Gayatri Japam
- Gayatri Japam is observed just after Shravana Purnima.
- This day is also known as Gayatri Jaap Sankalpam and is considered to be auspicious in South India.
- Brahmins chant the Vedas along with Gayatri Mantra with dedication.
- In South India this forms a part of the rituals of Avani Attam, which is the commencement of the study of Vedas.
- During this day Brahmins wear a Sacred thread called Janeyu.
- In Telugu states Gayatri Japam is called as Gayatri Pratipada
- As per legends Gayatri Devi is known to be Supreme Goddess
- It is believed that a person who performs Gayatri Japam will be freed from all his sins and bestowed with all spiritual and worldly Happiness.
- Must wake up early in the morning take a holy bath and perform the puja.
- After performing the puja Brahmins must chant the Gayatri mantra 108 or 1008 times
- Not only Brahmins but any individual can perform the Gayatri Japam
- Worshipping Sun god is believed to be highly meritorious.
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