Question for Swamiji on Language and the Spirit

[Guest guest]

Swamiji,

 

For those of us who never went to India, or know only Western

languages ... but, when we hear some chanting in some other

language ... it seems to really move us. How can this be? Are we

being a little fanciful, or, are the sounds resonating at some level

past language ... or ... what? This seems like it can happen not

only with Sanskrit chanting, but other chants, like Tibetan

Buddhists, etc.

 

And, it feels as if the level of their sadhana is conveyed via that

chanting, too ... is this an accurate perception, or, a lively new-

ager imagination at work?

 

For those who understand the language, and those who do not

understand the translated meaning ... is there a difference in the

effect of hearing the Chandi recitation ... or if there is a

difference, is it all beneficial in either case?

 

Perhaps the pure act of a Guru benefits all, no matter the language,

what species, any being within contact can benefit.

 

Pranams,

 

Steve