Transliteration

Naam niranjan neer naraa-in.
Rasnaa simrat paap bilaa-in.

Naaraa-in sabh maahi nivaas.
Naaraa-in ghat ghat pargaas.
Naaraa-in kahtay narak na jaahi.
Naaraa-in sayv sagal fal paahi.

Naaraa-in man maahi adhaar.
Naaraa-in bohith sansaar.
Naaraa-in kahat jam bhaag palaa-in.
Naaraa-in dant bhaanay daa-in.

Naaraa-in sad sad bakhsind.
Naaraa-in keenay sookh anand.
Naaraa-in pargat keeno partaap.
Naaraa-in sant ko maa-ee baap.

Naaraa-in saadhsang naraa-in.
Baaran baar naraa-in gaa-in.
Basat agochar gur mil lahee.
Naaraa-in ot naanak daas gahee.

Meaning

The Name of the Immaculate Lord is the Ambrosial Water. Chanting it with the tongue, sins are washed away.

The Lord abides in everyone. The Lord illumines each and every heart. Chanting the Lord’s Name, one does not fall into hell. Serving the Lord, all fruitful rewards are obtained.

Within my mind is the Support of the Lord. The Lord is the boat to cross over the world-ocean. Chant the Lord’s Name, and the Messenger of Death will run away. The Lord breaks the teeth of Maya, the witch.

The Lord is forever and ever the Forgiver. The Lord blesses us with peace and bliss. The Lord has revealed His glory. The Lord is the mother and father of His Saint.

The Lord, the Lord, is in the Saadh Sangat, the Company of the Holy. Time and time again, I sing the Lord’s Praises. Meeting with the Guru, I have attained the incomprehensible object.

Slave Nanak has grasped the Support of the Lord.

Effect

The Shabad Narayan was composed by the fifth Sikh Guru, Guru Arjan. Narayan is one of the different names for the Divine. It relates to the quality of water; just as a plant needs water to bloom, chanting Narayan nurtures the Divine Identity within you so that your soul can blossom beautifully and gracefully. The quality of Narayan is restorative, allowing life to begin anew, abundant, and green. It also protects you from death, as the Siri Guru Granth Sahib states that if you recite it, death cannot come near. Chanting this Shabad restores everything lost and brings abundance to life.

Transliteration

Nirbho Sat Siri
NIrbho Sat Siri, Nirbho Akal Siri
Nirbho Atma Siri, Nirbho Parmatma

Meaning

I in thee have not fear, I in thee am crystal clear
Thou in me is very near, Thou Art my Love, Lord & Atma (Soul).

Effect

A Mantra for Fearlessness.

Niyama is the second limb of the eight-limbed path of yoga as outlined by Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras. It refers to personal ethical guidelines and disciplines that help in cultivating self-discipline and spiritual growth. There are five niyamas: Saucha (purity), Santosha (contentment), Tapas (discipline or austerity), Svadhyaya (self-study), and Ishvara Pranidhana (surrender to a higher power). Practicing niyamas helps in developing inner strength, clarity, and a sense of purpose, supporting a yogi’s journey towards self-realization and harmony.

Patanjali is an ancient Indian sage, traditionally credited with composing the “Yoga Sutras,” a foundational text on the philosophy and practice of yoga. The Yoga Sutras consist of 196 aphorisms that outline the eight-limbed path of yoga, including ethical precepts, physical postures, breath control, and meditative practices aimed at achieving self-realization and spiritual enlightenment. Patanjali’s work has profoundly influenced various aspects of yoga, meditation, and Indian philosophy, making him a central figure in the history of yoga.

Transliteration

Pavan Pavan Pavan Pavan
Par Para Pavan Guru
Pavan Guru Wahe Guru
Wahe Guru Pavan Guru

Meaning

Pavan – air, breath, and carrier of Prana (energy or life force).
Guru – one who leads you from darkness to light.
Waje Guru – ecstasy when I experience the indescribable Wisdom.

Effect

This mantra is for pranic energy and to increase it in the body. Increasing prana is the best way to achieve healing.

Pingala is one of the three primary nadis in yogic and Ayurvedic traditions, responsible for channeling solar energy through the body. It is associated with the right side of the body and the left hemisphere of the brain, governing dynamic and active qualities such as logic, analytical thinking, and physical activity. Pingala nadi originates at the base of the spine, intertwining with the Ida nadi and Sushumna nadi, and terminates at the right nostril. Balancing Pingala helps in maintaining vitality, focus, and a balanced energetic flow.

Transliteration

Jis simrat sabh kilvikh naaseh pitree ho-ay udhaaro
So har har tum sad hee jaapahu jaa kaa ant na paaro
Poota maataa kee aasees
Nimakh na bisara-o tum ka-o har har sadaa bhajahu jagdees rahaa-o
Satgur tum ka-o ho-ay da-i-aalaa santsang tayree preet
Kaaparh pat parmaysar raakhee bhojan keertan neet
Amrit peevhu sadaa chir jeevhu har simrat anad anantaa
Rang tamaasaa pooran aasaa kabeh na bi-aapai chintaa
Bhavar tumaaraa ih man hova-o har charnaa hohu ka-ulaa
Naanak daas un sang laptaa-i-o ji-o booNdeh chaatrik ma-ulaa

Meaning

Remembering God, all mistakes are cleansed and our ancestors redeemed and saved.
Always chant the name of God, Har Har. God is within you, God is infinite.
Oh, my child, this is your mother’s blessing.
Do not forget God for a moment, always praising the Lord of the Universe.
May the true Guru be kind to you, may you love to be with the Saints.
May your clothing be God’s protection, may your food be the chanting of God’s prayers.
Drink the nectar of God’s name and have a long life, may meditation on God give you infinite joy.
May love be yours and your desires fulfilled. May you never be overcome by worry.
Let your mind be the bumblebee and let the Guru’s Lotus Feet be the flower.
Oh Servant Nanak, bind your mind in this way. Like the hawk finding a drop of rain, it flourishes.

Effect

The mantra Poota Mata Kee Asees is a mantra of prayer, love, and protection. It is a blessing that mothers bestow upon their children, for them to have divine protection and guidance.

Prabhupati is a term rooted in Sanskrit, composed of “Prabhu,” meaning “lord” or “master,” and “Pati,” meaning “husband” or “protector.” In the context of Kundalini Yoga, it refers to a person who has mastered their inner self and holds dominion over their own mind, body, and spirit. This mastery allows them to lead and protect others, guiding them on their spiritual journey. A Prabhupati embodies wisdom, strength, and compassion, acting as a beacon for those seeking enlightenment and inner peace.

Prakriti is a Sanskrit term that refers to the fundamental, natural, and primordial matter or nature, particularly in Sankhya and Ayurveda traditions. It represents the dynamic, ever-changing physical world and all its elements, including the mind, body, and senses. Prakriti is composed of three gunas (qualities) — Sattva (balance), Rajas (activity), and Tamas (inertia) — which influence its state and transformations. In contrast to Purusha, the unchanging, pure consciousness or spirit, Prakriti is the creative force that interacts with Purusha to manifest the universe. Understanding and balancing Prakriti is essential for achieving harmony and spiritual growth.

Prana Vayu is one of the five subdivisions of prana, or life force, in yogic and Ayurvedic traditions. It governs the inward movement of energy and is centered in the chest, controlling respiration and the heart. Prana Vayu is responsible for drawing in vital life energy through breath, sustaining all bodily functions, and is essential for maintaining vitality and health. By enhancing Prana Vayu, one can improve mental clarity, emotional stability, and overall energy levels, fostering a deeper connection to the self and the environment.

Effects of Anjali/Pranam Mudra

Pranam Mudra, also known as Prayer Mudra or Anjali mudra, would be considered one of the oldest and most universal mudras. Since the beginning of time, people have put their palms and hands pressed together at their heart center. This mudra ties together the right and left sides of the body and the right and left brain hemispheres.

When we perform this mudra, our thumbs create some pressure on the sternum which turns on the conception and governing vessels, a central meridian that loops around and connects all the meridian systems. We believe that the pressure of the knuckles on the center of the sternum activates a type of mind nerve or focal point that supports your ability to meditate more deeply. Try it and tune into the feelings that you have as you press your hands together and press the thumbs against the sternum. What do you feel in this ancient position?

In ancient times people understood that the heart area was the “Brain” or center of human consciousness, even more so than your head and brain. As you practice this mudra, feel your thought processes centering into your heart area, so that you are connected to a part of yourself that is feeling centric and beyond the analytical mind.

How to do Pranam Mudra:

1. Begin by pressing your palms together in front of your heart. Rest the outer thumbs on your sternum.
2. Make sure that the bracelet lines of the wrist (where the palm and wrist join) are placed at the heart center. The fingers are at 90 degrees, pointing straight up under the bottom of the chin. 
3. Apply an even and constant pressure on all 10 fingers and the palms as well as against the sternum (the breastbone).

Pranayama is a practice in yoga that involves controlling the breath to enhance physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. The term comes from Sanskrit, where “prana” means life force or vital energy, and “ayama” means control or extension. Through various techniques such as deep breathing, breath retention, and alternate nostril breathing, pranayama aims to regulate the flow of prana within the body. This practice can reduce stress, increase concentration, and improve overall health by balancing the mind and body.

Pranayama Kosha is the second of the five sheaths, or layers, of the human being according to yogic philosophy. It represents the energy body, encompassing the life force known as prana, which flows through the nadis and is concentrated in the chakras. Pranamaya Kosha is responsible for vitality and sustains the physical body, linking the physical and mental planes. Practices like pranayama and energy work help to balance and strengthen this sheath, promoting overall well-being and health.

Pratyahara is the fifth limb of the eight-limbed path of yoga outlined by Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras. It refers to the withdrawal of the senses from external objects and distractions to turn inward. This practice helps in gaining control over the senses and mind, reducing sensory overload, and preparing for deeper stages of meditation. By practicing pratyahara, one learns to detach from external stimuli and cultivate inner awareness, leading to greater mental clarity, focus, and spiritual growth.

The term “Prithvi Tattva” refers to the earth element in the context of yoga and Ayurveda’s five elements (Pancha Tattvas). It symbolizes stability, solidity, and groundedness, embodying the foundational qualities necessary for physical existence and material abundance. In Kundalini Yoga, Prithvi Tattva is closely linked with the root chakra (Muladhara), which governs our sense of security, stability, and connection to the physical world. Balancing and harmonizing this element is crucial for establishing a strong foundation for spiritual growth and holistic well-being.

Purusha refers to the unmanifest spirit or pure consciousness that transcends individual identity and physical form. It embodies the eternal essence beyond the fluctuations of the material world, serving as the cosmic observer distinct from manifest reality. Realizing Purusha involves recognizing oneself beyond transient thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations, and identifying with the universal consciousness that underlies all existence. This concept is central to spiritual practices aiming for self-realization and inner liberation.