Also known as: Guru Yogeshwar, Lord of Gurus, Divine Teacher
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Origin & Tradition
About this mantra
Mantra for Guru Yogeshwar, the lord of gurus and the divine teacher. Chanted for the blessings of the guru, for the guidance on the spiritual path, and for the realization of the divine within.
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The Sacred Sound
Mantra in Sanskrit
ॐ गुरु योगेश्वराय नमः
Oṁ guru yogeśvarāya namaḥ
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Meaning & Word Analysis
What the words convey
Salutations to the divine teacher, the lord of yogis.
Oṁ
Primordial cosmic sound.
guru
Teacher, dispeller of darkness.
yogeśvarāya
To the lord of yogis (dative case).
namaḥ
Salutation, bowing.
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Benefits & Purpose
Why this mantra is chanted
Spiritual guidance
Attracts the blessings of the guru for progress on the path.
Wisdom
Enhances clarity and understanding of spiritual teachings.
Meditation
Deepens meditation and yogic practices.
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How to Chant
Method & traditional guidance
Count
108 daily
Best time
Brahma muhūrta or Thursday morning
Facing
East or North
Posture
Sukhāsana with japa-mālā
Duration
40 days for visible effect
Notes
Best chanted with devotion and focus on the guru principle.
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Sources
Where this mantra appears
Guru Gita
Contains various guru mantras and praises.
c. 12th C
Tantras
Tantric texts often include guru yogeshwar mantras.