Tradition

Guru

गुरु

guru

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Definition

The spiritual teacher who dispels darkness — literally 'heavy with wisdom' — guiding the seeker from confusion toward light.

Pronunciation

GOO-roo

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Mantras Invoking Guru

Vajra Guru Mantra

"Invoking Guru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava), the Lotus-Born master"

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Related Terms

Acharya Diksha Satsang