Eternity of Sound and the Science of Mantras by Pt Shriram Sharma Acharya tr by Dr Rajani Joshi (2003).pdf

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ETERNITY OF SOUND AND
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Eternity of Sound and the Science of
Mantras
AUTHOR
Pt. SHRIRAM SHARMA ACHARYA
Translated by:
Dr. Rajani Joshi
Publisher: Shantikunj, Haridwar
(U.A), India, 249411
First Edition 2003
The WWW reprint is for free distribution
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Eternity of Sound and the Science of Mantra
PREFACE
The knowledge of Ïabda Brah® – N³da Brah® is an important branch of the Indian school of
spirituality. The science and philosophy of Ïabda Brah® encompasses the methodology and
effects of mantra - japa , prayers, collective chanting and s³dhan³ s of the veda - mantra s and that of
the N³da Brah® deals with the genesis, expansion and influence of music. The volume 19 of the
“Pt. Shriram Sharma Acharya Vangmaya” series presents truly rare and detailed information and
guidance on this topic. The present book is compiled from the English translation of the first two
chapters of this volume that focus on the cosmic dimensions of sound and the sceince of mantras .
Linguistically, the word mantra in Sanskrit implies a specific structure of sonic patterns – coded
in syllables and vowels, that works as an spiriutal tool to liberate the mind from ignorance,
illusion and evil instincts. The specific configurations of syllables and the corresponding
combinations of phonemes in the mantra s make the latter powerful ‘carriers’ of the cosmic
energy of sound. The book presents a perspicuous introduction with analysis of multiple aspects
of the physical and subliminal impact of sound and the structure of mantras . It also highlights
authentic reports on scientific experiments in this direction.
Different methods of rhythmic enunciation ( japa ) and spiritual practices ( s³dhan³ s) of vedic
mantra s are described here with adept guidance. The author, Pt. Shriram Sharma Acharya also
focuses on mantra yoga as an effective endeavor to master the generation and utilization, without
any external means or instruments, of the immense powers of sound for specific noble purposes.
Although the vedic mantras could be well expressed vocally as prose or verse, the method of
singing them in specific rythms as hymns was given principal importance by the –iÌis . Hence the
unique spectrum of vedic swaras and the gamut of chanting patterns for mantras were evolved
and encoded in the S³ma Veda .
The S³ma Veda contains divine knowledge of the miraculous spiritual flow of music that can
effectuate a vivid connection of the individual ‘self’ with thy -self. The author highlights the
crucial role of this Veda and discusses the present status of the schools of s³ma g³na in the
context of the difficulties faced today in identifying the best chanting patterns for the Vedic
Mantras .
The s³dhan³ s of mantra yoga together with n³da yoga are integral parts of the spiritual
experiments on awakening of the KuñÃalinº and realization of the Brah® through O®k³r . These
topics too are covered here sagaciously in scientific light. The paramount role of v³k (absolutely
refined voice) in mantra yoga is emphasized with necessary guidance. The author describes the
four successively subtler levels of human voice ( v³ñº ) and presents the methods, for the control
and refinement of the v³ñº and mental faculties, which can be practised by everybody in day-to-
day life. These s³dhan³s gradually lead to the spiritual elevation of the v³ñº up to the supreme
level – the v³k.
He further illustrates – how the hidden spiritual powers of a mantra are aroused by japa through
such a spiriutally empowered voice. And how the materialization of the blessings and curses also
becomes possible because of the power of v³k . Authentic examples and scientific evidences of
the modern times are presented in this book with relevant excerpts from the scriptures to support
and explain the enormous potentials of refined v³nº .
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Acharya Sharma’s elucidation of the esoteric and complex subject matter of Ïabda Brah® and
Mantras is indeed lucid, logical and scientific. The book also outlines – how the modern science
could offer multifaceted benefits towards the incessant welfare of human society by constructive
investigations in the Science of Mantras.
– Dr. Pranav Pandya, MD
Chancellor, Dev Sanskrati
Vishwa Vidyalaya, Hardwar
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