UniversalGratitude
Gurur Brahma Gurur Vishnuh (Guru Mantra)
ॐ
गुरुर्ब्रह्मा गुरुर्विष्णुः गुरुर्देवो महेश्वरः । गुरुः साक्षात् परब्रह्म तस्मै श्री गुरवे नमः ॥
gurur brahmā gurur viṣṇuḥ gurur devo maheśvaraḥ, guruḥ sākṣāt para-brahma tasmai śrī gurave namaḥ
Meaning
"The Guru is Brahma the creator, Vishnu the sustainer, and Shiva the transformer — the Guru is the supreme truth itself."
Why This Mantra
One of the most recited verses in Indian education, honoring anyone — teacher, parent, mentor — who has helped shape how you see the world.
Benefits
Gratitude for teachers, humility to keep learning
Today's Affirmation
Think of one person today who taught you something worth being grateful for.