Meaning
We meditate on the five‑faced Mahadeva — may Rudra inspire our intellect.
पंचमुखी महादेव का ध्यान करते हैं — रुद्र हमारी बुद्धि प्रेरित करें।
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Shiva Gayatri Japa Counter
ॐ पंचवक्त्राय विद्महे महादेवाय धीमहि । तन्नो रुद्रः प्रचोदयात् ॥
Om Panchavaktraya Vidmahe Mahadevaya Dhimahi Tanno Rudrah Prachodayat
Deity: Shiva
Tradition: Shaiva
Language: Sanskrit
We meditate on the five‑faced Mahadeva — may Rudra inspire our intellect.
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ॐ पंचवक्त्राय विद्महे महादेवाय धीमहि । तन्नो रुद्रः प्रचोदयात् ॥
Benefits
Inner courage, removal of fear, spiritual insight.
How to Chant
108 times at dawn, ideally facing east.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Shiva Gayatri mean?
We meditate on the five‑faced Mahadeva — may Rudra inspire our intellect.
How many times should I chant Shiva Gayatri?
Traditionally 108 repetitions form one mala. Many devotees chant 1, 3, or 11 malas daily as a sustainable sadhana.
What is the best time to chant Shiva Gayatri?
108 times at dawn, ideally facing east.
What are the benefits of Shiva Gayatri?
Inner courage, removal of fear, spiritual insight.
Can I chant Shiva Gayatri silently?
Yes — japa can be done aloud (vaikhari), softly (upamshu), or mentally (manasika). Mental japa is considered the highest form.