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MANTRA

MANTRA. By Lisa Hancock & Sonia Sanchez. The word Mantra has two parts; One being MAN , which is the root of the Sanskrit word for mind. ( sanskrit means sounds of a language which are pieces of sound that have exactly one vowel.) Secondly; TRA which is the root of the word instrument.

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MANTRA

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  1. MANTRA By Lisa Hancock & Sonia Sanchez

  2. The word Mantra has two parts; One being MAN, which is the root of the Sanskrit word for mind. (sanskrit means sounds of a language which are pieces of sound that have exactly one vowel.) Secondly; TRA which is the root of the word instrument. Together they mean an instrument of the mind. A mantra is a powerful sound or vibration that you may use to enter a deep state of meditation. What is Mantra?.....

  3. Powerful way to enter the silence of the mind. When repeated it creates a mental vibration that allows the mind to experience deeper levels of awareness. Helps to disconnect from thoughts filling your mind so that you slip into the gap between thoughts. Is a tool to support your meditation practice. Helps to connect to the spirit, the source of everything in the universe. Why chant mantra silently?...

  4. Induces specific vibrations in the mind. Different mantras for different intentions. In some spiritual traditions the pronunciation does matter. On a non-local level of intelligence it does not matter. Why do we use different mantras & does the pronunciation matter?...

  5. Used in Kirtan Kriya, Kundalini Yoga. Highest of all and the most fundamental mantra in Kundalini yoga. Important to go slow and follow the guidelines. Exploits the power of mantras, hand positions (mudras), mind power, naad yoga(yoga of sound) to work its magic. Understood as existence, life, death and rebirth. Sa Ta Na Ma Mantra….

  6. Increases intuitive abilities and psychic powers. Clears the system of negative emotions, traumas and impressions. Heals, balances and uplifts the emotional body. Builds concentration and mental focus. Bestows peace and tranquility. Gives one awareness of one’s Divine Infinite Nature. Benefits of Kirtan Kriya…

  7. Design of Kirtan Mantra meditation

  8. Mudra meanings…

  9. Is a Panchakshara Mantra and is known as the great redeeming mantra. Meaning “I bow to Lord Shiva” (Shiva is the supreme reality, the inner self). Most popular mantra, is at the heart of Vedas and Tantra and traditionally used in other variations in the Himalayan. Om Namah Shivaya…

  10. Meaning of Om Namah Shivaya

  11. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=buGoW02WL-w Video of chant

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