The Gayatri mantra is as under:
Aum Bhurbhuvah Swah Tatsaviturvarenyam, Bhargo Devasya Dhimahi Dhiyo yo Nah Prachodayat.
The literal meaning of the Gayatri Mantra is as follows:
Savitur: the creator and preserver of the Universe Devasya: He that illuminates all the souls and provides all bounties of life Varenyam: which should be imbibed by all Bhargah: the divine light of pure wisdom and bliss Tat: that divine light
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The aforesaid creator Nah: our Dheeyah: intellect Prachodayat: gracefully prevents us from committing sin and engage o ur intellect for doing good and virtuous work.