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<p>In ancient Indian spiritual texts, “Om” is sometimes written as A-U-M, or the <i>Praṇava mantra.</i> Metaphysically, the syllable Om represents the waking, dreaming and deep sleep states (A-U-M). Furthermore, the Om mantra is also considered a divine sound that depicts the four stages of pure human consciousness, the deepest reality. The <i>Māṇḍūkya Upaniṣad</i> teaches that the syllable Om correlates with the jāgrat (wakeful), svpna (dream), suṣupti (sleep) and turīya (super-conscious) states of consciousness; is the ultimate state of time and knowledge; and is the sacred sound of creation. In practicality, chanting this ancient mantra confers a sense of peace, positive energy, and profound connection, thus ensuring holistic wellbeing. Given this background, the article describes Om chanting as a healing practice. By offering a comprehensive review of the traditional Om chanting exercise, as described in ancient Hindu texts such as the <i>Upaniṣads</i>, the <i>Bhagavad Gītā</i> and the <i>Yogā&#xa0;Sūtra</i> of Patañjali, the author shows how, through a metaphysical route, the practice of Om chanting can induce and encourage a transformative spiritual state of profound mental peace and oneness. Specific questions that are addressed are: What is sound healing, and how can we explore its roots, drawing on its representations in ancient Indian wisdom? Will Om chanting and meditation on Om benefit meaningful living and good mental health? And lastly, why is this practice fundamental and appropriate for mental health management? To answer these questions, a threefold phenomenal analysis of the spiritual, inward-looking proposition of the practice of Om chanting is provided with a categorical exploration of philosophical methodologies of healing by uniting with the cosmic consciousness, heightening of consciousness and chakra activation.</p>

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“The Sacred “Om” Chanting and Mental Health: Light on the Healing Power of Transcendental Sound”

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    2025年2月14日

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  • Aastha Mishra

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In ancient Indian spiritual texts, “Om” is sometimes written as A-U-M, or the Praṇava mantra. Metaphysically, the syllable Om represents the waking, dreaming and deep sleep states (A-U-M). Furthermore, the Om mantra is also considered a divine sound that depicts the four stages of pure human consciousness, the deepest reality. The Māṇḍūkya Upaniṣad teaches that the syllable Om correlates with the jāgrat (wakeful), svpna (dream), suṣupti (sleep) and turīya (super-conscious) states of consciousness; is the ultimate state of time and knowledge; and is the sacred sound of creation. In practicality, chanting this ancient mantra confers a sense of peace, positive energy, and profound connection, thus ensuring holistic wellbeing. Given this background, the article describes Om chanting as a healing practice. By offering a comprehensive review of the traditional Om chanting exercise, as described in ancient Hindu texts such as the Upaniṣads, the Bhagavad Gītā and the Yogā Sūtra of Patañjali, the author shows how, through a metaphysical route, the practice of Om chanting can induce and encourage a transformative spiritual state of profound mental peace and oneness. Specific questions that are addressed are: What is sound healing, and how can we explore its roots, drawing on its representations in ancient Indian wisdom? Will Om chanting and meditation on Om benefit meaningful living and good mental health? And lastly, why is this practice fundamental and appropriate for mental health management? To answer these questions, a threefold phenomenal analysis of the spiritual, inward-looking proposition of the practice of Om chanting is provided with a categorical exploration of philosophical methodologies of healing by uniting with the cosmic consciousness, heightening of consciousness and chakra activation.