Mantra meditation
A mantra meditation is the repetition or repeated use of a phrase, sentence or saying. In this example we will use the divine Om Mana Padma Um mantra, a Buddhist chant still very much in use today, especially with Tibetans Buddhists. The Dharma Haven Society have a great article on the mantras history and usage.
This is the correct pronunciation of the mantra, although the repatriation is more important than pronunciation,
OM (ohm) MA (mah) NI (nee) PAD (pahd) ME (may) HUM (hum).
It is said the entire buddha’s teachings are within this mantra.
Now sit in a comfortable position with a straight spine, gently relax your shoulders and your neck muscles and softly close your eyes. Take a few long deep breaths and feel yourself relaxing.
On the inward breath repeat in your mind Om Mana on the out breath repeat Padma Hum, On the inward breath repeat in your mind Om Mana on the out breath repeat Padma Hum On the inward breath repeat in your mind Om Mana on the out breath repeat Padma Hum.
Try to carry out this exercise for 5 minutes minimum, the benefits are worth every second invested.
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