Thomas Ashley - Farrand's Healing Mantras: Learn Sound Affirmations for Spiritual Growth, Creativity, and Healing
Thomas Ashley - Farrand's Healing Mantras: Learn Sound Affirmations for Spiritual Growth, Creativity, and Healing
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Manufacturer: Sounds True
Author: Thomas Ashley-Farrand
Binding: Audio CD
Publication Date: 2000-02
Publisher: Sounds True
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Thomas Ashley-Farrand’s Healing Mantras Thomas Ashley-Farrand Mantras are sacred sound syllables from the Vedic tradition. For thousands of years, they have been used to promote inner healing, spiritual development, and beneficial effects in the world around us. Thomas Ashley-Farrand’s Healing Mantras CD gives listeners access to more than 20 mantras, and teaches how to intone them with perfect precision (a key to their effectiveness). Covers the theory, origins, pronunciation, and practical applications of mantra practice. Detailed study guide included. Cached date: AWS Called=true You may also be interested in these products:
A slightly different review 2008-05-07 I would recommend this C.D., but I would say it is good to have the book that is sold separately. I have them both, and it helps clarify certain things when you have the book, and the C.D., in turn, helps you pronounce the mantras correctly. I have not listened to all the mantras on the C.D., and I focus on a particular one that I have decided to chant. Later on, through the use of the book, I will choose another mantra and listen to it on the C.D. I do use the Malas for countring my mantras (they are like rosaries, but have 108 beads instead of 54), and I got mine from e-bay.
Au Contraire 2008-04-25 Contrary to "A Customer" and DJ, I'd recommend both the CD and Book right off. I first took this CD and TA-F's book on Chakra Mantras, having had some experience w/ Kundalaini Yoga and thinking to spread out a tentative investment. That book is also quite good, though without being so well written to the Mantra beginner as is 'Healing Mantras'.
Right away, I found 'Healing Mantras' at a local bookstore and recognized my error. The CD's pamphlet is very brief. There's a vast universe living in the book.
Some vendors carry both as a set. Might as well go that way. The CD will help a lot with pronounciation And find yourself a Mala while you're at it.
Healing Mantras by Thomas Ashley-Farrand 2007-07-19 Thomas Ashley-Farrand is a scholar, and his approach to explaining matras is scholarly. That does not mean he is detached. He has developed a deep interest and seems to believe in their efficacy. His writings and demonstration CD's are not meant for beginners in Hindu practice nor for those who have only a passing interest in Hindu ritual. For those, he perhaps explains too much in too much detail. However, for the serious student of Hinduism, you could not find a more expert study.
It Helps in Pronunciation 2007-02-15
The CD is great to listen to so you can chant along and make sure you are pronouncing the mantras right. A little boring however, with its academic tone and the use of the same music, but nevertheless insightful in chanting the mantras correctly.
Outstanding entry level introduction. 2005-07-18 I was fortunate to have this CD recommended to me by a friend. Having had no prior experience with sanskrit or mantra, I couldn't believe my luck once I'd listened to this CD. Not only is it structured so anybody can learn, there is also a list of the 'seed' sounds, explanations and english translations for each mantra, plus a guide on repetition, intention, spiritual practice, and a glossary! And all this for under $15. Each mantra is spoken word by word, before being intoned.
Having practiced some Tai Chi and Qi Gong its important when dealing with energy to feel secure with the integrity and calibre of the teacher. As most learning is done by modelling the teacher I can't think of anyone better than Thomas Ashley-Farrand for getting that start in Sanskrit Mantra. He has extensive experience and is authentic, and that promotes the full benefit of these amazing energy sounds and vibrations.
These are words of power; and this CD is great value. I also purchased the companion book, but this is not necessary to get your start. This CD stands on its own.
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