Vohu(Bah)man
The Beloved Creator who rules exclusively through Wisdom
Yasna 28.1:
Yey Vaao Mazda Ahu-ra:
Comprehending Thee, without any doubt, as that immortal creator who rules exclusively through Wisdom
Pai-ri Jas-ai Vohu Man-angha
As one who envelopes the universe & its creations with Love & Compassion
Mai-byo Daa-voi, Ah-vaa-o:
May this wish, straddling both my existences (Physical and Spiritual) be granted.
Ast-va tas-cha Hyat-chaa Man-angho
Steady improvement of my current mortal form, my nature, my character, to the higher, purer levels of spirituality.
Ayap-taa Ash-at Ha-cha
Achieving that prosperity, that self-realization, in the inherent unity of all entities that make up the Universe
Yaish Ra-pan-to Dai-deesh Khu-aa-threy
That realization, learned from life experience, that removes all ignorance & baser tendencies, empowering this devotee to be ushered into thy abode of light.
Yey: For
Vaa-o: doubt dispelling knowledge/doubtless comprehension
Maz-da: Maaz: Great + Da/Dha: who rules/dispenses justice through reason, intellect
Ahu-ra: Creator of Life, the self-created, self-existent Life force.
Pai-ri : surrounding, all encompassing
Jas-ai : reach, merge, envelope (cognate with the proper nouns “Jasi”)
Vohu Man-angha: Beloved divinity, full of Love, Compassion and Reason
Mai-byo: to me
Daa-voi: be granted
Ah-vaa-o: of both existences (material & spiritual)
As-tva-tas-cha: of the current/existence. Here “Ast-v” means mortal and “tas” meaning form.
Hyat-chaa: and that of
Man-an-gho: That body, that life-form that is capable of reasoning.
Ayap-taa: that prosperity, that realization
Ash-aat: Path of A-sha: Truth & Reality (uprightness, integrity, knowledge)
Ha-cha: that
Ya-ish: whereby
Ra-pan-to: the faithful (devotees)
Dai-deesh: would lead to
Khu-aa-threy: the lustrous abode of light (knowledge); the glow of wisdom, of self-realization.
ASHA:
The Rhythm of the Universe
Ys28.3:
Ye Vaao a-sha uf-yaa-nee,
O Ash-a, I comprehend thee as that divinely designed symphony conducting the Universe,
Man-as-chaa Vo-hoo A-pouru-veem
As the first and foremost Gateway (Guide), to Truth (Reality), Knowledge and Justice, for us beings endowed with Reason,
Mazda aam-chaa Ahurem,
O my Great, immortal Creator, who rules only through Wisdom,
Yae-byo ksha-threm-chaa A-ghzaon vaam-nem,
Indulge my moral lapses, and infuse in me, thy devotee, that never waning Strength of Spirit;
Var-dai-tee Ara-maiti-sh,
Assured by that unfailing patience , that energetic resoluteness of purpose
Aa Moi rafe-dhr-ai zu-veng jasaa-taa
To achieve that ideal wealth, that bliss, that ecstasy of bonding with Thee.
Ye: for
Vaao: doubtless comprehension
Asha: that cosmic law (algorithm) based on Truth and Justice which governs the Universe
Uf-yaa nee: Divine Symphony/Rhythm
Man-as-chaa : Of Mankind (that mortal entity exclusively endowed with the power to reason)
Vo-hu: Beloved (Divine Love/Pure intent)
A-pouru-veem: the first, foremost teacher, guide of mankind (to self improvement).
Mazda: The great divinity who rules exclusively through wisdom
Aam-chaa: of Ours’
Ahu-rem: Almighty, radiant Creator
Yae-byo: Indulgence, (of my moral lapses)
Ksha-threm-chaa: Divine Strength (security, support)
A-ghzaon-vam-nem: Never-ending, never losing, always victorious
Var-dai-tee: Guarantee (the growth of this) wealth
Aa-ra-maitish: Resolute, energetic Devotion of Purpose ( Aara= energetic persistent and Maiti = devotion)
Aa: Towards (Come to)
Moi: me
Rafe-dhra-aee: rapture (ecstasy, bliss)
Zu-veng: at my call
Ja-sa-taa: Enjoyment
Kshatra Vairya
-The all encompassing dominion of the Lord
Ys33.13 :
Raf(ey)-dhraai vouru cha-shaa-ney
For gaining that Bliss, that Ecstasy, of infinite size,
Do-i-shee moi yaa vey abi-fraa
Grant me that Gift, of thy priceless support
Taa kshthraa-hyaa Ahura
Thy protective strength, O almighty Creator
Yaa van-geush ashish manangho
Gained by those victorious souls who Reason exclusively through Truth and Knowledge
Fro Spenta Aa-ra-maiti
Who Intentionally, energetically and resolutely follow the Pure path,
Asha da-en-naao fra-da-kshyaa
Aligned with Truth & Reality (Asha), continuously improving our Selves, along thy postulated path (this faith, this religion) of excellence and enlightenment.
Word entomology:
Rafe-dhraa-e-yaa: Blissful Ecstasy (devotedly/fervently/ecstatically).
Rafe’: bliss + dhraa = dhrishti (sight)
Vouru: wide (like a wide shored lake), expansive
Chashaaney: seeing, attaining
Do-i-shee: demonstrate/ grant that gift
Moi: me.
yaa – who/about.
Vey : your
a-bi-fraa: priceless support
Taa: thy.
Khsh-athra-hyaa : protective power, protective dominion
Ahura: Creator
yaa – which/who
Van-gheush : winning, victorious soul
Ash-ish : That wished for, Reality, that Truth, that Knowledge
Man-an-gho: reasoning mentality
fro -- (come) forth, be forthcoming
Spenta: Divine, pure.
Aara-maiti: persistent devotion of purpose
Asha – (harmony with Truth) righteous law that conducts the Universe,
da-en-naao : Day-na: the path to excellence and enlightenment
fra-da-ksha-yaa – Fraa: renovate/evolve upwards + dakhsh : direct/ point out
Ara-maiti
Pure, Energetic Resoluteness
Yasna 33.12:
Uzmoi Arshwa Ahura
Purify and invigorate me, O Creator,
Aramaiti Tevishem Daaswaa
Infuse all ten of my senses, to carry out actions, with energy, determination and resoluteness of purpose,
Spenishta Mainyu Mazda,
With the Purest of Intent, O Great Wise Lord
Van-gha-u-yaa zavoi aada
To achieve that treasured cup of victory, through industrious effort,
Asha hazo emavat,
With strength and courage to further thy universal Law; of Truth and Justice, with conviction (not compulsion)
Vohu manangha fesera-toom
Achieving that beloved mental tranquility through continuous improvement and renovation of the self.
Word Philology:
Uzmoi: Uz + Moi: Purify me
Arsh-waa: (Uzar + ashwa) energize, invigorate
Ahura: Almighty Creator
Aaramaiti: energetic, enthusiastic, persistent, steadfast, resolute devotion of purpose
Ara= Energetic, Maiti = Devotion. Vedic Shakti.
Tev-ishm: Senses (of the nervous system)
Daa-swaa: Ten
Spenishta: Spenta (pure, divine) + Ishta: (wish granter)
Mainyu: Mentality, Disposition, Intent
Mazda: (Maaz: Maah: Great + Daa: Dha*: Intellect granter/dispenser) Great Intellect
Van-ghu-yaa: the crucible/cup/challis of Victorious love and goodness
Zavo: heartfelt, industrious offering, cognate: Zasto
Adaa: reward (through conviction, not compulsion)
Asha: The universal Law, instituted by Mazda which guides souls (through retrospection) along the path of integrity and justice
Hazo: vigour
Ey-mavat: full development/strong
Vohu Manangha: heavenly minded; positivism, high mindedness (Love and Compassion)
Fesera-toom: embrace of renovation
Ha-urva-tat
The Ideal Existence:
Ys47.1:
Spenta mainyoo Vahishta-chaa mananghaa:
That Pure intentioned mental disposition, that wealth most desired, by the Man of Reason,
Hacha Ashaat Shyoth-naa-chaa Vachangha-chaa:
Motivating Thoughts and Words that seamlessly flow into Deeds dedicated to ever improving and expanding the cause of Truth, Knowledge and Justice
Ahmai daan ha-urva-taa amerey-ta-ta:
Results in grant, to us, of that prosperity, that perfection, that ideal existence of Self Realization, telescoping to that perpetual glowing radiance we address as Immortality
Maaz-daao Kshth-raa Aa-raa-maiti Ahuro;
By Thy design, O Great Wise Intellect, that Strength, that Energy, who we address as The Creator
Spen-ta: Pure, shining bright
Man-yoo: mentality, intention
Vah-ishta-chaa : of the Wealth, most desired, wished for
Man-an-ghaa: Man of Reason. (Mun= discerning/intelligent judgment) + anghaa (human body, crucible of breath)
Hacha: through
Ash-aat: The Expanding /increasing Path of the Universe whose very nature is based on Truth and Knowledge.
Shyoth-naa-chaa: Of Deeds/actions
Vach-angha-chaa: of Words/Speech
Ah-mai : Unto Us, Upon us
Daan: gift/grant
ha-urva-taa: perfection/self realization; Vedic Saraswat.
Ame-rey-tata: Immortal radiance, Immortality
Maaz-daao: Great Intellect
Kshth-raa: Power/strength/kingdom
Aa-raa-maiti: Energy (Shakti) steadfast devotion to purpose
Ahuro: Creator
Ameratat
-Immortality-Oneness with the Divinity
Ys31.6:
Ahmai anga-hat vahishtem
Yey moi vid-waao vaao-chaat hai-theem
Manthrem yim ha-urva-tat-to
Asha-hiyaa amer-taa-taas-chaa
Mazdaai a-vat kshathrem
Hyaat hoi vohoo va-kshaat manangha
That mortal, shall achieve, that wealth, that is most wished for,
Who enlightens with Knowledge, that Truth, that removes all doubt,
Such is the Mantra of Ha-urva-tat, that symphonic melodies that inspires the mind to prosperity, that perfect state of self realization,
Achieved through conscientious and Continuous acts of self improvement,
Through Actions based on Truth, Knowledge and Justice, Like the ever expanding Universe, Expanding and Increasing the cause of righteousness,
is that, which when put to practice, achieves immortality through oneness with Thee, O Great Wise Dispenser (Mazda), in thy realm , where Love and Compassion reigns supreme.
Ah-mai: Unto him
Angha-hat: shall gain, on our bodies
Vahistem: Wealth, most wished for
Yey: Whose
Moi: me
Vid-waao: Knowledge
Vao-chaat: Doubtless
Hai-theem: (that) Truth, that Reality
Manthrem: Divine hymns that inspire
Yim: Which
Ha-urva-tato: of Perfection, self realization
Asha-hiyaa: along the ever expanding, ever improving path of Truth, Knowledge and Justice
Amera-ta-taas-chaa: of Immorality
Mazda: The Lord who rules exclusively through wisdom
Avat: Such (is)
Kshatrem: Dominion of the Lord
Hyat: that
Hoi: Within him
Vohu: Beloved
Va-kshaat: Shall Increase
Manangha: Mentality
(Dadvah Ahura Mazda)-Day-pa-Adar
(the excellence of the Divine Fire)
Yasna:34.4
At Toi Aathrem Ahura
Through the light and warmth of thy Divine Flame O Immortal Creator,
Ao-jong-hvan-tem Asha Us-maa-hee
Strength, through Truth, do we yearn for, night and day,
Asish-tem Ey-ma van-tem
Knowledge and Light that leads us to victory
*Stoi Rapan-tey Chi-thraa A-vang-hem
Devotional Mantric recitation, that facilitates Clarity of thought, Perception , to those faithful, of pure intent
At Mazda Dai-bi-shyan-tey
But, O Wise Lord, to those deliberately treading the unethical, evil path
Zasta ish-taish Dar-shtaa A e-neng-hem
Swiftly, do they experience the viciousness (the fruits, the harvest) of their
Evil deeds, recoiling back on them.
Word Philology:
Att : Indeed,
Toi: Thy
Aath-rem: Divine Fire, that Warmth (Love) and Light (Knowledge)
Ahu-ra: Radiant Immortal Creator
Ao-jongh-van-tem: Mighty, Victorious force (Van-tem : victorious)
Asha: Law (Algorythm) of the Universe, that is based on Truth and Justice
Us-maa-hee: do we yearn/have a burning desire for (Us = to burn)
Asish-tem: (ashish: full of knowledge; tem: highest) Highest/Purest in Knowledge
ey-ma van-tem: (Van: winning, victorious) Swiftly victorious
Stoi: Devotional mantra (one that is constantly, repeated). Divine Inspiration
Ra-pan-tey: Path of the Faithful (devout) ; Path of pure, intent-free devotion. Pan = blessed path
chi-thraa: perception, clarity
a-van-ghem: beneficent help
Att: indeed
Mazda: Great Wisdom dispenser
dai-bish-yan-tey: untruthful, ethically challenged
Zasta ish-taish: (zasta: devoted offering, ish: wish) with industrious hands. We reap what we sow
Darsh-taa: Vision (darshana), realization
Ae-neng-hem: Viscious
Atar- Ahura Mazda Puthra
Athro Ahurahe Mazdao puthraa,
Aathraa, the purifier, Son of the Immortal Creator who rules, exclusively, through wisdom,
Tava Atarsh Puthra Ahurahe Mazdao,
That is, that divine, purifying flame, through who we communicate with Thee, O Wise Creator
Athro Ahurahe Mazdao Puthraa,
Aathraa, the purifier, Son of the Immortal Creator who rules, exclusively, through wisdom,
Khvarenangho Savangho Mazda-dhatahe
Is that Royal, glowing, celebrated radiance, created by the Lord of Wisdom,
Airyanaam khvareno Mazda dhatanam,
That divine radiance bestowed on the Arya, who actively and deliberately promote the cause of Truth & Justice
Kavaheyaa-cha khvarenangho Mazda-dhatahe,
That radiance of Knowledge and Wisdom bestowed on the Great Kavas (the Philosopher-Kings),
Athro Ahurahe Mazdao Puthraa,
Aathraa, the purifier, Son of the Immortal Creator who rules, exclusively, through wisdom,
Kavoish Hao-sravanghahe, Varoish Hao-sravanghahe
Is that divinity that Inspiries the ruling Kava; that always Protects
Asna vantahe, garaoish mazda dhatahe
Like that Giant mountain, Asna-Vantahe created by the lord of wisdom
Chae-chistahe varoish mazda dhatahe
Whose melting waters feed the lake, that nourishes us; Athra collects into the divine lake of Insight
Kavaheyaa-cha khvarenangho Mazda-dhatahe,
It is that radiance of Knowledge and Wisdom bestowed on the Great wise Kavas, the Philosopher-Kings,
Athro Ahurahe Mazdao Puthraa,
Aathraa, the purifier, Son of the Immortal Creator who rules, exclusively, through wisdom,
Raevantahe garoish Mazda-dhatahe
Is that victorious Mountain of Light created by the Lord of Wisdom,
Kavaheyaa-cha khvarenangho Mazda-dhatahe,
That radiance of Knowledge and Wisdom bestowed on the Great wise Kavas, the Philosopher-Kings,
Athro Ahurahe Mazdao Puthraa
Aathraa, the purifier, Son of the Immortal Creator who rules, exclusively, through wisdom,
Atarsh spenta ratheshtara, Yazata pouru khvarenangha, Yazata pouru baeshaza
Is that Warrior of Pure Intention, the foremost in divine radiance, the foremost divinity worthy of invocation
Athro Ahurahe Mazdao Puthraa
Aathraa, the purifier, Son of the Immortal Creator who rules, exclusively, through wisdom,
Mat Vispabyo, aterabyo, kshatro nafedro nairyo sanghahe yazatahe,
That councillor burning within mankind, their source of Strength, that divinity worthy of invocation.
Kshnotra yasnai-cha, vahmai-cha, ksnothrai-cha, frsasteyacha
That source of divine Strength, that spiritual wealth, helping us to improve continuously
Yathaa Ahu Vairyo Zaotaa fraa may mru-tey
Athaa Ratush ashaat-chit hacha, fraa asha-va vidh-vaao mraotu.
Just as pledge alliance to Thee consciously, O Almighty Creator of all Life, Through reasoned, fact based, intelligent Choice
So do I consciously seek guidance, from that advanced Soul, the priest (Zaotar/Zotr), who invokes thee, about the continuously improving myself,
About Igniting (Chit) the flame of divinity (Rt-ush) within me,
Through deeds, based on knowledge, which are Pure, True and Just
AP- Dedication to the Flowing Divine Waters
The Ideal Blessing: (Ys. 68.10-11)
Ye vo aapo van-guish yazaite
This wave of divine waters do I invoke for that victorious soul
Ahura-naish ahura-he
who follows the glorious path recommended by our Creator
Vahishta-byo Zao-thraa-byo
Onto him, the flowing divine waters of wealth (knowledge), most desired
Sraeshtabyo Zao-thraa-byo
Onto him, the flowing divine waters that Inspire
Dahmo Pairi Angar-ash-ta-byo Zao-thraa-byo
Unto our blessed lands, the flowing divine waters bringing Light and Luster
Ahmai ra-escha, Khware-naish-chaa
Onto us, Thy warm Light of Wisdom and the radiance of Purity
Ahmai tanvo drava-tatem
Onto us (our bodies), Mental and Physical well being
Ahmai tanvo vazd-vare
Onto us (our bodies) , physical Endurance to face life’s storms
Ahmai tanvo verethrem
Onto us, Victory over physical imperfections
Ahmai ishteem, pourush khwaterem,
Onto us the desired prime warm satisfaction of achievement
Ahmai asnam-cheet frazanteem
Onto us, always improving progeny endowed with insight
Ahmai dregam drego-jitim
Onto us, victory against the forces of darkness
Ahmai vahishtem
Onto us, the greatest wealth, wished for
Ahoom ashaonem rao-changem vispo khwaterem
Alignment with TRUTH, through knowledge and intellect
Atha jamyaat yatha afriname
May it always be so
Dadvah AHU-RA MAZ-DA: (Dai-pad-Mehr)
Mantric Devotional to the Creator Ahura Mazda.:
Yasna 28.1:
Ah-yaa Vaa-saa ney-mang-haa
I reach out to Thee; O Ocean of Wisdom,
Us-tana Zas-to raf (e)-dhraa-hi yaa
For thy Light; that light which energizes my body, fueling an Ecstasy for thee
Man-ye-ush Maz-da pouru-veem
For that Primal ability to deliberate (reason) wisely, and
Spenta-hyaa Ash-aa vis-peng Shyao-thnaa
That positive, constructive attitude to carry out actions that will determine my destiny.
Van-ghe-ush Khraa-toom man-ang-ho,
Becoming that victorious soul, whose glowing, lustrous deeds inspires others to follow;
Yaa Shnee-vee-shaa, Gay-ush-chaa Ur-vaa-nem
Along that blessed path which brings Hope and joy to the selfless soul of the universe.
Word Philology:
Aah-Yaa: Reaching out to Thee (Similar to “Ahe Raya” invocation in the Yashts.
Aah = reach out to /desire to obtain
Yaa=
Vas-aa: Wealth (success) provider.
Ney-man-ghaa: Nema + Man-gha= Bowing (in admiration) to that limitless mind
Nema: Obeisant/to bow down to
+ Man-gha : the crucible (Gha) that holds the Man (the mind-the source of reasoning ability).
The creator is thus defined as that entity whose body is the Mind (Intelligence, Wisdom); a mind that is infinitely huge, of limitless boundries-- the Ocean of Wisdom.
Us-tana : the divine aura that permeates, showers the devotee with Bliss and splendor..
Us/Ush: Light, that which burns- glows.
Tana: Body
Zas-to: Fervour-full offering; with energetic devotion; with out stretched arms.
Raf(e)-dhraa-hi yaa: Blissful Ecstasy (single minded devotion that leads to ecstacy).
Rafe’: bliss
Dhraa = (sight)- Dhrishti
Man-ye-ush : Reasoning Mind (Mun/Man), led by Light (Ush), of Intelligence, of knowledge, of Wisdom
Maz-da: Lord of Intellect, Wisdom
Maaz : Great (mah)
Dha = Rule of Light (Wisdom, Intelligence)
Pouru-veem: complete/ all encompassing/first and foremost.
Pouru/Puru: First. Pouru/Puru also references the first or foremost man.
Veem: Derived from the root “Vi” or “Vee” means limitless.
Spenta-hyaa: of the most pure and holy
Spen-ta: the pure, positive component of the universe, aligned to Truth, that catalyzes mankind to positive thoughts and activities, the foundation of continuous improvement.
Ash-a : Reality, Truth, the algorithm of nature; the rhythm of the Universe (Knowledge + Justice)
vi-speng : all encompassing, that sees/observes everything.
“Vi” = bird (eagle); meaning one who has a great, overall view of the earth.
Shyao-thnaa : Deeds/actions
Van-ghe-ush: Victorious Soul
Van: Victorious + Geush: Soul (The crucible (Gh) holding the Light (Ush)
Khraa-toom: radiating, aura exuding………..the beacon light of knowledge.
Man-ang-ho: Whose Body (Ang) is lead by the reasoning (Man/Mun), analytical, inteligent mind.
Yaa : thus
Kshney-vee-shaa: bring solace to (Xn =Saa = bind; Vish-aa = all encompassing, which enters everything.
“Vish” is the root word of Vishnu ) serve/bring solace to
Ge-ush-chaa: of the selfless mother earth
Urva-nem: Urva + Nama: in the name of, pledging alliance, paying obeisance to Selflessness
Mihr
Yasna 31.5:
Tat Moi Vi-chi-dhyai Vao- chaa
This do I wish to inquire for my doubtless
comprehension (understanding)
Hyaat Moi Asha daataa va-hi-yo
Why, that path aligned to Righteousness
-Justice-Truth, ordained by Thee, is the ideal Reality of life,
Veed(u)-yey Vo-hoo Man-an-gha
Enlighten me, O beloved Charioteer of the
Highest heavens,
Men-chaa dai-dhyaai yey-hyaa maa-er-shish
May I have light on the path I traverse? May I acquire the ability to make intelligent choices to accomplish the highest good?
Taa cheet Mazda Ahura
May I be stimulated/inspired by thy glorious radiance of knowledge and achieve Insight (perception), O Ahura Mazda
Yaa noit vaa ang-hat ang-hai ti-vaa
To successfully handle all of life’s challenges.
Philology:
Tat: This/that
Moi: (unto) me
Vi-chi-dhyai: Intelligent inquiry (Vi-chi: Inquiry + dhyai : knowledge/Intelligence
Vao- chaa: of complete (doubtless) comprehension
Hyaat: How/what
Moi: me
Asha: rhythmic Universal (Law)
Daa-taa: divinely ordained/bestowed (Vedic Daitya)
va-h-myo : better path (of Vohu Manangha…………….Love, high mindedness)
Veed(u)-yey: know
Vohoo Man-an-gha: highest (divine, beloved) mindedness: Love and Compassion
Men-chaa: exalted
dai-dhyaai: to uphold, to accomplish (through intellect)
ye-mhyaa: whatever
maa-er-shish: Meher(light) + Ashish(beneficence, crucible of all knowledge) =
All Light (of knowledge)
Taa : That
Cheet: blazing flame of conscious (knowledge and perception)
Mazda Ahura: Great Dispensor and Creator
Yaa: those
Noit: not
vaa : whether
ang-hat: body
ang-hai ti-vaa: endurance (of the body)
I invoke thee, O Great, Wise Creator. Shine Light & Stimulate-Inspire my consciousness,
I recite these holy concentrated MANTRAS.
Mantras, that pierce comprehension (stimulate my intellect) into the depths of my soul
Which are easily memorized & help us appreciate & understand thy positive & constructive nature
Through Mantras that inspire me to reform, renovation & continuous improvement.
Whose blazing, protective hearth, pierces through (stimulates) our intellect, feeds & protects our spirituality, drenching our bodies with light of knowledge & a higher consciousness; like the divine waters of the melting snows of the magnificent Mountain Bereta .
(pronounced D’-Ray) is cognate with Darsa (Darshan-vision- communion) with the Lord; in this case through recitation of the holy mantras
“worthy of devotion”; source of protection. A designation for the Creator Ahura Mazda; Vedic Pati,
Cognate word: paata = the Protector, the 41st name of Ahura Mazda (Out of 72 in Hormazd Yasht)
Names such as Patra or Petra for Protector (pat/pet) & Tr (concentration of) meaning protective leader indicate the antiquity of the language.
ZAO, meaning divine, holy waters, melting from the snow of the divine mountain (Bereta) & collecting into the divine lake-reservoir (allegorically, the wealth of knowledge).
Identified as Chae-chishtahe Varoish – the crucible of insightful knowledge; in the Atash Neyash; It is reflected in the Boi ceremony in the Atash Behraam, wherein the base of the fire crucible is washed prior to the invocation.