Krishna Gayatri Mantra
We meditate upon Krishna, son of Devaki; may He inspire our intellect.
Sanskrit Text (Devanagari)
Transliteration (Roman Script)
Om Devakinandanaya Vidmahe Vasudevaya Dhimahi | Tanno Krishnah Prachodayat ||
Meaning & Translation
We know the son of Devaki. We meditate upon Vasudeva (the son of Vasudeva). May Krishna inspire and illuminate our intellect.
Benefits of Chanting Krishna Gayatri Mantra
- ✓Enhances devotion and love for Lord Krishna
- ✓Sharpens the intellect with divine wisdom
- ✓Brings joy, creativity, and artistic inspiration
- ✓Strengthens the practitioner's connection with Krishna consciousness
- ✓Promotes emotional balance and inner happiness
How to Chant Krishna Gayatri Mantra
- 1Chant during sandhya times (dawn, noon, dusk) in the Gayatri meter
- 2Sit before an image of Lord Krishna while chanting
- 3Maintain a steady, musical rhythm matching the 24-syllable meter
- 4Practice 108 repetitions with focused meditation on Krishna's form
Best Time to Chant
Sandhya times, Wednesdays, Janmashtami, and Ekadashi days.
Recommended Repetitions
108 times per session
times per session (one mala = 108)
Source & Origin
Gayatri tradition adapted for Krishna worship. Found in various Vaishnava texts.
About Krishna Gayatri Mantra
The Krishna Gayatri follows the sacred 24-syllable Gayatri meter and addresses Krishna through his earthly relationships — as Devakinandana (the beloved son of Devaki) and Vasudeva (son of Vasudeva). This personal, relational addressing is characteristic of Krishna worship, which emphasizes intimate, loving connection with the divine rather than abstract contemplation.
The Gayatri meter itself is considered the mother of all Vedic meters, carrying a special potency for awakening higher consciousness. When applied to Krishna meditation, it combines the intellectual illumination of the Gayatri tradition with the heart-centered devotion of Krishna bhakti — creating a practice that engages both mind and heart simultaneously.
This mantra is especially recommended for students, artists, and creative practitioners, as Krishna is associated with divine creativity, artistic expression (through his flute-playing), and the joy that comes from aligning personal talent with divine purpose.