Dattatreya
Sanskrit Name
दत्तात्रेय
Meaning
The Three-Formed One
Preferred Time
Thursday mornings
Dattatreya
Sanskrit Name
दत्तात्रेय
Meaning
The Three-Formed One
Preferred Time
Thursday mornings
Dattatreya embodies the trinity of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva, representing the complete spectrum of spiritual wisdom. As the supreme guru, he symbolizes the integration of creation, preservation, and transformation in spiritual practice. His teachings emphasize direct experience, natural simplicity, and the unity of all paths to truth.
Significance
- ❁ Embodiment of the divine trinity
- ❁ Supreme teacher of yoga and wisdom
- ❁ Master of all spiritual paths
- ❁ Guide to self-realization
Spiritual Practice
Daily Practices
- ❁ Meditation on the three faces
- ❁ Recitation of Dattatreya mantras
- ❁ Study of Avadhuta Gita
- ❁ Contemplation of natural wisdom
Essential Aspects
- ❁ Maintaining simplicity
- ❁ Learning from nature
- ❁ Practicing detachment
- ❁ Integrating different paths
Key Aspects
- ❁ Trinity embodiment
- ❁ Natural wisdom
- ❁ Direct experience
- ❁ Complete integration
Common Misconceptions
| Only for advanced seekers | Accessible to all sincere aspirants |
| Requires complex practices | Emphasizes natural simplicity |
| Limited to Hindu tradition | Universal in approach and teaching |
| Only about renunciation | Teaches balance in all aspects of life |
Special Observances
Forms and Aspects
| Trimurti Datta | Three-faced form of the trinity |
| Digambara | The sky-clad ascetic form |
| Avadhuta | The liberated sage |
| Guru Datta | The supreme teacher |
Modern Applications
Personal Growth
- ❁ Integrative approach to life
- ❁ Natural problem-solving
- ❁ Balanced living
- ❁ Spiritual discernment
Spiritual Development
- ❁ Direct spiritual experience
- ❁ Path integration
- ❁ Natural wisdom
- ❁ Inner guidance
Spiritual Benefits
Additional Information
Yantra
Dattatreya Yantra
Direction
North-East
Colors
Yellow and White
Elements
All five elements
Gemstones
Yellow Sapphire
Core Essence
Dattatreya represents the supreme principle of spiritual guidance and integration. As the embodiment of the trinity, he teaches that all spiritual paths lead to the same truth, and that wisdom can be found in the simplicity of nature. His presence guides seekers to direct realization through natural understanding and complete integration of spiritual principles.
Major Festivals
Datta Jayanti
Margashirsha Purnima (December)
Birth celebration of Lord Dattatreya, observed with great devotion and spiritual practices.
Significance
Most auspicious day for Datta worship
Spiritual initiation time
Enhanced guru blessings
Special spiritual energy
Rituals
Guru puja
Special abhishekam
Vedic chanting
Spiritual discourses
Special Offerings
Yellow flowers
Sacred threads
Fruits and sweets
Spiritual texts
Gurupurnima
Ashadha Purnima (July)
Special festival honoring the guru tradition, particularly significant for Dattatreya worship.
Significance
Guru worship day
Spiritual transmission
Divine knowledge
Guru-disciple bond
Rituals
Guru pada puja
Spiritual teachings
Mantra initiation
Sacred offerings
Regional Festivals
Datta Mala
Maharashtra and Karnataka
Month-long observance of special Dattatreya worship.
Daily circumambulation
Special pujas
Spiritual retreats
Margashirsha month
Avadhoota Chintan
Various Datta centers
Special observance focusing on the Avadhoota aspect of Dattatreya.
Yogic practices
Meditation sessions
Spiritual discussions
Based on local traditions
Mantras
Please note: These mantras should be practiced with caution. It is highly recommended to consult with a guru or an experienced practitioner before embarking on any deity's sadhana (spiritual practice).
ॐ दिगम्बराय विद्महे अत्रिपुत्राय धीमहि तन्नो दत्तः प्रचोदयात्
We meditate upon the sky-clad one, son of Atri; May Datta illuminate our understanding
ॐ दत्तात्रेयाय नमः
Salutations to Lord Dattatreya
ॐ दत्त दत्त जय दत्त जय जय दत्त
Victory to Lord Datta
Offerings
Fresh Fruits
Representing natural purity
Coconut
Symbol of ego surrender
Incense
For purification of space
Yellow Flowers
Representing wisdom and devotion
Pure Water
Symbol of mental clarity
Ritual Timing
Preferred Time
Thursday mornings
Muhurta
Brahma Muhurta
Special Occasions
Full Moon days and Thursdays
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Major Temples
Sri Dattatreya Temple
Ganagapur, Karnataka, India
One of the most important Dattatreya temples, considered the main center of Datta tradition. Known for its powerful spiritual energy and continuous worship traditions.
Significance
Main center of Dattatreya worship
Site of Lord Dattatreya's penance
Ancient guru traditions
Powerful spiritual energy center
Narasimha Saraswati Temple
Audumbar, Maharashtra, India
Sacred temple associated with Sri Narasimha Saraswati, a prominent incarnation of Dattatreya. Known for its spiritual power and healing traditions.
Significance
Associated with Datta avatar
Ancient healing traditions
Spiritual initiation center
Regular guru worship
Datta Mandir
Girnar, Gujarat, India
Historic temple atop Mount Girnar, where Dattatreya is believed to have performed penance. Known for its ancient spiritual traditions.
Significance
Ancient meditation site
Mountain temple traditions
Yogic practices center
Spiritual initiation venue
Regional Temples
Dattatreya Temple
Mahur, Maharashtra, India
Important shrine associated with Dattatreya's manifestation as Mahur Datta.
Sri Datta Venkateshwara Temple
Mysore, Karnataka, India
Modern temple maintaining traditional Dattatreya worship practices.
Datta Akhada
Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, India
Ancient center of Dattatreya tradition with unique worship practices.