In the yogic tradition, a mantra is a formula of sacred syllables that have the power to completely transform the physical body, the spirit, and the mind. Mantras can be used for many purposes and are often associated with meditation practices that focus on aspects of healing, empowerment, wisdom, and physical relaxation. In astrology, however, it is the Nirguna mantras from Vedic texts that are used as remedies in solving intricate and complex problems that arise due to planetary placement and periods. In this article, we will explore the role that these mantras have in Vedic astrology, what their purpose is, and the reasons why planetary mantras are used in meditation.
Vedic Astrology and Our Planetary Charts
In Vedic teachings, it is the soul that chooses to be born into the physical body. During the exact moment in time that this occurs, the constellations and planets are aligned in a specific position and emanate a specific vibration at a unique frequency. An individual can then use Primordial Sound Meditation to calculate what this vibration (or mantra) was at the time of their birth. To do this, one only needs the place at which they are born, the date, and the time and use this information in conjunction with the mathematics of Vedic Astrology. Beyond this, by understanding which planets and constellations were aligned at the time of your birth, you can get a picture of what planetary influences will manifest in your life going forward. To understand these influences, the Vedic teachings say to use a Jyotish chart, which is a unique karmic map of your past, present, and future, as well as meditation to explore, understand, and gain clarity of your karmic possibilities. Essentially, the Jyotish chart gives you clues as to how the celestial bodies will influence your life and meditation provides solutions for how to solve them.
What is the Purpose Of Mantras in Vedic Astrology?
Mantras are the easiest and least expensive way to work with the planets that appear in your birth chart. When used in repetition, mantras are able to soothe and heal the difficult energies that emanate from these planetary influences. In addition to this, mantras are used as a remedy to attract both positive and constructive energies that are related to the planet lords. If you find that your health, career, or relationships are suffering, you can use a mantra to enhance a beneficial planet in your chart while simultaneously reducing the harmful effects of a detrimental planet.
What Reasons Are Cited for the Use of Planetary Mantras
When you use a planetary mantra, you attune yourself with the planetary energies that are currently out of focus in your chart or are causing negative influences in your life. There are generally three reasons for using planetary mantras: to propitiate a planet that is acting in a malevolent manner such as causing problems with your karmic flow; to strengthen a benevolent planet that is currently too weak to do good, and to energize a planet to empower your chart.