MANTRA YOGA
TYPES OF JAPA
MANASIKA JAPA - Mental repetition of the mantra is called manasika japa.
VAIKHARI JAPA – Mantra when chanted loud and verbally to shut out all worldly sounds is called vaikhari japa.
UPAMSHU JAPA – Mechanical repetition of a mantra without any feeling also has a great purifying effect on the mind. This is upamshu japa.
LIKHITA JAPA – This is called mantra writing. When one writes a mantra, it is important to observe silence , which helps develop the power of concentration.
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Important things to remember when practicing japa
- Pay careful attention to the speed and rhythm of chanting.
- Pronounce correctly and undertstand the esoteric meaning of the mantra.
- Practice japa at the same time every day.
References:
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www.yogajournal.com
Submitted by: Mrs. Uma
Edited by: Mrs. Savitha
