Mantra: Sacred Words of Power

by Thomas Ashley-Farrand

In 1978, Thomas Ashley-Farrand traveled to India for the first time, where he astonished the spiritual community there with his perfect command of mantra, the practice of using specific sacred sound syllables for spiritual and material transformation.

Now, 20 years later, he shares for the first time his mastery of this ancient spiritual art on Sacred Words of Power. Here is the first English-language audio curriculum that teaches you how to use mantras to enhance the powers of your mind, influence the environment around you, and deepen your spiritual practice.

In 12 fascinating sessions, Thomas Ashley-Farrand teaches you a library of traditional mantras with relevance to every area of your life. From work and health, to love and enlightenment, here are dozens of authentic chants that are used every day by millions of people to activate the energy of creation.

The power of mantras comes not from the meaning of the syllables, teaches Ashley-Farrand, but from their direct vibrational effect on our body's physiological and energetic systems. He also teaches that Sanskrit is an energy-based language, and mantras are spiritual formulas for working with this energy. They are designed to eliminate obstacles as we progress spiritually, and to help us make energetic progress toward good.

With Sacred Words of Power, you can begin practicing these powerful chants to heal and change your own life with the very first mantra that you chant. Includes a 37-page study guide.

Learn More

Mantras―what they are, and how to use them
• When, where, and how often to chant mantras for maximum benefit
• How to use mantras to clear your chakras for better health
• The Vedas and the Upanishads ―histories and mantra stockpiles
• The 40-day principle for gauging the effects of your mantra practice
• Seed mantras―elemental energies crystallized in sound
• The Gayatri master mantra―vessel for all spiritual potencies
• Dozens of Buddhist and Sanskrit mantras taught step-by-step in English

Genres: Spirituality, Meditation

Audio CD

First published December 1, 1999

About the author

The works of Thomas Ashley-Farrand give unprecedented, detailed instruction in how to empower yourself using the techniques of the ancient sages and rishis. After many years of teaching and sharing, he has been persuaded by his friends to publish the techniques of mantra sadhana in which he was initiated over the course of decades by Eastern masters. Additionally, as we enter the new millenium, he has decided to share some of the moving experiences that he has had with spiritually advanced beings, as well as the lessons that he learned from each encounter.

Reviews

[Mindy Reads · Rating 3 out of 5]

Borrowed the audiobook from a friend, was great for unwinding, but it wasn't that interesting.

[Michal Sarbu · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just finished listening to this audiobook and I'm so grateful to have found it. Beautifully explained world of sound, author's voice is something I can listen to for days on end. Mantras are an essential part of my spiritual development and I highly recommend this book to anyone on the spiritual path.

[Liz Mandeville · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book on how to understand and construct Sanskrit to form Mantra. Sanskrit is a language comparable to Mathematics. It has an energetic resonance that just works, it doesn't require belief, just consistency and repetition to work.

I'm currently on my 2nd read of this useful book.

[Cody]

An exhaustive yet highly approachable introduction to mantra that deftly situates this ancient technique firmly in the presence. And I can't overstate the usefulness of the audio examples!

[Kara C. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Powerful way to grow your knowledge on Sanskrit. Loved it!

[Rupert Nlseio]

Excellent . Audiobook

[Nancy Wilson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Audio book, What? No sales pitch? more emphasis on the teaching and less on the story or testimony aspect,(necessary but sometimes there is too much story and not enough actionable participation) I was sad to see his site to get access to his library is down.and he has been dead for much time now. He is one to be respected and celebrated for sharing very valuable knowledge. I feel lucky to have stumbled upon this one. It was very accessible. People can dive safely in for the most part no hurdles to jump no extraneous consumer goods to purchase.Just you and the words given.

[Jason Baldauf · Rating 5 out of 5]

A 12 session audiobook companion to his other book on mantra with traditional mantras, what to use them for and how to use them. He spends time chanting the mantras so you can hear the pronunciation and how to practice them. A great follow up to the written work.

[Shelly Caldeira · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely loving this book! I bought the audio version @ Audible but I definitely will purchase the real book version possibly even the hardcover.