Shanmukha Gayatri Mantra.

Shanmukha Gayatri Mantra is also known by different names such as Murugan Gayatri, Skanda Gayatri or Kartikeya Gayatri Mantra. If you are observing Skanda Shasti fasting, it is good to chant Shanmukha Gayatri Mantra 108 times in the morning after bath.

1. Om Thatpurushaya Vidhmahe
Maha Senaya Dhimahi
Thanno Skanda Prachodhayath

2. Om Thatpurushaya Vidhmahe
Maha Senaya Dhimahi
Thanno Shanmuga Prachodhayath

Meaning

Om, let us meditate on the Supreme lord who is the Supreme General of the great Deva Army, Lord Shanmukha or Muruga. May he enlighten us and guide us to be one with him.