Boise Tuesday Chant Group

 

Everyone is welcome to chant along with the videos posted here!

This post was created for the Tuesday Chant Group that meets in Boise. Since we won’t be meeting from now until January 7, 2025, group members wanted a way to chant during the holiday hiatus. This post provides opportunity to chant any/every day whenever you like.

The two sections correspond to our Tuesday practice, first the Bija Mantras of the Chakras, second the Sa Ta Na Ma (Kirtan Kriya) Meditation Chant, the eleven-minute version.

I have found three versions of each; a nice variety of animated version (not cartoon), a real-person version, and some with pictures only, no people.

There is a bonus video at the end. Since we talked in group about the full chakra chanting practice of the sounds/mantras of all the lotus petals, I’ve included a video of that as well. It was fun to find it, and is just for your enjoyment, there are no plans to expand our practice to include it.

We always start with a few deep breaths to center and be in the moment.

Please choose one video from each section and enjoy!

Bija Mantras (Seed Sounds) of the Seven Chakras Lam Vam Ram Yam Ham AUM

Daily Bija Mantra Chanting for Chakra Balancing and Activation – 5 repetitions per chakra with Ahhh at crown chakra, pictures for each chakra – 9:45

All 7 Chakras Healing Chants (Chakra Seed Mantra Meditation) – led by three men doing hand gestures (mudras), Ahhh at crown chakra – 21:20

Healing Chakra Chants | 3 Mins Per Chakra | Seed Sound Mantra Meditation – led by a woman, chanting starts at 7-minute mark, silence at crown chakra – 31:36

SA TA NA MA – Kirtan Kriya – Practice

Kirtan Kriya Meditation – animated with finger movements – 11:30

12 Minute Kirtan Kriya Practice – person with finger movements – 12:52

Kirtan Kriya - 11 min Satanama Kundalini Meditation – landscape with nature sounds and quiet gong between segments – 12:22

BONUS

Remember we talked about a full chakra-chanting practice that included the sounds that are on the petals of the chakra lotuses? That’s what this is. This is strictly for your enjoyment. At only eight minutes, I don’t think it’s long enough to evoke a trance state, but it’s very soothing, and if you like, you can focus on the area of the body that corresponds to each chakra as the letters are chanted. You’ll know by the colors on the screen, they don’t directly follow bottom-to-top order, but do use the Western scheme of Red – Root, Orange – Sacral, Yellow – Solar Plexus, Green – Heart, Turquoise Blue – Throat, Purple – Forehead so you’ll know where to focus.

This is called Akshara Mala Japam – Meditation on Sanskrit Sounds in Human Body- Akshara (Letters, syllables; imperishable, indestructible) Mala (String of beads used in chanting) Japam (Chant, repetition, usually with beads)

Brave AI summary:

Aksharamala japam

AksharaMala Japam, also known as Shat Chakra Japam, is a form of meditation that involves the physiological manifestation of the Sanskrit Alphabet in the human body. This practice is rooted in the concept that the Sanskrit Alphabet is eternal and indestructible, comprising 51 letters.

Key Components:

• Placement of the 51 Sanskrit letters in specific locations within the body, such as:

  • Vowels (16) around the neck

  • Consonants (12) around the chest

  • Consonants (10) around the waist

  • Consonants (6) around the yoni (outside the uterus)

  • Consonants (4) around the entrance to the uterus

  • Consonants (2) in the right and left eyes

• Japa (repetition) of the letters, either by touch or using a vibrator, in a specific sequence:

  • From base to crown, through the centers of the chakras (7)

  • Using the mantra of a deity at these locations (except for Sarasvati)

Benefits:

• Calmness and blissfulness

• Increased awareness of the body and its energies

• Potential for spiritual growth and self-realization

Practice Tips:

• Start with a regular practice routine, ideally 21 days or more

• Focus on the sensations and feelings in the body as you place and repeat the letters

• Be patient and gentle with yourself, as this practice requires dedication and attention

• Consider seeking guidance from a qualified guru or teacher for a deeper understanding of the practice

Note: AksharaMala Japam is a complex and subtle practice that requires a thorough understanding of Sanskrit and the human body’s energy centers. It is essential to approach this practice with respect and caution, and to consult with a qualified guru or teacher if you are new to this practice.

Meditation on Sanskrit Sounds in Human Body- AksharaMala Japam – 8:40