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Chandra Gayatri
Chandra Gayatri
ॐ क्षीरपुत्राय विद्महे अमृततत्त्वाय धीमहि तन्नो चन्द्रः प्रचोदयात्
Om Kshīra-putrāya Vidmahe Amrita-tattvāya Dhīmahi Tanno Chandrah Prachodayāt
Meaning
We know the son of the ocean of milk; we meditate on the essence of nectar — may Chandra, the gentle moon, inspire us.
Why recite it
For calm emotions, restful sleep and peace of mind, especially on full-moon nights.
Source
Traditional — Chandra Gayatri