I was drawn to closely examine each auspicious element of the
Shiva Panchakshara Yantra. First, I noticed the beauty and intricacy of the whole
yantra. Then, beginning at the center, I tenderly repeated each syllable of the five-syllable mantra,
Om Namah Shivaya. Next, I concentrated on the outer rim and repeated each occurrence of the mantra as I moved my focus clockwise with great reverence and attention to the formation of the Sanskrit characters.
Then I felt as if a key in a doorway turned: I sensed a vibration resonating in my heart and great love within. As I prepared to meditate, I bowed to my
puja and offered thanks for this visual image of Lord Shiva’s mantra and for the abundant grace and guidance showered upon me each day.
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