Malas and Mantras Workshop

Question 1

Mala

Answer 1

String of 108 beads plus one bead (109th) called a sumeru (considered the guru bead).

Question 2

Japa Mala

Answer 2

Japa: meditation practice
Mala: garland

Question 3

Mala made from?

Answer 3

Round beads 6-8mm in size, made from gemstones, seeds, wood, bone, shells, crystals that match the intention of your practice.

Question 4

Mantra

Answer 4

Man: root of Sanskrit word for mind
Tra: the root of Sanskrit word for instrument

A powerful word, phrase, or sound vibration that is usually chanted to invoke positivity, compassion, healing, good fortune, protection, and bliss.

Question 5

Om / Ohm / Aum Mantra

Answer 5

I am creation

Question 6

Dharma Hum Mantra

Answer 6

My life has meaning & purpose.

Question 7

Shreem Namah Mantra

Answer 7

I honor the abundance of life.

Question 8

Ananda Hum Mantra

Answer 8

I am bliss.

Question 9

Shanti Hum Mantra

Answer 9

I am peace.

Question 10

Aham Prema Mantra

Answer 10

I am love.

Question 11

Sarvatva Mantra

Answer 11

I am wholeness.

Question 12

Sat Nam Mantra

Answer 12

I am truth.

Question 13

So Hum Mantra

Answer 13

I am compassion.

Question 14

Wahe Guru Mantra

Answer 14

I honor all teachers including my inner teacher.

Question 15

Aham Bramasmi Mantra

Answer 15

I am the Universe.