Gāyatrī Homam / Havan

For clarity of mind and purification

Purpose: offerings with the Gāyatrī mantra, praying for a clear, inspired mind. It is one of the most popular family and community havans in North India, and a common way to mark birthdays, exams, new beginnings or any auspicious day.

Main mantra (Ṛgveda 3.62.10): “oṃ bhūr bhuvaḥ svaḥ, tat savitur vareṇyaṃ, bhargo devasya dhīmahi, dhiyo yo naḥ pracodayāt — svāhā.” Commonly 11, 27 or 108 offerings. It is easily done by the family itself.

Self · 11 / 27 / 108 offerings

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