This mantra is in the language of Pali, the sacred language of Theravāda Buddhism. Therefore, this particular meter (tripadhi) is also known as the Gayatri Meter or Gayatri Chhanda. The Gayatri mantra is composed of a metre consisting of 24 syllables - generally arranged in a triplet of eight syllables each. It has its origin in the Sanskrit phrase Gayantam Triyate iti, and refers to that mantra which rescues the chanter from all adverse situations that may lead to mortality. The word Gayatri itself explains the reason for the existence of this mantra. It is believed that by chanting the Gayatri mantra with concentration and devotion, and also embracing right action, your life will be filled with happiness. The Gayatri mantra is one of the oldest and most powerful of Sanskrit mantras. It can also be chanted as an invocation to Lord Krishna, one of the incarnations of Vishnu. Considered a maha mantra, or great mantra, the chant translates to “Om and salutations to the Divine One who dwells in all.” It is used to specifically invoke that aspect of the Divine known as Vishnu in Vedic scripture, the peace-loving aspect of God, the sustainer of all life. Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya is a moksha or mukti (liberation) mantra that is recited as a way to achieve spiritual freedom from samsara or reincarnation, the recurring cycles of life and death. I bow down to Patanjali, who is in the shape of a man up to his shoulders, holding a conch, a discus of light, a sword and with a thousand white heads.” “(I) worship at the feet of the gurus, who show us good knowledge, who are the jungle physicians, and who enlighten us to the poison of Samsara, conditioned existence. Traditionally chanted at the beginning of a yogi’s practice of Ashtanga Yoga, this mantra translates to:
Ashtanga Yoga Mantra is dedicated to the ancient Indian sage Patanjali, who formally systemized yoga centuries ago.
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