Taken from the E-Book, Living in De-Light
The Gift of Mantra, Chant, and Intentional Song
Utilizing the power of repetition, intention, and release, we are capable of significantly expanding and balancing the nature of our moments and our experience of them. Consciously using the voice to sing, chant, or speak statements of intention and affirmation is an empowering process initiated thousands of years ago. As mantra, chant, or intentional song we can positively and profoundly alter thoughts, beliefs, patterns, choices, and actions.
Mantras are speak song statements of a powerful intention, often including or beseeching a cultural Deity to support a desired outcome. They are, based on tradition, repetitive and structured. An example is the Tibetan Buddhist mantra, Om Mane Padme Hung, which invites our awareness to embrace and reflect the beloved I AM in all we think say or do. Another is the Hindu mantra, Gate Gate Paragate Parasam Gate Bodhi Svaha, called the Heart Sutra because of its power to vibrational effect the heart chakra. Traditional Hindu process includes the twice daily repetition of 108 times for 40 days in order to truly access the vibration of the mantra Chants are sung and follow the pattern of repetition, often for at least 5 minutes but usually until the desired state is reached. They are highly useful in clearing lower vibrational thinking patterns, setting a particular thought into action, as a meditative tool, or to reach an altered brainwave state. Chants are practiced in most cultures and spiritual persuasions. Native American chants, like Wani Wachalo Wakenkatanka, which calls for the balance between Mother Earth and grandfather Sky; or Hinamaya Hinamaya Hinamay Chi Chayo, an Apache power chant, are impactful and steeped in vibrational tradition.
Finally, intentional songs in one’s native language are created for specific purpose such as giving melody to an affirmation, proclamation, or desired condition, mental state, or outcome. They borrow from traditional mantra and chant principle and results. I give a little Love, give a little Light, It comes back round, I feel alright, Ah, Life is good; or I rise up here I go, I release my limitations and I lay my burden down, I rise up here I go; both by Mark Stanton Welch are examples.
The power of music and sound in musical form are a true gift. Their application throughout the history of humanity is a testament to their simplicity, power, and universality. Use them and fill your mind and moments with the kind of thinking and vibration that attracts and magnetizes the life you deserve and desire.
Characteristics of Chant, Mantra, and Intentional Songs
CHANTS
MANTRAS
INTENTIONAL SONGS
Date Performed | Concert Type click for info and lyrics |
Time | Online Location click to view online |
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Wed December 18, 2024 |
Monthly Chanting |
6-6:45 PM |
You Tube |
Free (donation) |
Wed January 15, 2025 |
Monthly Mantras: Spoken and Sung |
6-6:45 PM |
You Tube |
Free (donation) |
Wed February 12, 2025 | Monthly Intentional Songs and Spoken Word |
6-6:45 PM | You Tube | Free (donation) |
Wed March 19, 2025 | Monthly Chanting | 6-6:45 PM | You Tube | Free (donation) |
Wed April 16, 2025 | Monthly Mantras: Spoken and Sung | 6-6:45 PM | You Tube | Free (donation) |
Wed May 14, 2025 | Monthly Intentional Songs and Spoken Word |
6-6:45 PM | You Tube | Free (donation) |
Wed June 18, 2025 | Monthly Chanting | 6-6:45 PM | You Tube | Free (donation) |
Wed July 16, 2025 | Monthly Mantras: Spoken and Sung | 6-6:45 PM | You Tube | Free (donation) |
Wed August 13, 2025 | Monthly Intentional Songs and Spoken Word |
6-6:45 PM | You Tube | Free (donation) |
Wed September 17, 2025 | Monthly Chanting | 6-6:45 PM | You Tube | Free (donation) |
Wed October 15, 2025 | Monthly Mantras: Spoken and Sung | 6-6:45 PM | You Tube | Free (donation) |
Wed November 12, 2025 | Monthly Intentional Songs and Spoken Word |
6-6:45 PM | You Tube | Free (donation) |
Wed December 10, 2025 | Monthly Chanting | 6-6:45 PM | You Tube | Free (donation) |
Wed January 14, 2026 | Monthly Mantras: Spoken and Sung | 6-6:45 PM | You Tube | Free (donation) |
Wed February 18, 2026 | Monthly Intentional Songs and Spoken Word |
6-6:45 PM | You Tube | Free (donation) |
Wed March 18, 2026 | Monthly Chanting | 6-6:45 PM | You Tube | Free (donation) |
Wed April 15, 2026 | Monthly Mantras: Spoken and Sung | 6-6:45 PM | You Tube | Free (donation) |
Wed May 13, 2026 | Monthly Intentional Songs and Spoken Word |
6-6:45 PM | You Tube | Free (donation) |
Wed June 17, 2026 | Monthly Chanting | 6-6:45 PM | You Tube | Free (donation) |