What is the Mantra ?

A mantra is a sequence of sounds and syllables, placed in a particular order. All mantras contain an inbuilt energy, which can be realised and understood through regular meditation and repetition of the mantra.

Just as we listen to slow bass filled music to calm and relax us, and fast tempo music to energise us, we can listen to or repeat a mantra to benefit from the vast energy stored within it.

Meditation is by its very nature a challenge to the modern mind, which prefers to focus on the outer world, however when practiced regularly the mantra allows meditation to happen spontaneously (sahaja dhyan).

By meditating regularly, and spending time in contemplation, the mind starts to focus on our own inner world, bringing harmony to body, mind and spirit, leading to spiritual growth, and strength.

GAYATRI MANTRA

Om bhur bhavah svah

tat savitur varenyam

bhargo devasya dhimahi

dhiyo yo nah prachodayat

("Let us meditate on that excellent glory of the divine sun, may he enlighten our understandings")