Flying with the wind

Chanting religious mantras can be boring and hypnotizing. The monotonous repetition of mantras in a dull tune can create a depressing spell over the audience. But it does not have to be this way, and a small boy showed how chanting mantras can build a new connection to God.

He was 7 years in age, buoyant and confident, poised to showcase his talent in front of a large gathering. As he started chanting the mantras, there was an elegance in his words and a sparkle in his voice. He threw the words like a gust of wind on the flute, mastering the exact landing and the music coming out. While listening to his sutras, I went into a pleasant stupor, with his voice directing me towards a new path to my spiritual destination.

His tunes were fresh and immature. He spoke words of deep meaning with remarkable simplicity. It was like a walk in the park, playing around with twigs and running after birds, business as usual.

I was inspired by this new way of looking at mantras and chanting scriptures. It does not have to be a synchronized melody repeating in a melancholic monotone. Chanting can be spontaneous and flamboyant, with a vibrant vigor attracting you to explore new spiritual levels in your mind and soul. It will also help to memorize the verses by associating a new and fresh tune to each one.

The next time you do a spiritual rendition, take a deep breath, free yourself of all bondage and throw your voice, let it fly in the waves of purity and solace. May the wind be with you!