How to read mantras correctly: step by step instructions, features and recommendations

2024 Author: Miguel Ramacey | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 06:11

Inhabitants of Tibet and India often read phrases from a set of sounds to achieve various goals. Sacred words were passed down from generation to generation and generated wisdom with the help of color and sounds. However, keywords must be pronounced with the correct intonation and follow the recommendations for reading them. If they are not fulfilled, then there will be no benefit in reading and the desire will remain a dream.

This article discusses what a mantra is and how to read key words correctly. It describes instructions, features and recommendations for reading various prayer spells.

What is a mantra?

Mantras are sound vibrations that free thoughts from destructive programs and have different sacred religious meanings. They are pronounced in Sanskrit and are the basis of transcendental meditation. Judeists believe that key phrases affect the mind, emotions and some objects.

You can read mantras in different ways: at the level of the mind(visually), speech (speaking out loud) and at the level of the body (using the Buddha or the rosary).

Implementation levels	Action
Speech	Speaking out loud
Um	Mentally pronounced
Deeds of the body	Rosary beads are moved or a statuette of Buddha is used

Basic recommendations on how to read mantras

These prayers must be said with perfect precision for maximum effect:

• choose a place where you can have a positive attitude and no one will be distracted;
• listen to the recording to pronounce the words as close to the original as possible;
• before reading the mantra, meditate: tune in to your desire, visually imagine that it has come true;
• choose one mantra - this will make it possible to achieve the maximum result;
• watch your posture: it should be straight;
• sit facing east;
• breathe while practicing evenly and naturally;
• sing sounds in one key and in a sing-song voice;
• number of reads must be a multiple of 3;
• pronounce best at dawn, noon or sunset.

Correct recitation of some mantras

"Om". It is used to reunite with the energy-informational field of living people at all times: in the past, present and future. This prayer spell improves circulation to the head and brings clarity, intelligence and wisdom.

Veryoften in practice they ask themselves how to read the mantra "Om" correctly:

• first close your eyes and turn off your mind, imagining space, stars and the universe;
• breathe evenly, deeply and measuredly;
• listen to your body;
• open your eyes and exhale loudly and without interruption, say "A-O-U-MMM";
• after a week, start mentally pronouncing the mantra and try not only to pronounce it on the exhale, but also on the inhale;
• use a rosary.

"U". Pull the sound for a long time so that the sound vibrates in the lungs. The mantra helps to improve lung ventilation.

"Hat". They read a prayer spell in the vadhrasana pose: sit on your knees and put your hands palms down. With your eyes closed, mentally visualize the graphic symbol of the mantra "Hat". The first sound is pronounced on the exhale, moving on one sound to a long “A-A-A”, at the end on the exhale - sharply “T”. Practice before going to bed about 3-6 times.

"Hial". Used for self-confidence and peace of mind. Before practice concentrate visually on the sign. The first two sounds are pronounced on the exhale and on one note, then just below “A-A-A-L-L”. The phrase is divided into two parts, equal in pronunciation duration.

How to heal with a mantra? Dr. Nida Chenagtsang

Mantra treatment was done by many well-known Tibetan scientists and doctors. They believed that the secret power and power of sound and color had healing properties. New practices began to be used in the treatmentand spread, which served as a strong impetus for development.

Treatment with mantras in Tibetan medicine and the correct work with the rosary was described by Dr. Chenagtsang. How to read mantras correctly, he outlined in his book "Treatment with mantras in Tibetan medicine." He believed that the organs resonate with the vibrational frequency of various sounds. Along with mantra treatment, diet, gems, medicinal herbs, and external healing treatments are used.

Main recommendations for mantra healing

Before reading:

• avoid lies, idle chatter, harsh words and slander - this dissipates the energy of speech;
• do not smoke or drink alcohol;
• limit garlic, onion, smoked meat and chicory;
• to cleanse the throat chakra, rinse your mouth and recite the alphabetic mantra 7 or 21 times (before reciting the mantra);
• watch your body position - it should be vertical;
• if for some reason you interrupted (sneezed or mispronounced the phrase), then repeat the countdown;
• choose a place that is quiet and without animals.

While reading:

• use the phrase in its original form, in Tibetan pronunciation;
• breathing even;
• Read as much as the master recommends (usually needs to be said 108 times).

After reading:

• you need to blow on the place of localization of pain;
• for another person, you can use a glass of water: blow on the water and give it a drinksick.

The rosary is an invariable attribute for reading mantras

For the correct calculation of key phrases, a rosary is used. Their quantity, color and material is essential.

In the table, consider what material is used for what purposes.

Material of beads	Used for
Agate	For healing
White or yellow crystal	Used for treatment
Glass	In medicine
Red or black material	For protection or control when addressing angry deities

The optimal number of reading mantras is 108 times, so a rosary with so many beads will give effectiveness to magical actions and wisdom. As they work, they are charged with energy, so you need to have your own rosary for each mantra.

Recommendations for reading mantras with a rosary

Let's consider the main recommendations of Dr. Chenagtsang, how to correctly read mantras with a rosary:

• beads must be the same size and made of the same material, the distance between the beads is the width of the finger;
• number of beads is a multiple of three;
• use your own rosary for each mantra;
• the color of the thread must match the color of the beads;
• hold the rosary in your left hand;
• old, broken and other people's rosary cannot be used;
• rosaries given by the Teacher must be carefully stored;
• keep the animals awaytouch the magic counter: it attracts energy;
• keep the rosary in a special bag;
• after reading, put your palms together and blow on them, then touch the top of your head.

How to read Buddhist mantras correctly is presented in the table.

Finger position	Location	Mantras
Index finger	Opposite the heart	Peaceful deities
Middle finger	Naval chakra	Manjushra, Saraswati, Mandarava, Kubera
Ring finger	Sex chakra	Garuda, Guru Dragpo, Simkamukhi
Pinky	Knee	Yamantaki, Vajrakilai

Recommendations for reciting the Maha-Mantra

The Great Maha Mantra is used to purify the mind and spirit, obtain enlightenment and peace. It allows you to achieve divine energy and true happiness.

Practice is done with a rosary. Consider how to correctly read the Maha-mantra on the rosary.

First prepare the rosary, which consists of 108 beads. The text of the mantra must be read, holding the bead with the thumb and middle finger of the left hand after Krishna. Do this until you reach the end of the circle. The process is called japa. The action itself musttake no more than seven minutes. There is no reading on the Krishna bead itself. To repeat the action, you need to turn the rosary and read in the opposite direction.

How to read the Ganesha mantra?

To attract financial well-being, they turn to the Indian gods Ganesha or Kubera. They are deities of prosperity and absolute wisdom.

Let's consider how to read the Ganesha mantras correctly. The Ganesha mantra is used to attract money and is read early in the morning on the growing moon. Before reading, you need to meditate (focus on thinking about money and spending it). The Ganesha mantra is recited rhythmically, but without undue effort. After meditation, the key words are read in an even and calm voice.

Reading the Ganesha mantra is best done with pure thoughts near the figurine with the deity. In the process of meditation, you can run your palm over the belly of the figurine. During the day, it is better to say the phrase at least one hundred and eight times. This will shorten the path to the desired enrichment.

If you figured out how to read mantras correctly, then your thoughts and actions will be ordered, and any desire will come true. Mastering the technique of reading mantras is within the power of every person, so feel free to take on this lesson.