Chant

As an ecstatic experience, a way of life or a mode of prayer, chant connects believers to the power of the divine.

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Chanting 101
Robert Gass explains how chant focuses us on the Divine.

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The Sounds of Insight
What's all the chanting about? Lama Surya Das explains how sacred sound is a surefire path to spiritual insight.

The Wisdom of Chanting
A Korean Zen master on "becoming" your voice.

Review: Many Mantras, One Purpose
'Mantra Mix,' a compilation album to benefit Tibetan refugees, offers more than just music.

Review: The 'One Sound' of Music
A CD of traditional Buddhist chant and instrumentals celebrates 2,500 years of musical meditation.

Review: Plum Village Chanting & Recitation Book
Compiled by Thich Nhat Hanh

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Singing the Psalms
Columnist Cynthia Bourgeault offers insight and instructions on singing the psalms.

Praying Twice
The prioress of a Benedictine abbey talks about how chanting affects the spiritual and physical health of the community.

Christmas Chant
A selection of Gregorian and Byzantine chants for the Feast of the Nativity.

Review: Chant Made Simple
A primer on Gregorian Chant.

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Gayatri Mania
The ancient mantra has become hugely popular due to latest recordings.

Take a Chant on Me
Or, how siddha-yoga chanting enhances my Jewishness.

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