Mantra ‘Om Nārāyaṇāya Vidmahe Vāsudevāya Dhīmahi Tanno Viṣṇuḥ Prachodayāt’

The mantra Om Nārāyaṇāya Vidmahe Vāsudevāya Dhīmahi Tanno Viṣṇuḥ Prachodayāt is a classical invocation of Lord Vishnu, the preserver and sustainer of the universe in Hindu philosophy. This mantra belongs to the Gayatri family of mantra's in its way it is sung (the meter), a highly esteemed structure in Vedic chanting, used to invoke divine … Continue reading Mantra ‘Om Nārāyaṇāya Vidmahe Vāsudevāya Dhīmahi Tanno Viṣṇuḥ Prachodayāt’

Introduction to the Mantra: Om Bhūmi Devāya Vidmahe Śānti Rūpāya Dhīmahi Tanno Boddhaḥ Prachodayāt

Punakha dzong in Bhutan This eclectic profound mantra is based on various spiritual foundations. It is meant to be an invocation of the divine essence of peace, wisdom, and enlightenment. Rooted in the ancient traditions of Vedic and Yogic philosophy, the chant pays homage to Bhūmi Deva, the Earth as a living, sacred entity. It … Continue reading Introduction to the Mantra: Om Bhūmi Devāya Vidmahe Śānti Rūpāya Dhīmahi Tanno Boddhaḥ Prachodayāt

Mantra for Sumerian God ANU: Dingir Anu, abzu mu-un-deh-a aga

The Sumerian Mantra: A Journey into the Ancient Light of Anu The first time I encountered the Sumerian mantra, Dingir Aanu, abzu mu-un-deh-a aga—"God Anu, who fathers the cosmos from the deep, hail"—I felt an inexplicable pull toward its ancient power. Its rhythm, its meaning, and the very language it carries felt like an echo … Continue reading Mantra for Sumerian God ANU: Dingir Anu, abzu mu-un-deh-a aga

Learning to sing Vedic Mantras via a Vedic Master

In January 2022 Victor Midborn and I were privileged to receive Vedic chanting teachings from a real Vedic master. The first time I encountered the profound depth of Vedic chanting, I was struck by its timeless resonance. It felt as though the vibrations were not just sounds but carriers of something ancient and sacred, reaching … Continue reading Learning to sing Vedic Mantras via a Vedic Master

Powerful Tibetan Mantra Jinajik

"Jinajik" is a term found within Vajrayāna Buddhism, particularly in tantric practices. It serves as a mantra associated with the Buddha Vairocana, one of the Five Tathāgatas representing different aspects of enlightened consciousness. The term "Jinajik" translates to "conqueror among conquerors," highlighting Vairocana's embodiment of supreme enlightenment and his role in dispelling ignorance. In tantric … Continue reading Powerful Tibetan Mantra Jinajik

Natera Nataraj Jay Shiva Shankara Mantra

Introduction to the Natera Nataraj Jay Shiva Shankara Mantra https://youtu.be/VGZXPzAF4PU?si=BZ3CnvEHMNH6Cr05 The Natera Nataraj Jay Shiva Shankara Mantra is a powerful invocation steeped in devotion and spiritual energy, celebrating the cosmic dance of Shiva, the eternal Lord of transformation and transcendence. Rooted in ancient traditions, this mantra calls upon Shiva in his dual aspects as Nataraj, the cosmic dancer … Continue reading Natera Nataraj Jay Shiva Shankara Mantra