How does a Hindu boy come of age? A special "Sacred Thread Ceremony" and the learning of the Gayatri Mantra ushers in manhood, writes Visi Tilak.
Gayatri Mantra Mania
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Connect with Other HindusFeatured Discussion"I've run into several different pronunciations of the Gayatri Mantra on the web, and I'm hoping someone can shed some light on the them. They appear to be very minor differences, but I've read that proper pronunciation is very important in order to garner the full spiritual benefits of the mantra." --ebthoreau More Discussions |
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