Mantra Chanting

What is mantra chanting?

Chanting of mantra was a concept of the Vedic saints that includes
mantras as one of the main forms of worship, whose end is seen as
salvation. Basically, Mantra Jaap means repeating the mantra. Reciting
Mantra has become an established feature of the Hindu practices. Mantra
Japa involves repetition of mantra again and again, usually 108 times
completes one cycle. Due to this, the rosary (mala) used for mantra jaap
has 108 beads in it.

POWER OF MANTRA CHANTING!!!!!

It is believed that through mantra jaap, the devotee attains concentration
and focus on the chosen deity or the main idea of the mantra. One can
attain peace of mind quickly by chanting mantra. With prolong and
constant practice, the inherent power of the Mantra (Mantra-Shakti) will
be awakened, which will fill your very existence with the Divinity of the
Mantra.

Practical Aids to Japa

Sit facing east or north during the practice. This enhances the
effectiveness of the Jaap.

Do not chant mantra in haste. Do it slowly with feeling, concentration of

mind and devotion.

Observe silence and avoid distractions, calls and engagements. It is

important not to leave the place at once after the Japa is over and mix
with everyone or get into worldly activity. This keeps the spiritual
vibrations intact.

You must sit with a positive frame of mind and think of the mantra you are
chanting. Every word produces a certain vibration. The vibration of the
word affects our granthis and parts of our brain.

<Granthis (Psycho spiritual) blockages of energy or currents within the

body, the removal of which is necessary for self-realization.>

Try to associate the chant with the rhythm of the breath and meditate in
the form of your Deity. Keep a picture or idol of the Deity in front of you.
Think of the meaning of the Mantra while repeating it.
 Use a rosary of 108 beads. Do not allow the rosary to hang below the
navel. The rosary (mala) must not be visible to you or to others, so cover it
properly. Use the middle finger and the thumb of the right to roll the
beads. The use of the index finger is not allowed. Do not cross the meru
(main bead) while rolling the beads.