An Invocation

This mantra is often chanted at the beginning of study by student and teacher to invoke peaceful, productive, enlightening studies as well as freedom from misunderstanding or antagonism.

Sanskrit

Transliteration

Translation

Om. May the Lord protect us both together.
May the Lord nourish us both together.
May we both work with strength together.
May our studies be enlightening.
May we not be antagonistic towards one another.
Om.
Peace (in the physical world),
Peace (in the realm of thought),
Peace (in the realm of spirit).