Mantras - Words of Power

Author: Swami Sivananada Radha
Publisher: Jaico
Year: 1999
Language: English
Pages: 175
ISBN/UPC (if available): 8172245509

Description

A highly readable book for those who seek the more esoteric explanations of the practice and power of an ancient spiritual discipline.

Mantras: Words of Power is a clear and inspiring key to the power of Mantras - the power of the word. Swami explains the meaning of various traditional Mantras, gives the benefits of Mantra in daily life and demonstrates how these sacred syllables can be used to focus the mind and to increase awareness. Once the power of the Mantra is attained, healing can also be experienced.

A rare knowledge that is concisely, poetically put. -- The Book Reader

CONTENTS: What is Mantra? * Mantra & Japa Yoga * Mantra Practice * Worship: Cultivating the Imagination * Benefits of Using a Mantra * How to Use the Mantra * Individual Mantras * Mantra & Healing * Mantra & Initiation * Experiences with Mantra * Mantra in Your Life + Appendix + Suggested Reading + Index