EY 300 Kriya, Mantra & Yantra

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EY 300 Mantra & Yantra Lesson

 

Mantra

Sanskrit Definition; Tool of the Mind. A vibrational instrument that transforms, elevates, purifies, and awakens consciousness.

 

Mantra is said in Tantra yoga to be the supreme and core spiritual tool for spiritual transformation. Mantra is said to transform the consciousness faster than any other yoga practice… meditation, pranayama, asana, etc. It opens a direct connection to the Divine within, aligns inner aliveness and energy.

 

Open Mantras

Om/Aum

So Hum

Om Namah Shivaya

Guru Ram Das

Aham Prema

Hreem

Om Shanti Om

Om Tare, Tuttare, Tu Re Soha

Om Mani Padme Hum

 

Benefits of Mantra

-Concentration and Focus of the Mind;

is a superior focus for the mind, supporting concentration. Using anchors like mantra to lessen distractions, mental disturbances and support inner peace and stillness

-Vibrational Tuning;

Mantras focusing on Divine Nature have frequencies that invite every cell of the body, every drop of water, every molecule to vibrate at that high spiritual frequency. When sacred sounds and mantras are chanted, sung or spoken repetitively they can transform the consciousness, shift negative energies, balance subtle body systems and invite deeper states of meditation.

-Kundalini Awakening

In Tantra yoga sacred mantras are said to awaken the kundalini energy in spine and body. By repeating sacred chants and mantras the energetic vibrations awaken the Sushumna Nadi, or central channel, Great River that flows up the spinal column from tale to crown. This is said to lead to deeper states of spiritual awakening and physiological refinement as well as invite states of Samadhi.

-Oneness

Mantra meditation connects us to the Divine within, allows us to realize Unity Consciousness and oneness with the Universe and All that Is.

 

Complimentary Uses;

Mantra and chanting sacred words and phrases can be used with meditation, pranayama, kriya, mudras, visualizations, ceremony.

 

Benefits: Ideal Mindfulness Practice

-Spiritual growth and self-awareness

-Stabilizes the mind, quiets and calms the mind.

-Activates inner peace.

-Improves memory and concentration.

-Reduce disturbances, distractions, monkey mind, and mental chatter

-Releases negativities, charged emotions, reactivity and anger.

-Lowers stress, anxiety and depression.

-Activates, develops and refines the subtle bodies and nervous system.

-Reach transcendental states of awakened consciousness

-Align and energize’s all the bodies energy systems such as prana vayus, nadi’s, kosha’s, chakras

-Energize Intentions, inviting manifestation of visualized intentions, dreams and desires

-Deepens spiritual connection, awakening and union with Divine of understanding.

-Lowers heart rate

-Reduces blood pressure

-Activates the parasympathetic nervous system and relaxation response in the body.

 

How to Include Mantra in your daily Sadhana Practice

 

Sadhana

Sadhana is a daily committed and disciplined spiritual practice that supports spiritual growth, inner development, self-realization and a deep intimate connection to the Divine of your understanding. Mantra deepens your daily practice, provides profound transformative benefits emotionally, spiritually and physically.

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 -Choose a mantra that inspires you.

-Know the deeper meanings and vibrational intentions of the mantra

-Practice daily repeating the mantra outloud or silently to yourself

-Begin with a short time frame to chant your mantra and increase the time gradually.

 

Yantra

Yantra in Tantra Yoga

Sanskrit Meaning:

Yam- To hold, control or sustain.

Tra- Sacred instrument, tool, machine

Both a visual technology and spiritual instrument of transformation and alignment with Divine Order.

 

In Tantra yoga a yantra is a sacred geometric design or diagram, such as the Shri Yantra that is a living portal to spiritual awakening and transformation.

It is an energetic tool or anchor the mind can focus on that channels Divine energies, connects the student to sacred cosmic energies and offers alignment with spiritual states of consciousness.

A yantra is like an energetic map or blueprint that guides the mind to pure awakened consciousness. It embodies Divine Cosmic energetic powers by guiding your concentration to the Divine powers within you.

They are geometrically precise patterns including triangles, circles, lotus, squares, etc. that guide the distracted mind into the stillness of the sacred heart within, the Infinite Universal Love of the Soul. By drawing the focus inward to the Bindu or central point of pure conscious awareness, students can enter into deep states of meditation and accelerate awakening. Yantras are said to illuminate the subtle vibrations that influence and resonate within your whole being, activating higher states of consciousness and awakening.

 

Each Yantra is associated with a unique vibration and benefit.

Sri Yantra- Cosmic Order

Kali Yantra- Transformation

Durga Yantra- Protection

 

General Benefits of concentrating awareness on yantras

-Connects student to cosmic energy

-Connect with higher consciousness

-Connect with Soul, Atma, Inner Teacher

-Focus’s the mind

-Balances energy

-Enhance concentration and focus

-Elevates spiritual awareness

 

 

Different Geometric Symbols

Lotus Petals- Purity, activates chakras

Triangles- Union of masculine and feminine

Upward triangles represent Shiva, and downward triangles represent Shakti

Circles- Infinity and time

Bindu- Unmanifest Absolute, Central Point

Squares- Four directions and physically manifested reality

 

Śrī Yantra

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The Śrī Yantra

The most revered Tantric yantra, also called the Sri Chakra. Symbolizes Goddess Tripura Sundari and the entire cosmos.

When in it’s presence and consistently meditating upon the sacred geometry of the Sri Yantra it becomes a spiritual instrument of transformation.

-Harmonizes the mind

-Aligns student with cosmic order

-Transforms awareness

-Bridge between inner self and outer cosmos

 

Benefits

• Physical: Improves flexibility, strength, and circulation through mindful movement.

• Energetic: Enhances prana flow, balances subtle energy centers, and supports overall vitality.

• Mental and Spiritual: Cultivates mindfulness, concentration, and a deeper connection to one’s inner awareness, facilitating spiritual growth and self-realization.

• Therapeutic: Can be adapted for rehabilitation, stress reduction, and gentle movement for those with stiffness or health limitations (Dzogchen Community UK) 

 

Understanding Yantras and Mantras

A mantra is a sacred sound or vibration, often a sequence of Sanskrit syllables, that produces specific effects on consciousness and the subtle energy field of the practitioner. It operates at a vibrational level, influencing both the mind and the surrounding energy, regardless of whether the practitioner understands its literal meaning 
A yantra, on the other hand, is a geometric diagram or visual instrument designed to hold, concentrate, and transmit the energy of a deity, cosmic principle, or mantra. It is often composed of shapes like triangles, circles, hexagons, lotus petals, and a central point called the bindu, which represents the unity of the divine and the practitioner’s spiritual center 

 

Yantra and Mantra

Yantra is a visual geometric instrument that when used with mantra amplifies the spiritual energy of both yantra and mantra.

Yantra- Divine Form, light body, visual embodiment of Divine Power

Mantra- Divine Sound, cosmic energy

 

Benefits of Integration of Yantra and Mantra; union of form and sound amplifies the spiritual power of both qualities.

When joining yantra with mantra it becomes alive with Divine Power. With combining the spiritual vibrations of mantra with a yantra, the power and intention of both mantra and yantra are amplified. Yantra provides a visual anchor for the energetic and spiritual power of the mantra. Mantra can activate the qualities and spiritual benefits of the Yantra and the Yantra amplifies the qualities and spiritual benefits of the mantra.

Mantra will enhance, energize and empower the symbolic meanings and benefits of the yantra.

 

-Amplifies Divine power of both mantra and yantra

-Enhance concentration and focus to join both mantra and yantra

-Accelerates spiritual growth and awakening

-Manifests spiritual qualities of protection, prosperity, health, inner peace.

 

Tibetan Dzogchen; Yantra Yoga can also refer to a Tibetan yogic system called Dzogchen. Although not associate with Tantra this form of Yantra Yoga harmonizes body, mind and spirit by integrating movement, breath, and heightened awareness.

gs awareness inward toward the Infinite Self.