Guru Brahma Guru Vishnu (Guru Mantra)
Guru
Shloka/Verse
Easy - Anyone can chant
Safe for All
गुरुर्ब्रह्मा गुरुर्विष्णुः गुरुर्देवो महेश्वरः।
गुरुः साक्षात् परब्रह्म तस्मै श्री गुरवे नमः॥
Gurur-Brahmaa Gurur-Vishnuh Gurur-Devo Maheshvarah
Guruh Saakshaat Para-Brahma Tasmai Shree Gurave Namah
Meaning
Guru is Brahma (creator), Guru is Vishnu (preserver), Guru is Shiva (transformer). Guru is the Supreme Brahman itself. Salutations to that Guru.
When to Chant
Before study, on Guru Purnima, when seeking guidance.
Best Time: Morning before studies, Thursday
Benefits
Invokes blessings of teachers and gurus, aids learning and wisdom.