Reflecting with David
MarMon 2010 Filed in:
Reflecting With David

Full-Moon Chanting
Event: Full-Moon Chanting: A Powerful Time for Spiritual Practice
Where: Integral Yoga Institute 227 West 13th Street
(between 7th & 8th)
Time: Monday, March 29 • 7:45–8:45 p.m.
Cost: Free
Website: www.iyiny.org
Chanting is such a wonderful way to quiet the mind and lead it into a deeper state of awareness. It is especially beneficial for those who have a tough time stopping the mind's endless chatter. I find it is the musical sequence that initially holds the mind's attention, and thus, less effort of concentration is needed.
The ritual of meditating with a full moon has been with us for centuries and also enhances a focus for the mind. Both the full moon and new moon mark times where the strength of our intention is magnified. The full-moon chanting sessions at the Integral Yoga Institute can uplift the mind and focus it in a positive direction. During the full moon, the Gayatri and Maha Mitrunjaaye mantras are chanted; the sound of Om is chanted for the new moon.
Tags: David