ETERNITY OF SOUND AND THE SCIENCE OF MANTRAS

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Atmiya all,

 

The knowledge of Sabda Brahm – Nada Brahm is an important branch of

the Indian school of spirituality. The science and philosophy of Sabda

Brahm encompasses the methodology and effects of mantra-japa, prayers,

collective chanting and sadhanas of the veda-mantras and that of the

Nada Brahm deals with the genesis, expansion and influence of music. The

volume 19 of the "Pt. Shriram Sharma Acharya Vangmaya" series

presents truly rare and detailed information and guidance on this topic.

The present book is compiled from the English translation of the first

two chapters of this volume that focus on the cosmic dimensions of sound

and the sceince of mantras.

 

Linguistically, the word mantra in Sanskrit implies a specific structure

of sonic patterns – coded in syllables and vowels, that works as an

spiriutal tool to liberate the mind from ignorance, illusion and evil

instincts. The specific configurations of syllables and the

corresponding combinations of phonemes in the mantras make the latter

powerful `carriers' of the cosmic energy of sound. The book

presents a perspicuous introduction with analysis of multiple aspects of

the physical and subliminal impact of sound and the structure of

mantras. It also highlights authentic reports on scientific experiments

in this direction.

 

The book is found on following link;

 

http://www.awgp.org/english/books/mantra_science.pdf

<http://www.awgp.org/english/books/mantra_science.pdf>

 

Different methods of rhythmic enunciation (japa) and spiritual practices

(sadhanas) of vedic mantras are described here with adept guidance. The

author, Pt. Shriram Sharma Acharya also focuses on mantra yoga as an

effective endeavor to master the generation and utilization, without any

external means or instruments, of the immense powers of sound for

specific noble purposes. Although the vedic mantras could be well

expressed vocally as prose or verse, the method of singing them in

specific rythms as hymns was given principal importance by the rishis.

Hence the unique spectrum of vedic swaras and the gamut of chanting

patterns for mantras were evolved and encoded in the Sama Veda

 

The Sama Veda contains divine knowledge of the miraculous spiritual flow

of music that can effectuate a vivid connection of the individual

`self' with thy-self. The author highlights the crucial role of

this Veda and discusses the present status of the schools of sama gana

in the context of the difficulties faced today in identifying the best

chanting patterns for the Vedic Mantras .

 

The sadhanas of mantras yoga together with nada yoga are integral parts

of the spiritual experiments on awakening of the kundallini and

realization of the Brahm through omkar . These topics too are covered

here sagaciously in scientific light. The paramount role of vak

(absolutely refined voice) in mantra yoga is emphasized with necessary

guidance. The author describes the four successively subtler levels of

human voice (vani) and presents the methods, for the control and

refinement of the vani and mental faculties, which can be practised by

everybody in day-to-day life. These sadanas gradually lead to the

spiritual elevation of the vani up to the supreme level – the vak.

 

He further illustrates – how the hidden spiritual powers of a mantra

are aroused by japa through such a spiriutally empowered voice. And how

the materialization of the blessings and curses also becomes possible

because of the power of vak . Authentic examples and scientific

evidences of the modern times are presented in this book with relevant

excerpts from the scriptures to support and explain the enormous

potentials of refined vani.

 

Acharya Sharma's elucidation of the esoteric and complex subject

matter of Sabda Brahm and Mantras is indeed lucid, logical and

scientific. The book also outlines – how the modern science could

offer multifaceted benefits towards the incessant welfare of human

society by constructive investigations in the Science of Mantras.

 

Any questions, comments most welcome.

 

Datta Pandya

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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[Guest guest]

Dear all,

 

I would like to respond on some texts written.

 

One person wrote it is safer to live basically celibate while pursuing

spirituality.

 

We gather on a egroup called Shakti-Sadhana.

 

Many people here i heard have a guru. Is it not wiser to ask him personally?

I presume that we all know that for different people there are different

answers. Why can we just not confide in that? Must we release all kinds of

theories?

 

My guru actually guided me in lovemaking with several Shaktis. It is not

easy.

 

Men among each other in a spiritual setting are very often very fine with

each other. Women mostly seem to be having some problems with self or each

other about cooking, management, creativity, discipline, freedom, jealousy,

taste, dominence, sacrifice, servientship, unique expression, sizes and the

like.

 

My teacher said that water that is stagnent, will rot and start to smell.

 

He also said that the precious sperm should not go down the drain.

 

Now every vira must be able to do some contemplation.

 

Perhaps the guru recommends us to have intercourse with another Shakti every

new and full moon. That instruction will only be for you and not to be

disclosed. This is how i understood the teachings in this context.

 

Om Namah Shivaya.

 

 

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