Rigveda

Composed in the 24-syllable Gayatri meter and drawn from Rigveda 3.62.10, this mantra invokes the radiant light of Savitur to awaken higher intellect.

Rooted in Rigveda 7.59.12, the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra is tied by Puranic tradition to young Markandeya, whose surrender to Shiva overcame Yama's noose.

The Gayatri Mantra, Rigveda 3.62.10: a prayer to Savitr, the Sun's divine light, to inspire and illumine our understanding.

The Mahamrityunjaya Mantra, Rigveda 7.59.12, a Vedic verse to Tryambaka (Rudra) for healing, long life and freedom from the fear of death.

The Purusha Sukta (Rigveda 10.90): the Vedic hymn of the cosmic Purusha, whose sacrifice gives rise to the worlds and the Vedas.

The Sri Suktam, a Rigvedic khila hymn that invokes Lakshmi, through Jatavedas (Agni), for prosperity and grace.