Asato Ma Nayatha (Extended)असतो मा सद्गमय
Devoted to Brahman
Source: Brihadaranyaka Upanishad 1.3.28 (extended Yajur Veda Pavamana)
Transliteration
om asato ma sadgamaya, tamaso ma jyotirgamaya mrityorma amritam gamaya, aviraviram edhi rudra yatte dakshinam mukham tena mam pahi nityam om shantih shantih shantih
Meaning (English)
Lead me from the unreal to the real, lead me from darkness to light, lead me from death to immortality. May the true Self manifest to me. O Rudra, with your right (gracious) face, protect me always. Om peace, peace, peace. Extended pavamana mantra from Brihadaranyaka Upanishad — adds the prayer for Rudra protective face beyond the standard short form. Used by serious Vedic sadhakas at conclusion of major meditation sessions.
Benefits (Phal)
Cultivates discrimination between the eternal and ephemeral while invoking Rudra protection. Daily extended recitation deepens commitment to Vedantic path while seeking divine grace for the journey. Recommended for advanced meditation practitioners beyond the beginner short form.
When to Chant
After completion of intensive meditation, before sleep as final intention, beginning of major spiritual sadhana, after intensive yoga practice.
How to Chant
Sit cross-legged facing east, eyes closed. Inhale fully. Chant entire extended mantra in single breath if capable. Repeat 3, 9, or 11 times. Conclude with the triple shantih.
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