Mantra: As the Idea that Creates, Sustains or Destroys

Mantra is by far the most misused as well as abused word of Vedic Sanskrit. The mantra was never some “spell” reciting which you could recite to “magically” summon “divine powers” or “superhuman intervention.” Mantra is also considered by many to be synonymous with yet another Vedic Sanskrit word Shloka.

Rishis and Rishikas, sages of Vedic era, wrote Shlokas or hymns enumerating their experiences, knowledge, and wisdom; which they considered are crucial in sustaining balance in life; to find...