Sanatana Dharma

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Sanatana Dharma is a term that refers to the Eternal Truth. The roots of this phrase can be traced back to ancient Sanskrit literature as a form of cosmic order.

 

Sanatana denotes “that which is without beginning or end” or “everlasting.”

Dharma, no direct translation into English, but comes from the word "Dhri", meaning “to hold together or sustain.”

Dharma is often understood as the “Natural Law.”

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As such, the whole term, Sanatana Dharma, can translate as “the eternal & natural way of living.”

In fact, Sanatana Dharma is widely considered to be the original term used to describe what we now know as Hinduism.

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Sanatana Dharma encompasses the list of practices including mental cultivation, virtues & morality. Following this code allows one to reach Kaivalya or Moksha, a state of Self-knowledge, enlightenment, and spiritual liberation. The practice of Yoga is a vital part of this process as it allows the Yogi to achieve a union with their spiritual side.

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Sutra

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Sutra, meaning "string" or "thread", refers to a teaching, or a collection of teachings of spiritual practices in the Indus region.

The term Sutra is used to refer to the teachings in Vedic, Yogic, Buddhist and Jain philosophies.

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Agama

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Agama refers to the collection of teachings, which could also be understood as the doctrine of a particular tradition.

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Tantra

 

The term tantra, in the Indian traditions, also means any systematic broadly applicable "text, theory, system, method, instrument, technique or practice". Tantra, meaning "loom", "weave", refers to the integration of the various teaching and putting them into practice. It can also be understood as the collection of teachings, and the system of training in the spiritual practice.

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People often have the misconception that Tantra refers to the sexual practices that fake "gurus" commonly used to exploit their guillible believers, especially in Tibet, Asia, and even America.

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Mantra

 

Mantra Yoga is a branch of Yoga that focuses on the repetition of sacred sounds, words, or phrases known as Mantra. Mantra are believed to have a transformative and spiritual effect on the practitioner. 

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In Mantra Yoga, the repetition of Mantra is done with intention, concentration, and devotion. By chanting or silently repeating Mantra, practitioners aim to quiet the mind, cultivate mindfulness, and connect with a higher consciousness. 

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This type of Yoga can be practiced in various forms, including group chanting, individual recitation, or as a part of meditation. It is considered a powerful tool for spiritual growth, self-discovery, and connecting with the divine.

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Mantra can bring you many benefits, but if you think reciting mantras would do some magic and take away all your problems at once, then you are simply living in a bubble. If you ever ask an astrologer how Mantra work, they will tell you how a Mantra alters the way you think, which eventually permits you to change your life or actions for good. However, to have these wonderful benefits of mantras on your mind, you need to practise - recite - them on a regular basis.

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The word ‘Mantra’ has its roots in the ancient Sanskrit language. Mantra as a word is made of two terms ‘man’ which means ‘mind’ and ‘tra’ which means ‘tool or instrument’. Thus a Manta is nothing but a tool for thinking. As only when you think of your full potential, only then can you make the required changes in your life. But the question must be asked, why do we end up plaguing our thinking process? Astrologers claim that humans are not just intellectual beings but also emotional beings who are habitual to making decisions based on their emotional acumen. This leads to unalignment of mind and feelings at times, which results in confusion for the native. Hence to align our minds with our feelings, mantras come into the picture.

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Our mind is always in a state of activity, and recitation of a Mantra acts as an instrument to bring it to a standstill for relaxation. As we are in our peace zone now, we are able to connect with our subconscious. This allows us a deeper state of awareness, thus helping us make better decisions in life. In fact, some of the mantras in astrology are simply melodic phrases that do not even have any particular meaning. Their sole purpose is to musically uplift the senses of an individual, as music is usually known to hit the right chords within us. This way, one is better able to align his mind and heart to take a fruitful life decision for himself.

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Most of the Mantra are written in Sanskrit because of the fact that Sanskrit words produce pure vibrations. Writing Mantra in Sanskrit helps produce pure vibrations of the Chakra thus ensuring they don’t get blocked. Writing Mantra is an age-old practice as these mantras can be found in texts dating back to 1000 BC. At its simplest, the word ‘AUM’ is a Mantra and is believed to be the first sound that originated on the earth.

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There are 3 types of Mantra - Beej Mantra, Saguna Mantra and Nirguna Mantra:

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1. Beej Mantra

One of the most sacred Mantra is 'AUM'. It is a Beej Mantra, meaning a seed sound that forms the basis of all the Mantra. AUM is a universal Beej Mantra as it has found a place in various religions. There are many more beej mantras that form the basis of all other Mantra in astrology. Each of these Beej Mantra is associated with some deity. When chanted with focus and devotion, Beej Mantra help in fulfilling the desire of any native.

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2. Saguna Mantra

Saguna is a Sanskrit word meaning “with attributes” or “having qualities." Saguna Mantra are sometimes called deity mantras because they often focus on some form of the divine.

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3. Nirguna Mantra

Last but not least are the Nirguna Mantra, which are said to have originated from the Vedic texts and are thus the oldest Mantra. No deities are invoked with these words. The Nirguna Mantra can be very difficult to interpret and are considered to not have a specific form or meaning. These Mantra are said to have their identification with all of creation and contain the fundamental truths in Yogic philosophy. It is said that one’s mind must be very strong to be able to concentrate on the abstract Nirguna Mantra.

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​Yantra

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Yantra, meaning "machine" or "contraption", is a geometrical diagram, mainly from the Tantric traditions of the Indian religions. Yantra are used for the worship of deities in temples or at home; as an aid in meditation; and for the benefits believed given by their occult powers based on Hindu astrology and tantric texts. They are also used for adornment of temple floors, due mainly to their aesthetic and symmetric qualities. Specific yantras are traditionally associated with specific deities and/or certain types of energies used for accomplishment of certain tasks or vows that may be either materialistic or spiritual in nature. They become a prime tool in certain sadhana performed by the sadhaka, the spiritual seeker.

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