Professional Documents
Culture Documents
com
Chanting is a spiritual discipline believed to improve listening skills, heightened energy and more
sensitivity toward others. The practice gained popularity when an album of Gregorian chants by the
Benedictine Monks of Santo Damingo in Spain became a best seller. Chants can express devotion,
gratitude, peace, compassion and call in light into someone's life. Here are chants that can help
improve your life.
Compassionate Buddha
The most famous chant in the world is the Compassionate Buddha "Om Mani Padme Hum" which
translates to "Hail to the jewel in the lotus." It is the mantra of the Buddha of Compassion, known
by the Chinese as Goddess Kuan Yin. The mantra calms fears, soothes concerns and heals
broken hearts.
Mantra of Ganesh
The Mantra of Ganesh is dedicated to the Hindu god of wisdom and success who destroys all
obstacles. "Om Gum Ganapatayei Namah," which translates to "I bow to the elephant-faced deity
(Ganesh) who is capable of removing all obstacles. I pray for blessings and protection." The
mantra is especially beneficial when facing big challenges and when traveling.
Lakshmi Chant
A mantra that translates as a greeting to the Hindu goddess of wealth and prosperity, Lakshmi,
"Om Shrim Maha Lakshmlyei Swaha." The chant asks for Lakshmi's assistance with material
wealth and abundance.
https://www.inc.com/murray-newlands/20-awesome-chants-that-will-radically-improve-your-life.html 1/4
8/17/2017 20 Awesome Chants That Will Radically Improve Your Life | Inc.com
Interview Chant
This chant is perfect when going for a job interview or making a proposal. The words "Pravisi
Nagar Kijal Sab Kaaja Hrudaya Rakhi Kosalpur Raja" translate to "Having the impression of Lord
Ram, I am entering in the city for doing my work. May all my works and wishes get complete." It
can also be used when you enter an office building or the office of the person you are planning to
meet.
Manjushri Mantra
For those who want to enhance wisdom and improve skills, chanting "Om a ra pa ca na dhih" will
increase skills in all types of learning. The more emphasis and times the chant is recited, the more
likely it is to succeed.
Vajrapani
Vajrapani represents the energy of an enlightened mind, which is why it is said that chanting"Om
vajrapani hum" will cut through delusion and make the chanter free from hatred. He is often
pictured dancing wildly within flames as a representation of transformation. The chant helps gain
access to excessive energy and even the chant sounds energetic.
Peaceful Life
If it is a peaceful life you seek, the mantra "Sarveshaam Svaastir Bhavatu, Sarveshaam Svaastir
Bhavatu, Saveshaam Poornam Bhavatu, Sarveshaam Mangalam Bhavatu, Om Shanti, Shanti
Shanteeh" is said to bring peace and tranquility. The phrase translates to:
"Om Trayamabakam" brings health for a longer period. For strength, the chant suggested is "Aham
Brahmaasmi" which means "I am God," while peace can be obtained by chanting "Om Shanti
Shanti Shanti."
Difficult Times
It is said that the chant
Can make the cripple climb mountains and the mute speak eloquently. The mantra asks for grace
in order to ease someone out of difficult situations. It means:
In the translation, Krishna says that He is seated in the hearts of all men and women so someone
who is causing you difficulty is aware of what you are experiencing as well. By placing your trust in
a higher power, whatever is right is what will happen.
Seeking Success
For those seeking success, chanting
Is said to bring that success. The translation asks Krishna to give Supreme Bliss and to bring
everything to your favor.
https://www.inc.com/murray-newlands/20-awesome-chants-that-will-radically-improve-your-life.html 3/4
8/17/2017 20 Awesome Chants That Will Radically Improve Your Life | Inc.com
This chant contains the eight facets of God and uses for repetitions in each verse to give the power
necessary to break down barriers from the past and give power to the person chanting.
Ancient Mantras
A simple chant is designed to be an homage to Buddha, "Namo AmitaBha" gives honor to the
Buddha of Boundless Light, while "Ham-Sah" is a Hindu variant of "I am that I am" meaning "I am
that."
Amithaba
The chant that is the sacred mantra of Buddha, Amithabha enhances compassion while bringing
blessings each time it is spoken. By chanting "om ami dewa hrih" you will be protected from
dangers and obstacles.
https://www.inc.com/murray-newlands/20-awesome-chants-that-will-radically-improve-your-life.html 4/4