Traditionally, Kundalini Yoga practices open with Tuning In using two mantras, the Adi Mantra and the Mangala Charan mantra. This video workshop covers the words and the translations, what and why we use these mantras, and practice chanting together.
As you follow along, here are the words to each mantra for quick reference:
Adi Mantra:
ONG NAMO GURU DEV NAMO
Translation:
I bow to the divine teacher within.
Mangala Charan Mantra (Protection Chant):
AD GURAY NAMEH
JUGAD GURAY NAMEH
SAT GURAY NAMEH
SIRI GURU DEVAY NAMEH
Translation:
I bow to the primal wisdom.
I bow to the wisdom through the ages.
I bow to the true wisdom.
I bow to the great unseen wisdom.
Chanting mantra can be intimidating to start at first. I remember when I began practicing and studying Kundalini Yoga this was a hurdle for me. I had stories built up about my voice not being worthy of being heard. I started chanting to my children as I put them to bed. I began with the two mantras we chant to tune in, Ong Namo and Aad Guray Nameh. I shared the meaning and the purpose of the mantras. It was through chanting mantra that those barriers were broken down. I still chant to my children as they are falling asleep.
Sound has the ability to vibrate our tissues. Notice this the next time you're singing along with Beyonce in your kitchen. Our voice is a muscle, and chanting helps us exercise and tone this muscle. It is a powerful way to explore connection through openness and vulnerability.
Musicians I love to practice these mantras with:
Snatam Kaur
Ajeet
Jai-Jagdeesh
Nirinjan Kaur
Their recordings can easily be found where you enjoy listening to music.
I encourage you to find your safe space to listen to these mantras and begin practicing. You have a message to share and your voice is worthy of being heard.
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