Gayatri Sadhana - Pt.

Shri Ram Sharma Acharya

The Eternal Origin of Thy Power and Absolute Knowledge – Gayatri
What is Gayatri?
Divine Arousal by Enunciation of Gayatri Mantra
Inner Transmutation and Virtuous Elevation
Gayatri – The Deity of Bright Prosperity
Gayatri – The Omnipotent Savior
Gayatri is Kamadhenu on the Earth
Ageless Glory of Gayatri
Vital Role of Gayatri Shakti in Human Life
Worshiping the Motherhood by Gayatri Upasana
A Simple and Safe Mode of Daily Gayatri- Upasana
The Spiritual experiment of Japa and Dhyan begins at this stage
Contemplation on the Teachings of Gayatri Mantra
Shikha and Yagypavita –– Two Sacred Symbols of Gayatri Vidya
Grace of the Noble Guru and Initiation of Gayatri Meditation
Inevitable Role of Sadhana in Divine-Worship
Be Blessed by the Yug Shakti

The Eternal Origin of Thy Power and Absolute Knowledge – Gayatri

Gayatri is the eternal source of thy willpower that motivates the origin and all activities of the visible and invisible forms of
Nature. The rivers, oceans, the earth, the moon, the sun and the gamut of other planets, from tiniest particle to the
universal expansion…, everything is moving because of this cosmic driving force. It is the root of the impulse of life in the
blossoming plants and trees that beautify Nature. The force of life in all living beings originates from its presence. Its
superior presence in the human beings is reflected in the intellect, which enables the progressive development of the
world and ascent of human life. In extraordinary cases, this sublime power is expressed as spiritually evolved pure,
discerning intelligence –– Ritambhara Pragya. This enlightened wisdom helps one understand what is right and what is
wrong and guides to choose the prudent path to the higher goals of life. This divine power mostly remains concealed in
the inner cores of our minds. The determined endeavor of its arousal is termed sadhana. The activation of this subliminal
force of Gayatri in the soul links the human self with the divine light and powers of thee.

God is omnipresent in infinite dimensions. Thee is immanent in every movement, every activity, yet remains absolutely
unperturbed and stable in the eternity…. The origin of Nature and the creation of the world are manifestation of thy wish
to express thyself in multiple forms. The evolutionary impulse of thy will gave rise to this cosmic creation. Being the
original.................

What is Gayatri?

Being the source of ultimate evolution and beatified salvation of praña, the Âdi Shakt is called Gayatri. The vedic
scripture "Aitareya Brahman" describes this meaning as –– "Gayan Trayate Sa Gayatri"; Meaning: That, which protects
the gaya (praña) is Gayatri. The scholarly "Shankar Acharya Bhashya" further explains the meaning of Gayatri as ––
"Giyate Tatva Manaya Gayatri"; Meaning: the discerning, pure intellect – Ritambhara Pragya, which unfolds the ultimate
truth and absolute knowledge, is Gayatri.
Sadbuddhi – the enlightened intellect that enables prudent distinction between the truth and the false, the right and the
wrong and guides the righteous decision making, is indeed a unique power, which proves to be superior and more
beneficial than any other power or resource in the world. Wisdom or brilliance of mind trained and talented in worldly
affairs might serve excellent achievements in materialistic developments. But the glittering success, haughty possessions
and luxurious comforts attained thereby do not assure reduction of ego, jealousy, worries, tensions and other
complications; and on the contrary, often gravitate the burden of the untoward tendencies and problems in life. No
wisdom, no intelligence –– how.............
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Divine Arousal by Enunciation of Gayatri Mantra

The secret of the supernatural impact of Gayatri Mantra in the physical domains of life lies in its unique configuration of
the specific syllables – the seeds of Shabda, which is derived from the esoteric depths of the absolute science of Shabda
Brahm-Nada Brahm. The cyclic enunciation of this mantra stimulates the subliminal power centers in the subtle body.
The rishis of the Vedic Age were endowed with supernormal vision. They had experienced and experimented on the
enormous extrasensory energy pools –– the chakras, upchakras, granthis, koshas, mat—akas, upyatikas and nadis,
hidden in the subtle cores in the endocrine glands, nerve bundles and ganglions. Activation of these rekindles rare
virtuous talents and supernormal potentials.

The pressure on tongue, lips, vocal cord, palate and the connecting regions in the brain generated by continuous
enunciation of the twenty-four special syllables (or words) of the Gayatri Mantra vibrates the nerves and the ‘threads’ of
the vina of the subtle body. The musical flow thus induced titillates the extrasensory power centres. The latter begin to
stimulate and a sublime magnetic force arouses in the sadhaka that attracts the vital currents of Gayatri Shakti immanent
in the infinite domains. The power-currents of Gayatri are indwelling in the cosmic expansion like the electromagnetic
energy waves in the space. The magnetic charge educed by the continuous japa of Gayatri Mantra ‘attunes’ the
sadhaka’s mind to link with these supernatural power-currents. Thus, what.................

Inner Transmutation and Virtuous Elevation

The extraordinary changes, transmutation educed by Gayatri Sadhana are first experienced in the inner self. These
inspire the sadhaka’s mind, thoughts and sentiments towards the righteous path. Gradually, the evil assimilation, the
vices, the weakness of mind are waned out with a simultaneous increase in virtuous potentials and inner strength. This
way, the sadhaka gets endowed with enlightened personality and talents that make his life more blissful, successful and
peaceful and nurture righteous progress on the materialistic as well as spiritual fronts.

The excelling of mental tendencies is also accompanied by a positive orientation of attitude that inspires welcome
change in every act of life… Straying of mind in agile passions of the sense organs begins to reduce with this healthy
development. The greed of the tongue and associated irregular and excessive eating habits come under control. The
attraction and stimulation of carnal desires diminish and the mind gradually learns the importance of chastity for
protection of vital energy. The...............
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Gayatri – The Deity of Bright Prosperity

Apart from harvesting virtuous potentials, inner peace and content and thus enlightening the personal life, Gayatri
Sadhana enables prosperous growth of the devotee’s social life too. The refinement of body and mind (educed by
Gayatri) also adorns the external fronts of life with several boons. Because of his increased awareness and wisdom and
prudent self-confidence, the sadhaka finds the same circumstances, the same obstacles as supporting and easily
resolvable, which were adverse and challenging earlier…

Changing the circumstances of life at will may not be feasible for every one every time. However, changing one’s
approach and attitude to face the circumstances positively – is a natural sign of farsighted wisdom. Clash of one’s
imaginations, expectations and the facts of life is the major cause of distress and struggle in varied forms. Wise men
always accept the reality with grace and avoid unnecessary troubles, tussles and tensions as far as possible. This
prudence is aroused in the sadhaka of Gayatri and makes the movement of his life straight and smooth..........

Gayatri – The Omnipotent Savior

Destiny does bring testing moments in one form or the other sometimes in everybody’s life…. The stormy winds of the
prarabdha of the sinful karmas often appear to blow the eddy currents of crisis and ill omen. The attacks of diseases,
disputes, monetary losses, threats, tragedies, etc seem to compete with each other in augmenting the severity of the bad
times. It is said that hardship does not come alone. It brings its children and friends along. Entrapped in the web of
misfortunes from all directions, most of us would feel helpless, frightened, depressed and almost dead… Fear, anxiety
and agony often suppress our courage and further multiply the strokes of the crisis….
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Gayatri is Kamadhenu on the Earth

The Puranas and other Shastrik Scriptures mention of the divine cow "Kamdhenu" in the heavens. This milk of
Kamdhenu is like nectar, which provides eternal joy and vigor to the devatas. Praying before this angelic cow is said to
fulfill all desires.

Gods might know the truth of the Kamdhenu in the heaven. But, it indeed exists on the earth – in our world, as the
Almighty Gayatri Shakti. The upasana of Gayatri calms down all passions and endless thirst of worldly attractions.
Waning of all the untoward, unnecessary and arbitrary cravings of mind by devotion to Gayatri naturally educes the
otherwise unachievable ‘Aptkakama’ state of –– ultimate fulfillment, beatified content and peace. The noble aspirations
and determinations of a devotee of Gayatri never remain unaccomplished. The milk of Kamadhenu is said to remove all
sins and sufferings. The sadhaka, under the shelter of Gayatri Shakti also experiences the elixir of its divine inspiration
that induces instant light and inner strength and consistently eradicates all tensions, worries and evils from his
life..................

Ageless Glory of Gayatri

The supreme knowledge of Gayatri is the origin of the Vedic (Indian) Culture…. The limitless powers and infinite radiance
of Gayatri have been experienced and glorified by the spiritual saints, sages, scholars and great personalities of all
ages…. There could be vast difference of opinions among them on other topics, but the eternal eminence of Gayatri is
unanimously sung by all –since the vedic times till the modern days…

The Atharva Veda incorporates a prayer (19|1|71) in praise of Gayatri stating that it grants longevity, energy, power,
fame, wealth and divine brilliance (Brahm Tej).

According to Maharshi Vishwamitra, there is no other mantra like the Gayatri Mantra. All the Vedas, yagyas, tapas
(devout austerity), charities together are not equivalent even to a small fraction of the supreme potency of the Gayatri
Mantra. Manu says that – the Gayatri Mantra, with its three phases, was conceived by Lord Brahma as the essence of
the three principal Vedas. No mantra can have the purifying effects like the Gayatri Mantra. Yogiraj Yagyavalkya says –
"Gayatri and all the Vedas were weighed in a balance. The scale was found tipped in favor of Gayatri".............
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Vital Role of Gayatri Shakti in Human Life

There is no way of glorious success in human life without sadbuddhi. The support of Gayatri in this form is inevitable for
all aspirants of progress and blissful prosperity. There is no path to spiritual evolution, realization of God, or ultimate
salvation that does not emanate from the spiritual element of Gayatri Shakti. The sadhakas or seekers of God should
also note that thee is infinity, beyond all perceptions and thoughts. Thou is omnipresent and loves all without any
discrimination….

Worshiping the Motherhood by Gayatri Upasana

Gayatri Upasana is the upasana of the Viïwamata, Devamata, Vedamata; it is the devotion of the eternal mother…. The
deity Gayatri is worshiped in the idol of a Goddess – the divine mother. Mother’s love for the child is the most sacred,
pure and supreme expression of love. Love experienced in other relationships, howsoever intimate or closed might be is
not totally devoid of the influence of selfish attachments and expectations. But mother’s love is truly selfless and free
from all constraints and perturbations….

Right from the stage of conceiving a child to raising and training him, she bears a lot and gives what all she has for the
welfare of the child….; she continues to bless the child with abundant care and love. Her warm love demands no returns,
has not expectations…. The saying that "Sons could be bad and ungrateful but the mother is never short in her love…."
Elucidates the limitless grandeur of motherhood….
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A Simple and Safe Mode of Daily Gayatri- Upasana

Gayatri-Upasana can be performed mentally at any time in any circumstance. It is doubtlessly beneficial in every
condition. Nevertheless, performing it regularly and religiously has greater significance and spiritual impact. Any
experiment or task if conducted systematically with due concentration and..............

The Spiritual experiment of Japa and Dhyan begins at this stage

Japa and Dhyana: Japa means rhythmic enunciation of a mantra at a consistent amplitude and frequency. Several
types of japas are described in the ancient science of mantras. The upanshu japa is most suitable for the daily upasana.
The enunciation of this japa is such that – the lips and tongue move but the volume of voice is kept so low that even the
people sitting besides would not be able to hear it. This type of japa avoids disturbing others and it also supports mental
concentration of the sadhaka. Minimum three rosaries (3 X 108 times) japa of the Gayatri Mantra should be performed
during.............

Contemplation on the Teachings of Gayatri Mantra

Contemplation on the meaning of the Gayatri Mantra during the japa-dhyana helps excellent emotional conditioning. It
could be practiced in other times of the day as well. The word meaning of the Gayatri Mantra is as follows: Oam – the
Omnipresent, Almighty God, the Brahm; Bhuh – embodiment of vital spiritual energy; Bhuvah – destroyer of sufferings;
Swah – embodiment of eternal happiness; Tat – that; Savituh – bright, luminous like the Sun; Vareñyam – best, most
exalted; Bhargo – destroyer of all sins; Devasya – divine; Dhimahi – may imbibe; Dhiyo – intellect; Yo – who; Nah – our;
Pracodayat – may inspire.

The meaning of Gayatri Mantra is the universal prayer – "We consecrate (in our souls) that divine, blissful, omnipotent
destroyer of all sins and sufferings, ultimate life force. That absolute thy radiance may illuminate and edify our intellect
towards the righteous path".

Interpretation of this meaning implies three spiritual faculties – (1) conceptualization and perception of the divine
reflection of God; (2) Reception of thy inspirations and the inner spirit of..........

Shikha and Yagypavita –– Two Sacred Symbols of Gayatri Vidya

Shikha and Yagyopavita symbolize the distinguished disciplines associated with Gayatri Sadhana. These are embodied
at the time of mantra dikchcha (spiritual initiation of the sadhana) of Gayatri. The notion of dwijatva is incorporated in
these two; dwijatva implies second birth – the beginning of a new life, from ignorance to enlightened knowledge and
spiritual awareness. It is not that one can’t perform, or, has some prohibition or constraint in performing Gayatri Sadhana
without wearing a yagyopavita and maintaining a Shikha. Every man and woman can practice Gayatri Sadhana,
Upasana without any restriction. The piety of mind and heart are the most desired qualities for the devotion to Gayatri
Shakti. The observance of the disciplines of Shikha and yagyopavita certainly makes its initiation and accomplishment
more adept and facile…
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Grace of the Noble Guru and Initiation of Gayatri Meditation

The dikchcha of Gayatri–Mantra Sadhana and the yagyopavita samskara (thread ceremony) are intermittently linked with
dedication to a noble Guru. The Gayatri Mantra is referred as the Guru Mantra. In the times of yore, the children used to
go to the gurukuls for comprehensive education and training and ideal personality development. The learning of Vedas
used to begin there with the dikchcha of Gayatri as the Guru Mantra. Today we may find lots of fake gurus and their
variegating, arbitrary guru mantras. But in the ancient age of the divine Indian Culture, the Gayatri Mantra alone was
revered for dikchcha.

Dedication to the spiritual master (guru) helps cultivation and development of shraddha and vishwasa – the essential
elements for the success of Gayatri Sadhana. The activities associated with the rituals of upasana would be sheer
mechanical acts if devoid of shraddha and vishwasa. Without the inner sup...........

Inevitable Role of Sadhana in Divine-Worship

The process of japa-dhyana etc in the daily upasana of Gayatri may last only for a small stretch of time every day. But
this alone does not suffice for the supernatural effects and spiritual blessings of Gayatri Shakti. Sadhana is essential with
Gayatri–Upasana. As food and water, night and day, summer and winter, man and woman are supplementary to mutual
existence, so is the conjugation of upasana and sadhana. Upasana would remain incomplete without sadhana.

Sadhana is an endeavor of overall self-refinement. It has to continue round-the-clock. It demands the sadhaka’s
consistent alertness and discerning observation of his habits, thoughts, every reaction and action to find out if there is
any blemish, vice, disorder or infirmity. The soldiers on the front have to be on constant vigil of the enemies’ movements
and intentions. A sadhaka too is a warrior in the battlefield of his own life. He has to be aware and watchful on every front
of life. This determined aptness inculcates sadhana as a natural component of one’s life.......

Be Blessed by the Yug Shakti

Age after Age, the Âdi Shakti Gayatri descends on the earth as thy savior in different incarnations. Maha Shakti Durga,
Maha Kali, Mahalakshmi, Mahasaraswati, Sita Mata are all its manifestations. Great souls also come into being as
envoys of the divine power with all its incarnations. The Parivrajakas of Buddha, the first Disciples of Christ, the
Dharmacharyas of Chanakya, the Satyagrahi followers of Gandhi were all the ‘messengers’, the ‘instruments’ of the
different experiments, the different expressions of this Maha Shakti in the Modern Age.

Today, in the critical phase of Kaliyuga – that appears to be leading to absolute decline and global devastation, there is
an alarming need to emancipate people’s mind from the deadly influence of Kaliyuga in the subtle world. Spiritual
refinement and reorientation of the maligned and perverted minds is the call of the present era…....
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"Aum Bhoor Bhuwah Swaha, Tat Savitur Varenyam,

Bhargo Devasaya Dheemahi, Dhiyo Yo Naha Prachodayat"

The Spiritual Training & Adoration of Life Deity - Pt. Shri Ram Sharma
Acharya

1. Spiritual training of life - Secret of spiritual knowledge

2. Adoration (aradhana) and dissemination of real knowledge (Gyan-Yagya)

Spiritual training of life - Secret of spiritual knowledge

It is human nature to ignore things which are too close or at a great distance. This applies
to every aspect of life. We live every moment of life but do not understand its glory. we
are unaware of super neutral divine powers which can be attained by proper use of life.
Man takes birth, fulfils his natural instincts of food, sex- indulgence, earning livelihood and
ultimately posses away. There are rarely moments when it is pondered that human life is
the greatest gift of god's treasure. One who has been gifted so kindly with human life is
expected to make its best use, fulfil his imperfections and become great. He is expected
like an efficient gardener to maintain and beautify this garden of universe and prove that
he has appropriate knowledge of what is selfishness and what is universal good. Our
interest lies in getting rid of unwholesomeness of sensuality and imbibing righteousness in
adequate proportion. Those who succeed in utilizing trust get admission in the class of
divine man. They not only safeguard their own welfare but help countless people in
crossing over difficulties. Only such persons are great, praise- worthy and imitable. They
get triple pleasures of fulfillment, satisfaction and peace.

Human life is a precious gift of god. When it is entrusted, it is believed that the person
concerned is deserving. Other living-beings think and act only in relation to their physical
body but man has to discharge several duties and responsibilities as he is the successor
prince of Almighty God. He has to maintain his significance and dignity. He will be
regarded as a beast if he confines himself to greediness and illusion and remains
engrossed in eating and procreating children. It becomes all the more worse if along with
greed and infatuation ego also overtakes him. Emergence of vanity to fulfil ambitiousness
plunges man deep into the ditch of downfall and degeneration. Such a person becomes
licentious, aggressive and dangerous and indulges in devilish activities. Eventually his life
which was symbol of great fortune becomes distressed and miserable. Thus boon be
comes a curse. Both these alternatives are available to every one. Man has to choose as
he is maker of his own destiny.

There are different types of devotees. They have their own favourite deities from whom
they seek favour and kindness and expect fulfillment of their aspirations. Nothing can be
said who succeeds because in a state of dependence everything rests on the will of the
master. The servant can only pray and entreat. This however, does not apply in the case
of jiwan devta (God in the form of one's enlightened life).

If life is trained in an appropriate manner everything which cannot be found elsewhere

can be obtained below this "Kalpa-Vriksha" (a mythological tree which is supposed to
grant all desires of a person who sits below it).

Atom is the smallest form of this universe. Scientists have unanimously accepted that
whatever is found in this universe is present in the smallest ingredient of matte. The other
aspect of this theory is that individual soul is small but entire symbol of the great power,
universal consciousness. According to vedant philosophy, refined soul is God. All divine
power according to the Indian philosophy reside in this physical body. All the grandeur
and magnificence of divine potentialities of the Almightly are present in its entirety in
dormant centres of human soul. If they could be awakened, and known super sensuous,
unknown divine powers can be aroused and activated. Ascetics, Yogi, great thinkers and
saints are gifted with such potentialities. Truth is eternal and perpetual. What has
happened in the past can happen even now. Great spiritual powers can be acquired by
training one's own life in the form, of God. The saying about musk-deer is well-known. If
one blunders upon to find by fluke and searches outside, he will get nothing but
exhaustion and irritation. Peace is attained when it is discovered that the center of
fragrance is in one's own navel. It is futile to search God elsewhere. God is beyond the
limits of time and space. He is beyond the limits of time and space. He is formless. He can
be seen only in one's own inner- self. Our entire life is God's direct manifestation.

Geeta says that God is merged, incorporated in human faith. Man is moulded according to
his own belief. A person who incorporates greatness within him is bound to become great.

God is powerful enough to accomplish everything. He is majestic and magnificent. Man,

his symbolic representative successor prince is also accomplished with all his attributes.
The difficulty, however, is that intensity of self-oblivion and darkness of ignorance covers
the reality. Man stumbles at every step, when in darkness bush appears to him to be a
ghost and rope, a snake. But when there is light, everything appears, as it is. Self
knowledge (atmabodh) is advent of that light in which man gets a glimpse of his real
form. No time is then taken in searching the path.

The story of a young cub of a lion having been brought up in a flock of sheep is well-
known. The atmosphere and prevalence around us drags us, but when self-knowledge
dawns it is fully realised that one's own inner-self is pure, enlightened and transcendental.
The saying that "man is God who has lost his way and gone astray", hardly needs
analysis. All problems are solved if this bewilderment is brought to an end and then there
is deliverance from all worldly bonds. Liberation is nothing else but getting rid of
inappropriate thinking about one's own self. A spider weaves web, gets entangled in it and
becomes restless, but when it determines, it winds up the web and swallows it itself.
Worthless, insignificant life is man's own creation. What we want and think gets
materialised in due course. If we want to change our circumstances, we have to change
our convicts inferior-most can be made superior-most. A petty man can become great.

The principle of attaining super-natural divine powers (siddhis) by spiritual training

(sadhna) is well-known. The question is who should be worshipped. Nothing can be said
about the form and nature of different divine powers. The organization of this universe is
well planned. The sun, moon, air are universal. God, too, is omnipotent and universal.
How can he then have different forms, nature and qualities? How can then one arrive at
the truth? The real answer to the question is that life itself should be regarded as living
awakened God. Filth and impurities which have covered life should bee removed. When
live coal is covered with layer of ash it appears black. When this layer is removed, hidden
bright fire becomes clearly visible. The object of spiritual training is simply to remove this
covering. This amounts to converting dormancy into awakening.

Spiritualists have indicated several ways of spiritual training. If they are seriously
analysed it would appear that all symbolic worships worships are nothing but elementary
exposition of self-refinement. The object behind all 'Yoga' and 'tap' (asceticism) is to
enhance one's own worthiness and sharpness. Worthiness is a magnet which easily
attracts useful elements and power. The magnet of developed divinity in man attracts
useful elements and powers towards him. Reservoirs are always deep as water from all
surrounding areas collect in them. The snow deposits on high hill-tops melt on accounts of
heat and the resultant water reaches the sea through rivers. This is known as worthiness
or capability. The basic purpose of spiritual training is enhancement of one's own
worthiness. God does not need persuasion or appeasement. He is not pleased by
insignificant gifts, worship, praises and exaltations. Only Mean persons have such a
nature. God is just and prudent. He is pleased and showers blessings on the basis of glory
which emerges as a result of permeation of idealism in man's personality. The childish
game of trying to allure him results in dis-appointment.

The ascetic asks, " for whom should we worship (kasmai devaya havisha vidhema". The
emphatic answer is, we should worship for the God within us (Atma-Dev). The real
criterion of cent percent perfection of a person can be judged only on the basis of
genuineness of his thoughts, character and behaviour. Fruits, flowers do not fall on the
tree from the sky. Trees grow and bear fruits and flowers when their roots suck juice from
the earth. Roots are within us which influence the entire personality. It ultimately leads to
magnificence and attainment of super-natural powers on the basis of which dual
advantage of spiritual greatness and material advancement can be attained. This is the
coordinated from of upasana (worship) sadhana (spiritual training) and aradhana
(adoration). This spiritual training essentially leads to success. One gets nothing by
begging and entreating. God helps those who help themselves. Spiritual training of life is
nothing but practicing self-refinement and self-purification. This is the greatest and
ultimate object of human pursuit. Those who have understood this ultimate truth have
realised the secret behind spiritual knowledge.

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Adoration (aradhana) and Dissemination of real knowledge (Gyan Yagya)

There are three signs of physical health, (1) good appetite, (2) sound sleep, and (3)
smartness or freshness for doing work. There are three signs of spiritual strength too.
They are (1) excellent thinking, (2) faith in character, and (3) abundance of benevolence,
generosity and helpfulness in behaviour. These are called worship (upasana), spiritual
training (sadhana) and adoration (aradhana). The symptom of spiritual progress is growth
of divinity in man. Devta (divine man) is one who gives. In other words, he may be called
a man with religious bent of mind having a keen desire for self-less service (seva). If
there is emergence of politeness in personality there is bound to be craving for rendering
human service. There is growth of magnanimity in qualities, actions and nature of a
person who renders self-less service. Devtas (divine persons), who live on earth in the
form of men are known as bhoosur. This word is used for people who belong to the saint
and brahman class. A brahman renders service in a limited area. Saints are parivrajaks
(wandering mendicants who reach from place to place to promote growth of
righteousness). They infuse life like air wherever they go. They rain like clouds and
 flourish greenery. Whether or not a person has been benefited by spiritual progress can
be judged only by the tests whether eminence in accordance with human dignity is visible
in his thinking, behaviour and character and whether the devotee has a craving for service
and doing universal good.

Broadly speaking, alms and donations are known as sacred summum bonum or universal
good. But it should have deep tinge of farsightedness. People afflicted by accidents or
sudden calamity need immediate help. Similarly, crippled, physically handicapped should
also get maintenance. Poor and backward people should get indirect help so that they
may become self-dependent. Gandhiji gave importance to khadi so that unemployed
persons may get work. Other cottage industries also fall in this category. Provision should
be made for creating resources which may help in eliminating unemployment. It is sound
method of giving help to the poor. It is no charity to give alms to parasitic persons who
live on other's earnings. This encourages indolence, laziness, carelessness, addictions.
One who receives such alms suffers from inferiority complex while the giver suffers from
egotism. These tendencies are harmful for both. Appropriateness and the ultimate result
should, therefore, always be kept in view while giving donations so that there may not be
misuse in the name of charity.

Imparting knowledge is best kind of charity. This is known as Braham yagya. Efforts which
promote goodwill and righteousness are acts of doing universal good. For want of proper
thinking people adopt several vices and invite down fall. Leaving aside physical
handicapped and incapable persons the rest are fully competent to solve all their
problems themselves, if they are shown correct path of proper thinking. Therefore, for
spiritual development everyone should try his best according to his efficiency and
circumstances to refine public mind and promote righteousness.

There is always the problem of time and solutions have to be found out in accordance with
one's own circumstances. Ancient religious narratives and discourses can hardly be of any
use in view of prevailing trend and atmosphere. For this one should take resort to Yug-
chetna (prevailing collective spiritual consciousness). Attention has to be paid on
expositions of Yug-manishis. (exponents of spiritual wisdom). This can only be the correct
way of promoting real knowledge. Like literacy, growth of true knowledge is the need of
the hour to solve problems of individual and the society. For spiritual development of self,
refinement of public mind and promotion of righteousness one has to get engaged in self-
less service, so that the religion of present era (Yug-dharma) may be established in
intellectual, moral and social spheres.

All far-sighed prudent persons should get engaged in the task of dissemination of
knowledge and revolution of thoughts. Pen, speech, visual and audio - visual and all
similar devices should be used so that people at large may be inspired to know and
materialise religion of the present era. The highest form of universal good and
benevolence in present circumstances is dissemination of knowledge (gyan yagya).
Neglecting this, no purpose will be served by speeches, writings, giving donations for
gaining cheap popularity.

"Yug-nirman" literature is the primary need for making this consciousness sharp and
brilliant. Educated persons should be taught this literature. To illiterate one's it should be
read over. Devotees of Pragya-Yog should spend their money and time in running bag
libraries. It is difficult for everyone to purchase this literature, especially in these days
when nothing occurs to one's mind except materialistic self-seeking. Nobody is interested
in listening to anything idealistic. Devotees should, therefore, visit literate persons house
to house, give them books of their choice for reading and collect them back. The
important purpose of spreading spiritual knowledge will thus be served. Such books
should be read over to uneducated persons.

Thought provoking meetings, seminars, conferences, narratives, discourses have their on

importance. These are known as sat-sang. These activities can be performed anywhere in
some form or the other with the help of pen or speech. It is more effective to set one's
own example. People think that ideals are meant only to be talked about. They cannot be
materialised in practical life. This illusion can be dispelled if those who propound
revolution in thoughts themselves act in the manner in which they expect others to do.
Those who want to devote to benevolent activities of adoration (aradhana) and work
selflessly for public good should display uniformity in their profession and practice.

These are all essential for ideal training of the people. Still, it is not necessary that till a
person attains perfection, he should sit idly. A student of sixth class can render at least
some help to a fifth class student. Any one can successfully guide those who are less
qualified.

These days, equipments can help a lot. In ancient times books were hand-written but now
they are printed. Audio and video facilities are easily available these days. They can be
used for expansion and publicity of knowledge, Equipments like tape-recorders, loud-
speakers, slide projectors, video cassettes can be used to fulfill the need of popular
entertainment and public awakening.

Writing inspiring sentences on walls is a good method. Its mechanical editions are stickers
which can be pasted on furniture, hand bags etc. This can be a good basis for propagating
good thoughts and goodwill. Wherever possible, cinema slides can also be displayed to
disseminate useful in inspiration to the masses.

Music parties can start publicity programmes in group meetings with the help of loud-
speaker and tape-recorder. Celebrations of deep-Yagya (performance of yagya by lighted
lamps) on such occasions have proved very easy, cheap and successful. In the after-noon
women meetings can be arranged and problems of family reformation can be discussed
and explained. Night programmes may include the process of social development and
reforms.

In family, narratives and stories should be told in the night. Books like pragya-puran
serve this purpose very well. Mutual discussions, debate competitions, poets conferences
are useful devices. Everybody cannot be a poet but he can arrange meetings where
inspiring poems and songs can be recited. Paintings can also be exhibited wherever
possible.

If a man tries to search he can lay hand on several formulas for spreading real
knowledge. Much can be done in respect of bringing revolution in thoughts, growth of
righteousness and eradication of evil tendencies. When a true devotee can find God, there
is no reason why it may not be possible to find out a way by which the process of
spreading real knowledge may be pioneered. What is needed is to understand its
importance and pay attention to it.

Upasana (worship) is done of God. By sitting near God, divine virtues are imbibed,
feelings and emotions are refined and developed. Sadhana (spiritual training) is
performed of one's own life. Jiwan sadhana refines personality of a man by eradication of
evil tendencies and growth of righteousness. Aradhana (adoration) is of the society by
serving God living in all human beings. It is accomplished by magnanimous self-less
human service. Best service is one by which pain and sufferings of distressed persons are
redressed, their deficiencies fulfilled. Financial help can be rendered by any rich man but
only a spiritually enlightened person can render the survive of uplifting down-trodden
persons. In fact, this service is rendered not by material but by divine wealth. Divine
wealth never diminishes by giving.

Saints, ascetics have been giving prominence to service to the people who are on the
verge of degeneration. They, therefore, become adorable in the world. Persons who were
 served by these saints also became great. This best form of service can be rendered by
any one through the medium of dissemination of knowledge (Gyan yagya). Any person
can be enriched by this benefit himself and get the reward of rithteous deed by helping
innumerable persons.

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The Science of Mantras - Books Section of Gayatri Pariwar

Preface
Omnipotent Role of Sound in the Universe
Astonishing Power of Shabda – The Eternal Element of Sound
Constructive Applications of Sound in the Modern Age
Misuse of Sonic Energy – Risks in the Present Times
- Scientific Studies on Noise Pollution
- Infrasonic Communications: Misdeeds of Today
Guidelines from the Ancient Science of Shabda
Impact of Shabda on Mind and Intrinsic Character
Elements of the Science of Vowels
- Relation of Vocal Sound with the Pancha Tatvas
The Shabda Yoga
Energies of Shabda in the Living Laboratory of Human Body
The Suprasonic Power Hidden in Mantras
Immense Power of Shabda Used in the Sadhanas of Mantras
Structure and Implications of Mantras
Mantra Yoga: Effects on Gross Body
Sound Therapy: Ancient Knowledge
The Phonetics of Collective Chanting Described in the Vedas
Difficulties in the Rhythmic Enunciation of Vaidika Hymns
Sama Gana: Chanting of Vedic Mantras
- Schemes of Sama Gana
- Stepwise Division of Sama Gana
- Scriptures on Sama Veda
The Secret of the Power of Mantras
The Gravity of Japa
Linguistic Meaning and Types of Japa
Practices and Effects Associated with Japa
- The Significance of Shabda Sadhana
- Some Scientific Points
- Essential Disciplines for Japa Sadhana
Experiments on Mantras : Interaction of Sound with Thermal Energy
- Agnihotra and Japa
- Possibilities of Scientific Research
Power of Mantras: The Divine Source
Cosmic Cycles of the Vibrations of Mantra
Power of Shabda Aroused by the Gayatri Mantra
Psychological Basis of the Effects of Japa
- Subtle Effects on Human Body and Mind
Acoustics and Mantra Vigyan
Integration of the Sciences of Mantra and Yantra
Hidden Roots of Mantra Sadhana and Its Success
The Key to Cognition of Mantra Vidya
Scientific Roots of the Divine Impact of Mantra Sadhana

PREFACE

The knowledge of Shabda Brahm – Nada Brahm is an important branch of the Indian
school of spirituality. The science and philosophy of Shabda Brahm encompasses the
methodology and effects of mantra-japa, prayers, collective chanting and sadhanas of
the veda-mantras and that of the Nada Brahm deals with the genesis, expansion and
influence of music. The volume 19 of the “Pt. Shriram Sharma Acharya Vangmaya” series
presents truly rare and detailed information and guidance on this topic. The present book
is compiled from the English translation of the first two chapters of this volume that focus
on the cosmic dimensions of sound and the science of mantras.

Linguistically, the word mantra in Sanskrit implies a specific structure of sonic patterns –
coded in syllables and vowels, that works as an spiritual tool to liberate the mind from
ignorance, illusion and evil instincts. The specific configurations of syllables and the
corresponding combinations of phonemes in the mantras make the latter powerful
‘carriers’ of the cosmic energy of sound. The book presents a perspicuous introduction
with analysis of multiple aspects of the physical and subliminal impact of sound and the
structure of mantras. It also highlights authentic reports on scientific experiments in this
direction.

Different methods of rhythmic enunciation (japa) and spiritual practices (sadhanas) of

vedic mantras are described here with adept guidance. The author, Pt. Shriram Sharma
Acharya also focuses on mantra yoga as an effective endeavor to master the generation
and utilization, without any external means or instruments, of the immense powers of
sound for specific noble purposes. Although the vedic mantras could be well expressed
vocally as prose or verse, the method of singing them in specific rythms as hymns was
given principal importance by the Rishis. Hence the unique spectrum of vedic swaras and
the gamut of chanting patterns for mantras were evolved and encoded in the Sama
Veda. The Sama Veda contains divine knowledge of the miraculous spiritual flow of music
that can effectuate a vivid connection of the individual ‘self’ with thy-self. The author
highlights the crucial role of this Veda and discusses the present status of the schools of
s³ma g³na in the context of the difficulties faced today in identifying the best chanting
patterns for the Vedic Mantras.

The sadhanas of mantra yoga together with Nada yoga are integral parts of the spiritual
experiments on awakening of the Kundalini and realization of the Brahm through
Oamkar. These topics too are covered here sagaciously in scientific light. The paramount
role of vak (absolutely refined voice) in mantra yoga is emphasized with necessary
guidance. The author describes the four successively subtler levels of human voice (vani)
and presents the methods, for the control and refinement of the vani and mental
faculties, which can be practiced by everybody in day-to-day life. These sadhanas
gradually lead to the spiritual elevation of the vani up to the supreme level – the vak. He
further illustrates – how the hidden spiritual powers of a mantra are aroused by japa
through such a spiriutally empowered voice. And how the materialization of the blessings
and curses also becomes possible because of the power of vak. Authentic examples and
scientific evidences of the modern times are presented in this book with relevant
excerpts from the scriptures to support and explain the enormous potentials of refined
vani.

Acharya Sharma’s elucidation of the esoteric and complex subject matter of Shabda
Brahm and Mantras is indeed lucid, logical and scientific. The book also outlines – how
the modern science could offer multifaceted benefits towards the incessant welfare of
human society by constructive investigations in the Science of Mantras.

Dr. Pranav Pandya, MD

Director, Brahm Varchas Research Center,
Hardwar

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Omnipotent Role of Sound in the Universe
The vaidika scriptures on the origin of the universe mention that the absolute existence
of the Brahm is expressed and realized in the sublime vibrations of Shabda and Nada.
The anahat swar (the evolutionary impulse of cosmic sound) induced by these vibrations
is said to be the generator of perpetual energy in the universe. Shabda – the
omnipresent eternal origin of sound and Nada – the eternal element of the self-existent
cosmic impulse of music, immanent in the subliminal as well as the gross realms of
existence and their ever-evolving expressions in infinity are referred in the shastrik
literature as Shabda Brahm and Nada Brahm.

Shabdaitavada – the vaidika knowledge of absolute sound, describes the sublime power
of the omnipresent sound (Shabda) as an eternal, limitless whole and the sole creator of
the universe. Sound is regarded here as the basic source of energy and motion existing
in the universe. The existence of the material world is said to have originated from the
cosmic impulse, the infinite bang of Shabda. [The big-bang theory of the modern science
agrees with this conclusion of the —Rishis -scientists of yore]. The non-existence or
absolute end of the world at the ultimate time – the other 'end' of the universal cycle – is
also described to be a consequence of similar supersonic explosion. On the subliminal
front, the existence of enormous activities of mind is said to have been realized through
the eternal medium of sound.

In our day-to-day life, we generally come across with two types of sound – vyakta
(audible) and avyakta (non-audible). These are defined as jalp and antarjalp in the Jain
scriptures. The spoken words fall under the first category and those expressed silently
(e.g. while thinking....) or through the language of mind are examples of the latter.
Acoustic theories of modern physics have characterized these categories in terms of
frequencies of the involved 'hard sound'. The manifestation of the vyakta and avyakta
are relative in the physical world. The ultra and supersonic forms are avyakta to our
ears, which can normally sense a sound only in the frequency-range of 20 to 20000
vibrations per sec. Similarly, the loud noise of a busy road would be non-audible to a
person who is sitting in a closed house away from the road.... These examples clearly
illustrate that the avyakta sound also exists in the same ‘reality’ as the vyakta one.

Our cosmos consists of the sound waves in all frequency ranges –– beyond the grasp of
our audio sensors and even beyond the limits of our imagination…. Each impulse of the
infinite activities of Nature indwells in the cosmos in the form of subliminal vibrations (of
Shabda) before its physical manifestation in space and time. Many animals in this world
are well equipped to perceive such subtle sounds in some range. Several varieties of
birds and animals are therefore able to sense the future events, especially, many of the
natural calamities of tremor etc, that are impossible to be recognized by humans. Often
this ‘superhuman’ potential of animals and birds beats the advanced sensors of
sophisticated instruments.

The sonic vibrations of each spoken or mentally thought syllable exist in the universe
forever. Some frontline researchers of the modern science of sound hope that further
advancement of science and technology would one day enable recording the voices (of
the sages of yore) in the omnipresent ‘ocean’ of ether.

The vaidika science of mantras – the Mantra Vijgyna, developed by the —Rishis had
endowed them with an exceptional faculty of communication across the universe. This
power was indeed supernormal as compared to the capabilities of the modern inventions
like radio, television and radar...., etc. Mantra Vijgyna is the science of the subliminal as
well as the cosmic powers of sound. The specific configuration of the syllables compiled
in the mantras makes them important in terms of associated sonic effect. The
enunciation of a vedic mantra in a specific composition of accent, pitch, intensity,
amplitude and rhythm results in its expansion (at a pace faster than the laser beams) in
the endless domain of physical energy waves and consciousness. Because of the unique
property of sound to traverse (via the electro-magnetic waves) anywhere in the space,
the collective chanting of vaidika mantras can induce cosmic impact.
Significant scientific research on the demonstration and the measurement of sonic
energy has been carried out in the modern age of advanced technology. This includes
pioneering research in the area of ultrasonic in the USA and Germany. The applications of
ultrasonic and infrasonic technology range from strategic weapons to biomedical
instruments, from brainwashing to sound therapy and from telecommunications to
remote control of the spacecrafts….

Having realized that the energy generated by the decomposition – through japa of a
mantra – of the cosmic sound (shabda) would be of exponential magnitude as compared
to that of the atomic energy, some pioneering scientists have also begun an in-depth
study of the mantra vigyan… However, the researchers of this field must note that, it is
the sublime effect of the mantras on the consciousness, which is more important than
the gross (physical) sonic effects. Studies in this direction should therefore pay greater
attention on the possibilities of spiritual enlightenment of all conscious beings with the
help of mantra vigyna.

The treasure of knowledge in the Vedas is encoded in the form of mantras and chandas
(hymns). Every mantra and chanda has its significant importance. The Gayatri Mantra is
honored as preeminent in the science of spirituality and the mantra vigyna. This aadi
(absolute origin) mantra is a compilation of nine special words (in ancient Sanskrit)
formed by twenty four syllables. The japa of this mantra creates rhythmic pressure on
the nerves and also titillates the extrasensory energy center (the six chakras) and subtle
nerve-bundles (upatyikas) that generate soothing effects in the sadhaka’s body and mind
and also affect his deep inner self. This absolute mantra is said to have been realized
through the cosmic vibrations of the eternal, sublime force of the omnipresent supreme
consciousness (Brahma). This mahamantra is referred as the divine mother of all the
Vedas and hence of all branches of knowledge. It is also recognized as the smallest of all
religious scriptures and volumes of ultimate knowledge.... Because of its unique potential
of inspiring the individual consciousness to link with the supreme consciousness, the
Gayatri Mahamantra is indeed the most powerful and astonishing creation of shabda.

The symbolic depiction in the shastrik literature about.... “the seven horses of lord Sun
gaining energy from the vibrations in mahadakaï (the cosmic dimensions)....” –– implies
the generation of seven natural notes of music by the ‘explosion’ (from quintessential to
perceivable state of existence) of the anahat nada. This cosmic expression of Shabda
Brahm-Nada Brahm is described as the origin of the evolutionary impulse that resulted in
the gross (perceivable) and subliminal existence of the ever-evolving Nature and the
ever-expanding Universe…. This evolutionary afflatus is also described in the rhetoric
presentation of the scriptures as – the cosmic force generated by the commingling of the
Prakriti and Purusha .

The sublime vibration of the eternal sound of the self-existent absolute syllable “-” (Oam)
indwells everywhere in the cosmic expansion. The self-generation of its rhythmic impulse
(Omkar) – the ‘big bang’, had generated the infinite spectrum of the sublime and the
gross reflections of Shabda and consequently effectuated the existence and manifestation
of the electromagnetic waves and the basic physical energies of sound, heat and light.

The spiritual sadhanas of the Nada-Yoga lead to the realization of Omkar and hence to
the unfolding of the secrets of Nature and deciphering of the hidden movements of time
(past and future events)….

During the initial stages of Nada-Yoga one has to meditate upon the internal ‘sounds’
perceived through closed ears while sitting in an externally silent surrounding. Long term
dedicated practices of this method results in the experience of a variety of ‘otherwise’
non-existent sounds ranging for instance, from that of a whistle or flute to a buzzer or a
big-gong; tinkling of a beetle, peeling of bells, to the noise of the thunder bolts.... An
unperturbed subliminal humming sound (of "Omkar") is experienced in the depths of the
inner self in the completion phase of this yoga sadhana. The attainment of this ultimate
state of deep trance in Nada-Yoga corresponds to absolute harmony and engrossment of
the mind and the soul with the cosmic echo of Oam….

Realization and arousal of the sublime power of Shabda Brahm - Nada Brahm immanent
in the human body, mind and the inner core of the soul are aimed in some higher levels
of spiritual sadhanas.

All the branches of Mantra- Vigyan and related fields of yoga deal with the study and
practice of rhythmic enunciation of mantras and deep meditation upon the
transcendental powers of Shabda and Nada hidden in the former. These areas of
research in the science of spirituality and yoga deal with the knowledge of Shabda Brahm
- Nada Brahm. The inclusion of the perennial syllable (Oam) and its phoneme Omkar is
compatible as well as essential with respect to the compilation of a mantra. Therefore,
the science and philosophy of Omkar also fall within the vast domain of knowledge
pertaining to Shabda Brahm - Nada Brahm.

The Indian scriptures on yoga and spirituality mention a great deal on Shabda Brahm –
as the basis of all branches of Mantra Vigyan and the science of the eternal syllables ' - '
(Oam), and Nada Brahm – as the source of knowledge and realization of the seven
eternal notes and the science of Omkar and music.

The elementary practices of Shabda Yoga deal with training, control and refinement of
voice and speech. Consistent attempt for observance of purity, truth, precision and
softness of spoken (vocally or in mental conversation via thoughts) words in day-to-day
conduct are prerequisites before one could initiate Shabda Yoga. Gaining knowledge
through sacred means like good literature, interaction and learning from enlightened
personalities who possess truth and piety of character, and transmitting it to the
deserving persons via equally noble mode is also necessary as a preliminary exercise of
Shabda Yoga. A disciple (sadhaka) of this spiritual sadhana should realize the spoken and
written words as live carriers of thoughts, sentiments and inspirations.

The Nada Yoga principle focuses upon the sadhanas of realizing the spiritual dignity and
divine bliss of music through sincere training of the shastriya samgita (Indian classical
music).

Higher level endeavors of Shabda Yoga and Nada Yoga result in the attainment of
extrasensory potentials of communication in the subliminal horizons of supramental
intellect and super consciousness. An accomplished yogi of the Shabda Yoga, can
transmit his thoughts and inspirations to educe and control the minds of others at will.
Similar state of success in Nada Yoga enables one to receive cosmic signals, divine voice
and the messages of great souls and yogis from higher realms of spirituality.
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Structure and Implications of Mantras

Swami Ramatirtha had once stated that – ‘One may become a God but one can never
see or show thee...’. The same is true of the subtle elements, they can be experienced or
felt-in but can’t be seen or shown in a laboratory. Flow of radio waves through the ether
is well known though no instrument has been able to measure or demonstrate the
‘appearance’ or ‘existence’ of ether. We do feel the effects of chill, heat, happiness,
sorrow... etc. in our day-to-day life but we can never see or show these effects in visible
or otherwise perceivable forms.

Recitation of the mantras is only a means for arousing the omnipresent subtle power of
shabda. When we awake somebody by pushing him by our hand, the hand simply plays
the role of a tool, it is not a part of the process of awakening. Similarly, the specific
configuration of syllables and the sound (including the sublime sound) produced by the
japa of a mantra is only a means for activating specific field of the cosmic energy of
shabda. Which mantra is suitable for awakening what kind of subliminal energy center –
is described in the viniyoga (structural classification) of that mantra. All of the Vaidika
and the T³ntrika Mantras have distinct viniyogas. The ancient scriptures of Âgama and
Nigama describe the viniyoga part along with the details on the methods (and sadhanas)
of the japa of the mantras. Before reciting a mantra one must read and understand its
viniyoga.

The viniyoga of each mantra has five components – (i) Rishi, (ii) Chanda, (iii) Devata,
(iv) Bija and (v) Tatva. The first component contains the names of the —Rishi(s) or the
spiritual saints who had discovered, compiled and/or completely mastered that particular
mantra and who therefore are regarded authorities on all the knowledge associated with
the spiritual practice of that mantra. Such spiritual saints are the ideal gurus (guides) for
the disciples who endeavor a sadhana of that mantra. Recalling this first component of
the – viniyoga of a mantra also implies that revered devotion for those —Rishis and
adept guidance of a noble guru is essential for practicing (the japa of) that mantra.

The chanda indicates the rhythmic composition for the enunciation or chanting of the
mantra. As described earlier, each mantra can be practiced with different combinations of
swaras (musical accents) and gati (amplitudes). Manasika, Vachika, Upanshu, Udatta-
Anudatta, Swarita...., etc are some of the many modes of japa that are also described in
the chanda for a mantra. The specific pattern of sonic waveforms generated by the
mantra–japa depends upon the syllables of the mantra and the type of chanda used. The
assignment of appropriate chanda for the spiritual sadhana processes of practicing a
mantra is called – yati. The selection of a yati and hence of a chanda for a given mantra
is decided with respect to the purpose of the sadhana, the configuration of the mantra-
syllables and the mental and spiritual level of the sadhaka.

The third component, the devata represents the specific cosmic field (– of the subliminal
energy of shabda) in the limitless expression of the supreme thy consciousness – that is
aimed to be reached (realized) by the japa-sadhana of the associated mantra. We all
know that out of the different programmes being broadcast via the radio waves, a radio
set can catch (receive) only the ones whose frequencies it is tuned for. Similarly, from
the different streams of the conscious power of shabda present in the universe, a mantra
can be used to link the individual consciousness with the devata of that mantra.

As the practice of the mantra involves devoted meditation upon the devata along with
the specified (according to the chanda) rhythmic enunciation or chanting, the —rashes
had assigned visible forms to different devatas – representing different manifestations
and subliminal expressions of the One, Eternal, Thy Consciousness…. Some of the —
rishis also recommended worshiping the idols – of these forms of the devatas – in sacred
atmosphere before commencing the japa of the mantras.

Worshiping an idol of God often facilitates proper meditation and creation of the internal
emotions to strike the intrinsic core of absolute faith that is necessary for confluence of
the individual consciousness with the cosmic flow of divinity. This type of rituals (called
sakara upasana) do help conditioning the minds of the disciples who find it difficult to
meditate upon the subliminal forms of shabda in the shunya – the absolute void, the
ultimate, the ‘non-existent’ but eternal realms of thy conception.

The bija represents the origin of the mantra. It may be understood as a group of those
syllables that contain, in compact coded form, the gist (tatva) of the mantra and thereby
imply the latent existence of the specific power of shabda in that mantra. The japa of the
bija generates the ‘energy’ essential for initiating the activation of the ‘power’ of the
associated mantra.

The understanding and expertise of the science of mantras had illuminated the minds of
the —rishis with supernormal sagacity. They could therefore grasp the knowledge of the
limitless expansion of the universe and completely ‘visualize’ the structure and function
of the tiniest part of the over 72000 nerves and glands mysteriously folded inside the
human body and could also accomplish remarkable spiritual realizations. They also
presented different streams of their intrinsic knowledge in the ancient Indian scriptures
via prose consisting of the hymns of mantras.

The scientific significance of the sound produced by specific syllables has attracted many
researchers to study the special features of the sonic waveforms generated by the
recitation of the mantras. The ultrasonometer developed by Dr. Fristlov is used for
triggering different chemical reactions via the effect of ultrasound. The stirrer used in this
device can be made to stir (by the obvious effect of ultrasound!) so fast that in no time it
can make the steady water – contained around it – churn violently like that during boiling
at maximum pace. As far as the sonic effects are concerned, the subtle power of a
mantra, if focused, can be more ‘explosive’ than the nuclear power.

The yogis often use the vital power of the air-element (vayu-tatva) and gain supernatural
physical powers. A mantrika works at the highest level (akasha ) – in the hierarchy of the
five basic elements and he can therefore be more powerful than other yogis.

Apart from the physical power of shabda, the mantras are also endowed with the
‘magnetic’ power of the conscious energy of Ïabda. The emotional linkage – through
absolute intrinsic faith (shraddha) – with the devata of the mantra attracts the subliminal
energy of shabda. The devotion and prayers of the devata of the mantra are performed
to initiate this linkage. The rhythmic enunciation or chanting of mantras gives rise to two
types of subtle fields of influence – one, the ‘sphere’ of sonic effects, and the other, of
emotional (conscious) effects. The expansion and the power of attraction of these fields
intensify with continuous (cyclic) japa of the mantras in specific rhythm in a consistent
manner. So powerful their force of attraction could be that, any kind of material or
conscious form entering into their peripheries could be transformed according to the
influence of the mantra. The use of mantras for enlightening the mental and sentimental
domains of all the human beings may therefore be regarded as a scientific possibility, a
spiritual endeavor, rather than a myth or a daydreaming.

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Scientific Roots of the Divine Impact of Mantra Sadhana

That sound can be recorded (e.g., by tape-recorders), amplified (e.g., by loudspeakers),

propagated (e.g., by radio and TV signals), recognized (e.g., by the radar), measured
and analyzed (e.g., by spectrographs or voice-printers) – in physical terms, proves its
existence in matter.... A large number of examples of the destructive and creative effects
of sound on matter can also be found in day-to-day life (c.f. previous sections).

Mantra Vidya is based on making perfect use of the gross viz., the sound of the vani of
the sadhaka as well as the sublime viz., the consciousness –– the voice of the inner self,
expressed in thoughts, emotions and intrinsic strength of the sadhaka, powers of shabda.
The study of the higher level impact of mantras vis-à-vis that of the physical sound – in
the gross domains of Nature, seems feasible in the modern times of scientific
advancement.

The mechanical devices of radar send sound signals – via radio waves – far away in the
space and receive the echoed sound back in few micro (10-6) seconds. The radio waves
travel at a speed of about 295000 kilometers per second. Whenever their collision takes
place with any object on their way, these waves are reflected back (to the radar that is
set ‘tuned’ to receive them) at equally fast speed. The vibrations of these reflected
signals contain the ‘information’ about the position, size and some other properties of the
object. (This is how sound waves help in the recognition – through the radar, of an
enemy’s airplane during the war times....).

The human body could also be regarded as a ‘radar’ with respect to the gross sonic
effects of the mantras. The extrasensory inner components (like the sat chakras or the
granthis.... etc) of this biological radar send supernormal radio signals in the ‘etheric
whole’ via the vibrations of mantras being enunciated in specific rhythms.... This
wonderful radar receives back the quintessential signals of shabda as an ‘echo’ from the
cosmic nucleus of the mantra.

The latent power of shabda – linked with the spiritual enlightenment and hence with the
awakened power of the eternal consciousness of the soul of the sadhaka effectuates the
impact of mantras on the ‘radar’ of the sadhaka’s physical, subtle and astral bodies. And
thus empowers the sadhaka with the supernatural potentials and afflatus upon successful
completion of a mantra-sadhana.............