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.

2024: August 20.