In the saint tradition of India, the voice of saints and mahatmas has been guiding the society for centuries. One of these saints is a prominent name of Premanand Ji Maharaj, whose simple language, easy interpretation and intensive spiritual knowledge is affecting millions of devotees today. Recently, during a satsang, when a devotee asked him, “Can the name be chanting sitting on the bed?”, Maharaj ji gave a very comfortable but deep answer to it.
Name chanting vs guru mantra
Premanand Maharaj explained that there is a deep difference between chanting the name and Guru Mantra.
Chanting Name: The name of God is so sacred that he can be sent to any situation and any place. Whether you are sitting on bed, traveling, working, or even in the toilet, there is no restriction on chanting the name of God. According to Maharaj Ji, the name of God is pure everywhere.
Guru Mantra: In contrast, purity and discipline is necessary for chanting Guru Mantra. The bed on which household life is used, should not chant the Guru Mantra. Similarly, the pronunciation of Guru Mantra is forbidden in unholy places, such as toilets, etc. Guru Mantra should always be done at a clean and holy place.
The simplicity and importance of chanting name
From the answer of Premanand Maharaj, it is clear that chanting the name of God is very simple practice. This does not require a particular posture, method or location. Devotees can chant the name under any circumstances and join God. Maharaj Ji also said that the greatest power of chanting is inherent in devotion and reverence. If the mind has true love for God, then the name of chanting the name will definitely be received, no matter what and in any situation.
Discipline of guru mantra
Premanand Maharaj gave a clear message to the devotees about the Guru Mantra that this is a very sacred practice. It should not be done under unholy places or inappropriate circumstances. The chanting of Guru Mantra is completely fruitful only when it is done with a clean mind, pure environment and concentrated. This message of Premanand Maharaj teaches us that there is no bond in chanting the name of God – it is possible in every situation and every place. At the same time, it is necessary to chant Guru Mantra with discipline and purity. In this way, his teaching makes spiritual practice simple and comfortable even in modern lifestyle.
