The Upanishads

Japa - Mantra Repetition

The practice of repeating sacred words.

Japa is the meditative practice of repeating a mantra. Through repetition, the mantra's meaning saturates the mind, transforming consciousness and leading to realization.

Of all sacrifices, I am japa - the repetition of the divine name.

Bhagavad Gita, Bhagavad Gita 10.25

Japa is considered one of the simplest yet most powerful practices.

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