Dhanvantari Mantra
(God of Ayurvedic Healing)
Dhanvantari is in ancient Hinduism considered to be the father of healing, health and wellness. He is considered to be an Avatar of Vishnu and there are numerous references about him in the ancient Hindu scriptures like the Vedas and the Puranas.He is referred to as the physician of the Gods and the founder of what is known as Ayurvedic healing. He is also said to be the first physician and surgeon.
Dhanvantari is also worshipped in India as the God of health and immortality. He is portrayed as holding the pot containing the nectar of immortality, and is said to be the preserver of the world from all diseases. The Dhanvantari mantra is recited to remove fears and diseases, those wishing to improve their health and eradicate diseases recite this mantra.
Mantra:
Om Namo Bhagavate
Maha Sudharshana
Vasudevaya Dhanvantaraye;
Amrutha Kalasa Hasthaaya
Sarva Bhaya Vinasaya
Sarva Roka Nivaranaya
Thri Lokya Pathaye
Thri Lokya Nithaye
Sri Maha Vishnu Swarupa
Sri Dhanvantri Swarupa
Sri Sri Sri
Aoushata Chakra Narayana Swaha
English Translation:
We pray to the God, who is known as Sudarshana Vasudev Dhanvantari. He holds the Kalasha full of nectar of immortality. Lord Dhanvantri removes all fears and removes all diseases. He is the well wisher and the preserver of the three worlds. Dhanvantari is like Lord Vishnu, empowered to heal the Jiva souls. We bow to the Lord of Ayurveda.
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