Jyotish Shree Mahesh Raval

Defination of Mantra

The meaning of the word mantra is cogitation, science, a branch of learning and knowledge. The habit of cogitation is conferred by the power of the mantra. When we try to put a thought repeatedly into our mind, it becomes a part of our nature, Hence with the power of the mantra, the mind is moulded accordingly. Alongwith, it is also called that science and faculty of learning by which energy is awakened. It give that knowledge and enlightenment by which ignorance and darkness can be dispelled. By devotion to it, such a change occurs within the life – force by which divine power and joy starts manifesting of the many special aspects of the process of the chant of the mantra, the maximum lies in the 'blast' (or sound) produced. This 'blast' means the extraordinary influence of the special sound in God's element.

Mantra is a complete set of words from the Vedas attributed to the deities or Devas. Mantras have come down to us from our Maharishis, saints, Sadhus and yogis who after recitation of Mantras for several thousand years guided us to follow them. Mantras for several thousand years guided us to follow them. Mantras are single or strung together syllables.

Mantras are used in Tantrik sadhanas or rituals, whispered or chanted in different combinations and contexts, setting up patterns of vibrations. One must learn to pronounce them properly as well as to understand their meaning. Hindus believe that god, good health, good fortune and victory over one 's enemies can be attained by chanting the right mantra. According to the puranas, Shastras and Maharishis, Mantra is the only way to attain one's desires, provided one recites them with complete faith and the prescribed methods and rules. The recitation of words of mantras should be pure and correct in order to create the right vibrations. Mantra sadhana is very difficult. If during practice some drawbacks remain, it can inflict losses. Without faith and belief, such practice should be avoided. Guidance of a competent Guru or preceptor to quite necessary to attain success.

Guidelines for Spiritual Practioner

VA sadhaka is the person who recites the Mantras, meditates and performs all the rites to attain sidhi through Mantras. The sadhaka should observe some rules and regulations very strictly while practicing Mantra Shakti. Although there is so much importance in the power of the mantra, all are not able to achieve that supremacy and they harbour continuous doubts regarding its success. The reason for this is lack of faith and confidence. when a person does not develop the pure and competent character–essential for making profound sentiments innate in the mantra – the mantra gives only ordinary results. One does not get any extra benefits with it. The work of raising a person to a high level begins with truthfulness in speech and this conduct, simplicity and pleasantness and this spreads to all the activity in life, If the "antahkaran" is consistently loaded with the dirt of wrong type of food, conduct, life – style and speech then howsoever good the mantra and the effort for the mantra, it will not be able to produce any effect.

Guidelines are provided for the Spiritual Practioner

Complete faith unflinching loyalty backed by a clear heart towards the deity is required for Sadhana.
Do not start Mantra Shakti under any pressure.
Trust in God, Cosmic love, kindness and patience should be the virtues of a Sadhaka.
Do not get emotional. On the other hand to be devout is good
Mantras on hearsay should be avoided as they must be authentic
Sadhana without any specific aim bears fruits early.
In case you see any miracle, do not fear Keep your WILL POWER strong and continue your Sadhana. All troubles will vanish.
Brahmacharya or celibacy should be observed during sadhana.
In case of failure, do not lose heart. Try it again and again and you will be crowned with success