The origin of OM
In the world of yoga, there is a legend about the origin of the universe: a long time ago, there would be subtle buzzing sounds in the planet. These sounds come from the frequency of the energy of the object, and after these sounds slowly accumulate, the sound becomes stronger. As it grows bigger, the energy of the object gets bigger and bigger, so many things begin to be born. This original sound from the birth of the universe is what people often chant now-OM (AUM).
The meaning of OM
OM (AUM), from the ancient Sanskrit language, is regarded as the original voice. Since the Vedic era, people have used it to describe the trinity of the world. A is the first pronunciation in Sanskrit, the force of birth, is the omnipresent creation; M is the last pronunciation in Sanskrit, the force of destruction, the end and the new beginning; U is the force of sustaining in the middle, is The endless dreams and images between birth and destruction.
"AUM" is the combination of matter and divinity. It is the initial sound of the universe (the vibration at the beginning of the universe). It is not only the beginning but also the end. The past, present and future are all contained in this sound, and it transcends the bondage of time.
AUM also symbolizes "lucidity, dreams (or introspective meditation) and sleep (or ecstasy)" in the state of pure consciousness, while the silence after AUM represents the state of "ignorance" .
This simple and infinite chanting resonates with the divine nature. OM is from beginning to end, but also without beginning and end.
The significance of chanting OM
Practitioners of "Yoga" believe that singing the "AUM" sound can keep irritability away, help enter a state of meditation, and lead people to a higher spiritual level.
Normally singing OM can not only lead us to a higher soul level. Scientists have also discovered that all Mantras, including singing OM, have the effect of slowing down breathing, followed by a smooth and relaxing heartbeat. Therefore chanting it is considered to be good for the body and the soul.
Therefore, in the world of yoga, OM has been given a sacred meaning. It is not only a simple rhythm, but also a sacred sound of yoga, and a representative of the entire yoga world. Therefore, it is also known as the most powerful and comforting one of all chanting, which can make people sink their hearts quickly in the impetuous state.