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Kirtan

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Kirtan is participatory chanting which is a major

part of Indian religious traditions.

This is usually accompanied by different traditional musical instruments.

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It is now included in devotional yoga. This ancient practice has now adapted to the changes in

the society. Played as background for Kirtan are modern instruments that a lot of people can relate to easier.

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LoveThis kind of chanting is centered in love. Upon practice, people will see themselves in a whole new different light. They will be able to love what they see. This method of loving one’s self will help them learn how to love other people.

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God is said to be an endless truth and presence.

This type of activity is mostly associated with Hinduism and was first introduced in India.

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Get TogetherSome practitioners get together in a specific place wherein they can help each other have their own journey to meet and experience God through Kirtan.

After the journey, they will be a new person, ready to share what they experienced in order to help people experience and feel the same emotions.

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PractitionersKirtan can be learned by anybody. There is no prior experience required for those who would like to participate in chanting and even in the process of meeting God.

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The process takes about a couple of hours of

chanting in evenings while afternoon Kirtans take about three to four hours. Retreats usually last for a week.

Kirtan may be learned by people of all nationality, age, and gender. Although this is mostly associated with Hinduism, it is open for all.

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The DifferenceAlthough some people compare Kirtan to

meditation, what sets it apart is the elimination of the need to be quiet and focus on nothingness which intimidates a lot of people. There is no expertise required to practice Kirtan.

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The only thing that will guide practitioners into stillness and into another dimension of their

awareness is the music.

This makes the process effortless.

All it takes is the stillness of mind and letting it float to the direction of the music.

The practitioner will never feel too pressured that they have to check whether or

not they are doing it right.

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Mantra

Practitioners will be taught on how to use proper mantras.

These mantras will help them clear their mind of fears, pressures, and doubts in their daily lives.

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This will also help in the improvement of the person’s relationships with other people as they become more cheerful.

The benefits of having deeper awareness of one’s self is endless.

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