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Sacred Mantras

Lord Dattatreya Mantras

दत्तात्रेय

2 authoritative mantras for Lord Dattatreya — chanted for centuries by sadhakas. Each with Sanskrit, transliteration, meaning and recitation guide.

How to recite

  • Sit facing east or north; spine straight; eyes closed or soft-focused.
  • Count repetitions on a 108-bead mala (one round = 108).
  • Morning brahma muhurta (4-6 AM) is most potent. Daily consistency > intensity.
  • Beej mantras require initiation (diksha) from a guru for full effect.
Beej Mantra 108x

ॐ द्रां दत्तात्रेयाय नमः

Om Draam Dattaatreyaaya Namah

Meaning

Salutations to Dattatreya with the bija Draam.

Benefit

Dattatreya Beej Mantra — invokes the trinity of Brahma-Vishnu-Shiva in single form. Granted to Atri and Anasuya. Removes confusion, awakens guru-tattva.

Gayatri 108x

दिगम्बराय विद्महे योगीश्वराय धीमहि। तन्नो दत्तः प्रचोदयात्॥

Digambaraaya Vidmahe Yogeeshvaraaya Dhimahi | Tanno Dattah Prachodayaat

Meaning

May we know the sky-clad one; may we meditate on the Lord of Yogis. May Datta inspire us.

Benefit

Dattatreya Gayatri Mantra — invokes Avadhuta wisdom. Recited especially at Audumbar (Maharashtra) and Ganagapur (Karnataka). Removes karmic blocks for sannyasis.

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