Siddhis Attained Through Sattvic Growth by Gāyatrī Sādhanā
From ancient history and the Purāṇas, it is evident that most Ṛṣis and Mahāṛṣis based their yogic practices and austerities on Gāyatrī.
Great sages such as:
- Vasiṣṭha, Yājñavalkya, Atri, Viśvāmitra, Vyāsa, Śuka, Dadhīci, Vālmīki, Cyavana, Śaṅkha, Lomaśa, Jābāli, Uddālaka, Vaiśampāyana, Durvāsā, Paraśurāma, Pulastya, Dattātreya, Agastya, Sanatkumāra, Kaṇḍa, and Śaunaka
achieved their spiritual successes through Gāyatrī Sādhanā.
Even in more recent times, many saints and enlightened beings have attained great spiritual powers by adopting Gāyatrī as their foundation:
- Ādi Śaṅkarācārya, Samartha Guru Rāmdās, Narsī Mehtā, Dādū Dayāl, Sant Jñāneśvara, Swāmī Rāmānanda, Gorakhanātha, Macchindranātha, Haridāsa, Tulasīdāsa, Rāmānuja, Mādhvāchārya, Rāmakṛṣṇa Paramahaṁsa, Swāmī Vivekānanda, Rāmatīrtha, Yogi Aurobindo, Mahāṛṣi Ramaṇa, Gaurāṅga Mahāprabhu, Swāmī Dayānanda, Mahātmā Ekrasānanda
all rose to their greatness under the divine influence of Gāyatrī Mahāśakti.
The Story of Mādhavācārya’s Gāyatrī Attainment
The famous scholar of Ayurveda, Mādhavācārya (author of Mādhava Nidāna), initially practiced Gāyatrī Anuṣṭhāna (intensive discipline) for 13 years in Vṛndāvana.
- He did not experience success initially and became discouraged, leaving for Kāśī to follow Tāntrika Bhairava Upāsanā on the advice of an Avadhūta.
- Soon, Bhairava appeared behind him and offered a boon.
- Mādhavācārya requested direct darśana (vision), but Bhairava refused, saying:
- “I cannot appear before a Gāyatrī Upāsaka.”
- Mādhavācārya was astonished and asked why his Gāyatrī practice had not borne fruit.
- Bhairava replied:
- “Your past karmic sins have been neutralized through your practice. Now, continue, and you will achieve success.”
Upon hearing this, Mādhavācārya returned to Vṛndāvana and resumed his Gāyatrī Sādhanā. In the end, he attained divine vision and complete spiritual accomplishment.
Gāyatrī and the Attainment of Longevity and Mastery
- Mahātmā Devagiri’s Guru, who practiced Gāyatrī Japa in a Himalayan cave, lived for over 400 years.
- He did not require food, sleep, or physical movements, as his entire body had transcended its normal functions.
Similarly, several great sages attained longevity, mastery over their senses, and divine vision through Gāyatrī Sādhanā.
The Story of Hṛhari Bābā and the Power of Gāyatrī
In Ramtekri forest, near Nagarai, Hṛhari Bābā practiced Gāyatrī austerities and attained Siddhi.
- The forest was inhabited by numerous wild beasts such as lions and tigers.
- Any traveler who encountered these beasts simply uttered, “I am going to see Hṛhari Bābā,” and the animals stepped aside, leaving them unharmed.
This was a testament to the immense spiritual force surrounding a true Gāyatrī Sādhaka.
Miraculous Stories of Gāyatrī Sādhakas
- Viṣṇunātha Gosvāmī of Lakṣmaṇgaḍh:
- Spent most of his life in Gāyatrī Upāsanā.
- His blessings uplifted a poverty-stricken family in Śīkar, making them wealthy and prosperous.
- Pt. Hararāya from Jaipur:
- Was aware of his death beforehand.
- Gathered his family, gave spiritual teachings, and departed while chanting Gāyatrī.
- Pt. Maṇiśaṅkara Bhaṭṭa of Junāgaḍh:
- Initially performed Gāyatrī Anuṣṭhānas for others for monetary offerings.
- After witnessing the immense benefits in people’s lives, he dedicated his own life entirely to Gāyatrī.
- Būḍha Deval Mahātmā Viṣṇudāsa:
- Lived as a lifelong celibate (Brahmacārī) in Puṣkara.
- Attained great powers through intense Gāyatrī austerities, gaining reverence from Jaipur and Jodhpur kings.
The Influence of Gāyatrī on Kings and Rulers
- Rulers of Jaipur, Jodhpur, and Udaipur sought the blessings of Gāyatrī Siddhas.
- A royal officer of Khātouli, who had lost his estate, regained it after receiving blessings from a Gāyatrī Siddha.
- Rāja Dhavalpur of Alwar greatly revered a Gāyatrī Siddha known as Būṭī Siddha, who lived in silence.
Spiritual Attainments Through Gāyatrī
Gāyatrī Sādhanā has also been the foundation for the spiritual enlightenment of great masters:
- Swāmī Dayānanda Sarasvatī‘s guru, Prājñacākṣu Swāmī Virajānanda Sarasvatī, performed Gāyatrī Japa for three years on the banks of Gaṅgā, attaining extraordinary wisdom.
- Siddha Yogi Śrī Udḍhaṛji Jośī from Chandel awakened Kuṇḍalinī through Gāyatrī Upāsanā and gained profound spiritual insight.
- Ṛṣirāja of Barsoda performed Gāyatrī Puraścaraṇa for seven years without food, attaining divine speech (Vāk-Siddhi).
The Phenomenon of the “Bharat Mata” Temple in Kāśī
- During the construction of the Bhārat Mātā temple, a major Gāyatrī Yajña was conducted.
- 20 lakh repetitions of the Gāyatrī Mantra were performed over 200 days.
- On the final day, dried-up trees surrounding the temple suddenly turned green, and one bore fruit out of season.
- This miraculous event was witnessed by Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya, Raja Motichandra, High Court Judge Kanhaiyalal, and many dignitaries.
The Healing Power of Gāyatrī
- Mahātmā Govindānanda of Garhwal healed snakebite victims through Gāyatrī Japa.
- Śobhān Sāhū of Samastipur could cure scorpion stings and rabies through Gāyatrī.
- Pundit Moṭīlāl Nehru, despite his political life, chanted Gāyatrī at the time of his death, showing its deep-rooted presence in his soul.
Call to Action – The Ultimate Message
- Gāyatrī is the mother of all spiritual wisdom.
- All Sādhakas, saints, and enlightened beings have relied upon Gāyatrī.
- Those who adopt this path experience profound transformation—spiritually, mentally, and physically.
Thus, we urge all sincere seekers to engage in Gāyatrī Upāsanā and witness its divine miracles firsthand. It is the key to spiritual awakening, prosperity, and self-realization.