Hour 39 Meditation – The Cosmic Sound of Omkar Meditation

Overview: The Silent Sound

What is the universe’s sound?

Vibration existed before matter and light. According to ancient seers, that primordial vibration was OM. The noiseless sound. Anahata Nada, the unstruck resonance.

Omkar Meditation is the art of tuning into this primordial frequency, the eternal hum that underlies all creation. It is more than just a mantra; it is the source of all mantras and the lifeblood of the universe.

“The self is the arrow, Brahman is the target, and OM is the bow.”

— Upanishad Mundaka

What is Om (AUM)?

Three syllables make up the seed sound (bīja mantra) OM, which is also written as AUM:

Pronunciation of Sounds

Symbols

Sound	Pronunciation	Symbolism
A	“Ahh”	The waking state (Jagrat)
U	“Ooo”	The dream state (Swapna)
M	“Mmm”	The deep sleep state (Sushupti)
Silence	—	The absolute, Turiya — pure consciousness

Together, these four elements represent the entire spectrum of human consciousness.

Omkar’s Philosophy: AUM as Creation

Element	Associated Energy	Cosmic Principle
A	Brahma	Creation
U	Vishnu	Sustenance
M	Shiva	Dissolution
Silence	The Absolute	Beyond all

OM is not a religion. In the depths of meditation, it is directly experienced. It brings the body, mind, and spirit into harmony with the cosmic order when it is chanted or meditated upon (Rita).

Omkar Meditation: What Is It?

The internalization and contemplation of OM constitute Omkar Meditation. It entails:

• Chanting OM either silently or loudly
• Paying close attention to its vibration
• fading into the quiet that comes after the sound

It is a voyage from form to formlessness, from sound to silence.

Techniques for Omkar Meditation

1. Meditation with chanting

• Take a seat comfortably in a meditative position in a peaceful area.
• To relax, take a few deep breaths.
• Start by deeply and slowly chanting OM:
  • The navel resonates with “A.”
  • “U” rises to the chest.
  • The letter “M” vibrates in the brain.
  • Silence at the end.
• Every cell in your body is vibrating.
• For 15 to 20 minutes, repeat.

2. Nada Yoga, or Silent Listening

• Listen to the internal or recorded sound of OM.
• Take note of the silence that follows each repetition.
• The true objective—the entryway to Turiya—is this silence.

3. OM’s Mantra Japa

• Silently repeat OM in time with the breath:
  • Inhale: get the chant ready in your mind.
  • Say “OM” in your head as you exhale.
• Allow the sound to come from within, felt rather than forced.

4. Visualization of OM

• As you chant or listen to OM, picture:
  • A bright light at the heart or third eye
  • The blooming cosmic lotus
  • A vast, silent sky

The Science of OM

What yogis have always known is starting to be validated by modern science:

Area	Observation
Neuroscience	Chanting OM deactivates the limbic system (stress center) and activates the parasympathetic nervous system.
EEG Studies	OM meditation shows increased alpha and theta waves, which are associated with relaxation and deep meditation.
Vibration	The hum of OM resonates through the vagus nerve, promoting healing and calmness.

Omkar Meditation’s Advantages:

Physical Benefits	Mental/Emotional Benefits	Spiritual Benefits
Reduces stress and anxiety	Sharpens focus and clarity	Connects to the Absolute (Brahman)
Balances blood pressure	Harmonizes emotions	Awakens subtle spiritual vibrations
Strengthens vocal cords	Induces mental stillness	Dissolves ego in universal presence
Improves breathing rhythm	Releases suppressed tension	Leads to transcendental states

OM in the Scriptures and Traditions

Scripture/Tradition	Reference and Significance
Mandukya Upanishad	The entire book on OM and the four states of consciousness
Bhagavad Gita	Krishna says, “Among words, I am OM.”
Patanjali Yoga Sutras	OM is the symbol of Ishwara (God-consciousness)
Shiva Agamas	OM is the source of Shakti and Shiva’s union
Osho’s Vision	OM is not just sound, but existence’s signature—the music of the beyond

“OM is the music that never started and will never stop.” Osho

OM’s Vibrational Journey 

Chakra	Effect of OM Chant
Muladhara (Root)	Grounding, security
Swadhisthana (Sacral)	Emotional balance
Manipura (Navel)	Power, self-confidence
Anahata (Heart)	Compassion, love
Vishuddha (Throat)	Communication, clarity
Ajna (Third Eye)	Intuition, wisdom
Sahasrara (Crown)	Divine connection

These centers are gently energized and energy blocks are cleared with each chanting session.

OM and the Breath 🕉

You can combine OM with prana’s organic flow. This works particularly well in:

• Pranayama: Chant OM after rounds of Nadi Shodhana
• Kundalini Practice: Use OM to stabilize energy after rising
• Yoga Nidra: End with internal OM to anchor awareness

OM in Everyday Life

It is also possible to incorporate Omkar meditation into everyday situations:

Moment	Practice
Morning wake-up	Chant OM before rising from bed
While walking	Inhale-OM-exhale rhythm
Before meals	Mentally say OM to sanctify food
During stress	Pause and chant OM 3 times softly
Before sleep	Internal repetition of OM

Introspective Questions to Promote Inner Growth

1. Can I feel the OM vibration in my head, spine, or chest?
2. Do I give in to the silence that follows each OM chant, or do I give in to it?
3. Should I recite OM as a ceremonial practice or as a genuine gateway to the Absolute?
4. How has my emotional equilibrium changed as a result of regularly chanting OM?
5. Even in the silence outside, am I starting to hear the inner sound (Nada)?

Concluding Thought: Melting into the Universe’s Hum

OM isn’t a word. There isn’t even a sound. It’s a portal.

A doorway that opens each time you chant, opening inward rather than outward.

Breathing slows, the mind becomes still, and the seeker vanishes as you recite OM.

It has been replaced by nothing but presence, being, and the incessant hum of the universe vibrating in you, as you, and through you.

Think of the Supreme Self as the target, the soul as the arrow, and OM as the bow. Pull the arrow back and launch it directly into the center of truth.

— Upanishad Mundaka