Om Mani Padme Hum
Mantra: Om Mani Padme Hum
Affirmation: I connect with my core
Meaning: "Om Mani Padme Hum" is one of the most well-known and respected mantras in Buddhism. This mantra is an invitation to transformation - converting the impure thoughts of the mind (symbolized by 'Mani', meaning 'jewel') into pure, enlightened wisdom (symbolized by 'Padme', meaning 'lotus'). 'Om' and 'Hum' respectively represent the beginning and the end of the path to enlightenment. This mantra encourages deep meditation and connection to the core of your being.
Mudra: Dharmachakra Mudra
Formation of the Mudra: Bring thumb and index finger together and form a lemniscate with both hands in a vertical direction. This symbolizes the turning of the Wheel of Dharma or the teaching of the Buddha.
Effects of the Mudra: This mudra stands for teaching and understanding the Dharma and helps in cultivating wisdom and insight.
Movement Description: Sitting or standing, begin with the Dharmachakra Mudra in front of your heart. With each inhale, slowly open your arms outward, symbolizing opening yourself to the wisdom of the universe. With each exhale, bring your hands back to the heart, symbolizing the integration of this wisdom into your core.
Applications:
- During Meditation: Use this mantra and mudra for a deeper meditative experience.
- For Spiritual Growth and Development: To support your spiritual path and connect with your true core.
- In Moments of Seeking Meaning: When searching for deeper insight and understanding of your life and the world around you.
Inspiration
Repeating this mantra makes the pearl within you shine. When your core becomes visible, you touch the soul of everyone: the radiance in your eyes, the brilliance of your appearance, the tranquility and your liveliness. It is contagious, allowing other pearls to shine as well. Purifying yourself is working on the world. Enjoy this connectedness.
Explanation of the movement
Here, the lotus is central. The lotus represents purity, inner beauty, and transformative power. This special flower belongs to every goddess. The lotus rests in your lap to show that the precious is already present in your core. The path to liberation comes from within. The power awakens in your heart and the flower opens to the light. It dances in all its glory. By repeating this movement, the connection with your core is strengthened. You create a flow and become aware of the balance between inside and outside, day and night, opening and closing, dark and light... like breathing, life is. You always return to your core and rest in the Point of Pure Potential.
Om Mani Padme Hum
Wisdom and insight are within myself.
