Swami says that an Yanthram is a storing place of Manthram, which are the Moola (root) Manthras of various Divine figures, like Gayathri. It will consist of Beeja Akshras, Adoration and then some prayers. Every Deity has a special Moola Mantra, and special Chakras which are called Yantras. In this photo we can see the picture of Gayathri Devi on one side and the Sai chakra on the other side. When we keep this chakra in front of us, or keeping it in our Pocket, the Gayathri Manthra which we chant is stored in the yenatra, and in due course the Yanthra becomes very potent and powerful, echoing the vibrations of the Manthra. In almost all temples, where the ritualistic installation of the idols are carried out, the yanthras of that particular deity is placed underneath and then the Idol is installed. Prior to installation various yagnas are performed, and a team of priests constantly chant the moola manthra, to make the Yanthra very powerful. Such temples attract more and more devotees. Swami had placed a such large copper Yantra under a tree in Prashanthi Nilayam, where many devotees are seen sitting in meditation. I have also witnessed almost all installation ceremonies of various Gods and Goddesses, in Prashanthi Nilayam, like Subramania, Gayathri, Sri Rama etc. Swami used to place the copper sheets, wherein the mystic designs of these devotees are carved. I am writing this to impress upon all devotees to carry the Gayathri Yanthra with Sai Chakra in their pockets and go on chanting Gayathri Manthra whenever you get free time, especially while travelling every day. With Love & Regards, Mumbai Srinivasan. __._,_.___
