“The joy of chanting unfolds the inner world. “
Gurumayi Chidvilasananda from the book Courage and Contentment
There comes a time when words alone can no longer get us where we want to go. Through chanting, we combine music and sacred mantras to engage in dialogue with the divine.
Chanting is a natural way to align with the frequency of love. Sacred chanting combines the singing voice and music with mantras, words and sounds that vibrate at the highest level of consciousness. The vibrations emanating from the repetition of the various names of God or the chanting of sacred texts in Sanskrit have a tangible effect on our innermost being. The sweetness of singing calms the mind, dispels worries and opens the heart. The Saints describe the sacred song as a way to come to be saturated with the love of God.
Sacred texts give us direct access to the spiritual world. They rebalance our subtle energy system, allowing for deeper meditations. Sacred chanting is an integral part of the schedule of Siddha Yoga retreats, ashrams and meditation centers. Here are some ways to experience sacred chanting for yourself:
- Participate in a Siddha Yoga Retreats.
- Go to a Siddha Yoga ashram or meditation center.
- Practice singing while listening to an audio or video recording.
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