A wonderful woman came to my work and after chatting a bit she offered to make me a mala. I'm learning how to use it when/if she makes it. Such a wonderful practice, and I will do my best to respect the custom and practice meditation. I am just doing research on how to now offend, and give it the respect it deserves. Thank you. I felt that her offer was a blessing and a message ♡
Thank you Stan. The most important aspect is the devotion with which you chant the mala. Treat it like a prayer item and keep it on your prayer room. You can also wear the mala in your neck but make sure it does not go below your navel. Chant any mantra with devotion and try to make it a regular practice. Om Tat Sat🌷🙏🕉
I was raised in the Protestant Christian faith but eventually fell away and saw myself rooted in Reason and Rationality. This year has been transformational, and I’ve been drawn back to religious or spiritual thinking/being but it reached out through Greek philosophy and eastern religion Now I’ve got my mala and am learning the practice of japa, ironically quite like a Catholic. My Calvinist grandfather must be crying tears of joy with Buddha, Christ, and an assortment of heavenly deities
Divine blessings. Thank you for sharing. Please know that religion is man made and each belief system and rituals may differ. Yet it reaches the same one God, the same one consciousness. If one follows any path sincerely they reach the same end destination. Unfortunately many religions are confused and like to claim they are the best while others are inferior to them. This is a great error that unless rectified will continue to keep people deluded and confused. Om🙏🌷🕉
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 Thank you swami, I always had that sense and it’s only been more confirmed with my growth this year. Shortly after my grandfather passed, I “saw” him in a dream and he just nodded with a look of gentle understanding and acceptance. I think now that in that look was the ultimate knowledge of dharma or something, I wasn’t on “the” path at that time but he could see the greater path
@@fungdark8270 indeed. Thank you. If you have any spiritual questions feel free to ask on messenger or WhatsApp. I am also on Facebook in case you like to follow me. Divine blessings 🙏🌷🕉
This is a wonderful video. Thank you! I received a mantra from my guru Swamini Shraddhananda Saraswati. This sacred practice fills my heart with warmth and love.
How wonderful. Enjoy the nectar of bliss and peace. I am pleased you enjoyed it. Please subscribe and share with others also since this is such profound knowledge and yet so few people know about it. Om Tat Sat🙏🕉🕉
Pranam Guruji, I am profoundly grateful to you for your talk on mantra.As a teacher I have this very useful because we have a meditation session every morning and with your guidance I am able to guide my students .Thank you so much guruji.
How wonderful. Thank you for sharing this knowledge with others. I will be happy to guide you whenever you need any help of any kind. Since you are doing important work a qualified guru is highly recommended. You may feel free to contact me on messenger for any guidance. Divine blessings 🙏🌷🕉
Hari Om Shailesh ji. Thank you so much for subscribing and all your support. Om Tat Sat. My humble prostrations to all at the Sivanand Seva Samiti. Om🌷🙏🕉
Thank you ever such a lot. As a beginner I’m feeling clumsy and difficult to maneuver it but after watching your video I understand and look forward to trying harder. Thank you!
Jitendra Chandra thank you. 🙏🕉. I am starting a new series on Raja Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. Hope you can subscribe and share this great knowledge of our Sanatan Dharma. 🙏
First of all thank you for precious information..🙏My que is Can we wear our japa mala? Because I heard many times that one should not wear japa mala, instead use different mala for wearing purpose and for japa. My 2nd que is that There are various malas so how can we select proper mala.?
Om Tat Sat Sushant ji: Sorry I must have missed your comment. Yes you may wear your Japa mala as long as it is done in a respectful way and it does not go below your navel. It will certainly protect you but do not display it openly. It should be hidden and should touch your skin for maximum impact. There are different malas for different types of Japa so please make sure you use the proper mala. For example if you are using "Om Namah Shivaya Mantra" then you should use a Rudraksh Mala. For Lord Rama, Krishna or Vishnu you should use a Tulsi (Basil) mala. The most important thing is your devotion and how you chant the mantra. Do it in a prayerful way and do it consistently. Om Tat Sat.
Bhava or emotion is your connection with the Ishta Devata. Do your Japa with a feeling of joy and love. Like you are enjoying a mystic sugar candle. Even if you do Japa without Bhava it is better than doing no Japa at all but will have limited benefit since the process is mechanical. Yet there is a benefit but it is much greater if you put your heart and mind in it also to the extent possible. Divine blessings 🙏🕉🌷
Om Tat Sat. Yes but please treat it with utmost respect and the Mala should not be longer than your naval. As you do your Japa it will help create an armor and also protect you. Om 🕉
Om Tat Sat Rekha ji. Japa is always good any time of the day. However if you do it during Sandhi kaal it is better. Sandhi time after Brahma Muhuruta is around 12pm noon when morning is ending and noon is beginning or around 7pm when afternoon is ending and night is beginning. Hope this helps you. Om🙏🕉
Hari Om Tat Sat. Can you please mention which finger should be used to move the rudraksha after completing one mantra, where should be the beads kept in which parts of the finger precisely. At the tips and in between middle and ring finger, and move beads with middle finger or thumb...? Can't I put the mala right above middle finger and move them one by one with thumb...? Please mention the techniques used by great masters and Sivananda Saraswati himself. Please mention. Hari Om Tat Sat.
Keep the Mala as a sacred and holy item in your prayer room. No need for gomukhi at home while chanting. However when you are travelling it is better to use the Gomukhi while chanting. Divine blessings 🙏🌷🕉
Thank you Chirag. We are following the teachings of Worshipful Sri Swami Sivanandaji of Divine Life Society Rishikesh India and my Guruji is Worshipful Sri Swami Jyotirmayanandaji of Miami Florida USA. Swamijis website is www.Yrf.org if you would like to learn more. They are self realized saints and I am trying to follow the same holy path. Om🙏🕉
@@iamcsn26 yes. You can wear it and it will also protect you. Please make sure when you wear it does not touch your navel or go below. Also pay utmost respect to the Mala and do not let it touch the ground when you are chanting. Om Tat Sat. 🕉🌅
Pranaam Swamiji, My Sphatik mala broke while chanting mantras. What does this Nimitta indicate? I have been chanting mantras with this mala for seven months. Kindly Enlighten Swamiji.
Om Tat Sat Doyal ji Divine blessings. You can find lots of good and authentic malas on Amazon. Please read the reviews also. However the most important thing is your Bhavana or devotion with which you chant your mantra. Hope this information helps you. Om 🙏🕉🌷
Om Tat Sat Aradhya ji. The most important aspect is our Bhakti or devotion so any Mala is OK. But if possible use a sphatik mala for chanting Gayatri Mantra as it is for the Devi. Divine blessings 🕉🙏🌷
Precisely which fingers are to hold bead in what way and then how to move to the next bead, all these details, which are the crux of the whole thing, and necessary to know have not been mentioned. The devil always lies in the details. I hope swamiji will provide this.
Thank you for your comment. If you are a serious aspirant and willing to learn I will be happy to do a personal zoom session where I can help you and also answer any questions you might have. Kindly provide me your email in messenger or WhatsApp and where you are located so I can send you the zoom link. Om Tat Sat and divine blessings.
Pranam 🙏🙏🙏swami ji.how to recognise a original rudrakh mala and from where i can buy ?After chant ends,if i don't want to wear it,so where we can keep the mala?how many times should we chant the mala?
Om Tat Sat. You can buy the mala at Amazon. There are plently of options available. The most important part is your devotion and how you chant your mantra. Please do it regularly at a certain time with faith. You should keep the mala in your prayer room in a sacred cloth. You can chant the mantra as often as you like but always complete the entire mala 108 beads at a time. You may do 5 or 10 Japa Malas at a time or more if you have additonal time. Hope this helps. Om Tat Sat
Love this video. Is there a time limit for Japa's? Sometimes in the morning I want to finish my Japa a bit faster, but am not sure if I should chant fast (2-3 mantras per breath), or slow (1x mantra per breath).
Om Tat Sat. Thank you. It is generally a good practice to do at least 10 malas per Day (if possible). Otherwise every little bit helps. The most important factor is your feeling of devotion towards your diety when you chant the mala. If you have more time it is better to chant slowly while internally enjoying the process like you suck on your favorite sugar candy. It should give you a feeling of expansion and peace. It is important to do it daily and be as regular as possible. Hope this helps. Om 🙏🌷🕉
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 Swamiji, today I was finally able to complete 10 japa mala's on a day, per your directions. So happy I finally found the rhythm in the day on how to conduct them. Om.
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 Swamiji, I am currently 42 but started my journey at 41. Why, or how, is it that this process borders feeling 'addicted' to it? I would be doing my japas all day in my (recently achieved) full Padmasana pose if I could; but of course, the body doesn't cooperate on that (yet). ❤
Thank you Ranjit ji. No. You start with the 1st bead and stop when you reach 108. 109th bead is simply your counting mechanism to let you know that you have completed the Mala. Do not cross over it but turn the Mala and start again if you are doing more than 1 round of mala. Om Tat Sat🙏🌷🕉
Om Tat Sat Klokker ji. Divine blessings. The most important part is having pure feelings towards your God when chanting. It is highly recommended to be a vegetarian since it helps greatly with purity. However it can be done gradually as one is inspired to. Chanting the name of God is always beneficial and helpful. Hope this answers your question. Om🙏🌷
*Swami'ji, One should not cross the meru mani after 108 bead count is done, am I correct ? If yes then is their a way to know that the meru mani has come, so that one doesn't cross it. Many Thanks*
Thank you for your question Divine Self. Correct Meru is the 109th bead. Please note the beats are always rotated in a clockwise direction. Ideally a mantra received from a Guru is highly effective. So to your question, the 109th bead (Meru) will let you know you have completed 1 full count. You will know because the Meru will block you from going forward. Plus you will feel the tassell that is a part of the Meru. You then simply rotate the mala and start again. You can decide how many malas you would like to do in each session say 5 or 10 etc. So after the Meru counter again you have completed the second mala and so on. Please let me know if this was helpful or if you have any other questions. Om Swami NIkhilananda
Om Tat Sat Himesh ji It is ok as long as you do not cross over the Sumeru and your Index finger is separated. Also doing Japa with devotion is the most important thing. Om🙏🕉🌷
Om Tat Sat. Thank you. The most important aspect is your feeling when you chant the mantra. Do it with devotion and love. A Rudraksh mala is auspcious as it represents Lord Shiva who decorates the moon in his matted locks. Also always respect your mala and you can wear it but make sure if does not go below your navel. Also never let the mala touch the ground when you chant. Om Tat Sat. Swami Nikhilananda
Om. Thank you for your question. The most important aspect of the mala is your bhavana (inner sentiments and emotions) with which you chant not necessarily a certain religion, although following the teachings of Sanatan Dharma will greatly benefit a sincere aspirant. The mantra japa is much more effective if it comes from a sincere Guru and the person practicing it is also a sincere aspirant. However in the inital stages you can just chant any mantra that gives you peace. Yes, you can also use it for mediation practice. You may contact me on messenger if you need further guidance. Om!
Om Tat Sat Sridhar ji. Please place the Japa Mala in front of your alter at the lotus feet of your Ishta devata. You can purify it with Ganga Jal if available. The most important part is your feeling. Pray from your heart that this Japa Mala be auspicious for you. After that you can start the Japa. Always respect the mala. You may also wear it on your neck after the Japa. It should not be below your navel and do not let it touch the ground. It is always good to get mantra initiation from a spiritual guru if possible. However initially you may get started with any mantra that gives you peace. Om🙏🕉
Om Tat Sat. Yes. You may wear it on your neck. It will protect you. You can also bathe in it. Treat it like a holy item. Mala length should not be below your navel and do not touch it to the ground. Om Tat Sat🕉🙏🌷
Yes. If you are regular with you it also protects you. Make sure you treat it like a holy item and that the length of the mala is not below your navel. While chanting never let it touch the floor or ground. Om Tat Sat🙏🙏🕉
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 hello guruji once we wear mala can we remove it??..I am not completely ready to wear but when I take into hand for chant its energy make me feel to wear it..please guide..
@@snehalg4793 Om Tat Sat Snehal ji. Thank you for your item. Please treat your mala as any prayer item ie with utmost respect. You can certainly take the mala off your neck but keep it in a Gaumukhi or a cloth to keep the mala amd keep it in your temple. Wearing it constantly is certainly beneficial if you are doing your Japa regularly as you always have access to it. Hope this helps. Om Tat Sat🙏🕉🌷
@@snehalg4793 Om Tat Sat Snehal Yes. You can certainly remove it as needed but keep it like a prayer item in your temple. If you feel like wearing it, it is ok too. Go with your inner feeling. It is more important to have pure bhavana when chanting. There is a sacred cloth called “Gomukhi” where you can keep the mala while traveling etc. You should not openly display your mala while chanting during a journey. You should do it in a Gomukhi to keep your mantra chanting holy and private. Hope this helps. Om Tat Sat🕉🙏
Divine blessings. Small beads that are easy to rotate are the best. The most important factor is the feeling of the devotion and faith in it. Size does not matter so much. Om 🙏🌷🕉
Hello swamiji... When I used to chant ... I cannot sit straight and my shoulders sore while keeping the mala high till my heart Or my forehead... Can't I place the mala on my lap while chanting... Although I am a young guy but still I struggle with keeping my spine straight .. What to do?.... And swami ji one more doubt... While I chant the form of my deity do not appear in my heart... So I chant loudly keeping my focus on mantra sound... Is it ok??
Thank you Mahir ji. It is important to be in a comfortable position. Make sure your spine, and neck are straight with chin parallel to the ground. Make sure you are relaxed and the spine is not stiff. Perfectly ok to have the mala in your lap while you chant. Just make sure you treat it like a prayer item with respect and it should not touch the ground. Do not worry about forms. The most important thing is chanting and the feeling of peace. Do the Japa regularly at a set time. Ideally in the morning. Chanting loudly is ok initially but then you should chant just slowly or even mentally so you can get a feeling of peace and bliss. Like any new skill it takes some time and gets better with practice. Om Tat Sat 🌷🙏🕉
Om Tat Sat. Thank you. It is better to get a “Sphatic Mala” for chanting Devi Mantra. Devotion is that most important ingredient in your mantra Japa. Om Tat Sat🙏🌷🕉
I used to chant mahamantra but when I finishes doing the chanting and close my eyes it is maa Kali who appears in not Sri Krishna.... and therefore I think Krishna is not for me it is maa kali whom I should chant...am I right? i.e. i was inspired to do the japa of mahamantra by an Iskcon brahmachari.
Thank you for your question and sharing your experience. There is only one God although you can pray to him by any name and form. Selecting an authentic Guru is very important. Unfortunately ISKCON only glories KRISHNA and not other Gods or considers them Inferior to Krishna. This is misleading and incorrect Knowledge. The most important aspect in your prayers is your devotion and feelings. You may select any Devi or Devata such as Krishna, Devi, Hanuman, Rama etc. I hope this helps you. If you are a sincere aspirant seeking proper initiation, I will be happy to guide you. Please contact me on messenger. Om Tat Sat. 🙏🌷🕉
Om Tat Sat Divine Soul. The best mala to use for Gayatri Mantra is “crystal or Sphatik”. However the most important ingredient in your Japa is the bhavana or feeling. So if you can get a crystal mala it is the best. You can also chant or do Japa by counting on your fingers or simply chanting the Japa mantra mentally. Om🙏🕉
Om Tat Sat Satnaam ji. Please follow the process as explained in the video. It is the authentic Sanatan Dharma process. The important thing to note is not to cross over the 109th bead. After completing 108 beads reverse the mala and start the process again. Hope this explanation helps you. Om Tat Sat🙏🌷🕉
Japa means repeating Gods name with Faith and devotion. Since the main purpose is to do Japa with these malas they are called Japa Mala. Hope this answers your question. 🕉🌷
Hello Swami , i have a question i bought a 5 mukhi rudraksha and it got a little bit wet an than i recognized that the rudraksha Was coloured because When i put it on some paper for drying the paper gets orange. Does it mean that this is a Fake rudraksha? And how will i know which ohne is real and which ohne is Fake? And does it really matter if it is a fake rudraksha? My question is when i believe that it will work than it will work? ( also if it will be a fake rudraksha?) I wann to use it for meditation
Om Tat Sat Alex. Thank you for your question. Just because the mala was colored does not mean it is fake. Lot of shops apply chemicals to the Rudraksh mala to avoid it from insects eating it etc. Also generally Japa Malas are not fake since they are not very expensive. There are specialists in Rudraksh who can tell you if it is fake or not. Please note that mala is a counting mechanism and connects you with God. So the most important think is your devotion. You may continue to use the Rudraksha with faith and devotion. Yes, you can also use the mala for meditation or any other spiritual purpose. It is also ok to wear your mala in your neck but should not go below your naval point. You may contact me on messenger if you have any other questions. Thank you. Om
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 thank you so much for answering swami. I have lots of questions :) And i am happy about the opportunity to Contact You via Messenger. I am sure that you will hear from me soon. But first i have to figure out where to start. :) Om Tat Sat
Divine Self Priya ji. Thank you for your question. You should always chant the mala in a clockwise direction. When you reach the meru you rotate the mala and start chanting again in clockwise direction. Mantra Japa is extremely powerful if you are initiated by a Guru in your Ishta Mantra. Divine blessings and let me know if y ouu have any other questions. Om
@@priyasingh7733 Om Tat Sat Priya ji. I will be happy to show it to you on a video call if that will help you. You may contact me on Messenger. But yes, you will always be rotating the Mala after each count and starting again inward (clockwise). Divine Blessings. Om
There is no separation as there is only one Universal God according to each persons belief and religion. Om is the universal sound or Hum a frequency that vibrates at all times. So Om Jesus, Om Krishna all reach that same one source. Om Tat Sat🕉🙏🌷
@@sehertomar1376 If practice is not regular it can happen. Do not worry about it. Also take protein, milk and a healthy diet to keep the body and mind healthy. Om🙏🕉
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 Thank you soo much Guruji. You are replying to every message/ Question even though this video is more than 3 yr old. Thank you for guiding every newcomer in spiritual world.🙏
@@sehertomar1376 Thank you Sehar Ji. Divine blessings Please feel free to ask. If you have any other spiritual question you may also reach me on WhatsApp or on messenger. Spirituality is very profound and a huge blessing. I am pleased you are following this path. Om Tat Sat🙏🕉🌷
Om Tat Sat. It can be purchased at Amazon. Please review the ratings when you buy. You may start with an inexpensive mala. Much more important than the Mala itself is the practice. So please start as soon as possible and be regular as you start this great practice. Divine blessings 🙏🕉🌷
Swami pls kindly let us know if we can buy this rudhraksha mala with 108 + 1 beads . can we buy that nd do we need to follow any specific ritual before starting the japa .nd pls let us know if we can count the extra bead in japa 🙏
@@srujanasrinivas8283 om Tat Sat. You do not count the 109th bead. It is called a Meru or Guri Bead and is there to just keep track of the count. Please watch the video again. After 1 Mala is done you rotate the Mala and start again. Do not go over the Meru bead. You may buy Ganga jal at any local Indian store and sprinkle water on the Mala to make it holy. Keep it in your prayer or meditation room and treat it with great love and respect. Be regular and do some Japa daily. Om and blessings. 🙏🕉
I bought 5 mukhi Rudraksh but I don’t know how to use it, I put it in water is it good or bad? I heard from other people on UA-cam who said many different things and I’m not sure if it’s true ( I bought the Rudraksh from Sweden) 🙏 🙏🙏 please help me thank you
Om Tat Sat Vijitha ji. The most important thing in the Japa process is your feeling. How many beads total do you have. Is it just one panchmukhi or is it a full mala of 108 beads? It is ok to shower with it as water does not harm Rudraksh. Sometimes people color the Rudraksh with chemicals so putting it in water they test to see if color comes Out. Do not worry about all that though. Ideally it is good to be on your body and you can wear it on your neck. Pray to Lord shiva and seek his blessings. Treat it as holy and do your mantra Japa with it. Make sure you respect it and do not let it touch ground or if you are wearing it should not go below your navel area. Please let me know if you have any other questions. Thank you. Om 🕉🙏
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 Thank you so much fore the information! 🙏🙏🙏 The Rudraksh I have has 108 beads and it comes to my navel 😔 and I’m not that tall can I make it shorter?
@@Sweden75 thank you. As long as it is a bit above the navel it should be ok. However, If the Mala is long then keep it in a holy cloth for Japa only but do not wear it on your neck since it may touch your lower regions. You can also buy Rudraksh Mala that is short and does not come upto the navel. For Japa you should always have 108 beads. Do not shorten the Mala by reducing the beads. Om Tat Sat🙏🕉
Pranaam Swamiji, thank you for sharing the knowledge. I just realized that I used to do the mantra japa incorrectly with the rudraksha mala. I do 3 types of mantra with rudraksha mala, one after the other, namely, Om namah Shivaay, Om Namo Narayanaya and Om Namo Bhagavate Akupaaraaya. I started doing it without initiation as these are prasiddh mantras. I would like to know if I can continue reciting them one after the other. Also, I heard somewhere that one can do any mantra japa with the rudraksha mala. Could you kindly enlighten? Pranaam.
Om Tat Sat. divine blessings. Thank you for your comment. It is better to chant one mantra with love and devotion on a consistent and regular basis. This becomes your Isht Mantra. You may also chant other mantras as needed but your Ishta Mantra becomes primary. Also note that all Gods are automatically included in your Ishta Mantra. There is only one para Brahmin although we pray to him in different names and forms. If you are a serious aspirant finding an authentic spiritual preceptor is an important task you should undertake. As you evolve you will be guided properly by Gods plan. On and blessings. Swami Nikhilananda
Om Tat Sat Devnarayan ji - The most important thing in your Mala Japa is to chant with devotion (your inner feeling). You did not share what mantras but generally Tulsi Mala is good for Lord Narayan, Rudraksh Mala for Lord Shiva etc. Not sure if you have a Guru but if you chant your matra after initiation it will have a much greater impact. You can wear the mala also and it will protect you. Make sure it does not go below your naval center and it does not touch the ground when you are chanting it. It is a holy object and think of it as a prayer of Gods name. As you advance it will slowly put you in a meditative stage also. Hope this helps. Om Tat Sat. Swami Nikhilananda
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 Thank you very much for detailed explanation guruji. But I want to know if I can use the same mala for chanting 3 or more mantras? Please help. Hari Om🙏
Devnarayan Dhuria it is better to chant only one mantra on the mala since it created mantric vibrations. Which three mantras are you chanting? If you are doing it properly one mantra should be enough. General rule is that Guru only gives you one Ishta mantra not multiple mantras this without specific Details it is hard to answer your question. Contact me on messenger with specifics. Om
Thanks, i will receiva a mala with both rudraksha and crystal quartz beads (alternating beads) but some say i should get a mala with only rudraksha instead, do you have knowledge on this?
It depends on your feelings. The mala you are referring to is known as Shiv Shakti. So both blessings come to you. Shiva adores Rudraksh and Parvati adores sphatik or crystal. Make sure they are genuine and a true Japa Mala should have a total of 109 beads. 108 for Japa and 1 Guru bead for keeping count. Most important is our feeling our devotion with which we chant the mantra. So if you worship both Shiva and Shakti then the mala you have is fine. If you only chants Om Namah Shivaya or Hanuman mantra then perhaps a rudraksh mala is appropriate. Hope this helps you. Om Tat Sat🌷🙏🕉
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 Thanks for quick response, was planning on shiva mantra only, is this still ok? And if one chooses to worship both, do they alternate mantra for shiva and different one for shakti? Because you should use one mantra only per mala right?
@@broskichannel4163 Generally there is only one Ishta Devata for an aspirant who is initiated by a Guru. If you like to chant both Shiva and Devi it might be better to get two Malas. Rudraksh for Shiva and Crystal for Devi. This way you can chant for both deities as you please. Hope this is helpful. Also you may chant, “Om Shiv Shaktiyai Namaha” mantra with the same mala since you are chanting both names in the same mantra. It all depends on your intensity and feeling. Om Tat Sat🌷🙏🕉
Thanks, i know you advise differently but can i still chant Om Namah Shivaya with my mala? i might not be able to get a different mala for a while and i really like that mantra.@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312
@@broskichannel4163 yes. It is always the feelings that are much more important than the mala. Also always remember there is only ONE God even though we pray to him by different names and forms. Om Namaha Shivaya. 🌷🙏🕉
Follow the same process as shared in the video. After 2 rotations you will have completed one mala. 54 x 2 = 108. So if we have completed 10 total rotations you have done 5 malas. Om Tat Sat🕉🙏🌷
Rudraksh mala is generally used to chant Lord Shiva or Hanuman ji mantra. You did not mention which Ishta Devta you are chanting for. For Lord Vishnu, Rama, Krishan tulsi Mala and for Devi Ma Sphatic Mala is ideal. However most important thing in mantra chanting is your bhavana or feeling as all Gods connect to the same one God. Om Tat Sat🕉🙏
@@Criclekofficial Om Tat Sat Satapathy Ji. Yes. Please make sure you Mala does have 108 beads. You can also wear it in your neck and treat it like a worshipful item. Do not put it on ground. It will guide and protect you. Om🙏
Yes. But you should at least brush your teeth and splash your face with water so that you are fully awake. Then mentally do the purification mantra prior to Jaap. Most important thing is our feeling so keep that pure as you do your jaao. Om Tat Sat🙏🕉🌷
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 Thank you Guruji for giving your time for responding to my Question . I just have one more question how many rotation of mala i have to do 1 day?
@@novembersparkle4627 you should strive to do 10 malas daily at normal speed. You can split them like 5 in the morning and 5 in the evening etc. Do not overly worry if on busy days you cannot do all ten. Then do what you can while continuing to mentally chant your mantra without keeping count. Divine blessings 🙏🕉
@@novembersparkle4627 thank you. For serious aspirants a Spiritual teacher is a great blessing and Mantra deeksha becomes important. If you feel inspired I will be pleased to initiate you into mantra deeksha. Watch my you tube video on Who is a Guru? You may contact me on WhatsApp or messenger if you are interested. All our teachings are selfless, universal and to help humanity. Om
Yes but it is better to use 1 mantra with faith and regularly. All mantras are good and take us to the same one God. For Lord Shiva you should use Rudraksh Mala, for Devi Sphatik mala and Chandan or Tulsi mala for Lord Vishnu. Om🙏🕉🌷
@@athuldas616 I am not sure if your question. Treat your Mala like any prayer item. With respect and you can wear it. Are you doing daily Japa with it ?
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 I would like to wear it but everybody telling me that you are not suppose to wear it and if you wear you have to face Concisioin
How many times do we have to chant the whole japamala? In other words, when we reach the Meru, can we stop? And my second question is, can I do the chanting with O mani padme hum mantra?
Dear Marisa,Divine Blessings! It is purely upto you and how you are feeling. Of course the more the better but initially a goal of 10 malas each day is a good goal to start with. More important is daily discipline and dedicating some time towards your Japa. If you go deep and feel like mediating it is ok at that time to stop chanting the mantra and enjoying your meditation.Also a certain spiritually charged place that is fixed will greatly help. A nice shower, burning incense and a light also create a right environment for your daily japa.Answer to your second question is "Absolutely". That is a profound mantra and if you have been practicing it you may continue to do so with the mala jaap. It means like a drop of water on the lotus simply beads up and then falls into the ocean and merges into the ocean and becomes one. In the same way feel yourself becoming one with the universal energy.Hope these explanations answered your questions. Please feel free to ask anything else that will help your spiritual practice.Divine blessingsSwami Nikhilananda
Swami Nikhilananda how can I overcome fear? I’m always concerned when my daughter goes out to work or to have fun. And I have other kinds of fears. I know that they are irrational most of the time but I cannot free myself from them. Could you teach me?
@@marisaferrari2654 Divine blessings. Do you use Facebook? I post daily tweets there and monitor it more closely than my channel. Sorry for the delay in response. Fear is a natural reaction. However please note we learn to trust. For example when you drive you trust the other driver will follow the rules. When you fly in the plane you assume the driver is not drunk etc. Much in the same way remember that God is taking care of you and all your nears and dears. Have faith and resign to him. Understand we live in a transient world where all things change with time. Whenever you have a feeling of fear, remind yourself of Lord Hanuman. He has amazing strenght and energy. Trust your daughter is being protected by Gods loving care. Stay busy in doing productive things or sharing your talent. You will find peace and gradually your fear will wash away. Divine blessings. Om Tat Sat. Swami Nikhilanand.
Sir aum jesus 🤣🤣 what is that joke ?? Don't include jesus into sanatan dharma...no puran ved upnishad mentioned jesus or mohd don't add them to our sanatan...I request all the gurus your directionless preachings of dharma is more harmful for our dharma 🚩. Jesus said in Bible heathens (who is not Christian) can be ill treated...
Namaste Anurag ji. Actually Sanatan Dharma is an all inclusive universal way of life. It accepts all religions as reaching the same one God. It is a global and accepting concept. The teachings of Sanatan Dharma are for all to benefit. Bhagavad Gita is a universal scripture. One can remain a Christian but still read the Bhagavad Gita and benefit from it. That is actually the strength of Sanatan Dharma and there is never any conversion required. Saints and Sages are universal and not radical clerics. Religions are mostly man made. Judging them as right or wrong is one angle of vision from a human standpoint. From a profound standpoint God has created all of us with the same Atma, consciousness. We all come to earth for a while and we all die and depart. To realize the Self and attain Self realization is really the goal of life. There are not many Gods. There is only one God. It is perfectly ok if you did not like or do not agree with my views. The intention is to guide all who want to benefit. Thank you for your input🙏🕉🌷
Namaste Suraj. Why Not? God can take any form and any shape according to our faith. When we say God is omnipotent, omnipresent and omniscient why should we restrict him or limit him in any way. Om is the ONE God or consciousness. Does not matter what name or form you attach to it. It is not only for Hindus or Sanatana Dharma but for the entire world. Om Om Om 🙏🕉🌷
A wonderful woman came to my work and after chatting a bit she offered to make me a mala. I'm learning how to use it when/if she makes it. Such a wonderful practice, and I will do my best to respect the custom and practice meditation. I am just doing research on how to now offend, and give it the respect it deserves. Thank you. I felt that her offer was a blessing and a message ♡
Thank you Stan. The most important aspect is the devotion with which you chant the mala. Treat it like a prayer item and keep it on your prayer room. You can also wear the mala in your neck but make sure it does not go below your navel. Chant any mantra with devotion and try to make it a regular practice. Om Tat Sat🌷🙏🕉
I was raised in the Protestant Christian faith but eventually fell away and saw myself rooted in Reason and Rationality.
This year has been transformational, and I’ve been drawn back to religious or spiritual thinking/being but it reached out through Greek philosophy and eastern religion
Now I’ve got my mala and am learning the practice of japa, ironically quite like a Catholic.
My Calvinist grandfather must be crying tears of joy with Buddha, Christ, and an assortment of heavenly deities
Divine blessings. Thank you for sharing. Please know that religion is man made and each belief system and rituals may differ. Yet it reaches the same one God, the same one consciousness. If one follows any path sincerely they reach the same end destination. Unfortunately many religions are confused and like to claim they are the best while others are inferior to them. This is a great error that unless rectified will continue to keep people deluded and confused. Om🙏🌷🕉
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 Thank you swami, I always had that sense and it’s only been more confirmed with my growth this year.
Shortly after my grandfather passed, I “saw” him in a dream and he just nodded with a look of gentle understanding and acceptance.
I think now that in that look was the ultimate knowledge of dharma or something, I wasn’t on “the” path at that time but he could see the greater path
@@fungdark8270 indeed. Thank you. If you have any spiritual questions feel free to ask on messenger or WhatsApp. I am also on Facebook in case you like to follow me. Divine blessings 🙏🌷🕉
This is a wonderful video. Thank you! I received a mantra from my guru Swamini Shraddhananda Saraswati. This sacred practice fills my heart with warmth and love.
How wonderful. Enjoy the nectar of bliss and peace. I am pleased you enjoyed it. Please subscribe and share with others also since this is such profound knowledge and yet so few people know about it. Om Tat Sat🙏🕉🕉
Thank you I’ve just begun to learn.
Thank you Myra. Om Tat Sat and divine blessings 🌷🙏🕉
Pranam Guruji,
I am profoundly grateful to you for your talk on mantra.As a teacher I have this very useful because we have a meditation session every morning and with your guidance I am able to guide my students .Thank you so much guruji.
How wonderful. Thank you for sharing this knowledge with others. I will be happy to guide you whenever you need any help of any kind. Since you are doing important work a qualified guru is highly recommended. You may feel free to contact me on messenger for any guidance. Divine blessings 🙏🌷🕉
Swami ji .Hari Om . Om Tat Sat . With your this video some new things come in my knowledge. Thanks for your kind information.
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Thank you ever such a lot. As a beginner I’m feeling clumsy and difficult to maneuver it but after watching your video I understand and look forward to trying harder. Thank you!
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First of all thank you for precious information..🙏My que is Can we wear our japa mala? Because I heard many times that one should not wear japa mala, instead use different mala for wearing purpose and for japa. My 2nd que is that There are various malas so how can we select proper mala.?
Om Tat Sat Sushant ji: Sorry I must have missed your comment. Yes you may wear your Japa mala as long as it is done in a respectful way and it does not go below your navel. It will certainly protect you but do not display it openly. It should be hidden and should touch your skin for maximum impact. There are different malas for different types of Japa so please make sure you use the proper mala. For example if you are using "Om Namah Shivaya Mantra" then you should use a Rudraksh Mala. For Lord Rama, Krishna or Vishnu you should use a Tulsi (Basil) mala. The most important thing is your devotion and how you chant the mantra. Do it in a prayerful way and do it consistently. Om Tat Sat.
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Please also answer this 2nd question swami ji,
What is bhava during japa and how to develop bhava during japa?(what if I do japa without bhava?)
Bhava or emotion is your connection with the Ishta Devata. Do your Japa with a feeling of joy and love. Like you are enjoying a mystic sugar candle. Even if you do Japa without Bhava it is better than doing no Japa at all but will have limited benefit since the process is mechanical. Yet there is a benefit but it is much greater if you put your heart and mind in it also to the extent possible. Divine blessings 🙏🕉🌷
Can we wear the japa mala guruji?
Om Tat Sat. Yes but please treat it with utmost respect and the Mala should not be longer than your naval. As you do your Japa it will help create an armor and also protect you. Om 🕉
Would you please show up close how to hold and advance in beads.
Pranam Guruji,
I wanted to know ,if unable to do japa at brahma muhurata, then what is the next best time to do japa in a day?
Om Tat Sat Rekha ji.
Japa is always good any time of the day. However if you do it during Sandhi kaal it is better. Sandhi time after Brahma Muhuruta is around 12pm noon when morning is ending and noon is beginning or around 7pm when afternoon is ending and night is beginning. Hope this helps you. Om🙏🕉
Om Jesus
LOL.
Actually God is omnipotent, omnipresent and omniscient. So we can pray to him however we like with faith and devotion. Om Tat Sat
Very Interesting, thank you swamiji! 🙏🕉
What mantra can be chanted with a Mundmala? Can I chant Hare Krishna Mantra with a Mundmala?
Om Tat Sat. Kindly show me the picture of the mundmala you have. I suggest a Rakt Chandan or Tulsi Mala fir Hare Krishna or Rama mantra. Om Tat Sat🙏🕉🌷
Hari Om Tat Sat.
Can you please mention which finger should be used to move the rudraksha after completing one mantra, where should be the beads kept in which parts of the finger precisely.
At the tips and in between middle and ring finger, and move beads with middle finger or thumb...?
Can't I put the mala right above middle finger and move them one by one with thumb...?
Please mention the techniques used by great masters and Sivananda Saraswati himself.
Please mention.
Hari Om Tat Sat.
Pranam Guruji
One doubt..do we need to keep the mala in gomukhi during chanting?
Keep the Mala as a sacred and holy item in your prayer room. No need for gomukhi at home while chanting. However when you are travelling it is better to use the Gomukhi while chanting. Divine blessings 🙏🌷🕉
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 thanks a lot Guruji for clearing my doubt. Har har Mahadev
You made it so clear understanding..🙏
I was just curious that are you a ramakrishna order monk?
Thank you Chirag. We are following the teachings of Worshipful Sri Swami Sivanandaji of Divine Life Society Rishikesh India and my Guruji is Worshipful Sri Swami Jyotirmayanandaji of Miami Florida USA. Swamijis website is www.Yrf.org if you would like to learn more. They are self realized saints and I am trying to follow the same holy path. Om🙏🕉
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 thank you for responding.. can I wear the same mala by which I do mala japa?
@@iamcsn26 yes. You can wear it and it will also protect you. Please make sure when you wear it does not touch your navel or go below. Also pay utmost respect to the Mala and do not let it touch the ground when you are chanting. Om Tat Sat. 🕉🌅
From where in india i can buy authentic rudraksha mala?
@@iamcsn26 Amazon
Pranaam Swamiji,
My Sphatik mala broke while chanting mantras. What does this Nimitta indicate? I have been chanting mantras with this mala for seven months. Kindly Enlighten Swamiji.
Swamiji, I shall take this Nimitta to be positive based on your hearted comment. Om Namah Shivaya🙏🏽
Namaste guruji🙏How to Find the Perfect Mala Beads for Chantings Choosing Mala appears to be a bit perplexing; could you please shed some light on it?
Om Tat Sat Doyal ji
Divine blessings. You can find lots of good and authentic malas on Amazon. Please read the reviews also. However the most important thing is your Bhavana or devotion with which you chant your mantra. Hope this information helps you. Om 🙏🕉🌷
Thankyou swamiji for this video.. can we chant Gayathri manthra using Rudraksha mala
Om Tat Sat Aradhya ji. The most important aspect is our Bhakti or devotion so any Mala is OK. But if possible use a sphatik mala for chanting Gayatri Mantra as it is for the Devi. Divine blessings 🕉🙏🌷
Precisely which fingers are to hold bead in what way and then how to move to the next bead, all these details, which are the crux of the whole thing, and necessary to know have not been mentioned. The devil always lies in the details. I hope swamiji will provide this.
Thank you for your comment. If you are a serious aspirant and willing to learn I will be happy to do a personal zoom session where I can help you and also answer any questions you might have. Kindly provide me your email in messenger or WhatsApp and where you are located so I can send you the zoom link. Om Tat Sat and divine blessings.
Pranam 🙏🙏🙏swami ji.how to recognise a original rudrakh mala and from where i can buy ?After chant ends,if i don't want to wear it,so where we can keep the mala?how many times should we chant the mala?
Om Tat Sat. You can buy the mala at Amazon. There are plently of options available. The most important part is your devotion and how you chant your mantra. Please do it regularly at a certain time with faith. You should keep the mala in your prayer room in a sacred cloth. You can chant the mantra as often as you like but always complete the entire mala 108 beads at a time. You may do 5 or 10 Japa Malas at a time or more if you have additonal time. Hope this helps. Om Tat Sat
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Love this video. Is there a time limit for Japa's? Sometimes in the morning I want to finish my Japa a bit faster, but am not sure if I should chant fast (2-3 mantras per breath), or slow (1x mantra per breath).
Om Tat Sat. Thank you. It is generally a good practice to do at least 10 malas per
Day (if possible). Otherwise every little bit helps. The most important factor is your feeling of devotion towards your diety when you chant the mala. If you have more time it is better to chant slowly while internally enjoying the process like you suck on your favorite sugar candy. It should give you a feeling of expansion and peace. It is important to do it daily and be as regular as possible. Hope this helps. Om 🙏🌷🕉
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 Thank you so much for the analogy and explanations, Guruji.
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 Swamiji, today I was finally able to complete 10 japa mala's on a day, per your directions. So happy I finally found the rhythm in the day on how to conduct them. Om.
@@houdini178 wonderful. Thank you for the update. Happy Thanksgiving 🕉🙏🌷
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 Swamiji, I am currently 42 but started my journey at 41. Why, or how, is it that this process borders feeling 'addicted' to it? I would be doing my japas all day in my (recently achieved) full Padmasana pose if I could; but of course, the body doesn't cooperate on that (yet). ❤
I have a question to ask do we have to chant mantra starting from the 109 bead ?
Thank you Ranjit ji. No. You start with the 1st bead and stop when you reach 108. 109th bead is simply your counting mechanism to let you know that you have completed the Mala. Do not cross over it but turn the Mala and start again if you are doing more than 1 round of mala. Om Tat Sat🙏🌷🕉
Hello swami ji do you need to be vegetairian to chant mantra’s with the mala?
Om Tat Sat Klokker ji. Divine blessings. The most important part is having pure feelings towards your God when chanting. It is highly recommended to be a vegetarian since it helps greatly with purity. However it can be done gradually as one is inspired to. Chanting the name of God is always beneficial and helpful. Hope this answers your question. Om🙏🌷
*Swami'ji, One should not cross the meru mani after 108 bead count is done, am I correct ? If yes then is their a way to know that the meru mani has come, so that one doesn't cross it. Many Thanks*
Thank you for your question Divine Self. Correct Meru is the 109th bead. Please note the beats are always rotated in a clockwise direction. Ideally a mantra received from a Guru is highly effective. So to your question, the 109th bead (Meru) will let you know you have completed 1 full count. You will know because the Meru will block you from going forward. Plus you will feel the tassell that is a part of the Meru. You then simply rotate the mala and start again. You can decide how many malas you would like to do in each session say 5 or 10 etc. So after the Meru counter again you have completed the second mala and so on. Please let me know if this was helpful or if you have any other questions. Om Swami NIkhilananda
My little finger(last one ) touches sumeru sometimes.. is it correct?
Om Tat Sat Himesh ji
It is ok as long as you do not cross over the Sumeru and your Index finger is separated. Also doing Japa with devotion is the most important thing. Om🙏🕉🌷
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 Swami ji I'm very very thankful to you for giving your precious time for me❤️🙏🏿.
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Sir I like to chant moon mantra -|| Om shraam shreem shrom sah chandramase namah ||. Which mala should i use? Currently I am using a black stone one.
Om Tat Sat. Thank you. The most important aspect is your feeling when you chant the mantra. Do it with devotion and love. A Rudraksh mala is auspcious as it represents Lord Shiva who decorates the moon in his matted locks. Also always respect your mala and you can wear it but make sure if does not go below your navel. Also never let the mala touch the ground when you chant. Om Tat Sat. Swami Nikhilananda
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 Thankyou Guruji
Does one need to practice a certain religion to use mala? Can someone use mala for meditation practices?
Om. Thank you for your question. The most important aspect of the mala is your bhavana (inner sentiments and emotions) with which you chant not necessarily a certain religion, although following the teachings of Sanatan Dharma will greatly benefit a sincere aspirant. The mantra japa is much more effective if it comes from a sincere Guru and the person practicing it is also a sincere aspirant. However in the inital stages you can just chant any mantra that gives you peace. Yes, you can also use it for mediation practice. You may contact me on messenger if you need further guidance. Om!
Before using new japama what steps we have to follow..can we use directly new one ??
Om Tat Sat Sridhar ji. Please place the Japa Mala in front of your alter at the lotus feet of your Ishta devata. You can purify it with Ganga Jal if available. The most important part is your feeling. Pray from your heart that this Japa Mala be auspicious for you. After that you can start the Japa. Always respect the mala. You may also wear it on your neck after the Japa. It should not be below your navel and do not let it touch the ground. It is always good to get mantra initiation from a spiritual guru if possible. However initially you may get started with any mantra that gives you peace. Om🙏🕉
Swamiji charan sparsh. can we wear jap mala on neck?
Om Tat Sat. Yes. You may wear it on your neck. It will protect you. You can also bathe in it. Treat it like a holy item. Mala length should not be below your navel and do not touch it to the ground. Om Tat Sat🕉🙏🌷
Can we wear japa mala on neck?
Yes. If you are regular with you it also protects you. Make sure you treat it like a holy item and that the length of the mala is not below your navel. While chanting never let it touch the floor or ground. Om Tat Sat🙏🙏🕉
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 hello guruji once we wear mala can we remove it??..I am not completely ready to wear but when I take into hand for chant its energy make me feel to wear it..please guide..
@@snehalg4793 Om Tat Sat Snehal ji. Thank you for your item. Please treat your mala as any prayer item ie with utmost respect. You can certainly take the mala off your neck but keep it in a Gaumukhi or a cloth to keep the mala amd keep it in your temple. Wearing it constantly is certainly beneficial if you are doing your Japa regularly as you always have access to it. Hope this helps. Om Tat Sat🙏🕉🌷
@@snehalg4793 Om Tat Sat Snehal
Yes. You can certainly remove it as needed but keep it like a prayer item in your temple. If you feel like wearing it, it is ok too. Go with your inner feeling. It is more important to have pure bhavana when chanting. There is a sacred cloth called “Gomukhi” where you can keep the mala while traveling etc. You should not openly display your mala while chanting during a journey. You should do it in a Gomukhi to keep your mantra chanting holy and private. Hope this helps. Om Tat Sat🕉🙏
Guru ji what size is this rudrash bead? Which size is best for japa
Divine blessings. Small beads that are easy to rotate are the best. The most important factor is the feeling of the devotion and faith in it. Size does not matter so much. Om 🙏🌷🕉
Hello swamiji... When I used to chant ... I cannot sit straight and my shoulders sore while keeping the mala high till my heart Or my forehead... Can't I place the mala on my lap while chanting... Although I am a young guy but still I struggle with keeping my spine straight .. What to do?.... And swami ji one more doubt... While I chant the form of my deity do not appear in my heart... So I chant loudly keeping my focus on mantra sound... Is it ok??
Thank you Mahir ji. It is important to be in a comfortable position. Make sure your spine, and neck are straight with chin parallel to the ground. Make sure you are relaxed and the spine is not stiff. Perfectly ok to have the mala in your lap while you chant. Just make sure you treat it like a prayer item with respect and it should not touch the ground. Do not worry about forms. The most important thing is chanting and the feeling of peace. Do the Japa regularly at a set time. Ideally in the morning. Chanting loudly is ok initially but then you should chant just slowly or even mentally so you can get a feeling of peace and bliss. Like any new skill it takes some time and gets better with practice. Om Tat Sat 🌷🙏🕉
Thanku swamiji for taking out time for me🙏🏻
@@mahirtaneja6512 welcome. Divine blessings 🌷🙏🕉
Very interesting video, can we chant durga jaap mantra with the rudraksh mala?
Om Tat Sat. Thank you. It is better to get a “Sphatic Mala” for chanting Devi Mantra. Devotion is that most important ingredient in your mantra Japa. Om Tat Sat🙏🌷🕉
I used to chant mahamantra but when I finishes doing the chanting and close my eyes it is maa Kali who appears in not Sri Krishna.... and therefore I think Krishna is not for me it is maa kali whom I should chant...am I right?
i.e. i was inspired to do the japa of mahamantra by an Iskcon brahmachari.
Thank you for your question and sharing your experience. There is only one God although you can pray to him by any name and form. Selecting an authentic Guru is very important. Unfortunately ISKCON only glories KRISHNA and not other Gods or considers them
Inferior to Krishna. This is misleading and incorrect Knowledge. The most important aspect in your prayers is your devotion and
feelings. You may select any Devi or Devata such as Krishna, Devi, Hanuman, Rama etc. I hope this helps you. If you are a sincere aspirant seeking proper initiation, I will be happy to guide you. Please contact me on messenger. Om Tat Sat. 🙏🌷🕉
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 Facebook Messenger?
@@themathworm4984 yes. Or WhatsApp?
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 whatsapp will be better.
Please give Malayalam video
Sorry but I do not know Malayalam. Divine blessings 🙏🕉🌷
We can chant Gayatri mantra by rudraksha mala
Om Tat Sat Divine Soul. The best mala to use for Gayatri Mantra is “crystal or Sphatik”. However the most important ingredient in your Japa is the bhavana or feeling. So if you can get a crystal mala it is the best. You can also chant or do Japa by counting on your fingers or simply chanting the Japa mantra mentally. Om🙏🕉
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Guruji some rotate the mala inwards some rotate outwards after completing 108 beads, which method is correct???
Om Tat Sat Satnaam ji. Please follow the process as explained in the video. It is the authentic Sanatan Dharma process. The important thing to note is not to cross over the 109th bead. After completing 108 beads reverse the mala and start the process again. Hope this explanation helps you. Om
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@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 thank you so much 🙏
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Why people insists to call japamala instead mãla?
Japa means repeating Gods name with Faith and devotion. Since the main purpose is to do Japa with these malas they are called Japa Mala. Hope this answers your question. 🕉🌷
Hello Swami , i have a question i bought a 5 mukhi rudraksha and it got a little bit wet an than i recognized that the rudraksha Was coloured because When i put it on some paper for drying the paper gets orange.
Does it mean that this is a Fake rudraksha? And how will i know which ohne is real and which ohne is Fake?
And does it really matter if it is a fake rudraksha?
My question is when i believe that it will work than it will work? ( also if it will be a fake rudraksha?)
I wann to use it for meditation
Om Tat Sat Alex. Thank you for your question. Just because the mala was colored does not mean it is fake. Lot of shops apply chemicals to the Rudraksh mala to avoid it from insects eating it etc. Also generally Japa Malas are not fake since they are not very expensive. There are specialists in Rudraksh who can tell you if it is fake or not. Please note that mala is a counting mechanism and connects you with God. So the most important think is your devotion. You may continue to use the Rudraksha with faith and devotion. Yes, you can also use the mala for meditation or any other spiritual purpose. It is also ok to wear your mala in your neck but should not go below your naval point. You may contact me on messenger if you have any other questions. Thank you. Om
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 thank you so much for answering swami.
I have lots of questions :)
And i am happy about the opportunity to Contact You via Messenger. I am sure that you will hear from me soon.
But first i have to figure out where to start. :)
Om Tat Sat
@@chaoslady272 Om Tat Sat. Indeed with the foundation of faith and self effort we can make tremendous progress. Blessings!
Swami ji at meru in which direction mala should revolve? It should be anticlockwise or clock wise. Plz show me right way
Divine Self Priya ji. Thank you for your question. You should always chant the mala in a clockwise direction. When you reach the meru you rotate the mala and start chanting again in clockwise direction. Mantra Japa is extremely powerful if you are initiated by a Guru in your Ishta Mantra. Divine blessings and let me know if y ouu have any other questions. Om
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 swami ji at meru direction should be inward (clockwise) direction when starting again ?
@@priyasingh7733 Om Tat Sat Priya ji. I will be happy to show it to you on a video call if that will help you. You may contact me on Messenger. But yes, you will always be rotating the Mala after each count and starting again inward (clockwise). Divine Blessings. Om
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 thank you swami ji. Looking you on messenger :)
When Om Jesus happened..?
There is no separation as there is only one Universal God according to each persons belief and religion. Om is the universal sound or Hum a frequency that vibrates at all times. So Om Jesus, Om Krishna all reach that same one source. Om Tat Sat🕉🙏🌷
Namastey Guruji, can we sleep after brahma muhurta meditation?
Yes. It is a state of Yoga Nidra which is helpful. Om🙏🕉🌷
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 Thank you swami ji. I also felt little light headed and dizzy after doing meditation why is it so?
@@sehertomar1376 If practice is not regular it can happen. Do not worry about it. Also take protein, milk and a healthy diet to keep the body and mind healthy. Om🙏🕉
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 Thank you soo much Guruji. You are replying to every message/ Question even though this video is more than 3 yr old. Thank you for guiding every newcomer in spiritual world.🙏
@@sehertomar1376 Thank you Sehar Ji.
Divine blessings
Please feel free to ask. If you have any other spiritual question you may also reach me on WhatsApp or on messenger. Spirituality is very profound and a huge blessing. I am pleased you are following this path. Om Tat Sat🙏🕉🌷
Swami whr to buy rudhraksha mala for japa .
Om Tat Sat. It can be purchased at Amazon. Please review the ratings when you buy. You may start with an inexpensive mala. Much more important than the Mala itself is the practice. So please start as soon as possible and be regular as you start this great practice. Divine blessings 🙏🕉🌷
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 thank you Swami . 🙏🙏
Swami pls kindly let us know if we can buy this rudhraksha mala with 108 + 1 beads . can we buy that nd do we need to follow any specific ritual before starting the japa .nd pls let us know if we can count the extra bead in japa 🙏
@@srujanasrinivas8283 om Tat Sat. You do not count the 109th bead. It is called a Meru or Guri Bead and is there to just keep track of the count. Please watch the video again. After 1 Mala is done you rotate the Mala and start again. Do not go over the Meru bead.
You may buy Ganga jal at any local Indian store and sprinkle water on the Mala to make it holy. Keep it in your prayer or meditation room and treat it with great love and respect. Be regular and do some Japa daily. Om and blessings. 🙏🕉
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 thank you Swami . 🙏🙏
I bought 5 mukhi Rudraksh but I don’t know how to use it, I put it in water is it good or bad? I heard from other people on UA-cam who said many different things and I’m not sure if it’s true ( I bought the Rudraksh from Sweden) 🙏 🙏🙏 please help me thank you
Om Tat Sat Vijitha ji. The most important thing in the Japa process is your feeling. How many beads total do you have. Is it just one panchmukhi or is it a full mala of 108 beads? It is ok to shower with it as water does not harm Rudraksh. Sometimes people color the Rudraksh with chemicals so putting it in water they test to see if color comes
Out. Do not worry about all that though. Ideally it is good to be on your body and you can wear it on your neck. Pray to Lord shiva and seek his blessings. Treat it as holy and do your mantra Japa with it. Make sure you respect it and do not let it touch ground or if you are wearing it should not go below your navel area. Please let me know if you have any other questions. Thank you. Om 🕉🙏
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 Thank you so much fore the information! 🙏🙏🙏
The Rudraksh I have has 108 beads and it comes to my navel 😔 and I’m not that tall can I make it shorter?
@@Sweden75 thank you. As long as it is a bit above the navel it should be ok. However, If the Mala is long then keep it in a holy cloth for Japa only but do not wear it on your neck since it may touch your lower regions. You can also buy Rudraksh Mala that is short and does not
come upto the navel. For Japa you should always have 108 beads. Do not shorten the Mala by reducing the beads. Om Tat Sat🙏🕉
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 thank you so much fore taking your time answering my questions 🙏🙏🙏
@@Sweden75 thank you. Om Tat Sat and divine blessings. 🙏🕉
Pranaam Swamiji, thank you for sharing the knowledge. I just realized that I used to do the mantra japa incorrectly with the rudraksha mala. I do 3 types of mantra with rudraksha mala, one after the other, namely, Om namah Shivaay, Om Namo Narayanaya and Om Namo Bhagavate Akupaaraaya. I started doing it without initiation as these are prasiddh mantras. I would like to know if I can continue reciting them one after the other. Also, I heard somewhere that one can do any mantra japa with the rudraksha mala. Could you kindly enlighten? Pranaam.
Om Tat Sat. divine blessings. Thank you for your comment. It is better to chant one mantra with love and devotion on a consistent and regular basis. This becomes your Isht Mantra. You may also chant other mantras as needed but your Ishta Mantra becomes primary. Also note that all Gods are automatically included in your Ishta Mantra. There is only one para Brahmin although we pray to him in different names and forms. If you are a serious aspirant finding an authentic spiritual preceptor is an important task you should undertake. As you evolve you will be guided properly by Gods plan. On and blessings. Swami Nikhilananda
Hari Om🙏 Please help me with my question. Can we use one same mala for 3 or more mantras?
Om Tat Sat Devnarayan ji - The most important thing in your Mala Japa is to chant with devotion (your inner feeling). You did not share what mantras but generally Tulsi Mala is good for Lord Narayan, Rudraksh Mala for Lord Shiva etc. Not sure if you have a Guru but if you chant your matra after initiation it will have a much greater impact. You can wear the mala also and it will protect you. Make sure it does not go below your naval center and it does not touch the ground when you are chanting it. It is a holy object and think of it as a prayer of Gods name. As you advance it will slowly put you in a meditative stage also. Hope this helps. Om Tat Sat. Swami Nikhilananda
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 Thank you very much for detailed explanation guruji. But I want to know if I can use the same mala for chanting 3 or more mantras? Please help. Hari Om🙏
Devnarayan Dhuria it is better to chant only one mantra on the mala since it created mantric vibrations. Which three mantras are you chanting? If you are doing it properly one mantra should be enough. General rule is that Guru only gives you one Ishta mantra not multiple mantras this without specific
Details it is hard to answer your question. Contact me on messenger with specifics. Om
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 Thank You Guruji🙏Hari Om🙏
Thanks, i will receiva a mala with both rudraksha and crystal quartz beads (alternating beads) but some say i should get a mala with only rudraksha instead, do you have knowledge on this?
It depends on your feelings. The mala you are referring to is known as Shiv Shakti. So both blessings come to you. Shiva adores Rudraksh and Parvati adores sphatik or crystal. Make sure they are genuine and a true Japa Mala should have a total of 109 beads. 108 for Japa and 1 Guru bead for keeping count. Most important is our feeling our devotion with which we chant the mantra. So if you worship both Shiva and Shakti then the mala you have is fine. If you only chants Om Namah Shivaya or Hanuman mantra then perhaps a rudraksh mala is appropriate. Hope this helps you. Om Tat Sat🌷🙏🕉
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 Thanks for quick response, was planning on shiva mantra only, is this still ok? And if one chooses to worship both, do they alternate mantra for shiva and different one for shakti? Because you should use one mantra only per mala right?
@@broskichannel4163 Generally there is only one Ishta Devata for an aspirant who is initiated by a Guru. If you like to chant both Shiva and Devi it might be better to get two Malas. Rudraksh for Shiva and Crystal for Devi. This way you can chant for both deities as you please. Hope this is helpful. Also you may chant, “Om Shiv Shaktiyai Namaha” mantra with the same mala since you are chanting both names in the same mantra. It all depends on your intensity and feeling. Om Tat Sat🌷🙏🕉
Thanks, i know you advise differently but can i still chant Om Namah Shivaya with my mala? i might not be able to get a different mala for a while and i really like that mantra.@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312
@@broskichannel4163 yes. It is always the feelings that are much more important than the mala. Also always remember there is only ONE God even though we pray to him by different names and forms. Om Namaha Shivaya. 🌷🙏🕉
My mala is 54 beads...Guide me the process of rotation after 54
Follow the same process as shared in the video. After 2 rotations you will have completed one mala. 54 x 2 = 108. So if we have completed 10 total rotations you have done 5 malas. Om Tat Sat🕉🙏🌷
Pranam Guruji. Can I use 7 mm rudrakshya for mantra chanting after mala sanskar.
Rudraksh mala is generally used to chant Lord Shiva or Hanuman ji mantra. You did not mention which Ishta Devta you are chanting for. For Lord Vishnu, Rama, Krishan tulsi Mala and for Devi Ma Sphatic Mala is ideal. However most important thing in mantra chanting is your bhavana or feeling as all Gods connect to the same one God. Om Tat Sat🕉🙏
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 Guruji. I want to know, can I use the Rudrakshaya with small beads (6-7 mm dia) for chanting/Japa.
@@Criclekofficial Om Tat Sat Satapathy Ji. Yes. Please make sure you Mala does have 108 beads. You can also wear it in your neck and treat it like a worshipful item. Do not put it on ground. It will guide and protect you. Om🙏
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 Dhanyabad for quick reply. Pranam. Phir jarurat padega to yaad karunga Guruji.
@@Criclekofficial sure. Divine blessings. Om Tat Sat. 🙏🕉
Pranam Guruji can we jaap mala in brahma muhurta without taking a bath??
Yes. But you should at least brush your teeth and splash your face with water so that you are fully awake. Then mentally do the purification mantra prior to Jaap. Most important thing is our feeling so keep that pure as you do your jaao. Om Tat Sat🙏🕉🌷
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 Thank you Guruji for giving your time for responding to my Question . I just have one more question how many rotation of mala i have to do 1 day?
@@novembersparkle4627 you should strive to do 10 malas daily at normal speed. You can split them like 5 in the morning and 5 in the evening etc. Do not overly worry if on busy days you cannot do all ten. Then do what you can while continuing to mentally chant your mantra without keeping count. Divine blessings 🙏🕉
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 Thank you sooo much Guruji🙏
@@novembersparkle4627 thank you. For serious aspirants a Spiritual teacher is a great blessing and Mantra deeksha becomes important. If you feel inspired I will be pleased to initiate you into mantra deeksha. Watch my you tube video on Who is a Guru? You may contact me on WhatsApp or messenger if you are interested. All our teachings are selfless, universal and to help humanity. Om
Can i chant more than 2 god name bumy using 1 mala
Yes but it is better to use 1 mantra with faith and regularly. All mantras are good and take us to the same one God. For Lord Shiva you should use Rudraksh Mala, for Devi Sphatik mala and Chandan or Tulsi mala for Lord Vishnu. Om🙏🕉🌷
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 thank you
I have ordered a mala and i got a japa mala is it appropriate to wear it
Yes. Very much so. It will protect you. Treat it like a prayer item with love and respect. Also mala should not be below your navel. Om🙏🕉🌷
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 I don't know what to do I stored it in my alamara
@@athuldas616 I am not sure if your question. Treat your Mala like any prayer item. With respect and you can wear it. Are you doing daily Japa with it ?
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 I would like to wear it but everybody telling me that you are not suppose to wear it and if you wear you have to face Concisioin
@@jnanabhakti-swaminikhilana1312 I don't know how to do japa
How many times do we have to chant the whole japamala? In other words, when we reach the Meru, can we stop? And my second question is, can I do the chanting with O mani padme hum mantra?
Dear Marisa,Divine Blessings! It is purely upto you and how you are feeling. Of course the more the better but initially a goal of 10 malas each day is a good goal to start with. More important is daily discipline and dedicating some time towards your Japa. If you go deep and feel like mediating it is ok at that time to stop chanting the mantra and enjoying your meditation.Also a certain spiritually charged place that is fixed will greatly help. A nice shower, burning incense and a light also create a right environment for your daily japa.Answer to your second question is "Absolutely". That is a profound mantra and if you have been practicing it you may continue to do so with the mala jaap. It means like a drop of water on the lotus simply beads up and then falls into the ocean and merges into the ocean and becomes one. In the same way feel yourself becoming one with the universal energy.Hope these explanations answered your questions. Please feel free to ask anything else that will help your spiritual practice.Divine blessingsSwami Nikhilananda
Many Thanks Swami Nikhilananda !
Swami Nikhilananda how can I overcome fear? I’m always concerned when my daughter goes out to work or to have fun. And I have other kinds of fears. I know that they are irrational most of the time but I cannot free myself from them. Could you teach me?
@@marisaferrari2654Read bhagvat gita
@@marisaferrari2654 Divine blessings. Do you use Facebook? I post daily tweets there and monitor it more closely than my channel. Sorry for the delay in response.
Fear is a natural reaction. However please note we learn to trust. For example when you drive you trust the other driver will follow the rules. When you fly in the plane you assume the driver is not drunk etc. Much in the same way remember that God is taking care of you and all your nears and dears. Have faith and resign to him. Understand we live in a transient world where all things change with time. Whenever you have a feeling of fear, remind yourself of Lord Hanuman. He has amazing strenght and energy. Trust your daughter is being protected by Gods loving care. Stay busy in doing productive things or sharing your talent. You will find peace and gradually your fear will wash away. Divine blessings. Om Tat Sat. Swami Nikhilanand.
Hari om swami please can I email you if yes please send me email website
Sure
swaminikhilananda63@gmail.com
One shouldn't wear japa Mala
Sir aum jesus 🤣🤣 what is that joke ?? Don't include jesus into sanatan dharma...no puran ved upnishad mentioned jesus or mohd don't add them to our sanatan...I request all the gurus your directionless preachings of dharma is more harmful for our dharma 🚩. Jesus said in Bible heathens (who is not Christian) can be ill treated...
Namaste Anurag ji. Actually Sanatan Dharma is an all inclusive universal way of life. It accepts all religions as reaching the same one God. It is a global and accepting concept. The teachings of Sanatan Dharma are for all to benefit. Bhagavad Gita is a universal scripture. One can remain a Christian but still read the Bhagavad Gita and benefit from it. That is actually the strength of Sanatan Dharma and there is never any conversion required. Saints and Sages are universal and not radical clerics. Religions are mostly man made. Judging them as right or wrong is one angle of vision from a human standpoint. From a profound standpoint God has created all of us with the same Atma, consciousness. We all come to earth for a while and we all die and depart. To realize the Self and attain Self realization is really the goal of life. There are not many Gods. There is only one God. It is perfectly ok if you did not like or do not agree with my views. The intention is to guide all who want to benefit. Thank you for your input🙏🕉🌷
Aa gya modi andhbhakt idhar bhi jisko hinduism ka knowledge nhi lekin propoganda krne aata hai
@@networkengineer2734 jesus ka naam ved purana upnishad me h to bata de jhantu UA-cam k hindu 🤣🤣🤣
Om jesus?🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Namaste Suraj. Why Not? God can take any form and any shape according to our faith. When we say God is omnipotent, omnipresent and omniscient why should we restrict him or limit him in any way. Om is the ONE God or consciousness. Does not matter what name or form you attach to it. It is not only for Hindus or Sanatana Dharma but for the entire world. Om Om Om 🙏🕉🌷