Defense from the thoughts ( single thought act).

a syllable or word that is sometimes repeated in meditation or prayer.

A sacred power encased in a sound structure.

A verbal verse repeated in prayer believed to be of divine origin

"Man" means mind; "tra" means control; a mantra is a means for the control of the mind. A mantra is a Sanskrit phrase used to quiet, then to control the mind - to keep the mind from racing unproductively from thought to thought, which keeps it and the soul of the person attached to the material world rather than to the spiritual world.

chanting, sacred word. It is a sacred word, verse or syllable signifying supernatural power. It is repeated to deliver the soul from bondage

Prayer formula or chant

Vedic hymn, sacred or mystical verse, a prayer.

A short expression in sacred language chanted to purify the mind and fulfill various aspirations.

Holy Sanskrit text; the sacred formula used in japa, or repetition of God's name. Also one of the two main sections of the Vedas. (See Vedas)

Thought or intention expressed as sound. Thus the word mantra denotes "prayer", "hymn", "spell", "counsel", and "plan". In yogic context, mantra stands for numinous phonemes that may or may not have communicable meaning. A mantra is a mantra by virtue of its having been communicated in an initiatory setting. Every mantra is associated with a particular invisible power or deity.

mantra: a word or sound that is repeated as a prayer or to help people meditate in the Hindu & Buddhist religions

a word or group of words having power to illumine the mind.

A mystical formula or invocation; a word or formula, often in Sanskrit, to be recited or sung for the purpose of intensifying the action of the Spirit of God in man. A form of prayer consisting of a word or a group of words that is chanted over and over again to magnetize a particular aspect of the Deity or of a being who has actualized that aspect of the Deity. See also Decree.

(Sanskrit) Formula composed of syllables (meaningful or meaningless) whose sounds produce psychic or spiritual effects; sacred sound.

A sound, syllable, word or phrase endowed with special power. Mantras are most effective on the path of liberation when given by the preceptor through initiation.

A verse, phrase or syllable of particular religious import.

chant for meditation by Hindus and Buddhists

A sacred hymn, often to be privately chanted.

Mystic formulae; chanting the holy names of God ( RRV-6b) meditation on a meaningful mystic formula ( SSS-III)

Tantric magic formula

The divine name; a potent vibration that resonates with the universal Truth and can reveal the same to those who meditate on it constantly. See the mantra page for more details.

short sentence made of phonemes adressed to a god; for instance : Om Ganeshaya Namaha (Om, I salute Lord Ganesh). The same mantra, repeated many many times by the practitioner, gets a specific inner energy which permits to reach states of higher consciousness. Usually, a mantra is said to be "efficient" only if it has been given to the disciple by his spiritual master (guru). Each deity is closely linked with one or several particular mantras. The first and most important mantra is OM. The tantric mantras are often made of a set of monosyllabic bija-mantras, and they carry strong powers; but it's difficult to practice them since their pronunciation must be perfect : if it's not, one can suffer body or spirit troubles

A sound that is used as a focus for mediation or worship. Similar to Hinduism.

Repetition of a letter, word or group of words. Chanting a mantra differs from chanting (repeating) The Lord's Name (Namjapa). When chanting a mantra, rituals, rules and regulations, initiation from a Guru, correct pronunciation, need to keep a count, importance of time and place, and possibility of harm due to incorrect pronunciation are present. In contrast, chanting The Lord's Name can be done anywhere and anytime, with no restrictions.

a sacred sound that is chanted or repeated during meditation or a Feng Shui cure.

A Sanskrit word, literally meaning 'mind protection'. Mantra protects the mind from ordinary appearances and conceptions. There are four types mantra: mantras that are mind, mantras that are inner wind, mantras that are sound and mantras that are form. In general, there are three types of mantra recitation: verbal recitation, mental recitation and vajra recitation.

holy incantation, Vedic hymn

A sequence of sounds used as a focus of meditation. The most famous mantra is that of " om," which consists of the three sounds "aa", "oo", "mm". For some examples of mantras and their explanation, go here.

Spiritual Speech

sacred word or phrase used in Hindu and Buddhist prayer or meditation; repetition of the mantra is believed to have the power to cause the mystic principle being evoked by the word into existence

Sacred words usually in the form of a vocalised chant.

That portion of the Veda which consists of hymns as distinct from the Brahmanas

A sound or word connected with a force or concept, meant to attune the chanter to the energy inherent in the mantra through constant repetition. Probably the best known mantra is the Sanskrit word "Om."

That which delivers the mind. Refers to a short sacred text or prayer, often recited repetitiously.

Sometimes translated as a chant, it is the repeating of phrases or words to help one concentrate and achieve focus.

mental device, instrument oft thought” – an acoustic formula whose sound shape embodies the energy-level of a deity; a spell, incantation or charm employed in Tantric ritual or sorcery. Chants, magical formulae.

The sacred name of God given by the guru to the disciple. Repetition of the mantra is japa.

Text for chanting repeatedly.

a special word or chant used in meditation or prayer.

"Mystic formula." A sound, syllable, word or a phrase endowed with special power, usually drawn from scripture. Mantras are chanted out loudly ro invoke the Gods and establish a force field.

A specially chosen syllable or series of syllables that is used in the practice of deep meditation.

meditative sound or prayer consisting of a syllable or word(s)

a commonly repeated word or phrase; "she repeated `So pleased with how its going' at intervals like a mantra"

(Sanskrit) literally a `sacred utterance' in Vedism; one of a collection of orally transmitted poetic hymns

a certain type of verse, a combination of carefully selected sounds that together create a nucleus of spiritual energy

a chant or vibration of sound used by Krishnas to free their minds

a combination of auspicious and sacred syllables, which forms a nucleus of spiritual energy

a combination of sacred syllables that forms a nucleus of spiritual energy and serves as a magnet or lens to focus spiritual force

a combination of sacred syllables, which generate spiritual energy

a combination of sounds, words and sentences, which because of certain rhythmical effects receive results, that would be possible without them

a cosmic word or sound vibration

a definite succession of sounds

a divine combination of divine syllables or sounds which when chanted with devotion,faith and emotion gravitate the concerned God or Goddess or deity and secure their divine blessings

a Divine power in the form of sound

a divine sound with the power to protect and bring joy to the one who repeats it

a few words that express the essential work of the project or company

a formula for invoking the grace of our chosen aspect of God

a formula or a word with spiritual significance, all religious disciplines are calculated to give man, the necessary concentration on the divine and ultimately take him to the goal

a grouping of sound vibrations which have an effect on the mental and psychic consciousness of man

a hymn or sacred words associated with a deity

a kind of prayer that contains the name of God that is inflected grammatically in the dative case

a magic formula

a meaningless word or phrase used as a vehicle to enable the mind to gently progress to finer and finer levels of thought

a mystical Hindu chant

a mystical syllable or phrase for rituals and meditation

a mystic word used in ritual and meditation

an ancient Sanskrit word assigned (for a fee) by a guru

an empowered word

an invocation based on the scientific knowledge of the power of sound

a part of magic not of religion at all, but everything is a big mess, mixed up

a personal prayer, repeated often enough it reprograms the mind, just as it was originaly programed

a personal sentence or phrase that helps you live a happy life

a phrase or collection of syllables said deliberately and repeatedly, like a fugue in music

a phrase or sentence, generally in Sanskrit or Tibetan, the sound of which embodies the power of a Buddha, deity, or other spirit entity

a phrase or word that you repeat to yourself in order to meditate, or otherwise gain enlightenment

a phrase, sentence or paragraph that you repeat in your mind

a phrase, usually a Hindu phrase, which you repeat over and over in your mind to establish harmony and to focus on your meditation

a powerful phrase that is said with a certain concentration or intent

a powerful word or phrase that may or may not have meaning in the

a prayer, an incantation, a few sacred words repeated again and again in order to achieve deliverance from worldly concerns

a 'prayer word', a word or phrase which we can use over and over again, and which helps to bring us into the presence of God

a precise sound, a frequency that conveys a directive into consciousness

a pure sound - vibration intended to deliver the mind from illusion and material inclinations

a repeated phrase that is like a boat, guiding you past your thoughts into the meditative state

a repeated sound used to induce trance-like focus

a revealed word or divine sound received or experienced by an adept in the state of deep samadhi (spiritual absorption)

a sacred sound or phrase that is repeated in conjunction with following the breath, to still the mind while cultivating focused awareness

a sacred sound, word, or a whole phrase used in eastern meditation techniques, or it can be used as a formula for invocation by shamans to controls spirits

a sacred syllable, word, or phrase, often a name of God, usually given in secret by a guru to a disciple, to be meditated upon and used in repetitive prayer

a sacred syllable, word or verse, which has been revealed to a sage in deep meditation

a sacred vibration of a name or aspect of God, or an alignment with God

a sacred word or words

a sacred word, phrase or sentence

a series of mystical words or syllables which is said to pertain to and invoke a particular deity or cosmic force

a series of verbal sounds whose effect lies not in an assigned intellectual meaning, but in an inherent sound-power that can produce a particular effect, physically or psychologically

a set of Sanskrit syllables uttered by a Buddha when in deep meditative equipoise on the nature of reality

a set of words or phrases whose purpose is to invoke an attitude state of mind or the protection of some higher power A Dharani is an incantation invoking the presence and manifestation

a shape that involves sound frequency and time

a short formula that generally has three purposes

a short phrase or sentence that clearly and succinctly describes the desired outcome

a single word or a short prayer which is repeated over and over until all other thoughts have been excluded

a small statement or collection of alphabets, words that is meant to be chanted for a given number of times and it will be poetic/rhythmic in nature to render the repeatability

a sound, a syllable, or a set of words

a sound current, a word or words which help focus the mind

a sound-form representing a basic spiritual ideal, such as the immanence of the infinite spirit ( Om ), or a personal deity like Shiva or Vishnu or Christ

a sound repeated over and over until it integrates into your consciousness - frees the mind from its constant DOING, and elevates you to an altered state of awareness

a sound structure of one or more syllables representing a particular aspect of the Divine

a sound that has the power to liberate the mind from conditioning and illusion

a sound that is designed to calm the mind and facilitate contact with the inner self

a sound that resonates in the atmosphere and creates a specific effect

a sound vibration that delivers the mind from illusion

a sound vibration which frees the mind from disturbance, enabling us to perceive our true self and our relationship with God

a sound vibration which is specially empowered to free the mind from anxiety

a sound which is repeated over and over until one begins to experience ones own inner being,or arrives at a point of identification with the here and now

a sound without a specific meaning, and it helps to take awareness away from the frenzy of daily activity of the mind to the stillness of spirit

a sound, word, or phrase that is repeated to yourself

a special set of words through only that particular deity could be summoned

a specific sound, which when used silently, serves as a vehicle to connect with deeper aspects of consciousness

a spiritual formula (holy word) given by the Guru (spiritual Master) to the devotee (follower) together with the instruction to repeat it continuously

a spiritualized word formula, often in Sanskrit

a string of words to be repeated again and again with a uniform speed of utterance

a subtle mental sound that facilitates the attuning to the mysterious frequencies of the cosmic forces

a syllable or phrase that is repeated over and over again and which has spiritual significance

a syllable or word or verse believed to have mystical power

a thought manifest in, or encapsulated by, a sacred utterance that possesses profound spiritual significance

a tone, a sound, a word without meaning, a vibration

a unique combination of sound vibrations

a Vedic hymn that causes the mind to meditate on a particular deity

a verbal formula sometimes sacred, repeated in prayer, meditation, or incantation

a very old Sanskrit word that is usually associated with meditation

a very very brief prayer or a salutation to a deity that is supposed to grace the devotee if chanted for a fixed number of times regularly

a word of phrase that is repeated in meditation or worship

a word or a sound

a word or combination of words held to be sacred

a word or group of words heard continuously with deep conscious attention, uncovering and amplifying an essential Vibration or Truth, which intentionally purifies the Cosmic Eye Centre and awakens us to Divine Experience

a word, or group of words, which has beneficial effects on all levels of life

a word or phrase, generally between two and seven syllables

a word or phrase repeated over and over to oneself

a word or phrase that carries spiritual meaning to the person who repeats it

a word or phrase that is repeated in meditation or prayer

a word or phrase that is used to impart a state of well-being and happiness in a person

a word or phrase, which has been given to a disciple by a Guru, usually as part of an initiation rite

a word or phrase which is repeated

a word or sequence of words that is repeated

a word or series of words chanted aloud or silently to invoke spiritual qualities

a word, phrase, or set of sounds that, according to the yogic tradition, was revealed to the sages and transmitted in a precise manner to seekers through the process of initiation

a word that, when repeated in your mind, leads to the same quieting of the voices

a word, usually the names of deities or brief verses from Hindu scriptures

(Skt.; = Tib. ngak). Ritual formula used in Vajrayana practice (see SADHANA) to evoke a particular deity.

word or words of spiritual power

A Sanskrit word, literally meaning "mind protection". Reciting the mantra of a particular Buddha helps us gain his or her inner qualities.

Holy Sanskrit text; also (with capital M) one of the two main sections of the Vedas, which describes the hymns used in the sacrifices.

A repetitive jingle or sound bite meant to keep New Age minds under control and thus dimwitted enough to follow a guru.

A form of meditation in which a sacred syllable, word, or verse is chanted repeatedly with the aim of emptying the mind and entering a meditative state. In some spiritual traditions, the mantra is said to have incantational and spiritually transformational powers.

root - manas, mind; tra to protect. Mantras are words or syllables that are recited during meditation practice to release the mind from unfocussed activity and prepare it for the state of illumination

A powerful or sacred syllable or phrase recited as a form of meditation; it is often associated with a particular deity.

(Sanskrit, "mind protection"). Syllables recited during meditation.

A mantra is a sacred word or syllable repeated in prayer or meditation which is most commonly used in Buddhism or Hinduism. Meditation - Meditation is the act of meditating. Meditating is a close or continued thought, revolving of a subject in your mind, serious contemplation, reflection, visualization or musing. There are many different ways and exercises for meditation. Many times mantras are used during meditation along with visualization to cause positive changes in one's life.

Word or sound repeated to aid concentration in meditation or recited by priests during ritual. Often, the mantras are names of gods or demons.

The Sanskrit word is Dharani, i.e. esoteric incantation. It is a treatise with mystical meaning, and is regarded as every word and deed of a Bodhisattva. It is one of the most popular method of cultivation in Buddhism, especially in Shingon or "True Word" sect.

a series of sylables invoking a spiritual power or blessing; a mantra may be directly meaningful ("Lama, please think of me") or quite abstract (OM MINI PADME HUNG).

Ritual sound, word, or phrase used to evoke a certain religious effect.

a transcendental sound or Vedic hymn

a sacred word or formula from spiritual scriptures, used in chanting and meditation practices.

A prayer or chant.

prayer with magical powers, charms.

(Sanskrit) Spell, chant, or sacred sound.

Tantric sex term for a repeated verbal chant.

A series of syllables, considered sacred (and sometimes magical), used in meditation and rituals.

A word or phrase used repetitively in chanting.

Sacred sounds

Holy names of Hindu deities used in transcendental meditation.

A short sacred phrase, often chanted or used in meditation.

A sacred thought or a prayer.

A sacred verbal formula repeated in prayer, meditation or incantation, such as an invocation to God or a syllable or portion of scripture containing mystical potentialities.

A sacred sound, symbolically expressing a particular divine energy.

A word or sound which, when repeated to oneself during meditation, helps one to achieve a deeper meditative state of consciousness.

Mantra is a sound or set of sounds which mirror both our Source and the original movements of creation. It therefore has the unique power to bypass the chaos of our physical, emotional and mental movements and restore us to a state of pristine harmony. Mantra Yoga is traditionally regarded as a complete and perfect yoga path. Its utter simplicity belies an awesome profundity and joy.

Sacred word by which a spiritual teacher initiates his disciple; Vedic Hymn; sacred word in general.

In Hinduism and Buddhism, mystic word used in ritual and meditation. It is believed to have power to bring into being the reality it represents. Use of such mantras usually requires initiation by a guru, or spiritual teacher.

Literally, an "instrument of thought." Words or sounds that evoke certain energies used as a focus for concentration, creating specific patterns and qualities. Commonly used in meditation.

That which leads the mind to God'. A sacred verse. Usually chanting the name of a God. E.g. 'Aum Shree Swaminarayan Namah

Hymn, incantation.

Meditative sound and positive affirmations.

(Skt) Sacred word or formula repeated often of only one or two syllables, used in certain Buddhist rituals.

subtle sound vibration, which through repetition aims at expanding one's awareness or consciousness.

religious incantation

a trancendental sound or Vedic hymn

a sacred sound or phrase, such as om, hum or om namah shivaya, said to have a transforming effect on the mind of the person reciting it.

Short repetitive phrase chanted rhythmically to achieve some spiritual objective.

A word or phrase to be repeated over and over to numb the mind and crowd out troubling thoughts arising from remnants of conscience. A favorite prayer form of Abortionites.

lit. "instrument of thought." A prayer or song of praise; a mystical verse or magical formula used to invoke a deity or to acquire a divine power. Commonly used to refer to any word, phrase, or prayer used for meditation. One of the two main sections of the Vedas. Mantras are chanted loudly during puja to invoke the gods. Certain mantras are repeated softly or mentally for japa, the subtle tones quieting the mind, harmonizing the inner bodies and stimulating latent spiritual qualities. Hinduism's universal mantra is "aum" or "om."; The Lord's Prayer and Hail Mary are but two examples of a Christian mantra.

Word or words repeated either silently or verbally to induce an altered state.

A form of meditation that uses repeated phrase(s) that help to free the yogi from random thoughts by focusing on the phrase. Different mantras have different effects.

sacred syllable or words, sound vibration

Special words or sounds for health and spiritual development.

(Sanskrit): sounds or words used in meditation to cut through discriminating thoughts so the mind can become clear.

power-laden syllable or series of syllables that manifest certain cosmic forces or aspects of a buddha.

A word that is spoken of sung repeatedly. The sound is said to vibrate in the body and awaken certain energies during meditation.

A specific word or phrase chanted inwardly and repeatedly during meditation.

A syllable, word or phrase used to focus the mind during meditation. It can be repeated mentally or out loud. Om is the best-known mantra.

(Skt.): 'Tool for thinking'. 1. Prescribed syllables (in Sanskrit) to protect the mind (from DEFILEMENTS). They express the essence of specific energies. Recitation of mantras is always done with specific visualisations. 2. Often, Mantra is used as a synonym for VAJRA or TANTRA.

Literally, mind protection. Mantras are Sanskrit syllables—usually recited in conjunction with the practice of a particular meditational deity—and embody the qualities of the deity with which they are associated.

A sacred formula used for japa or repetition.

A word or phrase that is to be chanted repetitively in an effort to empty the mind and attain "cosmic con-sciousness" (oneness with God and the universe).

( Skt.): Literally, "mind-protection." Expressions of enlightened speech, mantras are recited in order to protect the mind of the practitioner from ordinary perceptions by identifying with the wisdom speech of the deity.

Sacred syllable or word, or set of words through the repetition and reflection of which one attains perfection.

(Skt); sngags (Tib). Literally this word means ‘protection of the mind’. Repetition of a mantra protects the practitioner’s mind from being swamped by ordinary perceptions.

a sound or phrase that is repeated in the mind to help produce a meditative state

a word or a short phrase which is considered sacred or effacacious; to be uttered, usually many times in repetition, during prayer or meditation. Both Eastern and Western religions have traditions that utilize forms of mantra .

Sacred chant words.

(from the verbal root man "to think"): a sacred sound or phrase, such as om, hum, or om namah shivaya, that has a transformative effect on the mind of the individual reciting it; to be ultimately effective, a mantra needs to be given in an initiatory context (diksha)

(zhen-yan): Sacred words recited by Buddhist practitioners. See TANTRA.

a sacred phrase of spiritual significance and power; verbal chant

See meditation.

A mantra (Devanagari मन्त्र) is a religious or mystical syllable or poem, typically from the Sanskrit language. Their use varies according to the school and philosophy associated with the mantra. They are primarily used as spiritual conduits, words or vibrations that instill one-pointed concentration in the devotee.

Mantra is a composition by the German avant garde composer Karlheinz Stockhausen, composed in 1970. Scored for two ring-modulated pianos (each player is also equipped with crotales and wood blocks), the piece represents a turning-point in Stockhausen's music, being the first instance of the technique the composer calls formula composition (though the technique was already foreshadowed in the withdrawn Formel some two decades previously). This technique involves the projection and expansion of a melody-formula, or complex of two or three melodies.