1.Gayatri Mantra -Hariharan (10.50) 2. The practice of meditation has occurred since ancient times. The Hindus perfected the art of sacred chanting that dates back at least 3,000 years and is probably the world"s oldest continuous vocal tradition. Of all the sacred "Mantras", there is none considered more exalted than the Gayatri. A prayer for spiritual and meditative stimulation, it is addressed to the divine life-giver as supreme God, symbolised in the Sun. The Gayatri is thus not only the symbol of light but light itself. A "mantra" signifies the sacred formula or verse, the incantation of which leads to spiritual liberation and enrichment of daily life. According to Hindu tradition, the world has come into existence through the union of Mind "(mamas)" with word "Vac." The "mantra therefore has not only sound and meaning, but also energy. To acquire this energy of the Word, one has to grasp the message as well as the vibration of the "mantra". Properly chanted, it leads one to the harmony and peace that result when forces of the Divine, the human and the Cosmic lock embrace. In the Power of Gayatri, well versed in the nuances of Indian classical ragas, some of the most popular and sought after singers weave their own magic to uplift and entrance the listener to a higher state of being. Based on saga Bhopali, this light and lilting Gayatri mantra music is rendered in the evergreen, mellifluous voices of Hariharan, Anup Jhalota, Shankar Mahadevan, Devaki Pandit and Sadhana Sargam to caress your inner senses. Om Bhur Bhuvaha Svaha Tat Savitur Varenyam Bhargo Devasya Dhimahi Dhiyo Yo Nah Prachodayath We meditate on the glory of the Almighty who has created the universe; who is fit to be worshipped; who is the embodiment of knowledge and light; may his radiant power illuminate our intellects, destroy our sins, and guide us in the right direction.