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Mantra - Introduction: Encyclopedia II - Mantra - Introduction

Mantras have some features in common with spells in general, in that they are a translation of the human will or desire into a form of action. Indeed, Dr. Edward Conze, a scholar of Buddhism, frequently translated "mantra" as "spell". As symbols, sounds are seen to effect what they symbolise. Vocal sounds are frequently thought of as having magical powers, or even of representing the words or speech of a deity. For the authors of the Hindu scriptures of the Upanishads, the syllable Aum, itself constituting a mantra, represents Brahman, the g ...

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Mantra - Introduction: Encyclopedia - Vedic chant

The term Vedic chant refers to recitation of hymns of the Vedas, the most ancient scriptures of India, and the basis of the many Hindu traditions. Chanting of these hymns has continued for at least last three millennia and is believed to the oldest such religious tradition. Before the introduction of printed texts, the Vedas were passed from one generation to the next only by the oral tradition, which necessitated chanting and memorizing of these hymns. Vedas, Mantra, Yantra, Japa, Hare Krishna, ...

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Mantra - Introduction: What is meditation?

What is meditation?

Meditation can be considered a technique, or practice. It usually involves concentrating on an object, such as a flower, a candle, a sound or word, or the breath. Over time, the number of random thoughts occuring diminishes. More importantly, your attachment to these thoughts, and your identification with them, progressively become less.

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Mantra - Introduction: How is meditation different from relaxation, thinking, concentration or self-hypnosis?

How is meditation different from relaxation, thinking, concentration or self-hypnosis?

Relaxation: Relaxation is a common by-product of meditation� Thinking: Thoughts generally consume energy in the process of their formation� Concentration: Meditation begins with concentration, but after an initial period of concentration.. Self-hypnosis: Self-hypnosis, like meditation, involves at least an initial period of concentration on an object�

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Mantra - Introduction: What are the different meditation techniques?

What are the different meditation techniques?

Meditation involves concentrating on something to take our attention beyond the random thought activity that is usually going on in our heads. This can involve a solid object or picture, a mantra, breath, or guided visualization.

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Mantra - Introduction: Which is the right meditation technique right for me?

Which is the "right" meditation technique right for me?

There is no "right" meditation technique for everybody. Some techniques work better for certain people while other techniques work better for other people. The important thing is to find what works for you.

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Mantra - Introduction: What are the abc's of meditation?

What are the abc's of meditation?

There are a few recommended guidelines for meditation:

* It should be done every day, preferably at the same time

* It should preferably be done before a meal rather than after a meal

* A spot should be set aside for meditation, which should be a quiet place and used for nothing but meditation

* One should sit with the spine straight and vertical (a chair is ok to use)

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Mantra - Introduction: Is there any religious implication or affiliation with meditation?

Is there any religious implication or affiliation with meditation?

Meditation has been and still is a central practice in eastern religions, for contacting "God" or one's higher Self. Christianity also has semblances of meditation, such as the biblical statement "The kingdom of heaven is within you".

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Mantra - Introduction: Does meditation have any ethical implications?

Does meditation have any ethical implications?

In many traditions meditation practice is a means for reinforcing ethical qualities. In these traditions, calmness of mind, peacefulness and happiness are possible in meditation and in life generally only if they are accompanied by the observance of ethical norms of behaviour.

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Mantra - Introduction: What is the best time of day to meditate?

What is the best time of day to meditate?

While meditation is beneficial at any time, most people who meditate agree that early morning is the best time to meditate. Part of the reason is that it is said that in early morning the hustle-and-bustle of the world has not yet begun and so it is easier to establish a meditative atmosphere. Having an early morning meditation also lets us carry some of the energy and peace of the meditation into our daily activities.

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Mantra - Introduction: Encyclopedia - Yisroel Ber Odesser

Yisroel Ber Odesser, also known as Reb Odesser (1905-1994) was a controversial figure in the Breslov movement. He is best known for revealing and teaching the Na Nach Nachma mantra in his old age in Jerusalem. Yisroel Ber Odesser - Introduction to Breslov. Odesser was born in Tiberias, Israel to a family which for generations were Karliner Hasidim. (His great-great-grandfather, Rabbi Yekutiel Zalman Leib, was a close disciple of Rabbi Abraham Kalisker, a major disciple of the Baal Shem Tov.) In his y ...

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Mantra - Introduction: Encyclopedia II - Vedic chant - Popular Vedic Chants

The Hare Krishna mantra, also known as the 'Maha'-Mantra: (pronounced ha-ray, krish-nah, and rar-mah respectively) 'Hare Krishna Hare Krishna, Krishna Krishna Hare Hare, Hare Rama Hare Rama, Rama Rama Hare Hare.' Om : (pronounced as in home) Widespread in most paths of Hinduism, and used as a seed sound for many of the more complcated mantras. It is the sound representation of the Supreme Divine Energy. Om Tat Sat is said in the Bhagavad- ...

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