Namaha Mantra

The term “Namaha” is a Sanskrit word commonly used in Hindu mantras and prayers. It is often added at the end of a mantra or invocation. The word “Namaha” holds profound spiritual and devotional significance.

In the context of mantra recitation, “Namaha” is often used as a way to conclude a prayer or mantra, sealing the practice with an attitude of respect, devotion, and surrender. For example, in the mantra “Om Namah Shivaya,” it translates to “I bow to Shiva,” signifying reverence and devotion to Lord Shiva.

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Hello,

Namaste and thank you for joining me today for the Sacred Sound Journey,

The Art of Mantra Chanting.

Today we will be learning to chant the Namaha Mantra.

The term Namaha is a Sanskrit word commonly used in Hindu mantras and prayers.

It is often added at the end of a mantra or an invocation.

The word Namaha holds profound spiritual and devotional significance.

Its meaning can be understood in a few different ways.

Surrender and Salutation The primary meaning of Namaha is to bow,

Salute or offer reverence.

When added to a mantra,

It signifies an act of surrender and humility,

Acknowledging the divine or the higher power addressed in the mantra.

Breaking down the word Namaha consists of two parts,

Na and Mama.

Na means not and Mama means mine or me.

Therefore,

Namaha can be interpreted as not me or not mine,

Emphasizing selflessness and detachment.

Acknowledging the Divine Presence By saying Namaha,

One expresses recognition and acceptance of the divine presence,

Whether it be a deity,

Cosmic force or the ultimate reality.

It is an affirmation of the sacredness and reverence towards that which is beyond the individual self.

Namaha can be seen as an offering of oneself or one's ego to the divine.

It symbolizes devotion,

Surrendering personal identity in acknowledgement of a higher transcendent reality.

In the context of mantra recitation,

Namaha is often used as a way to conclude a prayer or mantra,

Sealing the practice with an attitude of respect,

Devotion and surrender.

For example,

In the mantra Om Namah Shivaya,

It translates to I bow to Shiva,

Signifying reverence and devotion to Lord Shiva.

Let us now learn to chant this mantra.

This mantra can also be recited mentally during pranayama or even during a vinyasa practice.

Sitting in a quiet place,

Sit tall and slowly take in a couple of deep breaths.

Now bring your attention to your exhalation,

Making it deeper and smoother.

After the next inhale,

Let us learn to chant the mantra.

Om Namo Namo Namaha Om Namo Namo Namo Namaha Om Namo Namo Namo Namoha Om Namo Namo Namo Namo Namoha After you chant this a couple of times,

Sit quietly and just simply allow yourself to take it all in.

I hope you have enjoyed chanting Namaha with me.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Take care and be well.

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