Pratah Smaranam - Morning Prayer
Pratah Smaranam by Adi Shankara is a morning prayer to Brahman. This morning prayer to Brahman is recited (while reflecting on the meaning) by Mumukshus / Jnanis / Yogis who follow the Vedanta tradition, irrespective of their stage in terms of their knowledge of Brahman, and irrespective of their pre-disposition towards Yoga, Bhakti (Devotion), or Jnana.
The original Sanskrit verses in this prayer are explained in detail in English for the benefit of the 21st century man / woman by Brahmavid Sam Yogi. Brahmavid recites this prayer at the beginning of his discourses on the Brahma Sutras, so these Sanskrit verses might be already familiar to you.
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Brahma-Muhurta Prayer Chants
"Brahma-Muhurta" or the Moment of Brahman begins two hours before sunrise, and is the best time for Pranayama and Nididhyasana (meditation). When Sam Yogi prays for world-peace and global salvation during Brahma-Muhurta, sometimes we record his OM Chants and associated prayers. Use the links below to download the prayer for a specific date.Year 2010
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