of Divinity which Thou hast undertaken has to be accomplished,
therefore, awake, O Lord Sathya Sai
Utthishtotthishta Partheesha
Utthishta Jagadheepathey
Utthishta Karunapoorna
Loka Mangala Siddhaye
Meaning: Awake, Awake, O Lord of Parthi O Lord of the entire Universe and Mankind
Awake, O Compassionate Lord So that the world attain auspiciousness, happiness,
prosperity, welfare and blessings.
Chitraavathi Thata Vishaala Sushaantha Soudhey
Thishtanthi Sevaka Janaah Thava Darshanaartham
Aadhithya Kaanthiranubhaathi Samastha Lokaan
Sri Sathya Sai Bhagawan Thava Suprabhatham
Meaning: In the vast Mansion, full of bliss and tranquillity, (Prashanti Nilayam) on the
banks of the river Chitravathi, those anxious to serve Thee are waiting for Thy Darshan.
The radiance of the Sun is illumining the World. O Lord Sathya Sai Blessed by Thy
wakefulness, we pray for an auspicious day.
Thwannaama Keerthana Rathaah Thava Divya Naama
Gaayanthi Bhakthi Rasa Paana Prahrushta Chiththaah
Daathum Krupaasahitha Darshanamaashu Thebhyah
Sri Sathya Sai Bhagawan Thava Suprabhatham
Meaning: Devotees engrossed in singing Thy Glory are happy and blissful, when they
taste the nectar of devotion. Kindly shower Thy Grace by granting them Thy Darshan.
O Lord Sathya Sai Blessed by Thy wakefulness, we pray for an auspicious day.
Aadhaaya Divya Kusumaani Manoharaani

Sreepaada Poojana Vidhim Bhavadanghri Mooley

Karthum Mahothsukathayaa Pravishanti Bhakthaah
Sri Sathya Sai Bhagawan Thava Suprabhatham
Meaning: Bringing holy flowers with captivating colours and fragrance, for
worshipping Thy Lotus Feet, in the form as prescribed by the scriptures; Thy devotees
are coming in, with great yearning and enthusiasm. O Lord Sathya Sai Blessed by Thy
wakefulness, we pray for an auspicious day.
Desaantharaagatha Budhaah Thava Divya Moorthim
Sandharshanaabhirathi Samyutha Chiththa Vruthyaa
Vedoktha Manthra Pathanena Lasanthyajasram
Sri Sathya Sai Bhagawan Thava Suprabhatham
Meaning: Wise persons from distant countries, moved by yearning to have Thy
Darshan, have come and they are having great delight in reciting constantly mantras of
the Vedas. O Lord Sathya Sai Blessed by Thy wakefulness, we pray for an auspicious
day.
Shruthva Thavaadbhutha Charethram Akhanda Keerthim
Vyaaptham Diganthara Vishaala Dharaathalesmin
Jignaasu Lokaupathishtathi Chaasramesmin
Sri Sathya Sai Bhagawan Thava Suprabhatham
Meaning: Hearing Thy marvellous tales and fame that has reached the farthest horizons,
earnest seekers of Reality have come to this place and are waiting. O Lord Sathya Sai
Blessed by Thy wakefulness, we pray for an auspicious day.
Seetha Sathee Sama Vishuddha Hridhambu Jaathaah
Bahvanganaa Kara Gruheetha Supushpa Haaraah
Sthunvanthi Divyanuthibhih Phani Bhushanam Thwaam
Sri Sathya Sai Bhagawan Thava Suprabhatham
Meaning: Women devotees, whose (petals of) heart are unattached to the world like
Lotus petals (which are unattached to the water in which they grow, even though they
cannot survive without water) and are similar to Mother Seetha in virtues and piousness
are singing Thy Glory - the Glory of Lord Shiva adorned with Serpent around His neck
- through holy hymns holding excellent flower garlands in their hands. O Lord Sathya
Sai Blessed by Thy wakefulness, we pray for an auspicious day.
Suprabhatham Idam Punyam Ye
Patanthi Dine Dine
Tey Vishanti Param Dhaama
Jnaana Vijnaana Shobhithaah

Meaning: Whoever daily recites this morning awakening Hymn will attain the Highest
Abode resplendent with the Supreme intelligence as well as Supreme wisdom.
Mangalam Guru Devaaya
Mangalam Jnaana Dhaayine
Mangalam Parthi Vaasaaya
Mangalam Sathya Saayine
Meaning: May the divine Guru be auspicious to us; May the Bestower of wisdom be
auspicious to us; May the Lord, Who manifested in Parthi be auspicious to us; May
Bhagawan Sathya Sai Baba be auspicious to us.
"Sloka is a Sanskrit word used to denote a prayerful verse written to follow certain
grammatical rules. These prayers are generally directed to specific God or Goddess
such as Ganesha, Shiva, Parvati, etc. Conveying the majesty and omnipotence of God,
the slokas portray vivid descriptions of different forms of God and their Divine powers.
Anyone who chants these powerful verses and invokes the appropriate God (Goddess)
forms mentally will be able to achieve a steady and peaceful mind full of devotion.
Bhagawan also explained in one of His Divine Discourses (September 1998) the
importance of slokas in practicing Naamasmarana. He said, "I always begin My
Discourse with a poem or a sloka and conclude it with a bhajan. Do you know what
they are? The first poem or sloka is like a plate. The Discourse can be compared to
various delicious items that are served on the plate, and the bhajan in the end is like a
plate covering the delicious items. Do not treat this a Mandhu (Telugu word for
medicine), thereby taking a little. Treat this as a Vindhu (banquet) and partake of the
delicious items I serve to the maximum extent. Experience and enjoy this banquet."
The nine forms or types of Bhakti, viz., (1) Shravana (Hearing); (2) Kirtana (Praying);
(3) Smarana (Remembering); (4) Padasevana (resorting to the feet); (5) Archana
(Worship); (6) Namaskara (Bowing); (7) Dasya (Service); (8) Sneham (Friendship); (9)
Atmanivedana (surrender of the self).
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OM SAI RAM
Offering Service to Sai - (Shiva Puja)
Normally 21 OMKARS ARE RECITED, but here you can do (3, 9 or 11)

OM OM OM
Ganapati Prarthana
Sree Gurubhyo Namah Harih Aum
Gananam Tva Ganapatigm Havamahe
Kavim Kavinamupa Masra Vastamam
Jyestharajam Brahmanam
Brahmanas Pata Anah
Srnvannuti Bhissida Sadanam
Prano Devi Saraswathi, Vajebhirvajini Vati
Dhina Mavitriyavatu, Ganesaya Namah
Sarasvatyai Namah, Sree Gurubhyo Namah, Harih Aum
Meaning: We invite You, the Lord of spiritual faith (of Lord Shiva). You are the wisest
among the wise, the best to be given as a standard of comparison. You are the senior
Lord, Lord of the Vedic mantras, listening to our prayers. Please visit our home with
prosperous things and be seated here. We invoke Saraswathi the goddess of speech may
she be please with us and inspire our intelligence. Prostrations to Genesh, Saraswathi
and Sri Guru.
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Sivopasana Mantram
Aum Nidhanapataye Namah Nidhanapatantikaya Namah
Urdhvaya Namah Urdhvalingaya Namah
Hiranyaya Namah, Hiranyalingaya Namah
Suvarnaya Namah, Suvarnalingaya Namah,
Divyaya Namah Divyalingaya Namah
Bhavaya Namah Bhavalingaya Namah
Sarvaya Namah Sarvalingaya Namah
Shivaya Namah Shivalingaya Namah
Jvalaya Namah Jvalalingaya Namah
Atmaya Namah Atmalingaya Namah
Paramaya Namah Paramalingaya Namah
Etath Somasya Suryasya Sarvalingam
Sthapayati Panimantram Pavitram

Meaning: Salutations to Nidhanapati lord of the dissolution of the universe,

Nidhanapatantikaya who put an end to the god of death. Urdva who is the unity of
power and power holder, Urdhva-lingaya, the principle of Sada-Siva, embodying the
power of intelligence. Haranya, who beneficial and charming to creatures, Hiranyalinga who is visualized as linga made of gold. Suvarnaya, who is endowed with
attractive splendour. Suvarna-lingaya, who is the form of linga made from silver.
Divyaya who is the source of bliss in heaven. Divya-lingaya who is worshipped as the
divine emblem. Bhavaya who is the source of birth and death Bhava-lingaya who is
worshipped as linga by human beings. Sarvaya the suppresser of the universe at the
time of final dissolution, Sarva-lingaya who is worshipped as linga who gives bliss.
Shivaya who is most auspicious, Shiva-lingaya who is worshipped in a form of linga.
Jvalaya, who is as splendorous as a flame, Jvala-lingaya is the form of Brilliant linga.
Atmaya,who is the sprit dwelling in all beings. Atma-lingaya who is concealed in the
heart of all beings. Paramaya who is unsurpassed, Parama-lingaya who is the supreme
lord of bliss and liberation. By these twenty-two names ending with salutations, they
consecrate the Siva-linga for all - this linga, which is representative of Soma and Surya

Maha Mrityunjayam Mantra

Om Triyambakam Yajaamahe
Sugandhim Pushti Vardhanam
Urvaarukamiva Bandhanaam
Mrithyor Muksheeya Maamrithath
Meaning: We worship the three eyed One (Lord Shiva) who is fragrant and who
nourishes all beings; may He liberate me from death, for the sake of immortality, even
as cucumber is severed from its bondage of the vine.

Lingaashtakam
Brahma Muraari Suraarchita Lingam
Nirmala Bhashita Shobhita Lingam
Janmaja Dukha Vinaashaka Lingam
Tat Pranamaami Sadaa Shiva Lingam
Meaning: I bow before that Sada Shiva Linga, which is adored by Brahma, Vishnu and
other Gods, which is praised by pure and holy speeches and which destroys the cycle of
births and deaths.
Devamuni Pravaraarchita Lingam
Kaamadaham Karunaakara Lingam
Raavana Darpa Vinaashaka Lingam

Tat Pranamaami Sada Shiva Lingam

Meaning: I bow before that Sada Shiva Linga, which is the destroyer of desires, which
the Devas and the sages worship, which is infinitely compassionate and which subdued
the pride of Raavana.
Sarva Sugandha Sulepitha Lingam
Buddhi Vivardhana Kaarana Lingam
Siddha Suraasura Vanditha Lingam
Tat Pranamaami Sadaa Shiva Lingam
Meaning: I bow before that Sada Shiva Linga, which is lavishly smeared with
variegated perfumes and scents, which elevates the power of thought and enkindles the
light of discrimination, and before which the Siddhas and Suras and Asuras prostrate.
Kanaka Mahaamani Bhushitha Lingam
Phanipathi Veshtitha Shobhitha Lingam
Daksha Suyajna Vinaashaka Lingam
Tat Pranamaami Sadaa Shiva Lingam
Meaning: I bow before that Sada Shiva Linga, the destroyer of Dakshas sacrifice, which
is decorated with various ornaments, studded with different gems and rubies and which
glows with the garland of the serpent Lord coiled around it.
Kumkuma Chandana Lepitha Lingam
Pankaja Haara Sushobhitha Lingam
Sanchitha Paapa Vinaashaka Lingam
Tat Pranamaami Sadaa Shiva Lingam
Meaning: I bow before that Sada Shiva Linga, which is smeared with saffron and sandal
paste, which is decorated with lotus garlands and which wipes out all accumulated sins.
Devaganaarchitha Sevitha Lingam
Bhaavair Bhakti Bhirevacha Lingam
Dinakara Koti Prabhakara Lingam
Tat Pranamaami Sadaa Shiva Lingam
Meaning: I bow before that Sada Shiva Linga which is worshipped by the multitude of
Gods with genuine thoughts full of faith and devotion and whose splendour is like that
of a million suns.
Ashta Dalopari Veshtitha Lingam
Sarva Samudbhava Kaarana Lingam
Ashta Daridra Vinaashaka Lingam

Tat Pranamaami Sadaa Shiva Lingam

Meaning: I bow before that Sada Shiva Linga, destroyer of all poverty and misery in its
eight aspects, which is the cause of all creation and which stands on the eight petalled
Lotus.
Suraguru Suravara Pujitha Lingam
Suravana Pushpa Sadaarchitha Lingam
Paraatparam Paramatmaka Lingam
Tat Pranamaami Sadaa Shiva Lingam (x3)
Meaning: I bow before that Sada Shiva Linga which is the Transcendent Being and the
Supreme Self, worshipped by all Suras and their preceptor (Brhaspathi), with
innumerable flowers from the celestial gardens.
Sadyojatam Prapadyami Sadyojataya Vai Namo Namah
Bhava Bhava Nati Bhave Bhavasva Mam Bhavodbhavaya Namah
Vamadevaya Namo, Jyesthaya Namah, Sresthaya Namo, Rudhraya Namah,
Kalaya Namah, Kalavikaranaya Namo, Balavikaranaya Namo, Balaya Namo,
Balapramathanaya Namah. Sarvabhuta Damanaya Namo, Manonmanaya
Namah.
Aghorebhyo Tha Ghorebyo Ghora Ghoratarebhyah.
Sarvebhyas Sarvasarvebhyo Nameste Astu Rudrarupebhyah.
Tatpursaya Vidmahe, Mahadevaya Dhimahi. Tanno Rudrah Pracodayat
Isanas Sarvidyanam Isvaras Sarva Bhutanam Brahma Dhi Patir
Brahmano Dhipatir Brahma Sivo Me Astu Sadasivom.
Mrutyunjayaaya Rudraaya
Neelakantaaya Shambhave
Amriteshaaya Sarvaaya
Mahadevaaya Te Namaha
Meaning: I pray to Lord Mahadeva who has conquered death, who is the destroyer of
the universe, who has a blue neck and who gives happiness to all.

Meaning: I bow down to the Lord of Uma (Parvathi), the divine Guru, and the cause of
the universe. I bow down to the Lord who is adorned with snake and wears tiger skin,
the Lord of all creatures. I bow down to the Lord whose three eyes are the sun, moon
and fire and to whom Lord Vishnu is dear. I bow down to the Lord who is the refuge of

all devotees and the giver of boons, Shiva Shanakara.

Sairashtre Jothi Linga Prayer

Saurashtre Somanaatham Cha Sree Saile Mallikarjunam
Ujjayinyaam Mahaakaalam Omkaare Mamaleswaram
Himalaye To Kedaram Daakinyaam Bhimashankaram
Vaaranaasyaam Cha Viswesam Trayambakam Gowtameethate
Paralyaam Vaidyanaatham Cha Naagesam Daarukaavane
Setubandhe Ramesham Grushnesam Cha Shivaalaye
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Arjun's Prayer
Twameva Mata Cha Pita Twameva,
Twameva Bandhuscha Sakhaa Twameva.
Twameva Vidyaa, Dhravinam Twameva,
Twameva Sarvam Mama Deva Deva
Om Shanti Shanti Shanti
Meaning: O Lord You are my mother and father. You are my relative and friend. You
are my knowledge (wisdom) and wealth (strength, valour and power) and you are my
all - My God of Gods

Gayatri Manthram
Namaste Devi Gayatri Savitri Tripadakshare;
Ajare Amare Matas Trahi Mam Bhava-Sagarat.
Meaning: The three Lettered (A, U, M) Goddess, inspiring Gayatri never aging and
immortal, O Mother, Protect me from the ocean of rebirth, Salutations to Thee.
Om Bhur Bhuvah Suvah
Tat Savithur Varenyam
Bhargo Devasya Dhimahi
Dhiyo Yo Nah Prachodayaath

Om Shanti Shanti Shanti

Meaning: O God, the Source of all beings, the dispeller of all darkness, the bestower of
peace, the Creator, the Blissful, we pray to Thee to enlighten our intellect.
Dhiyo Yo Nah Prachodayaath, Oh Mother, Let all be Healthy, Wealthy and Blissful
Dhiyo Yo Nah Prachodayaath, Oh Maa, Forgive Us, Lead Us, Guide Us, Grace Us with
Your Blessings Forever. Oh Sai Maa give us all Hope & Courage We are always Yours
Mother, Never forsake us
Benefits of the Gayatri Japa:
Gayatri is the mother of the Vedas and is the destroyer of sins. There is nothing more
purifying, on the earth as well as in the heaven, than the Gayatri. Gayatri eventually
gives Liberation from the wheel of birth and death. The Gayatri Mantra is the most
universal, non-personal, holy prayer, which can be chanted by any person belonging to
any country, irrespective of race, religion or sex. This Gayatri Mantra chanted 108
times or at least 54 or 28 times everyday brings great Moksha or kalyana. One should
thus perform Sandhya - Vandana with this Gayatri Mantra three times everyday, in the
morning, noon and evening. It is the Gayatri Mantra alone that can be commonly
prescribed, for all the Hindus.
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Vigneshwara Gayatri
Om Ekadantaya Vidmahe
Vakratundaya Dhimahi
Thanno-Dantih Prachodhayaath
Meaning: We meditate on that supreme power, the elephant headed God, who removes
all obstacles, and may the single tusked boon giver illumine us.

Om Namashivaya Gayatri
Om Tatpurusaya Vidmahe,
Mahadevaya Dhimahi
Tanno-Rudhrah Prachodhayaath
Meaning: May we realise the Thath Purusa, the supreme principal, let us meditate on
the great God Maha Deva, May Rudra illumine us.
Om Narayanaye Vidmahe,
Vaasudavaaya Dhimahi
Thanno-Vishnu Prachodhayaath
Meaning: May we realise Loard Narayana the indweller in all being, who look after our
welfare, May Vishu the all-pervasive lord illumine us.
Om Devyai Brahama Vidmahe,
Mahashathi Aajani Dhimahi
Thanno-Devi Prachodhayaath

Lakshmi Gayatri
Om Mahalakshmi Cha Vidmahe,
Visnupatni Cha Dhimahi
Thanno-Lakshmih Prachodhayaath
Meaning: I prostrate before goddess (Laksmi) the wife of Visnu, the personification of
Patience, who bestows us with, Wealth, luxuries, promotion, status, good health,
children and long life.
Om Bhaskaraya Vidmahe,
Mahadyuti Karaya Dhimahi
Thanno-Adityah Prachodhayaath
Meaning: May we realise Lord Bhaskara, let us meditate on the Lord who produces
great light. May Lord Aditya, the son of Aditi illumine us.
Om Hansa Hansa Vidmahe,
Paramahansaye Dhimahi
Thanno-Hansah Prachodhayaath
Om Sai Ramaya Vidmahe,
Atma Raamaaya Dhimahi

Thanno-Baba Prachodhayaath
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Shirdi Baba's Gayatri

Om Shirdi Waaria Vidmahe
Sainathaya Dhimahi
Thannah-Maalik Prachodhayaath
Meaning: We know this Embodiment of Divine Love, Shirdi Sainath. The embodiment
of Truth, Knowledge and Bliss, May he enlighten our intellect?
Om Dakshineswarai Vidmahe,
Paramahamsaaya Dhimahi
Thanno-Hansah Prachodhayaath
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SaiThree Mantras
Om Sayeeshvaraaya Vidmahe
Sathya-Dhevaaya Dhimahi
Thannah-Sarvah Prachodhayaath
Meaning: We know this Sai is Supreme Divinity incarnate. We meditate on this God of
Truth. May this Almighty Personality lead us on the path of total liberation!
Om Bhaaskaraaya Vidmahe
Sai-Dhevaaya Dhimahi
Thannah-Suuryah Prachodhayaath
Meaning: We know this Self-shining Being. We meditate on this Divinity as Sai Surya.
May this Divine Light enlighten us on the path of liberation?
Om Premaathmanaaya Vidmahe
Hiranyagarbhaaya Dhimahi

Thannah-Sathyah Prachodhayaath
Meaning: We know this Embodiment of Divine Love, Sathya Sai. We meditate on this
Golden-Wombed Divine Personality. May Truth-incarnate, Sathya Sai, inspire us on the
path of liberation
The very first prayers we offer to is Lord Sri Ganesha - known as Maha Ganapathy or
Vigneshwara, one who is the leader of all gods in Hindu faith, and one who removes all
darkness, obstructions or obstacles, this mantra is as follows.
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Ganesh
Vakratunda Mahaakaaya
Suryakoti Samaprabha
Nirvighnam Kurume Deva
Sarva Kaaryesu Sarvadaa
Meaning: O Lord, with the curved trunk and mighty body, whose lustre equals that of a
million suns I pray to Thee O Lord remove the obstacles from all actions I perform.
Shree Ganesh Vandana
Shuklaam Bharadharam Vishnum
Shashi Varnam Chaturbhujam
Prasanna Vadanam Dhyayeta
Sarva Vighnopa Shantayeta
Meaning: We meditate on Lord Ganesha - who is clad in white (representing purity),
who is all pervading (present everywhere), whose complexion is grey like that of ash
(glowing with spiritual splendour), who has four arms, who has bright countenance
(depicting inner calm and happiness) and who can destroy all obstacles (in our spiritual
and worldly path).
Agajanana Padmasana
Gajanana Mahirsham
Aneka Dantam Bhaktaanam
Eka Dantam Upasmayema
Meaning: I worship day and night that elephant faced Lord Ganesha who is like sun to
the lotus face of Mother Parvati. Giver of many boons, the single tusked Ganesh, I

salute Thee to give me a boon.

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Dhyaanam - Shri Aumkaaram & Aum

Dhyaanam
Aumkaaram Bindu Samyuktam
Nityam Dhyaayanti Yoginah
Kaamadam Mokshadam Chaiva
Aumkaaraaya Namo Namah
OM
Meaning: The yogi always meditated upon the Aumkar with the Bindu (dot). We bow
down to the Aumkar that is eternal, that grants us liberation. The Aum written with a
Bindu signifies that we are but a drop from the Aum -the sound of creation. This
"AUM" Is the bestower of all wishes and is indeed capable of leading one to freedom
from worldly bondage.

Prayer to Lord Sai

Namastey Brahma Rupaya, Namastey Paramathmane,
Namastey Sai Nathaaya, Namastey Sathya Sai ne
Namastey Vishva Rupaaya, Namastey Gnana Daayine
Namastey Sat Chit Ananda, Namastey Sathya Sai ne
Namastey Prema Rupaaya, Namastey Paramathmane
Namastey Shirdi Nathaaya, Namastey Sathya Sai ne
Om Sathpakaai Dharmasaya Sarva Dharma Sawrupena
Avartar Varishtya Ramakrishna Tay Namah.
Om Sathpakaai Dharmasaya Satchidananda Sawrupena
Sarva Mantra Tantra Yanthra Sarupya Sri Sainathatay Namah
Om Sathpakaai Dharmasaya Sarvadhevathaa Swaroopini
Sarva Shakti Sawrupya Sainathatay Namo Namah
Om Tasmaat Thvameva Sharanam Mama Dena Bandoo

Om Tasmaat Thvameva Sharanam Mama Deva Deva

Om Tasmaat Thvameva Sharanam Paramahamsaadeva
Om Tasmaat Thvameva Sharanam Mama Sai Deva
Sarva Vasto Sarvapayamie Tu Sarveshwara
Satchidananda Swaroopa, Sarva-antharyaami Swaroopa,
Sathya Dharma Shanti Premaa Swaroopa Avatara,
Sathyam Shivam Sundaram Avatara
Sarvadevata Avatara,
Sarva Manthra Tantra Yanthra Swaroopa Avatara,
Sarva Shakti Swaroopa Avatara
Sadguru Dev Guru Jaghatguru, Sri Sai Nath Maharaja
Koti Koti Shastan Dhanwat Nameskaram Samarpayami
Om Namo Hiranyaabhava, Hiranya Warnia, Hiranyaaya Rupaya,
Hiranyapataye, Ambikapataye, Umapataye, Pashupataye, Namo Namah
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Narayana Sukta
Rtagam Satyam Param Brahma Purusam Krsna Pingalam, Urdhvaretam Virupaksham
Visvaroopaya Vai Namo Namah.
Meaning: The Supreme Absolute Truth is a personality of a dark hue. He possesses
supreme control of His senses and has beautiful eyes. I offer my obeisances unto that
Universal Being.
Om Eesana Sarva Vidyanam, Esvarah Sarva Bhutanam Brahmadhi Patir
Brahmanodhi Patir Brahma Sivo Me Astu, Sada Sivom.
Meaning: The Lord Sri Narayana who is Siva, also Brahma who is the head of nine
Brahmas that parameswara representing all the Brahma Vidyas, the authority of every
knowledge OH! Such, OM Kara Swarupa, May he help us at all times.

Prayer to Rudra
Om Namastestu BHAGAWAN Vishveshvaraya,
Mahadevaya Trayambakaya
Tripurantakaya Trikagni-Kalaya Kalagni-Rudraya Nil-Kanthaya

Mrityujnjayaya Sarveshvaraya Sadashivaya

Shriman Mahadevaya Namah
Meaning: May (our) salutations be to you, Oh BHAGAWAN, who is vishveshvara (the
lord of the universe), mahadeva (the great god), trayambaka (the three-eyed one),
tripurantaka (the destroyer of the three cities), trikagnikala (the time of the agnihotra
when the three fires garhapatya, daxinagni, and ahavaniya, are used), kalagnirudra (the
rudra who consumes everything as the fire of kalagni at the time of destruction),
nilakantha (the blue-throated one), mrityujnjaya (the conqueror of death), sarveshvara
(the lord of all), sadashiva (the ever-auspicious one), and shrimanmahadeva (the
celebrated and great god).
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Shri Brahma Stuthi

Nidhayey Sarvavidhyanaam Bhishajey Bhavaroghinaam
Guravey Sarvalokaanam Dakshinaamoorthayey Namaha
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Bhagawan Sai Sthuthi

Hrudaa Kaashe Sadaa Baantham
Shaantham Aananda Roopinam
Jnaana Bhaanum Aham Vande
Sathgurum Sathya Saayinam
Om Shanti Shanti Shantihi
Meaning: Always residing in the heart, Thou art the form of peace and bliss, Grantor of
wisdom; I worship Sathya Sai who is the Guru of Gurus. Om Peace Peace Peace.
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Sarva Kalyan
Om Sarvey Vai Sukhinah Santu, Sarvey Santu Niramayaah
Sarvey Bhadraani Pashyantu, Maa Kashchid Dukha Maapnuyaat
Aum Shanti Shanti Shantihi
Meaning: May all possess happiness. May all be healthy (free from all diseases) May
all see beauty. May there be good fortune and no misery anywhere. May there be peace
everywhere.
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Visvasaanti Praarthana (Prayer for Universal Peace)

Om Saha Navavatu, Saha Nau Bhunaktu
Saha Viryam Karavavahai
Tejasvinau Avadhitamastu
Maa Vidvisavahai, Aum Shanti Shanti Shantihi
Meaning: May the Lord protect us both, may He nourish us both, may we work
together with great vigour (divine strength). May we both acquire brilliance of our
intellect through our studies, may we not hate each other. Let there be peace, peace,
peace
Aum Samno Mitrah Sam Varunah,
Shamno Bhavatvaryama
Shamna Indro Brhaspatih;
Shamno Vishnu Rurukramah Namo Brahmane,
Namaste Vayo. Tvameva Pratyaksam Brahmasi
Tvameva Pratyaksam Brahma Vadisyami
Rtama Vadishyami, Sathyam Vadisyami
Tanmamavatu Tadvaktaramavatu.
Avatu Mam, Avatu Vaktaram. Aum Shanti Shanti Shantihi
Meaning: May the sun God Mitra and other Vedic Gods - Varuna, Aryamaa, Indra,
Brihaspati and the all pervading Maha Vishnu and the entire Devatas shower their
Blessings upon us. Salutations to Brahma. Salutations to Vaayu. You are the
personification of Brahma. I shall proclaim thee as Brahma. I shall always abide by
Dharma (righteousness). I shall always speak the truth. May that protect us all. Aum
Peace, peace, peace

Aum Bhadram Karnebhih Srunuyaama Devaaha

Bhadram Pashyemaa Kshabhirya Jatraaha
Sthirai Rangai Stushtuvaagum Sastanoobhihi
Vyashema Devahitam Yadaayuhu
Svastina Indro Vriddah Shravaha
Svastinah Poosha Vishwa Vedaah
Svastinah Sthaarkshyo Arishtanemihi
Svastino Brihaspatir Dadhaatu
Aum Shanti Shanti Shantihi
Meaning: Aum Hey Devaas, who are in the form of light, let our ears hear all good
things. Hey worshippable Devas, let our eyes see good and holy things. May we spend
this life given to us by God in continued prayers to You with a strong body, sound in
health.
Aum Poornamadah Poornamidam Poornat
Poornamudachyate Poornasya
Poornamadaya Poornameva Avashishyate
Om Shanti Shanti Shantihi
Meaning: God is perfect (infinite). This Universe is also perfect (infinite). If perfection
(infinity) is taken from anything perfect (infinitive) what remains is still perfect
(infinite). Let there be peace, peace, peace.
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Aachamaniyam
Achyutaya Namaha, Ananthaya Namaha, Govindaya Namaha Keshavaaya Namah,
Madhavaaya Namah, Vasudevaya Namaha, ect. Gopijanavallabhaya Namaha,
Krishnaaya Namaha, Naaraayanaaya Namah Madhusuudanaaya Namah
Hrishhiikeshaaya Namah, Panduranga namah, Yogeshwara namah, Govindaaya Namah,
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Knowledge Goddess Saraswati

Saraswati Namastubhyam, Varade Kamarupini,

Vidhya Arambham Karishyaami, Siddhir Bhavatu Mey Sada

Padma-patravisalakshi Padma-kesara varnini
Nityam Padmalaya Devi, Sa maam Patu Saraswathi.
Meaning: Oh Goddess Saraswati, my humble prostrations unto Thee, who are the
fulfiller of all wishes. I start my education with salutations to myriad-formed Sarswathi,
the bestower of boons, may she always grant me success! That goddess with eye like
lotuspetals, coloured like the pollens of the lotus, ever residing in the lotus, may she
protect me!

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Prayer before Studying

Gurave Sarwa Lokaanaam, Bhishaje Bhava Roginaam,
Nidhaye Sarwa Vidyanaam, Dakshina Murthiye Namah.
Gyna Namdamayam Devam, Nirmala Spatikaa Krutim,
Aadharam Sarwa Vidyanaam, Haya Grivamu Paasmahe.
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Mantra Puspam
Yopam Puspam Veda Puspavan Prajavan Pasuman Bhavati Candrama Va Apam Puspam
Puspavan, Prajavan Pasuman Bhavati Ya Evam Veda
Meaning: Who ever knows God (the paramatma) as the Flower floating on the water, he
will be deemed as one fulfilled his desires, being blessed with sons and grand children,
getting all his cherished wants satisfied and he gets lot of Cow wealth. He who knows
that BHAGAWAN is like moon in the waters, gets fulfilment, progeny, Cow wealth.
Yo Pamayatanam Veda. Ayatanavan Bhavati. Agnirva Apamayatanam. Ayatanavan
Bhavati Yo Gnerayatanam Veda. Ayatanavan Bhavati. Apova Agnerayatanam,

Ayatanavan Bhavati Ya Evam Veda

Meaning: He whoever enquires about the origin of waters will get a place from where
there will be no return. After due enquiring "Agnerapah" as per the sruti who ever
knows the cause of water as Agni he will get into the place of no return. Again on
further rethinking about the origin of Agni in Avantara Srusti (recreation at the end of
pralaya) "Apova Ida magre salilama seet" as per this Sruti before creation the waters are
responsible for the universe and the person who knows that waters are the cause for the
fire pervading the world will attain a place of no return. Here by stating waters are
originated from fire has become Avantara Srusti and telling that for fire, waters are the
basis is to be known as Avantara Srusti only.
Yo Pamayatanam Veda. Ayatanavan Bhavati
Vayurva Apamayatanam. Ayatanavan Bhavati. Yo Vayorayatanam Veda. Ayatanavan
Bhavati Apo Vai Vayo Rayatanam
Ayatanavan Bhavati Ya Evam Veda
Meaning: "Vayorgnih" As per this illustration of Sruti it is stated that Agni is born our
of Vayu and from Agni water is born. In Maha Srusti for water through Agni air is the
cause and in Avantara Srusti water is mainly the cause for all. Who ever knows this he
is deemed to be absolved of rebirth and attains the Divine hood.
Yo Pamayatanam Veda. Ayatanavan Bhavati Asau Vai Tapannapamayatanam
Ayatanavan Bhavati. Yo Musya Tapata Ayatanam Veda. Ayatanavan Bhavati Apo Va
Amusya Tapata Ayatanam. Ayatanavan Bhavati Ya Evam Veda
Meaning: As per the dictum "Aditya jjayate Vrustih" the rains said to form due to Sun
only. Hence the Sun is the source of waters. Who ever knows in this way he will obtain
the state where he will be absolved of rebirth.
Yo Pamayatanam Veda. Ayatanavan Bhavati Candrama Va Apamayatanam Ayatanavan
Bhavati Yas Candramasa Ayatanam Veda. Ayatanavan Bhavati Apo Vai Candramasa
Ayatanam Ayatanavan Bhavati Ya Evam Veda
Meaning: He who ever knows that the cool rays responsible for the snow fall is related
to the Moon, and Moon is the cause of waters will get into the state from where there
will be no rebirth.
Yo Pamayatanam Veda. Ayatanavan Bhavati Naksatrani Va Apamayatanam Ayatanavan
Bhavati Yo Naksatrana Mayatanam Veda Ayatanavan Bhavati Apo Vai
Naksatranamayatanam Ayatanavan Bhavati Ya Evam Veda
Meaning: Rains start from the month of Mrugasira having Certain stars in this period
and some more stars included in the rains for the period from pushya to visakha as
declared earlier. Stars are the origin for waters. Who ever knows this he will be

absolved from rebirth.

Yo Pamayatanam Veda. Ayatanavan Bhavati Parjanyo Va Apamayatanam. Ayatanavan
Bhavati Yah Parjanyasyayatanam Veda Ayatanavan Bhavati Apo Vai
Parjanyasyayatanam Ayatanavan Bhavati Ya Evam Veda Yo Pamayatanam Veda
Meaning: Rain fall is due to the formation of clouds. Hence Clouds are the cause for
water. These waters due to evaporate the burning of the rays of Sun and forms clouds
and as stated earlier for the cause of water. He who ever knows this will not get rebirth.
Ayatanavan Bhavati Samvatsaro Va Apamayatanam Ayatanavan Bhavati
Yassamvatsarasyayatanam Veda. Ayatanavan Bhavati Apo Vai Samvatsarasya Yatanam.
Ayatanavan Bhavati Ya Evam Veda
Meaning: Having the rains during the rainy season and these rain waters sustains during
the entire year and thus the rains are the basis for the duration of the year. Hence rains
are the cause for the continuation of the year and whoever knows this truth he will
obtain immortality and has no rebirth.
Yo Psu Nanvam Pratisthitam Veda Pratyeva Tisthati.
Meaning: He who ever knows that the boat in the water is stable is deemed to be well
established.
Rajadhirajaya Prasahyasahine. Namo Vayam Vaisravanaya Kurmahe. Sa Me Kaman
Kama Kamaya Mahyam. Kamesvaro Vaisravano Dadtu. Kuberaya Vaisravanaya.
Maharajaya Namah.
Meaning: We salute Vaisravana, the king of kings who takes away the wealth of those
with whom he is not pleased. We pray to Vaisravana, the fulfiller of desire, to grant us
all our desires. We again salute the emperor Vaisravana, who is none but Kubera
himself (the lord of Wealth).
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Mantra for Improving Life

The following mantra can be applied not only for that, but to help improve one's life or
to help secure what your heart desire's. More than just a mantra, it requires a
surrendering of oneself to the Lord.

Ananyaa Shchinta Yanto Maam

Ye Janaah Paryupaasatey
Teshaam Nityaa Bhiyuktaa Naam
Yogakshemam Vahaamyaham
Meaning: To those men who worship Me alone, thinking of no other, of those ever
united, (To those men, ever-united in love, who surrender to Me, after having done their
best) I secure what is not already possessed, and preserve what they already possess
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Shakti - Goddess Parvati

Aum Sarvamangala Mangalye, Shive Sarvatha Saadhike
Sharanye Tryambake Gauri Naaraayani Namostute.
Meaning: Thou are the auspicious Shiva (spouse of Shiva) the bountiful. I Prostrate
myself at they feet. O Tryamnaka (spouse of Tryambaka Shiva who has three eyes).
Gauri (the one with fair yellowish complexion, Parvati), Narayani (the sister of Lord
Narayana). This prayer is to Mother Parvati.
Yaa Kundendhu Tushaara Haara Dhavalaa; Yaa Shubhra VaastranVitha; Yaa
Veena Vara Dhanda, Mandita Kara; Yaa Shweta Padmaasana; Yaa Brahmaa
Achuyut; Shankara, Prabhruti Bhidevih Sada Vanditaa Saa Maam Paatu
Saraswati; Bhagwathi Nisyesha Jaadyaa Pahaa
Meaning: Goddess Saraswati is all white like the kunda flower, the moon, snow, and
pearl. She is dressed in pure White. While two of Her hands play the veena, the two
other hands are poised to give boons, and award punishments as needed. She is seated
on a white lotus. She is ever worshipped by all the celestials including Brahma, Vishnu
and Maheshwara. May Saraswati remove my obstacles and protect me
Srstisthitivinasanam, Saktibhute Sanatani
Gunastraye Gunamaye, Narayani Namostute.
Saranagata-Dinarta, Paritrana-Parayane
Sarvasyarti-Hare Devi, Narayani Namostu Te
Samudra Vasane Devi, Parvata Stana Mandite
Visnu Patnim Namastubhyam, Padasparsa Ksamasva Me

Krpasamudram Sumukham Trinetram Jatadharam Parvativaamabhaagam

Sadsivam Rudram Anantarupam Cidambaresam (Parthipureesam) Hrdi
Bhaavayaami.
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Shaantaakaaram
Shaantaakaaram Bhujagashayanam, Padmanaabham Suresham Vishvaadhaaram
Gagana Sadrisham, Meghavarnam Shubhaangam, Lakshmeekaantam
Kamalanayanam, Yogihriddhyaanagamyam Vande Vishnum Bhavabhayaharam,
Sarvalokaikanaatham
Meaning: I adore Lord Vishnu who is the embodiment of peace, who lies on the Shesha
serpent, whose navel is the source of the Lotus, whose complexion is swarthy like the
clouds, whose body shines with heavenly beauty, who is the beloved of Goddess
Lakshmi, whose eyes are like Lotus, who is meditated upon by the yogis, who is the
remover of the fear of the world-process.
Kailasha Rana Shiva Chandhra Mouli, Phaneendhra Matha Mukutee;
Zaladi Karanya Sindhu, Bhava Dukha, Haavee,
Thuja Veena Shambho Maja Kona Taaree:
Meaning: Oh, Lord Shiva! Who is seated on Mount Kailas, whose forehead is decorated
with the moon and the king of serpents as a crown, who is the Ocean of Mercy and the
remover of delusion, you alone can protect me. We surrender to Thee.
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SadGuru
Omkara Roopinam, Bhakta Janaananda Pradaayinam
Sathya Sayeeshwaram, Vande Sadgurum Karunakaram
Meaning: one who is embodiment of Omkar, who grants bliss to his devotees. Welcome
O Graceful Sadguru Lord Sathya Sai.

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Guru Vandana
Guru Brahma Gurur Vishnu, Guru Devo Maheshwaraha
Guru Saakshat Para Brahma, Tasmai Sree Gurave Namaha
Meaning: Guru is verily the representative of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. He creates,
sustains knowledge and destroys the weeds of ignorance. I salute such a Guru.
Akhanda Mandalaakaaram, Vyaaptam Yenam charaacharam
Tatpadam Darshitam Yena, Tasmai Sri Gurave Namaha.
Meaning: Guru can guide us to the supreme knowledge of THAT which pervades all the
living and non-living beings in the entire Universe (namely Brahman). I salute such a
Guru.
Agnyaana Timiraandhasya, Gnyaana Anjana Shalaakayaa
Chakshuhu Unmeelitam Yenam, Tasmai Sri Gurave Namaha.
Meaning: A Guru can save us from the pangs of ignorance (darkness) by applying to us
the balm of knowledge or awareness of the Supreme, I salute such a Guru.
Sthaavaram Jangamam Vyaaptam, Yatkinchit Sacharaa Charam
Tatpadam Darshitam Yena, Tasmai Sri Gurave Namaha.
Meaning: That Guru who can enlighten us about the all-pervading consciousness
present in all the three world or states (of Jaagrath, Swapna and Sushupti ... activity,
dream and deep sleep state), I salute such a Guru.
Chinmayam Vyaapi Yatsarvam, Trailokya Sacharaa Charam
Tatpadam Darshitam Yena, Tasmai Sri Gurave Namaha.
Meaning: That revered Master who directs my attention to the ONE divinity existing in
all that is inert (immobile) as well as that which is active (mobile), I salute such a Guru.
Sarva Sruti Shiroratna, Viraajita Padambujaha
Vedaantaambuja Sooryo Yah, Tasmai Sri Gurave Namaha.
Meaning: That Guru who is the ocean of the Srutis (Vedas), the Sun of knowledge (who

can destroy our ignorance with these rays), I salute such a Guru.
Chaitanyah Shaashwatah Shaantho, Vyomaateeto Niranjanaha
Bindu Naada Kalaateetaha, Tasmai Sri Gurave Namaha.
Meaning: That Guru who is the representative of the unchangeable, ever present,
peaceful spirit, who is one pointed and beyond the realm of space and time, whose
vision is always enchanting, I salute such a Guru.
Gnyaana Shakti Samaaroodah, Tatwa Maalaa Vibhooshitaha
Bhukti Mukti Pradaaneyna, Tasmai Sri Gurave Namaha.
Meaning: The one who is an ocean of knowledge, who is always in Yoga (in unison
With God) who is adorned by the knowledge of the God principle, the One Who can
liberate us from this mundane existence, I salute such a Guru.
Aneka Janma Sampraapta, Karma Bandha Vidaahine
Atma Gnyaana Pradaaneyna, Tasmai Sri Gurave Namaha.
Meaning: The one who can help us free from the chain of karma accumulated over
several lives, by teaching us the knowledge of the self (Atma Gnyaana), I salute such a
Guru.
Shoshanam Bhava Sindhoscha, Gnyaapanam Saarasampadaha
Guror Padodakam Samyak, Tasmai Sri Gurave Namaha.
Meaning: The one who can help us cross this ocean of life, the one who can reveal to us
the Divine, I adore his Paadukaas (hold on to his feet), I salute such a Guru.
Na Guror Adhikam Tatwam, Na Guror Adhikam Tapaha
Tatwa Gnyaanaat Param Naasti, Tasmai Sri Gurave Namaha.
Meaning: There no greater principle than the Guru; there is no greater penance than the
Guru; There is no greater knowledge than meditation on such a Guru. I salute such a
Guru.
Mannaathah Sri Jaganaatho, Madguruhu Sri Jagad Guruhu
Madh Atma Sarva Bhootaatma, Tasmai Sri Gurave Namaha.
Meaning: The Lord of the world is my Lord and the Guru of the World is my Guru, the
SELF in me is the same which is present in all (the same divinity inherent in all beings).
I salute such a Guru (who gives me this insight).
Guroraadi Anaadischa, Guruh Parama Daivatam

Guroh Parataram Naasti, Tasmai Sri Gurave Namaha.

Meaning: The Guru has neither beginning nor end; the Guru is the ultimate God (in the
visible form). There is nothing beyond this Guru principle, and I salute such a Guru.
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Shri Mahalakshmi Ashtakam

Namasthethu Mahaamaye Shripeede Surapujithe
Shankachakra Gadha Hasthe Mahalakshmi Namosthu The
Meaning: O Mahaamaya, abode of fortune who art worshipped by the Devas, I salute
Thee: O MahaaLaxmi, wielder of conch, disc and mace, obeisance to Thee.
Namasthe Garudaa Rude Kolaasura Bhayankari
Sarva Paapa Hare Devi Mahalakshmi Namosthu The
Meaning: My salutations to Thee, Who rides the Garuda, And art a terror to Asura
Kola:O Devi MahaaLaxmi remover of all miseries, My obeisance to Thee.
Sarvajne Sarvavarade Sarvadhushtha Bhayankari
Sarvadhukka Hare Devi Mahalakshmi Namosthu The
Meaning: O Devi Maha-Lakshmi who knowest all, Giver of all boons, A terror to all the
wicked, Remover of all sorrow, Obeisance to Thee.
Siddhi Buddhi Pradha Devi Bhukti Mukthi Pradaayini
Mantramoorthe Sadha Devi Mahalakshmi Namosthu The
Meaning: O Devi, Giver of Intelligence and Success, And of worldly enjoyment and
liberation, Thou hast always the mystic symbols As Thy form, O Maha-Lakshmi,
obeisance to Thee.
Aadhyantharahithe Devi Aadhyashakthi Maheshwari
Yogaje Yogasambhoothe Mahalakshmi Namosthu The
Meaning: O Devi, Maheshwari, without a beginning or an end, O Primeval Energy,
Born of Yoga, O Maha-Lakshmi, obeisance to Thee.
Sthula Saokshma Mahaaroudre Mahashakti Mahodare

Mahaapaapahare Devi Mahalakshmi Namosthu The

Meaning: O Maha-Lakshmi who art both gross and subtle, Most terrible, great Power,
great prosperity, And great Remover of all sins, obeisance to Thee.
Padmaasanasthithe Devi Parabrahmaswarupini
Parameswari Jaganmaatha Mahalakshmi Namosthu The
Meaning: O Devi, seated on the Lotus, who art the Supreme Brahman, the great Lord
and Mother of the Universe, O Maha-Lakshmi, obeisance to Thee.
Swethaambaradhare Devi Nanaalankaarabhooshithe
Jagasthathe Jaganmaatha Mahalakshmi Namosthu The
Meaning: O Devi, robed in white garments, and decked with various kinds of
ornaments, Thou art the Mother of the Universe, O Maha-Lakshmi, and Obeisance to
Thee.
Mahalakshmiashtakam Sthothram Yah Patethe Bhaktimaannarah
Sarvasiddhi Mavaapnothi Raajyam Praapnothi Sarvadha
Meaning: Whoever with devotion reads this Hymn to Maha-Lakshmi once a day,
composed in 8 stanzas, attains all success through the Grace of Maha-Lakshmi
Ekakaale Patenithyam Mahaapaapavinaashanam
Dvikaalam Yeh Patenithyam Dhana Dhaanya Samanvithaha
Meaning: Whoever reads this Hymn at least once a day will have all their sins
destroyed; those who recite it twice will be blessed with wealth & prosperity.
Trikaalam Yeha Patenithyam Mahashatruvinashanam
Mahalakshmir Bhavenityam Prasanna Varade Shuba
Meaning: Whoever remembers Maha-Lakshmi through out the day, will have all their
enemies' destroyed. They will be always be blessed by the Goddess Maha-Lakshmi
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Abundance and Affluence

To get the blessings of MAA - MAHA-LAKSHMI chant the following thrice a day, and

watch abundance and affluence surge into your life. Many lives have changed; many
fortunes have been made overnight, as the "mantra" recital has been rewarded with the
blessings of the Goddess of wealth, through a shower of wealth and riches. (Recite
this thrice)
Om Shreem Heem Shreem Kamle Kamalalaye
Praseed Praseed, Shreem Heem Shreem
Om Maha-Lakshmi Devyai Namaye
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Saanti Mantram (Prayer for Peace)

Aum Dyauh Shantirantariksam
Santih Prithivi Santi Rapah
Santirosadhayah Santih Vanaspataya
Santivishve devah Santi Brahma
Santih Sarvam Santih Santireva
Santih Saama Santihredhi
Aum Shanti Shanti Shantihi
Meaning:Lord of the Pranava, may there be peace in heaven. May there be peace in the
sky. May there be peace on earth. May there be peace in the water. May there be peace
in the plants. May there be peace in the trees. May there be peace in the Gods. May
there be peace in Brahman. May there be peace in all. May that peace, real peace, be
mine?
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Mangalaarati
Om Jai Jagadeesha Hare, Swami Sathya Sai Hare,
Bhakta Jana Samrakshaka,
Parthi Maheshwara, Om Jai Jagadeesha Hare
Meaning: O Lord of the world! O Hare, destroyer of our ignorance and distress; O Lord
Sathya Sai, you are the protector of the devotees. You have manifested yourself in

Parthi as the Supreme Lord of the Universe. Victory unto you!

Sashivadana Shreekaraa Sarva Pranapathe,
Swami Sarva Pranapathe, Aashrita Kalpalatheeka
Aapath Baandhava, Om Jai Jagadeesha Hare
Meaning: You have the sweet, calm, tranquil face of the Moon. You are the life breath
and the indweller beloved of all people. To those who surrender to you, you are the
Divine wish fulfiller and the saviour of the distressed in need Victory to Lord of the
Universe!
Mata Pita Guru Daivamu, Mari Anthayu Neeve,
Swami Mari Anthayu Neeve,
Nada Brahma Jagannatha, Naagendra Shayanaa,
Om Jai Jagadeesha Hare
Meaning: O Lord! You are Eternal Mother, Father, Teacher, God and everything to us.
Supreme Lord of Parthi, Lord of Harmony, Lord of the Universe, and one who reclines
on the Divine Serpent, Victory unto you!
Omkara Roopa Om Jai, Siva Sai Mahadeva,
Sathya Sai Mahadeva, Mangala Aarati Anduko,
Mandara Giridhari, Om Jai Jagadeesha Hare
Meaning: You are the form of OM, the radiant one. You are Sathya Sai Mahadeva, Oh
Lord Vishnu bearer of the Mandara Mountain in one of your incarnations; accept this
auspicious Aarti (Waving of the lamp or Camphor Flame).
Narayana Narayana Om Sathya Narayana,
Narayana Narayana Om, Narayana Narayana Om Sathya,
Narayana Narayana Om Sathya, Narayana Narayana Om,
Om Jai Sadguru Deva
Meaning: Lord Narayana! Sathya Narayana spiritual guide and Lord. Victory unto You!
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Om Asatho Maa
Asatho Maa Sad Gamaya
Tamaso Maa Jyothir Gamaya

Mrithyor Maa Amritham Gamaya

Om Shaanti Shaanti Shaantih
Meaning: O Lord please lead me from the unreal to the real. Lead me from darkness to
light i.e., ignorance to knowledge, Lead me from death to immortality. May there be
peace, peace and perfect peace everywhere.
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Forgiveness Prayer
Karacharana Kridham Vaa Kaayajam Karmajam Vaa
Shravana Nayanajam Vaa Maanasam Vaa Aparaadham
Vihitam Avihitam Vaa Sarvamedha Kshamasvaa
Jaya Jaya Karunaanidhe,
Shree Sai Deva Shambho(3)
Meaning: O Great Lord, today I might have committed many mistakes through my
hands, legs, ears, eyes, or thoughts. For whatever mistakes I have committed, by my
action or inaction, O Auspicious One, Ocean of Compassion, please forgive me.
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Kshamaa Prarthana (Forgiveness)

Yadaksara Padabhrastam
Matrahinam Tu Yad Bhavet
Tat Sarvam Kshamyatam Deva
Narayana Namostu te
Meaning: Prostrations to you, Lord Narayana. Forgive me for all the defects in Letter or
phrase and for any phonetic aberration that may have occurred (in my chanting)
Visarga Bindhu Matrani
Padapadaksha Rani Ca
Nyunani Chatirikthani
Ksamasva Sai Eshwara

Meaning: Forgive me, O Sai Eshware for any defect in (my) pronunciation (of Visarga
(;), Bindu or intonation of alphabet, word or phrase and any mistake.
Aparadha Sahasrani
Kriyante Harnisam Maya
Dasoyamiti Mam Matva
Ksamasva Sai Eshwara
Meaning: O Sai Eshwara, considering me as your servant, forgive the thousands of
errors committed by me day in and day out.
Anyatha Sharanam Nasthi
Thvameva Sharanam Mama
Tasmaat Kaarunya Bhavena
Raksha Raksha Sai Eeshwara
Meaning: You are my only refuge for there is none else. Therefore, O Sai Eshwara,
protect me compassionately.
Harehi Om Tat Sat Sri Sai Eeshwara Arpanamastu.
Meaning: May this be an offereing to Sree Sai Eshwara.
Loka Samasta Sukhino Bhavantu, nine times.
Meaning: May all people of the world be happy, you are praying for the welfare, Wealth
and Health of all.
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Vibhuti Mantra
Paramum Pavitram Baba Vibhootim
Paramum Vichitram Leelaa Vibhootim
Param Aartha Ishthaartha Moksha Pradaatam
Baba Vibhootim Idhamaasrayaami
Meaning: I take refuge in the supremely sacred Vibhuti of Lord Sai Baba, Sacred and
wonderful Vibhuthi, which bestows salvation, the sacred state which I desire to attain.

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English version of Vibhuti Mantra:

Sacred Ash, Miraculous, Baba's Creation, Flowing From His Blessed Hand, Holy
Creation, Granting Us The Greatest Wealth, God's Divine Protection, Beloved Baba,
Grant Us Liberation.
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Samarpanam
Kaayena Vaachaa Manasendri Yairvaa
Budhyaatmanaavaa Prakrite Svabhaavaat
Karomi Yadyad Sakalam Parasmai
Sriman Naaraayanaayeti Samarpayami
Meaning: By body, speech, mind, senses, intellect, Atma or natural tendency, whatever
actions I perform-all these I dedicate unto Thee, Supreme Lord Narayana.
Mangalam Guru Devaaya, Mangalam Gyana Dayeene,
Mangalam Parthi Vasaaya, Mangalam Sathya Saine
Meaning: May the Devine Guru be auspicious to us; May the Bestower of wisdom be
auspicious to us: May the Lord, who manifested in Parthi be auspicious to us; May
Bhagawan Sathya Sai Baba be auspicious to us.
When you are ready; you take deep breath and start humming, chanting quietly in one
tune and tone the " OM SAI RAM" mantra a few times and then you take -off: ALL
These MANTRAS can be recited 3, 9 to 108 Times.
HERE IF YOU PREFER TO DO THE 108 NAMES, THE ASTOTTARA SHATHA
NAAMAAVALI you can do if you have time or mental practice you could also do a
recitation or chanting or singing of a few selected stotras, mantras you like or
BHAJANS you know. After a brief break for mental peaceful silent mediation. You
inhale deeply and SAY THREE TIMES, SHANTI SHANTI SHANTI .
SOHAM SOHAM SOHAM (I am That)

OM BHAGAWAN SRI SATHYA SAI BABAYE NAMAH.

OM NAMO BHAGAVATE VASUDEVAYA NAMAH.
OM NAMAH SHIVAYA.
OM NAMO NARAYANAYA.
OM SRI SATHYA SAI GANESHAYE NAMAH.
OM NAMO NAMAH SRI SATHYA SAI NARAYANAYE NAMAH.
OM NAMO NAMAH SRI SIVA-SHAKTHI SWROOPAYE NAMAH.
OM SRI SATHYA SAI KRISHNAYE NAMAH.
OM SRI SATHYA SAI AARTHA THRAANA PARAAYANAAYE NAMAH.
OM SRI SATHYA SAI SARVA AADHARAAYA NAMAH.
OM SRI SATHYA SAI BHAKTHA PRAADEENAYE NAMAH.
OM SRI SATHYA SAI AARTHI HARAAYAE NAMAH
OM NARAYANAYA NAMAH.
OM MADHAVAYA NAMAH.
OM SAI NATHYA NAMAH.
HARE KRISHNA HARE KRISHNA KRISHNA KRISHNA HARE HARE, HARE
RAMA HARE RAMA RAMA RAMA HARE HARE.
HARE OM
OM KESAVAYA NAMAHA
OM PARASHAKTYAI NAMAHA
OM SHIVASHAKTYAIKYA RUPINYAI NAMAHA
OM SRI RAM JAYA RAM JAYA JAYA RAM
OM KRING KALIKAYAI NAMAH
OM GAM GANADHIPATHAYE NAMAHA.
OM SARVAGHNAA SARVA DEVATA SWROOPA AAVTARRAYE NAMAH
OM SATHYA DHARMA SHANTI PREMA AVTAARAYE NAMAH
OM SATHYAM, SHIVAM, SUNDERUM, AVATAAYAE NAMAH
OM SRI SAI BHAGAWAN SRI SHRIDI SAINAATHYE NAMAH
OM SRI SAI BHAGAWAN SRI SATHYA SAI BABAYE NAMAH
OM SRI SAI BHAGAWAN SRI PREMA SAI BABAYE NAMAH
OM SHANTI SHANTI SHANTIHI.
JAI SAI RAM
KLEEM KRISHNAYA GOVINDAYA GOPIJANAVALLABHAYA SWAHA
OM AYIM SRIM HRIM SARASVATI DEVYAI NAMAHA.
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Sarve Vandanam - Invocation or Vasudeva Kutumbakam

Om Sarvey Shaam Svastir Bhavathu
Sarvey Shaam Shaantir Bhavathu

Sarvey Shaam Poornam Bhavathu

Sarvey Shaam Mangalam Bhavathu
Meaning: May Good befall all May there be peace for all May all be fit for perfection,
and May all experience that which is auspicious
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Sarve Bhavanthu
Om Sarvey Bhavanthu Sukhinaha
Sarvey Santhu Niramayah
Sarve Bhadrani Pashyanthu
Maa Kashchith Dhukh Bhaak Bhaveth
Meaning: May all be happy. May all be healthy. May all experience what is good and
let no one suffer.
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Food Prayer's
Brahmarpanam Brahma Havir
Brahmagnou Brahmanahutam
Brahmaiva Thena Ganthavyam
Brahma Karma Samadhina.
Meaning: [This is 24th verse from the 4th chapter of Bhagavad-Gita] The act of
offering is Brahman. The offering itself is Brahman. The offering is done by Brahman
in the sacred fire which is Brahman. He alone attains Brahman who, in all actions, is
fully absorbed in Brahman. (As we chant this prayer we are offering the different types
of food to Brahman).
Observe Sathya Vratam (vow of truth). Only then can you have the vision of
Sarveswara Lord of the universe). You can purify yourself through prayer. Wisdom will
dawn on you through prayer and that prayer is No other spiritual practice is
required.From Swamis discourse 23th Nov 2002 Before partaking of food, chant the

sacred Mantra. Then no unsacredness would enter your heart.

Annam Brahma; Raso Vishnuhu; Bhokta Devo Maheswarah
(food is Brahma; the essence is Vishnu; the one who partakes it is Maheswara).
Aham Vaishvaanaro Bhutva
Praaninaam Dehamaashritha
Praanaapaana Samaa Yuktaha
Pachaamyannam Chatur Vidam.
Meaning: [This is 14th verse from the 15th chapter of Bhagavad-Gita] This sloka is a
sort of acknowledgement and assurance to us from Brahman. "I am Vaishnavara,
existing as fire God in the bodies of living beings. Being associated with ingoing
(prana) and outgoing (apaana) life breaths, I will digest all the four different types of
food (that which we bite and chew; that which we masticate with the tongue; those
which we gulp; that which we swallow) and purify them."
Harer Daatha Harer Bhoktha
Harer Annam Prajaapatih
Harer Vipra Shareerastu
Bhoonkte Bhojayathe Hareh.
Meaning: Oh Lord Hare, You are the food, You are the enjoyer of the food, You are the
giver of food. Therefore, I offer all that I consume at Thy Lotus Feet.
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Trisandhya - Evening Puja

Shivam Bhavatu Kalyanam Aayurarogyavardhanam
Mama Dukha Vinashaya Sandhyadipam Namo Namah
At sunset, a lamp filled with clarified butter or any vegetable oil should be lit. Everyone
in the household should gather before the lamp to sing hymns and meditate.
Karpur Gauram Karunaa Avataaram,
Sansaar Saaram Bhujgendra Haaram,
Sadaa Vasantam Hridayaarvinde,
Bhavam Bhavaani Sahitam Namaami
Meaning: I bow to that camphor-hued, white complexioned (Lord Shiva), who is

Incarnation of compassion, who is the very essence of (consciousness; the knowing

principle) of life (of the embodied soul); Who wears snakes as garlands, whose eternal
abode is in the heart of the devotee, I bow to Him (Lord Shiva) and His consort
Bhavani (Uma or Paarvati). Karpur (camphor-hued); Gauram (white); Karunaa
(compassion); Avataaram (incarnation); Sansaar (life of the embodied soul); Saaram
(essence, the knowing principle or consciousness); Bhujagendra (wearer of snakes or
who wields theSerpent power of Kundalini Shakti); Haaram (garlands); Sadaa (eternal);
Vasantam (resides); Hridayaarvinde (in the heart of the devotee);Bhavam (Lord Shiva);
Bhavaani (Uma or Paarvati); Sahitam (together); Namaami (I bow).
O lord, the tasks of this day, who burden I placed on you this morning, are over. It was
you who made me walk, talk, think and act. I therefore place at your feet all my
thoughts, words and deeds. My task is done. Receive me; I am coming back to you.
Please repair my body and prepare me nicely for my next days journey.
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Prayer to drive away bad dreams

Raamam Skandham Hanumamtam,
Vainateyam Nrukoo Daram, Shayane Yah Smare Nnityam,
Duswapnam Tasya Nashyati
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Leaving the House Prayer

Yasshivo Nama Rupaabhyam Yadeve Sarwa Mangala,
Tayoh Samsma Ranaate Pumsaam Sarwato Jaya Mangalam,
Laabha Sthesham Jaya Sthesham Kuta Sthesham Paraa Bhavah,
Yesha Mimdee Varashyave Hrudayasthu Janaardhanh.
Namah Arhadbhyah Namah Siddhebhyah, Namah Aacharyebhyah.
Namah Upadhyayebhyah: Namo Loke Sarva Sadhubyah.
Meaning: Hail to the good men, Hail to the sages, hail to the acharyas, Hail to the

teachers: Hail to all great men of the world.

Jaya Viitaraaga; Jagadguro, Bhavatu Mama Tava Prabhavato Bhagawan Bhavanirvedah
Marganusarita Ishtaphalasiddhih.
Meaning: Oh desireless, Oh, Jagadguru, Oh Lord, by your blessings, let me be detached
from the worldly life, follow the path to salvation and achieve the desired goal.
Poorvam Raamatapovanaadigamanam Hatwaa Mrigam Kanchanam Vaidheeharanam
Jataayumaranam Sugreevasambhashanam, Valinirdalanam Samudrataranam
Lankaapureedaahanam, Paschadraavana Kumbhakarn Hananam Etad Hi Ramayanam.
Meaning: Lord Rama went to the forest in order to fulfil the promise his father had
given to one of his wives (Kaikeyi). In the forest, Sita was attracted by the golden deer
and Rama went hunting it. At that time, the wicked Ravana kidnapped Sita. Jatayu tried
to defend Sita and save her, but was killed by Ravana. Lord Rama then befriended
Surgriva and killed Vaili, the unrighteous. He crossed the ocean and entered the city of
Lanka. He then destroyed the city of Lanka, killed the wicked demons Ravana and
Kumbhakarna and set Sita Free.
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Paduka Prayer
Om SRI SAI PAADAM PAADAM
Salutations to the feet of Lord SAI.
Bhakta Janaavali Sevita Paadam
Ashta Aishwariya Pradaayaka Paadam
Ashta Daridra Vinaashaka Paadam
Tad Pranamaami Sadaa Sai Paadam.
Meaning: Salutations to the most holy Feet of our beloved Lord Sai, Whom the
assemblage of devotees worships, bestows eight types of wealth and removes eight
types of poverty.
Hrida Mana Chandana Chakchitta Paadam
Utpala Maala Shushobhita Paadam
Bhee Kara Paapa Prashamana Paadam
Tad Pranamaami Sadaa Sai Paadam.

Meaning: Who is fragrant like sandalwood to the heart, mind and awareness; adored
with the garland of flowers and also soothes the effects of sin.
Kaashaayaambara Dhaarita Paadam
Divya Ke Jo Viraajita Paadam
Naama Roopa Vivarchita Paadam
Tad Pranamaami Sadaa Sai Paadam.
Meaning: Who wears the ochre robes; who is glorious and divine and abandons name
and form.
Dina Mani Mandala Bhaasita Paadam
Yukti Vivardhana Kaarana Paadam
Muni Jana Hridaya Nivaasita Paadam
Tad Pranamaami Sadaa Sai Paadam.
Meaning: Who revealed the jewel of the Vedas, causes the acquisition of skills and
dwells in the hearts of the saints and sages.
Vidyaalaya Sthaapita Paadam
Vaidyalaya Nirmita Paadam
Akshaya Vaari Pradaayaka Paadam
Tad Pranamaami Sadaa Sai Paadam.
Meaning: Who erects schools; builts hospitals and who bestows the eternal water of
life.
Shushti Samudbhava Kaarana Paadam
Sarvo Padrava Naashana Paadam
Loka Shaanti Pradaayaka Paadam
Tad Pranamaami Sadaa Sai Paadam.
Meaning: Who dries up the ocean of mundane existence, destroys all fetters and
bestows world peace.
Indriya Darpa Vinaashana Paadam
Sarva Matta Sammaanita Paadam
Parama Gurum Paramaatmaa Kaa Paadam
Tad Pranamaami Sadaa Sai Paadam.
Meaning: Who removes the arrogance of the senses, honours all faiths and is the
supreme Preceptor of Consciousness.
Sarva Vyaapita Chinmaya Paadam
Atma Tattwa Prabodhaka Paadam

Samsaara Aarnava Taaraka Paadam

Tad Pranamaami Sadaa Sai Paadam.
Meaning: Who is omnipresent and almighty, reveals the essence of Atma and frees one
from the cycle of birth and death.
Sivaya, Sivaya, Sivabadraya,
Sivanamaya, Sivamangalaya,
Sivaprasada, Praptirasthu
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Some Prayers to the Lord.

Swami we Love you, we Want you, and we Deserve you.
Baba we Love you, we Want you, and we Deserve you.
If you wish you can write one of the above line 33 times each day, this will help you in
your spiritual progress, with concentration.
Jai Sai Ram, Jai Sai Ram, Jai Sai Ram, Jai Rama, Jai Ambe, Jai Guruji, Jai Yesu, Jai
Allah Jai Maa, Jai Matha, Jai Shiva, Jai Shakti,Jai Durga, Jai Laxmi, Jai Kali, Jai Lalita,
Jai Rajarama, Jai Rajarama
Om Sri Sai Koti Koti Koti Pranaam
Om Sri Sai Koti Koti Koti Pranaam
Om Sri Sai Koti Koti Koti Pranaam
O BHAGAWAN I rise now from the womb of slumber. Before I plunge into the day's
routine, let me decide here and now that whatever will be done by me shall all be for
Thee, the indweller of my Heart and the Lord of the Whole Universe All that I talk, all
that I think, plan and aspire, all that I do and all that I offer as ablutions in the sacrificial
fire - let them all be pure and sinless Let me not do anything, which would inflict pain
on others; and likewise, let not anyone else inflict pain on me. Oh Lord be kind and
protect me thus
O Lord Take my life and let it be consecrated to thee
Take my love and let it flow in fullness of devotion to Thee
Take my heart and let it be filled with overflowing love for Thee
Take my hands and let them work incessantly for Thee
Take my soul and let it be merged in one with Thee
Take my body and let it be in devotion dedicated to Thee

Take everything of mine and let me be an instrument to work

O Lord Swami, I pray that I'll be an instrument in Thy Hands. I am only an instrument
in Your hand, BHAGAWAN. I do not take credit for anything. I submit this life unto
Thy Hands, My Lord.
O Lord, I submit my life unto Your Hands as an instrument for the fulfilment of your
mission, O God Make use of me. Thy will be done of Earth as it is in Heaven.
I am much pleased with your darshan. Ever be kind and merciful to me and protect me
always. There is no other God to me in this world except Your Feet. Let my mind be
ever rapt in Your Bhajan and Feet. Let your grace protect me from the miseries of the
world and let me ever chant your name and be happy.
Oh Lord, because of You, Your Ichcha Shakthi (Will Power), Jnana Shakthi (Spiritual
Knowledge Power) and Kriya Shakthi (Action Power) I can get this name and fame.
Hence I offer everything at your holy feet. Please forgive me, lead me, guide me
forever. I am always yours, kindly never forsake me. I Shall not die but live and declare
the works of our beloved lord.
Dena Bandoo Dena Nath Meri Dori Theera Hath. Oh Sai Maa, Dhaya Karo, Kirpa
Karo, Raksha Karo, Shama Karo. Raahem Karo Baba.
"Oh BHAGAWAN I offer the fruits of my labour. I offer the results and the rewards of
my endeavour and all my pursuits. Let them be pleasing unto You Let them be
acceptable to You."
O Lord let my Sight See what is good (Samyak Drishti)
O Lord let my Ears Hear what is good (Samyak Sravanam)
O Lord let my Tongue Speak what is good (Samyak Vak)
O Lord let my Thoughts be good (Samyak Bhavam)
O Lord let my Scenes be good (Samyak Kriya)
O Lord let my Actions be good (Samyak Karma)
Do not forsake us Swami in our hour of need.
Swami I belong to You, I will never forsake you, Swami I offer to you 5 panchedriyas
of perception (eyes, ears, nose, tongue, skin); 3 jnanedriyas of contemplation mind
(manas), will (buddhi), intellect (chitta), 4 karmendriyas of action (2 hands, 2 legs),
Please accept them with my humble salutations
Swami I also surrender control of '9 foes' lust (kama), anger (krodha), greed (lobha),
passion (moha), pride (mada), jealousy (matsara), egoism (ahankara), egotism
(mamakara) and suspicion (samshaya). I bow down and submit my body, mind and all
my possessions at you lotus feet.

O Hridayanivasa Sai- Please come to my rescue wherever you are residing Excuse Me,
Forgive Me, Lead Me, Guide Me, Grace Me, have Pity on me Lord. Pardon me for my
mistakes. Please God let me not repeat my mistakes again. Please correct my character,
so that I am always worthy of your Grace. I give you power of attorney; henceforth you
are responsible for me. Always keep me with You and grant me Bhakthi, Viveka
(discrimination), Jnaana and faith so that I may never forget you, please rescue me,
keep me at Your lotus feet always.
O Mother, take my sins and take my merits, grant that I may have pure bhakti. Take my
knowledge and take my ignorance grant me pure bhakti. Here is my purity and here is
my impurity, grant me pure bhakti. Take my dharma (righteousness) and take my
adharma (unrighteousness), grant me pure bhakti.
Swami who so ever tries to cause Me Harm, Hurt or Pain through, Thoughts Words or
Action Please Forgive Them.
There should not be inferiority complex and feed the mind always with positive
suggestions viz., 'OM I will always Win!', 'OM I will not fail in this life', 'OM I am a
Winner, OM I am going for Win Win Win, 'OM I will see and seek God', 'OM I have
infinite power within' Om I am Healtly and Wealthy. etc. Always encourage your
conscience with these positive ideas and eliminate any fear and phobia. See your
Chosen Deity in all and consider your work as worship.
Thasmai Namah Karmane
Offer your prayers to the God of action so that He makes us perform noble deeds that
are beneficial for one and all and lead to world Peace.
It is very rare that the God reveals His views. But, once Swami expresses His views we
should follow it without any questioning attitude.
Jai Bolo Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba Ji Ki Jai
Jai Bolo Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba Ji Ki Jai
Jai Bolo Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba Ji Ki Jai
Hare Om Tat Sat, Hare Om Tat Sat, Hare Om Tat Sat
And finally we should never forget to Thank Swami.
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Shri Sunil Babbar

Shri Sunil Babbar, Nairobi-born who presently lives in the U.K. was inspired to compile
and publish this ' Shiva Book Of Prayers ' by Shri Ajit Popat, a very pious man who
spiritually led him out of a downturn in his life. The book was published in February
2003 with the blessings of Shri Satya Sai Baba. Shri Babbar urges all brothers and
sisters to seek and know God, look within and find the hidden Ananda
( bliss ).