बृहस्पतिर्नः परि पातु पश्चादुतोत्तरस्मादधरादघायोः। 

इन्द्रः पुरस्तादुत मध्यतो नः सखा सखिभ्यो वरिवः कृणोतु॥

May Brihaspati protect us from the west, and from above and below, away from sins.

May Indra, from the front and middle, being our friend, create a safe passage for us from enemies.

bri'haspatirnah' pari paatu pashchaadutottarasmaadadharaadaghaayoh'.
indrah' purastaaduta madhyato nah' sakhaa sakhibhyo varivah' kri'notu..

Listening to this mantra brings multiple benefits. It invokes protection from all directions  - above, below, front, and back. Brihaspati, the teacher of the gods, provides wisdom and guidance, while Indra helps remove obstacles and creates a safe path. The mantra also keeps one away from sins and negative influences, ensuring purity. Additionally, it strengthens the bond of divine friendship and support from Indra. Overall, the mantra promotes safety, wisdom, purity, and divine assistance in life.

Knowledge Bank

Are Upanishads and Vedanta the same?

Vedanta is the culmination of Hindu Philosophical thought. Vedanta primarily consists of Brahma Sutras written by Badarayana, Bhagavad Gita, and the Upanishads collectively called the Prasthana Trayi and also their interpretations by scholars such as Sankaracharya, Ramanujacharya, and Madhvacharya. Brama Sutras are Upanishadic principles expressed in a concise Sutra format. Bhagavad Gita is a Smriti - Upanishad whereas the other Upanishads are Shruti - Upanishads.

Is Garuda Puran real?

All Puranas including Garud Puran are collections of narrations abour real incidents of the past as well as universal truths as revealed in the Vedas.

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