A Guide to Vedic Chanting
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By T.K.V. Desikachar and Dr. Kausthub Desikachar
The Veda-s are ancient scriptures in the Sanskrit language. Traditionally it is believed that the Veda-s are the breath of God and eternal, hence they are not composed by humans but revealed to ancient seers while in a deep meditative state. Considered complete and impeccable, they wield high influence on Indian scriptures and are held sacred by millions to this day. Bound by a set of strict rules, the Veda-s continue to be chanted today in exactly the same way as they were in the distant past. In the ancient past, Vedic Chanting formed a part of daily activity in everyone’s life as all rituals were based on the Vedas. A Guide to Vedic Chanting has been compiled to orient a beginner in the art of Vedic Chanting to its history and technique. It will serve as a useful resource when embarking on the magical, potent journey on sacred sounds.A Guide to Vedic Chanting
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A Guide to Vedic Chanting
By T.K.V. Desikachar and Dr. Kausthub Desikachar
About the Book
The Veda-s are ancient scriptures in the Sanskrit language. Traditionally it is believed that the Veda-s are the breath of God and eternal, hence they are not composed by humans but revealed to ancient seers while in a deep meditative state. Considered complete and impeccable, they wield high influence on Indian scriptures and are held sacred by millions to this day. Bound by a set of strict rules, the Veda-s continue to be chanted today in exactly the same way as they were in the distant past. In the ancient past, Vedic Chanting formed a part of daily activity in everyone’s life as all rituals were based on the Vedas. A Guide to Vedic Chanting has been compiled to orient a beginner in the art of Vedic Chanting to its history and technique. It will serve as a useful resource when embarking on the magical, potent journey on sacred sounds.
About Vedic Chanting
Vedic chanting is the practice of vocalizing Sanskrit sounds for purification and self-realization. The study, contemplation and chanting of the Veda-s is called adhyayanam, which means “to come closer to yourself” or “to make a pilgrimage to your heart’s center”.
Yoga is more than just asana. The Veda-s are the source text of yoga. A complete understanding of the yogic system includes Vedic chanting and Sanskrit mantra-s as the Veda-s. Vedic chanting expedites and enhances your spiritual path or yoga practice to deeper meditative states.
Vedic recitation provides a tool for self-knowledge or svadhyaya—a way to come closer to your higher Self. With practice, you gain understanding of universal principles, cultivate self-awareness, and sharpen discernment and mental focus.
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