February 11, 2021

Praṇava-mantra – Importance and Benefits Explained – By Dr Kausthub Desikachar

Dr Kausthub Desikachar shares the meaning and the benefits of reciting the Praṇava-mantra, also known as the Om.

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Praṇava-mantra is considered the most important mantra in the Vedic tradition and is believed to be the first mantra emerging from the creator’s throat. It is viewed as the root for all the other spiritual mantras and is called the universal mantra. Praṇava is chanted traditionally at the beginning and the end of every mantra and in the yoga sessions. It is believed that chanting this mantra can make you happier, healthier and more spiritually connected.

Benefits Of Praṇava-mantra

Chanting Praṇava can release stress from your mind and body and gives you deep relaxation.
It can purify the environment and generates positive energy.
It can enhance your self-healing power and thereby improves immunity.
It can improve your attention and helps you focus.
It can improve your voice by giving strength to the vocal muscles.

Dr Kausthub Desikachar recommends listening and reciting Praṇava-mantra about ten to fifteen minutes with an open heart three times a day to reap its full benefits.

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Dr Kausthub Desikachar

Dr. Kausthub Desikachar is the successor and current lineage holder of the classical Viniyoga tradition of T Krishnamacharya & TKV Desikachar. He is an acclaimed yoga teacher, yoga therapist, healer and spiritual adviser. He is also an avid photographer, inspirational writer and poet.