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When my eyes landed upon the magnificent Shiva Panchakshara Yantra, I felt a sudden and surprising opening in the area of my chest, as if my heart had recognized the image and begun breathing in its healing vibrations. I listened closely to the guidance on the audio clip and slowly entered the inner sanctum of the yantra, my eyes traversing the terrain of this mystical diagram.
Within a short time I felt gentle, wave-like movements rippling through my body, as tensions melted away. Finally, I closed my eyes and felt the energy of my senses fold inward. My attention centered around my inner heart and I saw the visual impression of the yantra blazing like a star in my mind's eye. I noticed a certain quietude and a simple feeling of joy bubbling up from within. Even as I write this, I can still feel my body pulsating with healing light.
Berlin, Germany
What an exquisite gift this is! Following the instructions, I began entering into the space of the yantra. I discovered it is an actual three-dimensional space. How marvelous is that! I then continued to gaze at the yantra while listening to that day’s namasankirtana: Om Namah Shivaya in a most enchanting raga.
At first my body seemed to be remembering and embodying the firepits used for the yajnas in Gurudev Siddha Peeth and Shree Muktananda Ashram. They often have a lotus shape with a brilliant golden flame at the center. The petals of each exquisite layer began to flutter in the breeze of the gentle blaze at the center. Then I was looking down from above my head. The largest lotus was at my crown chakra. As I settled deeper, I traveled down through the golden column of light to the sixth chakra (in the next lotus), then the fifth chakra (in the innermost lotus) to settle with OM in my heart.
It was extraordinary and at the same time so familiar! It felt like a journey with Lord Shiva within my body and my being.
New York, United States
I was immediately fascinated by this yantra—at first by the blue colors but also the very strong directions of the arrows and the petals. As I thought of the eight directions, it reminded me that Lord Shiva is in everything and everyone, no matter which direction we take.
Then I read the explanation and was amazed. I was especially intrigued by the meaning of each of the syllables in the center. I carefully followed the instructions for meditating on the yantra, aware of its divine potency. Just before doing this meditation, I had asked for a sign about a decision I’d felt unclear about. In this exercise, the answer became crystal clear—in my heart. This answer is very important to me.
All I can say is that the Guru is endlessly offering her guidance and love in the most extraordinarily loving ways.
Heidelberg Heights, Australia
Today after my morning meditation session I contemplated the Shiva Panchakshara Yantra just for a few minutes and I felt pulled into a long and profound meditation.
It has been very powerful! I'm still astonished and intoxicated by the experience and the strength and power of the shakti in this yantra.
Milan, Italy
I was drawn to closely examine each auspicious element of the
Shiva Panchakshara Yantra. First, I noticed the beauty and intricacy of the whole
yantra. Then, beginning at the center, I tenderly repeated each syllable of the five-syllable mantra,
Om Namah Shivaya. Next, I concentrated on the outer rim and repeated each occurrence of the mantra as I moved my focus clockwise with great reverence and attention to the formation of the Sanskrit characters.
Then I felt as if a key in a doorway turned: I sensed a vibration resonating in my heart and great love within. As I prepared to meditate, I bowed to my
puja and offered thanks for this visual image of Lord Shiva’s mantra and for the abundant grace and guidance showered upon me each day.
Maryland, United States
This
yantra touched a musical and playful chord in me. As I gazed at it, it took me back to a dancing
saptah at Shree Muktananda Ashram many years ago, where I had a vivid experience of Gurumayi’s gentleness and sweetness.
I am very grateful, Gurumayi.
Florida, USA
Very beautiful! The energy from within the
yantra steadies and centers me. At the same time, I sense that the yantra is alive and moving in all directions.
Thank you, Gurumayi, for this visual approach to worship and to reflection on the mantra and Lord Shiva!
Florida, USA