INDIAN HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The Gāyatrī Mantra, also known as the Sāvitri Mantra, is a highly revered mantra from the Rig Veda (Mandala 3. 62.10), dedicated to the Vedic deity Savitr. Gāyatrī is the name of the Goddess of the Vedic meter in which the verse is composed.

Detailed explanation-2: -The meaning of the Gayatri Mantra. A general translation of the mantra is: O Divine mother, may your pure divine light illuminate all realms (physical, mental and spiritual) of our being. Please expel any darkness from our hearts and bestow upon us the true knowledge.

Detailed explanation-3: -Tat Savitur Varenyam. Tat – The literal meaning is ‘that’ and defines the third person, final truth, Savitur – derived from Savita another name of God, starting place of all, Varenyam – our acceptance of God, a God who is fit to be worshipped.

Detailed explanation-4: -The third Mandal of Rigveda contains the Gayatri Mantra which was compiled in the praise of sun god Savitri. It was composed by sage Vishwamitra.

Detailed explanation-5: -Om Bhur Bhuvaḥ Suvaha. Tat-savitur Vareñyaṃ Bhargo Devasya Dheemahi. Dhiyo Yonaḥ Prachodayāt. General meaning: We meditate on that most adored Supreme Lord, the creator, whose effulgence (divine light) illumines all realms (physical, mental and spiritual).