Q.1. What is significance of correct pronunciation of the Mantra?
Ans. All Ved Mantras have a poetic composition (syntax) with specified musical notes. When a Mantra is recited acoustic vibrations surpassing ultrasonic frequencies are produced. These waves travel in an “extra-sensory telepathic medium” enveloping the cosmos and interact with the thought processes of all living beings. In order to strengthen the intensity of these waves, the Gayatri Mantra is recited in course of Yagya-Havan, on auspicious occasions and at the beginning of all religious ceremonies. Three different types of musical (phonetic) compositions are mentioned for the Gayatri Mantra in the Vedas. The one specified in the Yajurveda is recommended for the masses.
Q.2. What is the methodology of chanting of Mantra during Jap?
Ans. During the routine, solo Jap, the Mantra is pronounced in such a way that although there is a slight movement of lips, larynx and tongue, it produces a resonance inaudible to anyone except the worshipper. In a mass the Mantra is pronounced loudly in unison.
Q.3. How is it possible for illiterate persons and children to do Gayatri Sadhana, for whom the pronunciation of the Mantra is somewhat difficult?
Ans. Illiterate persons who cannot utter Gayatri Mantra correctly, can perform Jap of Panchakshari Gayatri “Om bhoor Bhuvaha Swaha.” If they cannot utter even these words correctly, they can perform Jap of “Hari Om Tat-Sat.” This also serves the purpose of Panchakshari Gayatri Mantra.
✍ЁЯП╗ Pt. Shriram Sharma Acharya
ЁЯУЦ Gayatri Sadhna truth and distortions Page 51
Ans. All Ved Mantras have a poetic composition (syntax) with specified musical notes. When a Mantra is recited acoustic vibrations surpassing ultrasonic frequencies are produced. These waves travel in an “extra-sensory telepathic medium” enveloping the cosmos and interact with the thought processes of all living beings. In order to strengthen the intensity of these waves, the Gayatri Mantra is recited in course of Yagya-Havan, on auspicious occasions and at the beginning of all religious ceremonies. Three different types of musical (phonetic) compositions are mentioned for the Gayatri Mantra in the Vedas. The one specified in the Yajurveda is recommended for the masses.
Q.2. What is the methodology of chanting of Mantra during Jap?
Ans. During the routine, solo Jap, the Mantra is pronounced in such a way that although there is a slight movement of lips, larynx and tongue, it produces a resonance inaudible to anyone except the worshipper. In a mass the Mantra is pronounced loudly in unison.
Q.3. How is it possible for illiterate persons and children to do Gayatri Sadhana, for whom the pronunciation of the Mantra is somewhat difficult?
Ans. Illiterate persons who cannot utter Gayatri Mantra correctly, can perform Jap of Panchakshari Gayatri “Om bhoor Bhuvaha Swaha.” If they cannot utter even these words correctly, they can perform Jap of “Hari Om Tat-Sat.” This also serves the purpose of Panchakshari Gayatri Mantra.
✍ЁЯП╗ Pt. Shriram Sharma Acharya
ЁЯУЦ Gayatri Sadhna truth and distortions Page 51
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