Spirituality: Monday special - Mantra dedicated to Lord Shiva for protection against evil

Each day in the week is dedicated to a specific God in Hinduism. As we know, Mondays are dedicated to Lord Shiva, the most supreme of the Hindu trinity, chanting Mantras in praise of the ultimate power will prove beneficial.

Here’s the Rudra Gayatri Mantra that you can chant with utmost devotion and faith:

Rudra Gayatri Mantra

ॐ तत्पुरुषाय विद्महे महादेवाय धीमहि

तन्नो रुद्रः प्रचोदयात्॥

Om Tatpurushaya Vidmahe Mahadevaya Dhimahi

Tanno Rudrah Prachodayat॥

Meaning of Rudra Gayatri Mantra:

I pray to the mightiest of the Gods, the ideal Purusha, Mahadev. Bless me with the intellect and enlighten me with knowledge.

Also chant: Shiva Moola Mantra on Mondays

Benefits of chanting the Rudra Gayatri Mantra:

• Chanting this mantra eases tension. Thus helps us in removing fear.
• Helps us in realising the ultimate truth of life, awakens and illuminates our mind.
• Keeps body, mind and soul healthy.