25 February 2008

Peace Mantra

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Peace Mantra is nothing but its "Shanti Mantra". This mantra is recited at the beginning and at the end of the rituals. This mantra calms the mind of the reciter.

asatomaaP
Aum sahanaavavatu; May we be protected together.
Sahanau bhunaktu; May we be nourished together.
Saha viiryan karavaavahai; May we work together with great vigor.
Tejasvi naavadhiitamastu; May our study be enlightening
Maa vidvishhaavahai; May no obstacle arise between us.
ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः
Aum shaantih shaantih shaantih
Aum peace, peace, peace.
Yajurveda Taittiriya Upanishad 2.2.2

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