Morning Meditation Prayers

Morning Meditation Prayers

Author(s): Swami Dayananda Saraswati
Publisher: Arsha Vidya Research and Publication Trust Chennai
Language: English
Total Pages: 56
Available in: Paperback
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Morning meditation prayers are a wonderful way to start the day with mindfulness, gratitude, and a connection to the divine or your higher self. They can set the tone for the day, helping to center the mind, calm the body, and invite peace into your life. Below are some examples of morning meditation prayers that you can use:

1. Prayer of Gratitude and Mindfulness:

"Thank you, divine presence, for this new day.
I open my heart and mind to the blessings that await me today.
May I move through this day with mindfulness, compassion, and love.
Guide me to be present in each moment, to appreciate the beauty around me,
and to serve others with kindness and respect.
May my actions today reflect the light within me,
and may I stay grounded in peace and joy.
I am grateful for this life, this breath, and this opportunity to grow.
Amen."

2. Affirmation of Oneness (Inspired by Advaita Vedanta):

"Today, I affirm that I am one with the universe.
I am not separate from the divine essence that flows through all things.
In every breath, I connect with the infinite presence of the Universe.
I acknowledge that my true self is the unchanging, eternal soul,
indivisible and pure, beyond all illusion.
May this realization guide me today, bringing peace, clarity, and joy into my life.
I am free from fear, doubt, and separation,
for I know that I am that eternal, unchanging truth.
Om Shanti, Shanti, Shanti."

3. Prayer for Inner Peace and Clarity:

"Divine Source of Peace,
As I begin this day, I seek your guidance and grace.
Grant me the clarity to see the truth in every situation,
the strength to face any challenges,
and the wisdom to respond with compassion.
Help me release all tension, worry, and negativity,
so that I may carry peace in my heart,
and spread peace to those around me.
Let my thoughts, words, and actions align with my highest purpose.
May I be a vessel of your love and light today.
Amen."

4. Morning Invocation (Short Prayer):

"Good morning, dear Universe,
Thank you for the gift of this new day.
I ask for the strength to move through today with grace,
the patience to listen deeply,
and the courage to be my authentic self.
Help me to remember that I am never alone,
and that I carry your presence within me, always.
Guide me in all that I do,
and let my heart be open to your love and wisdom.
Amen."

5. Chant for the Start of the Day (Mantra):

"Om Sahana Vavatu
Sahanau Bhunaktu
Sahaviryam Karavavahai
Tejasvi Navadhitamastu
Ma Vidvishavahai
Om Shanti, Shanti, Shanti"

(This mantra is from the Taittiriya Upanishad and is a prayer for mutual protection, knowledge, and peace. It translates roughly as: "May we all be protected. May we all be nourished. May we work together with great energy. May our study be enlightening. May we never hate each other. Om Peace, Peace, Peace.")

6. Self-Inquiry Meditation (Based on Advaita Vedanta):

"Who am I?
I am not my thoughts,
I am not my body,
I am not my emotions,
I am not my desires or fears.
I am the unchanging witness,
the eternal consciousness,
the pure essence of being.
I am Brahman,
I am the one infinite reality,
and all is one in me.
May I remember this truth throughout the day,
and live in alignment with my highest self.
Om Namah Shivaya."

7. Prayer for Health and Vitality:

"Divine Creator,
I am grateful for the gift of this day and my body,
which allows me to experience the world in all its beauty.
I ask for your healing energy to flow through me,
bringing vitality, strength, and balance to my body, mind, and spirit.
May I be in perfect health,
and may I honor this body by caring for it with love and respect.
May my energy today be focused, clear, and harmonious.
Amen."


Tips for Morning Meditation Prayer:

  1. Set an intention: Before starting your prayer, you might want to set an intention for the day, such as peace, productivity, or compassion.
  2. Find a quiet space: Choose a peaceful place where you can meditate without distractions.
  3. Focus on your breath: As you recite the prayer or mantra, keep your awareness on your breath. This helps to bring your mind into the present moment.
  4. Repeat the prayer or mantra: Repeating a prayer or mantra several times can deepen your meditation and help cultivate a calm mind.
  5. Express gratitude: Begin and end your meditation with a moment of gratitude for the present moment, the breath, and the life you have.