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| Kirtan is a form of devotional chanting whose roots go back over 500 years to India. It is a form of Bhakti Yoga (yoga of devotion) and has the power to open the heart. The singing is accompanied by musical instruments and rhythmic drumming and the audience is encouraged to participate by chanting, clapping and dancing. You will not be able to resist the urge to join in! In its heartfelt expression kirtan can induce profound states of meditation, bliss and ecstasy. In a simple word, Kirtan is relief. It has been described as the beating of the heart of the soul. Kirtan is not exclusive to simply those in Indian attire or those who practice yoga. Anyone can join in at any time and joyfully sing along, clap their hands and become a key musician to this age-old art form. Come join us for this wonderful and enliving group meditation at our Bhakti Club meetings! Kirtan is a group mantra meditation. What are mantras? Well "man" means mind and "tra" means to free. Very simply, mantras are special sound vibrations to free the mind of unnecessary anxieties. One of the very popular mantras in kirtan is the Mahamantra or "great mantra." It goes: Hare Krishna Hare Krishna Krishna Krishna Hare Hare Hare Rama Hare Rama Rama Rama Hare Hare
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You can download the mp3 for your ipod or such below...right click. save as... Download Mahamantra-meditative.mp3 Download Mahamantra-intense.mp3 |
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