The Basics
What Are Mantras?
Mantras can be defined as words or even syllables that can when chanted repeatedly cause transformations in a person’s life. They can have an impact on various aspects of a person such as the mind and also the body. There are different types of mantras that are used for specific purposes. For instance, there are mantras that are used to invoke peace and happiness in a person. There are also mantras that help in the spiritual growth of a person.
The whole concept of mantras can be traced back to the power of words. This can be traced back even in Biblical terms. It is said that God created the whole universe simply by using words. For instance, he created day and nights by simply stating “Let there be light!”He even created man and woman by simply declaring it in a loud clear and firm voice. Human beings can also order some changed in their lives through the same way.
The Bible talks about God creating the whole universe simply by using words as commands. This is the same as the use of mantras.
The power that mantras can bestow upon a person is one of the reasons why this practice has been highly adapted in Hinduism and Buddhism. It is believed that a person can’t grow spirituality without the use of specific mantras.
Mantras can also be described as sounds that are energy based. In most cases, repeated recitation of mantras can cause vibrations through the body. This is explained as a reaction that can come as a result of producing a specific sound that taps into the energy around the person making the sounds. These vibrations are felt also in the brain of the person. This is what makes the mantras very effective especially in changing a person’s mind frame.
Origin
Mantras originate from Indian traditional doctrines. They were first apart of a group of people called the Vedics. These people used mantras as part of their tradition. However, with time this tradition became accepted all over India by all traditions.
This then led to the worldwide acceptance of mantras. Mantra has been accepted in different religions too such as Hinduism, Sikhism, and Buddhism. In recent times, there are also mantras that are now being used even by Christians.
Mantras form basis for many religions such as Hinduism
One of the most commonly used mantras is the Aum mantra. This single syllable has very many different positive impacts on a person. This specific mantra is also considered as a direct representation of god himself. It also represents all the creation in its entirety. This kind of mantra can be used to bring order and peace in a person’s body and mind. It can also be used for spiritual awakening and making a person more in tune with their god.
Why Do People Use Mantras?
Mantras are used for a variety of purposes. All these depend on the type of mantra being used and also the traditions of the people using the mantras. A mantra can also be used depending to an individual interpretation. For instance, a person may use a given mantra to help them become happier. It doesn’t matter whether this mantra is specifically meant for this use or not. If a person believes that it will work for them, then it definitely does.
The way the mantra is chanted also has an impact on how it works. For instance, there are some mantras that have a number of benefits in accordance to the frequency at which they are chanted. The higher the number of chants, the higher the amount of blessings and benefits accrued from the mantra. One mantra that works this way is the shrim mantra. This is termed as the mantra of abundance. The more you recite this mantra, the more you get.
Mantras also differ according to the persons using them, For instance, mantras used in traditional Hinduism or Buddhism may not be the same as those used in Christianity.
Who Can Use Mantras?
Mantras can be used by different people such as:
Any person can actually use mantras to improve the quality of their lives.
Different people including both men and women can use mantras to make their lives much better.