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What should I chant on Thursday?
In short
Thursday (Guruvar) is dedicated to Vishnu and to the Guru. The Thursday mantra is Om Namo Narayanaya — 'I bow to Narayana' (Vishnu) — chanted for peace, guidance, and grace. Many also honour their teacher and chant the Guru mantra. Chant with devotion, ideally in the morning, 108 times.
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The mantra
ॐ नमो नारायणाय
oṃ namo nārāyaṇāya
I bow to Narayana (Vishnu), the refuge and resting place of all beings.
In depth
Thursday belongs to Vishnu, the preserver, and to the Guru — the teacher who guides one from darkness to light. It is a day associated with wisdom, devotion, and gratitude to one's teachers.
Om Namo Narayanaya is the day's central mantra, an ancient invocation of Vishnu for peace and refuge. Devotees may also chant 'Guru Brahma, Guru Vishnu…' in honour of the Guru on this day.
Related questions
Which god is worshipped on Thursday?
Vishnu, and the Guru. Thursday (Guruvar) is marked by chanting Om Namo Narayanaya and honouring one's teacher.
What is the Thursday mantra?
Om Namo Narayanaya, invoking Vishnu for peace and grace; the Guru mantra is also chanted on this day.
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