Sacred Rivers Invocation Shloka

A beautiful water-purification prayer inviting holy rivers to bless the water we use.

Shloka & Meaning

This shloka is a respectful request to the seven sacred rivers of India to purify the water we use each day.

Sanskrit:
Gange cha Yamune chaiva Godavari Saraswati,
Narmade Sindhu Kaveri jalesmin sannidhim kuru.

Meaning:
O Holy Rivers — Ganga, Yamuna, Godavari, Saraswati, Narmada, Sindhu, and Kaveri — please be present in this water and bless it with purity and goodness.

Breaking Down the Magic Words (For Kids)

Each river in the shloka carries a special blessing — purity, strength, peace, wisdom, and positivity!

• Ganga – Symbol of purity and goodness.
• Yamuna – Represents love and devotion.
• Godavari – Brings power and strength.
• Saraswati – Goddess of wisdom and learning.
• Narmada – River of peace and calmness.
• Sindhu – Represents life and energy.
• Kaveri – Brings nourishment and prosperity.

Benefits of Chanting

This prayer helps kids feel thankful for water and develops respect for nature.

• Builds gratitude for natural resources.
• Creates peaceful and positive vibrations.
• Encourages environmental awareness.
• Purifies thoughts and calms the mind.

Why, When & How to Chant

A simple chant to practice gratitude every time we use water.

• Why: To honor nature and purify the water we use.
• When: During bath time, before drinking water, or morning prayers.
• How: Chant softly, imagining the holy rivers blessing the water.