Which prayer is the most powerful in Hinduism?

The Gayatri mantra is Hinduism's most representative prayer. Many Hindus recite it on a daily basis, not only contemplating its straightforward meaning, but also dwelling on and imbibing its sound, regarded to be pregnant with spiritual meaning. For this reason nearly all Hindu prayers and mantras are sung.
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What is the most powerful mantra in Hinduism?

The Gayatri mantra is considered one of the most universal of all Hindu mantras, invoking the universal Brahman as the principle of knowledge and the illumination of the primordial Sun. The mantra is extracted from the 10th verse of Hymn 62 in Book III of the Rig Veda.
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Which mantra is more powerful?

Om Namah Shivaya mantra is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the most powerful mantra in Hinduism. Repeating this mantra over and over again leads to a transcendental mode or a state of pure concentration.
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Which God should I pray to Hindu?

The three most important gods are called the Trimurti, comprising of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. Their supreme importance is due to their roles in the creation, preservation, and destruction of the universe. However, many other gods are also highly esteemed by Hindus, especially those with beneficial powers.
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How do Hindus pray to God effectively?

Greet each god in counterclockwise order.
  1. For Namaste, put your hands together in front of you in a praying motion. ...
  2. Alternatively, you can go all the way down to your knees and bow your head to the ground.
  3. The gods will likely have their own alcoves, little spaces cut out in the wall that act like their "homes."
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What is the main Hindu prayer?

The Gayatri mantra is Hinduism's most representative prayer. Many Hindus recite it on a daily basis, not only contemplating its straightforward meaning, but also dwelling on and imbibing its sound, regarded to be pregnant with spiritual meaning.
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How do I reach God in Hinduism?

There are many paths for the spiritual aspirant. The goal is to realise the ultimate truth of the all-perfect and infinite God. The Bhagavad Gita explains karma, bhakti and jnana as equally efficacious in the journey undertaken by the determined soul to seek God.
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Who is biggest god in Hinduism?

Vishnu. Vaishnavism is the sect within Hinduism that worships Vishnu. He is considered as the Para Brahman , the Preserver god of the Trimurti (the Hindu Trinity), and his many incarnations. Vaishnavites regard him to be eternal and the strongest and supreme God.
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Who is main god of Hindu?

Most Hindus are principally devoted to the god Vishnu, the god Shiva, or the Goddess. These categorical practices are sometimes described as, respectively, Vaishnavism (Vishnu), Shaivism (Shiva), and Shaktism (Shakti being another term for the female creative energy).
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Why is Brahma not Worshipped?

Lord Shiva admonished Brahma for demonstrating behaviour of an incestuous nature and chopped off his fifth head for 'unholy' behaviour. Since Brahma had distracted his mind from the soul and towards the cravings of the flesh, Shiva's curse was that people should not worship Brahma.
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How do I pray for Lord Vishnu?

I bow down to thee dear Lord. The best time to chant Lord Vishnu mantras is early morning Brahma Muhurat (4 am to 6 am). Take bath and sit on a mat or wooden plank. Keep a picture of Lord Vishnu in front of you and start chanting the mantra focusing on the divine form of the Lord.
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Why is Gayatri Mantra so powerful?

The Gayatri Mantra is composed of the Yajurveda mantra and the Rigveda verses. It is said that understanding the meaning of this mantra and chanting it with full concentration, then the person's body will have a lot of positive energy. (Positive Energy) There is communication which gives a feeling of divine power.
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Why Lord Shiva is most powerful?

Among them, Lord Shiva is referred to as the most powerful. He, along with Brahma and Vishnu, makes the Trinity, which takes care of the process of birth, sustenance, and death. Shiva is often referred to as the "destroyer", but in reality, it is he who destroys the impurities taking refuge in the human mind.
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What are the 7 mantras?

Then read on for the seven essential mantras you need for your chakra.
  • Root Chakra – I Am. ...
  • Sacral Chakra – I Feel. ...
  • Solar Plexus Chakra – I Do. ...
  • Heart Chakra – I Love. ...
  • Throat Chakra – I Speak. ...
  • Third Eye Chakra – I see. ...
  • Crown Chakra – I understand.
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What does Lord Shiva chant?

Lord Shiva chants Om Namo Narayana. Lord Vishnu chants Om Namah Shivaya.
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Are there 33 crore gods in Hinduism?

The term koti in Sanskrit has two meaning, one is 'type' and the other is Crore. So, somewhere in translation, they missed the basic fact that Sanatana Dharma/Hinduism has 33 Supreme Gods and not 33 Crore Gods. According to Vedas there are 33 Gods/Devas.
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Who started Hinduism?

Scholarly views. The term Hinduism was coined in Western ethnography in the 18th century, and refers to the fusion or synthesis of various Indian cultures and traditions, with diverse roots and no founder. This Hindu synthesis emerged after the Vedic period, between c. 500–200 BCE and c.
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Is Vishnu stronger than Shiva?

So let's see who is superior. In my opinion both Lord shiva and vishnu equally are superior. It just some kind of duty where ones play important role. Lord Shiva and Lord vishnu both are not powerful in front of Supreme god Kabir parmeshwar ji.
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Who is the strongest God?

Zeus was the Greek god that both deities and man would call upon for help. Zeus would help the other gods, goddesses, and mortals if they needed help, but would also invoke his wrath upon them if he felt they weren't worthy of his help. This made Zeus the strongest Greek god in Greek mythology.
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Who created Vishnu?

In contrast, the Shiva-focussed Puranas describe Brahma and Vishnu to have been created by Ardhanarishvara, that is half Shiva and half Parvati; or alternatively, Brahma was born from Rudra, or Vishnu, Shiva and Brahma creating each other cyclically in different aeons (kalpa).
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Who can attain moksha?

Moksha is the end of the death and rebirth cycle and is classed as the fourth and ultimate artha (goal). It is the transcendence of all arthas. It is achieved by overcoming ignorance and desires. It is a paradox in the sense that overcoming desires also includes overcoming the desire for moksha itself.
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How many times should a Hindu pray?

Rituals should strictly speaking be performed three times a day. Some Hindus, but not all, worship wearing the sacred thread (over the left shoulder and hanging to the right hip).
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How do you know if Lord Shiva is with you?

Signs you can expect

You'll see that nothing is filthy or lovely; everything has its own essence. You will no longer seek acceptance from others; the only approval you will require is from your own soul and Lord Shiva. You'll want to cry if you encounter someone in suffering or who is hungry.
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