THE SIGNIFICANCE OF CHANTING OM SARAVANA BHAVAYA NAMAHA
Written By: Mrs. Sowmya Nikhil A Mantra is that which uplifts one’s soul by repetition. Most Mantras are prefixed with ‘OM’, the primordial sound. ‘Om’ also known as the seed mantra signifies the four states of human consciousness. They are: (1) the Awakened state (2) Dream state (3) Deep sleep state and (4) Thuriya (Pure Consciousness State). Thuriya state is the Consciousness that pervades all aspects of our life and represents the Infinite Supreme One. ‘Nama Smaran’ (Chanting of the Divine name) and ‘Nama Sankeertan’ (Singing about Divinity) are two of the easiest ways to reach God and attain salvation. The mantra can be chanted verbally or mentally. This is called as ‘Japa’. As the practice evolves, one will experience the essence of the mantra staying within them all the time. A feeling of bliss or contentment will pervade at all levels. This constant awareness is Ajapa-Japa of the mantra. Maha Mantra for Lord Muruga According to the Kantha Puranam written by Kachiappar Sivachar
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