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Mantra: The Original Power of the Spoken Word

127 pages, 8 1/2 x 11", spiral bound

The science of mantra is thousands of years old. And it is still practiced by millions of people from several of the world's Great Religions. Why? Because mantras work. In this fascinating book, the author presents the ancient science of mantra on a more accessible level than has ever before been attempted. In this book you will learn

• The Science of Sound: How ancient sages created sanskrit mantras out of primeval sounds that stimulate the chakras in the subtle body.
• Our Karmic Predicament: The four types of karma and the means to reduce or transcend the effects of past karma.
• Planetary Influences: Eastern and Western approaches to astrology; correspondences between planets and bodily organs; mantras for purifying the energies we receive from each planet; mantras for receiving power from the Sun.
• Mantra Traditions: The Hindu and Buddhist approaches to mantra. The esoteric mantra practices of Tibet.
• Mantras for Specific Conditions: The specific formulas for attaining health, wealth, protection, happy marriage, control of emotions, and more.
• The Classical Method of Mantra Discipline: The use of malas or rosaries; 40-day sadhanas; Ganesha sadhana to remove obstacles.
• Gurus and Teachers: The significance of teachers in mantra practice; mantras that are imparted "with power"; the nature of the Upaguru, or inner teacher in all of us.
• Specialized Practices: The use of "seed" mantras; India's most celebrated mantra, the Gayatri; celebrations of the Buddha's birthday (Wesak).

The explanations are clear and easy to follow. The mantras are spelled out in English letters, and a pronunciation guide is included. This is a practical manual that you can put to work in your own life immediately.