Guest guest Posted August 16, 2007 Report Share Posted August 16, 2007 Kirtana (from "Prakruti" by Robert Svoboda, essential reading) "A mind filled with fear holds onto it's fear tenaciously and releases it only after consistent application of mental heat and oil, which is Sneha, sincere affection. Mental inertia requires strenuous stimulation to induce it to purify. Of course, if the individual's mind is weak and the disorder is strong, purification is unwise, as it will further weaken the mind. Then balancing of Rajas and Tamas with the power of Sattva is first essential. Mental rejuvenation is indicated in such cases. When the mind is filled with Ama created from unsatisfactory interpersonal relationships, fasting from cravings is a must. There is even a mental Triphala to help scrape away the old Ama of selfish attachments. It is called Kirtana, the devotional singing of God's name. Even if you don't believe in a God with form, you can select a name which represents whatever you do believe in, and repeat it with devotion, allowing that force to enter and heal you. Kirtana is also the best rejuvenator, because it helps us rectify our relationship with Nature". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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