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Gurumayi’s teachings about the sun and the sky are a key to joy for me. When I feel constrained, I make my way to a place where I can gaze at the sky and recite the
Surya Gayatri mantra.
This practice reminds me that, just as the sun illumines the Earth and our solar system, the light of God permeates me and the realm in which I exist. This awareness immediately uplifts me.
Vadodara, India
On this beautiful, clear morning of Makara Sankranti, I recited the
Surya Gayatri mantra and meditated while listening to it. As I did this, I experienced Lord Surya in the power of the sun vibrating within me. My body became so alive. I felt strong, full of clarity and gratitude for life.
Oslo, Norway
Today in honor of Makara Sankranti, I stood on the bank of a dam in the early morning stillness and recited the
Surya Gayatri mantra as the sun rose. I watched the sky turn golden and gazed at the mist rising from the water.
As the sun’s rays illumined both the sky and landscape, I understood why the mantra invokes “… Earth, Sky, and Heaven!” I offered my gratitude not only to Lord Surya, but also to everything that his light illumines within and without.
Lake Bolac, Australia
In the morning I listen to the
Surya-gayatri mantra while I watch the sun rise, and I read the verses from the
Rig Veda. The verses come alive. It is such an enjoyable way to begin my day.
Erina, Australia
I was so thrilled to find the
Surya Gayatri mantra on the website! This melody transports me to another place. The voices of the group blend so well that it seems as though they become one voice and fade into the background while I travel deep inside.
Pennsylvania, United States
This morning, the sky was at first covered with grey clouds. At the moment when the sunlight appeared and entered my home, I began to sing the
Surya Gayatri mantra. As I did so, I experienced a strong connection with my heart.
Rodez, France
Ever since the
Surya Gayatri mantra became available on the Siddha Yoga path website, my husband and I have practiced meditating on it every Sunday. While meditating on the soothing energy this mantra evokes, we experience how this practice is imbued with Shri Gurumayi’s
sankalpa. I believe that one divine gift bestowed upon me by this practice is that I have been inspired to practice the discipline of hatha yoga on a regular basis.
Bedford Gardens, South Africa
I have the good fortune to live in a place where I can admire the sunrise as well as the sunset. In the early morning, I savor the deep peace of dawn, and when the soft rays of Lord Surya enter my home, they bring light and joy into my heart.
When I recite the
Surya Gayatri mantra, I feel its tender vibrations bringing me into the presence of the sun, wherever it may be shining upon the earth. Through this celebration, I receive Lord Surya’s shining form and experience serenity and love within.
Rodez, France
It has become a beloved practice to repeat the
Surya Gayatri every morning just before meditation. As I begin to repeat it with my eyes closed, a golden light appears within, strong and brilliant, drawing me—like a lighthouse—into the deep and peaceful realm of meditation.
This sweet state of being follows me throughout the day— transforming it into a glorious one!
St. Laurent, Canada
With this mantra, I feel like I am swimming in the ocean. I am feeling very fresh and energetic.
Udaipur, India
I recite this mantra as I look out my window each morning. The scenery outside is ever changing with the seasons. Today was dark and clear with frozen bare branches waiting, along with me, for the blessing of the sun’s earliest rays to light up our corner of the planet, making snow glitter and icicles glow.
Thank you, Gurumayi, for making this ancient and beautiful practice accessible.
St Lazare, Canada