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'WHAT'S A MANTRA?'   -   BEST ANSWER

4/2/2019

 
Deriving from two Sanskrti words man meaning ‘thought’ or ‘mind’ and tra meaning ‘instrument’ mantra literally means instrument of mind or, in the Vedic view an instrument of consciousness. The Vedas state that mantras were revealed and received by ancient sages as tools to improve the quality of life and to achieve spiritual progress.

Thus, mantras can generally be divided into two categories: 1) those to develop spiritual an inner progress; 2) those to bring more favorable outer and material needs. A partial list of mantra uses could include:


  • raise consciousness
  • self-preparation for advancing toward higher states of being
  • help transition from mere material concerns to spiritual evolution
  • tap into positive, universal energies to overcome troubles and trials
  • assist in healing mind, body, emotions and spirit
  • remove negativity.
  • unite the lower self with the Higher Self.
The scientific and philosophical foundation of mantra practice rests on the reality that the universe is essentially a sound or vibration. Using a mantra empowers one to synchronize personal vibration with universal vibration.

Mantras are recited in three different ways: 1) out loud; 2) in whispers; 3) silently within the mind. When beginning a mantra practice, it is advisable to start by repeating the mantra out loud to become comfortable with it, then moving toward a whispered mantra eventually reciting it silently in the mind. It is taught that mantras chanted silently within the mind are more powerful because their vibration is beyond ordinary hearing sound.




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