What is Jaap yagna?
A japa yajna is a fire ceremony in which mantras are chanted to invoke the presence of the Lord. Usually during the ceremony many offerings are made to the fire. These offerings thank the Lord for what He has given us, and are a way of thanking for His grace.A japa yajna can be seen as the performance of a religious duty involving Agni, the sacrificial fire, with the chanting of the mantras. A yajna is generally an act of worship or showing reverence to God and Nature through invocations, prayers, songs, fire ritual, mantra recitation, and Holy offerings. It is the process of praying and making offerings to the Deities and other aspects of Divine Power through worship for their blessings for a happy, peaceful and prosperous life, or any other material or spiritual benefits that a person may desire. The word Yajna can be translated as 'to sacrifice'; this could be seen as self-denial for the welfare of another, or others. So a yajna is a great medium that help solving all kind of problems. It burns an individual's or a community's karma. Ultimately the real meaning of yajna is unity of God and humanity.
How to practice Mantra Jap?
Sit in your prayer area a little before the period you have decided to practice the Japa; try to become calm and remember your Guru (if you have one). After this, dedicate some other time thinking about the people or situation you're repeating the mantra for and imagine him/her/them completely free from their problems. Then let every thought go and start repeating the mantra; this can be done silently, whispered or aloud, with
japa mala or without. Maybe during repetition many thoughts will come and go through your mind; just don't worry about it; it's really a normal thing to have a perturbed mind. When you finish repeating the mantra simply sit for a few minutes calmly, and feel the effects and vibrations in your body and mind. Please, do not strain! You don't have to repeat continuously for 24 hours! Simply repeat for a period suitable for you! But please.. do not exaggerate! Mantras are powerful, so be careful.
How to do jaap on mala?
Use a mala of 108 beads. Do not allow the mala to hang below the navel. The mala must not be visible to you or to others, so cover it properly. Use the middle finger and the thumb of the right to roll the beads. The use of the index finger is not allowed. Do not cross the meru (main bead) while rolling the beads.
How to Count mantra?
Do not chant mantra in haste. Do it slowly with feeling, concentration of mind and devotion.
Try to associate the chant with the rhythm of the breath and meditate in the form of your Deity. Keep a picture or idol of the Deity in front of you. Think of the meaning of the Mantra while repeating it.
Observe silence and avoid distractions, calls and engagements. It is important not to leave the place at once after the Japa is over and mix with everyone or get into worldly activity. This keeps the spiritual vibrations intact.
Where can I buy mala?
Click here to order Jap mala online
Can I get more info about mantra jaap and anustan?
Click here to purchase the Ashram Published book " Mantra Jap Avem Anusthan Vidhi"
What is the significance of Diwali night?
Diwali Night is one of the Mahaaraatris, doing Japa Dhyan on this Night is uncountable times beneficial than on a normal day. Diwali Night is incarnation day of Maa Lakshmi, so Lakshmi Prapti Sadhna on this night is much more beneficial than any other day.
What are other Maha Ratris (Holy Nights)?
There are 4 maha Ratris. and they are Maha Shivatri, Holy, Janmasthami and Diwali.
What is Anustan?
Anusthan is worship of a higher order in which the devotee is bound by many restrictions and has to follow specified rules and regulations. consequently special benefits accrue.
Can I change my time slot of my registration?
Yes, send us an email at events@ashram.org
Will my Email used or get published?
No , email addresses will not be published or used. (apart from sending news about future jaap yagna/ ashram news letter if you wish to be informed)
What is the word-word meaning of Maha Mrityunjay Mantra?
Sanskrit to English Word Meaning
Tryambakam – three-eyed; Yajamahe – worship; Sugandhim – beautiful smelling; Pusti – well nourished, (prosperity); Vardhanam – increaser; Urvarukam – cucumber; Ive – like; Bandhana – from bondage of worldly attachments; Mrtyor – mortality; Muksiya – may you liberate; Ma- me; Amrat – for the sake of immortality
Translation
We worship the three-eyed One (Lord Shiva), Who is fragrant and Who nourishes all beings; May He liberate me from death, for the sake of Immortality, even as the cucmber is severed from its bondage of the vine.
During registration, When I select few countires like singapore or Qatar, there are no states and cities, What should I do in those cases?
Please add the country name in both State and City fields.
Can I also do the mantra jaap for Bapuji's Health?
Yes, you can defnitely do for Pujya Bapuji's health. Please Click here to see the Sankalp and Vinyog of Maha Mrityunjay Mantra before starting the mantra jap for Pujya Bapuji's health