Why are mantras, what effect they have, how and why you can use them - read more about this in our article.
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The influence on the life of a person of the words he pronounced has long been noticed by people. Our thoughts and words are a certain energy that can change the material world. As soon as a person focuses on a certain thought, the Universe around, as it were, begins to “adapt”, changing reality in the right direction.
What power does the sound have?
Modern science recognizes the fact that many millennia ago formed the basis of the Vedic tradition. The whole world around us is nothing more than a sound.
- Recent discoveries in the field of quantum physics prove that the Universe is a single vibration.
- Sound has a shape and structure, and all the reality surrounding us with material and intangible objects is one pulsating fractal - sound.
What is a mantra?
Mantra is a pronounced sound, word or poem containing the name of the deity. The sound of the mantra resembles vibration, since the syllables or their combinations are rhythmically repeated a large number of times.
Repetition of the mantra leads to a change in the consciousness of the practitioner, makes it possible to liberate from evil thoughts, and withdraws to a new spiritual level.
The word "mantra" translated from Sanskrit looks like:
- man - mind, thoughts, reflection
- tram - protection, amulet, liberation
The practice of using the mantra originates from ancient times and is more related to the spiritual culture of the ancient East - Hinduism and Buddhism. Now the use of mantras is common among people practicing yoga, pranayama, meditation techniques.
Mantra is a powerful energy embodied in sound form, capable of influencing the mental, emotional and physical state, the perception of the universe and its place in it.
The regular practice of reading mantras changes thinking at the subconscious level, reveals the internal potential, raises consciousness to a higher spiritual level, changes the perception of the surrounding reality.
How does the mantra work?
In critical situations, when emotions or physical tension is too high, a person needs relaxation, otherwise the psyche and body simply cannot withstand overloads. Most people in the modern world do not know what mental rest is. The time spent on social networks or with a glass of alcohol does not help to relax and gain emotional balance. Extraneous conversations, the excessive flow of information only “clog” our energy.
- Mantra helps a person calm down, release extra thoughts, transform the internal state.
- The action of mantras can be compared with the sound of instrumental music, which is a link between the mind and soul of a person.
- The mantra works like a tuning fork - under the influence of this reference sound, vibration arises, which is aimed at healing the soul and body, achieving harmony with the world.
How to read the mantra?
- To read the mantra, there are no special conditions - you just need to retire, take a convenient position and repeat the mantra in a certain number of times, trying to sake sound or find a certain rhythm. In this state, the brain involuntarily concentrates on the sound itself, all negative thoughts, fears leave.
- Mantras can be pronounced in silence or under a quiet calm music, you can use the sounds of nature. Each sound of the mantra contains a huge meaning, so you need to pronounce it very accurately. It is better to learn by heart the word and pronounce them with closed eyes, trying not to focus on pronunciation, but only on the sound itself.
- It is very important to use the mantra suitable for you - the character, mood, aspirations. If at the moment, you do not pursue a specific goal, you can choose a universal mantra.
- Sound combinations of mantra are an appeal to cosmic energy. The pronounced sound is a certain code that is comprehended by practitioners while reading the mantra. It is believed that the number of repetitions should be a multiple of 3 - the more, the better.
- You can start with a small number of repetitions - 9, 18, gradually trying to increase the number to 108 or more. So that during the pronunciation of the mantra, not to be distracted by the account, you can use the rosary.
The influence of mantra on our lives
During the pronunciation of the mantra, the practitioner is immersed in a special state - liberation from unnecessary thoughts, experiences, anxieties.
- Multiple repetition of sound combinations helps to tune into a certain energy wave and turn it into a pure positive energy of consciousness.
- The practitioner’s thoughts gain focus on action, the physical body receives a charge of vitality.
- The sound that is born when reading the mantra is absorbed by the internal organs and helps to “configure” their work, as well as calm the nervous system.
What is the difference between prayer and mantra?
Prayer and mantra are an appeal to the deity. But the mantra cannot be called a request for the fulfillment of a certain desire.
Mantra is a purification of the mind and soul of a person by pronouncing the name of God, prayer is communication with God.
In each religion, the name of God sounds different. Christians call him Jesus Christ, Jehovah, in the Muslim tradition there are 99 names of Allah, in Vedic literature - Rama, Krishna.
OM is a transcendental sound denoting the name of God.
Powerful mantras for every day
The simplest and strongest mantra is OM (A-u-m). It is pronounced to establish a connection - unity with the Creator.
- A - denotes the personality of God
- Y - inner divine energy
- M - all living things.
This sound is aimed at creating the vibration of the unity of the entire universe, helps to open internal energy channels, cleanse the mind, relax the body.
Giyatri Mantra - A powerful and miraculous force aimed at getting rid of troubles, anxieties, diseases, acquiring material goods and fulfilling desires. It helps to clear karma, charges the body with vigor, replenishes the mental strength and helps to comprehend the wisdom of the universe.
You need to pronounce the following words:
- Ohm
- Bhur bhuvah Suva-ha
- Tat Savitur Vare Unyam
- Bhargo-o Devasya Jimahi
- Dhio-Yo Nakhf Prach-Dayat
Mach Mantra It is very strong - through it a person turns to the energy of the Creator. It helps to cleanse consciousness, makes a clear mind, treats the physical body and soul.
Mantra words:
- Hare Krishna Hare Krishna
- Krishna Krishna Hare Hare
- Hare Rama Hare Rama
- Rama Rama Hare Hare
Om Nama Shivai - a strong installation that is aimed at the internal transformation of a person through energy flows. Such a mantra can be read every day or before any important event. The sounds of the mantra are based on the sound of all things enclosed in the name of God and 5 primary elements:
- On - Earth
- Ma - water
- Shi - fire
- Wa - air
- Ya - ether
Om Mani Padme Hum - A universal mantra that has a cleansing effect. It eliminates bad thoughts, gives strength and helps to restore peace of mind.
Om Gam Ganapatai NammAnd - the mantra of the god Ganesh, helps to acquire material well -being, to achieve success and prosperity in business.
Om Chancy Shanti - Mantra, aimed at attracting a positive bright energy of joy. She helps to protect herself from negative forces, gives calm and mental balance.
Om Sri Mahalakshmiyi Namam - A powerful mantra used to achieve good luck, spiritual enlightenment and material wealth.
Om Mahadevaya Namm - A miraculous mantra, aimed at finding unity with the Creator. Her reading helps to protect herself from negative energy on your way and call for guardian angels.
Reading the mantra should not be entertainment. You need to internally tune in to the adoption of the flow of energy - the only way you can achieve spiritual enlightenment and changes in material life. You can not use mantras only as a magic spell that eliminates failures. It is necessary to develop the level of consciousness - to read spiritual literature, to study various practices of self -knowledge for the adoption of peace and oneself.
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