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Would you like to feel more peaceful, energised and connected?
Come & join our chanting circle & meet other like-minded beings.
All welcome - regardless of faith or experience.
Chanting circle is a wonderful opportunity to come together and enjoy the power of mantra, chanting & singing.
Together we chant - for peace & love, for ourselves, each other & the world.
Mantra chanting is a beautiful ancient practice that has existed as far back as 1700 - 1200 BCE.
Mantra contains the root - man, meaning "to think" and the suffix "tra", which signals instrumentality or in tantric texts "to save". Making mantras salvific.
Mantras have their origin from the primordial sound "AUM", which is the sound of creation.
Neuroscientists, equipped with advanced brain-imaging tools, are confirming some of the health benefits of this ancient practice, such as its ability to help clear your mind and calm your nervous system.
Other benefits include:
◦ Increased self-awareness
◦ Reduced stress & anxiety
◦ A greater sense of calm
◦ Increased compassion
◦ A more positive outlook
◦ Better cognitive functions
◦ Overcome emotional difficulties
◦ Promotes a feeling of connection
What to expect: Although each session will vary we will practice one or two mantras mainly in the Sanskrit language, practiced in the call and response style. We will explore the translation of the chant and its benefits. If there's time, we may close the session with a medicine song. We are hosting these events on a monthly basis - please click on 'Book A Spot' to see further dates.
What to bring: Water, shamanic drum or any other percussion instruments (e.g, shaker, tambourine, drum etc), notepad (optional), cushions will be provided at the venue but feel free to bring any other comforts you may like.
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About the venue: Jamyang Buddhist Centre, Clyde Works, Ingram Rd, Leeds LS11 9RQ. Please come into the main hall when you arrive. There are street parking around and directly outside the centre.
Ticket price: Recommended donation £5 - £10
Please note: Doors will open at 09:50am. The event will begin promptly at 10am, please arrive 10mins before to limit distractions for others. We are hosting these events on a monthly basis - please click on 'Book A Spot' to see further dates.
This is your invitation to join us in positive change through mantra, chanting & singing.
It would be really helpful to know if you will be joining us, so please book a spot so I know how many people are attending.
You will not be charged but you are welcome to donate in person, after the session is done.
If you have any questions at all please reach out 🙂
Love, Kim & Dean