Durga Gayatri
दुर्गा गायत्री
What is Durga Gayatri?
Prayer to Durga for enlightened guidance. Girija and Shivapriya are names in the supplied Durga Gayatri. Its exact reading should be checked within the tradition used for formal recitation.
ॐ गिरिजायै च विद्महे शिवप्रियायै च धीमहि। तन्नो दुर्गा प्रचोदयात्॥
Transliteration & pronunciation
Om girijāyai ca vidmahe śivapriyāyai ca dhīmahi | tanno durgā pracodayāt ||
Om girijaayai ca vidmahe shivapriyaayai ca dheemahi · tanno durgaa pracodayaat ·
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Meaning in English
Prayer to Durga for enlightened guidance.
हिन्दी अर्थ
माता दुर्गा से शक्ति और सही दिशा की प्रार्थना।
Traditional context
Girija and Shivapriya are names in the supplied Durga Gayatri. Its exact reading should be checked within the tradition used for formal recitation.
How can I begin?
You may read quietly or listen when recitation feels difficult. Keep real-world safety measures in place. If fear disrupts daily life, consider qualified support alongside your chosen prayer.
Choose a clean, comfortable place. Read the meaning and learn the words slowly. For general remembrance, there is no count, mala or fixed time imposed here. Learn formal vows within your own tradition.
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What does Durga Gayatri mean?
Prayer to Durga for enlightened guidance.
Does this text need practitioner guidance?
This text is labelled practitioner guidance recommended. Learn its pronunciation and tradition before adopting a formal practice.
Is a protection mantra a safety guarantee?
No. Use ordinary safety precautions and urgent help when necessary. Devotion does not make a dangerous situation safe.
Source & review status
GuruShakti supplied collection, entry 57. Devanagari and both meanings were imported from the supplied manuscript. Review information is shown below.
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