Howard Beckman: Mantras, Yantras and Fabulous Gems: The Healing Secrets of The Ancient Vedas

Mantra, yantra and gems are used in Vedic astrology (Jyotish) as remedial measures to balance or harmonize negative planetary influences in life. As forms of vibrational healing, mantras, yantras and gems are also prescribed by Vedic astrologers after analyzing a horoscope chart.

In Mantras, Yantras and Fabulous Gems: The Healing Secrets of The Ancient Vedas, the author presents some bona fide information on the science of vibrational healing through sacred Vedic Mantras (words of power), Yantras (geometrical representations) and the use of natural gemstones.

Contents: Introduction. 1. Sound vibration. 2. In perfect coexistence, the Harmony and Rhythm of life. 3. Poetry and music. 4. Mantra, sacred sound vibration. 5. Puja, Yoga, and the path of enlightenment. 6. The Chakras. 7. Yantras. 8. Gemstone therapy. 9. Planetary section. 10. Conclusion. 11. Sanskrit pronunciation guide. Bibliography. Index.

"This study is a milestone in the discipline and a worthy addition to the little material, available on the subject, in English language." (jacket)

Hardcover. ISBN 0952517256