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Eternity of Sound and the Science of
Mantras
AUTHOR
Pt. SHRIRAM SHARMA ACHARYA
Translated by:
Dr. Rajani Joshi
Publisher: Shantikunj, Haridwar
(U.A), India, 249411
First Edition 2003
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Eternity of Sound and the Science of Mantra
PREFACE
The knowledge of Ïabda Brah® – N³da Brah® is an important branch of the Indian school of
spirituality. The science and philosophy of Ïabda Brah® encompasses the methodology and
effects of mantra-japa, prayers, collective chanting and s³dhan³s of the veda-mantras and that of
the N³da Brah® deals with the genesis, expansion and influence of music. The volume 19 of the
“Pt. Shriram Sharma Acharya Vangmaya” series presents truly rare and detailed information and
guidance on this topic. The present book is compiled from the English translation of the first two
chapters of this volume that focus on the cosmic dimensions of sound and the sceince of mantras.
Linguistically, the word mantra in Sanskrit implies a specific structure of sonic patterns – coded
in syllables and vowels, that works as an spiriutal tool to liberate the mind from ignorance,
illusion and evil instincts. The specific configurations of syllables and the corresponding
combinations of phonemes in the mantras make the latter powerful ‘carriers’ of the cosmic
energy of sound. The book presents a perspicuous introduction with analysis of multiple aspects
of the physical and subliminal impact of sound and the structure of mantras. It also highlights
authentic reports on scientific experiments in this direction.
Different methods of rhythmic enunciation (japa) and spiritual practices (s³dhan³s) of vedic
mantras are described here with adept guidance. The author, Pt. Shriram Sharma Acharya also
focuses on mantra yoga as an effective endeavor to master the generation and utilization, without
any external means or instruments, of the immense powers of