The sound of every mantra has a specific vibration designed to produce a specific effect. By attuning to this vibration when we meditate on a particular mantra, the desired effect is produced in our lives. Although mantra is an Indian word, such words of power have been used in the mystical practices of almost all cultures.
Mantras basically creates vibration hence mantra is defined as Mananath thrayathey Ithi Manthra. When you reflect, you get protected. Mantras not only create a very powerful vibration but also have deep impact on us. Study has shown that by certain type of music plants grow better. Mantras are also musical in a mystical domain.
In the Hindu tradition the two most powerful mantras are Gayatri Mantra and Maha Mrithyunjaya Manthra. The word Gayathri means Gaayan-tham Thraya-the Ithi-Gayathri. Whoever chants gets protected. Gayathri Mantra creates the most powerful vibration and also brings about enlightenment.
