Deepening Our Relationship to Practice

Known for its healing power and vision of fearlessness, the Mahāmṛtyuñjaya mantra serves as a profound tool for inner freedom.

We will journey back to the Ṛgveda to discover this powerful hymn to Rudra—the “stormy” aspect of Shiva—in his most benevolent form: Tryambaka. As the Three-Eyed One, he nourishes, protects, and guides us toward the discovery of that which is immortal within us all. Giving us insight into freedom.

This mantra invites us to reflect on both the blessings and challenges of our life, teaching us to see both as integral to the path. It offers the mind a place of refuge as we navigate the inevitable ebbs and flows of life.

What we will explore together:

• A Word-by-Word Study: We will learn the proper pronunciation of each word, focusing on the rules of Vedic phonetics (śikṣā).

• In-Depth Meaning: We’ll unpack the profound meaning behind the mantra and explore Shiva in the powerful forms of Rudra and Tryambaka

• Living Your Dharma: We will reflect on the Vedic value of a meaningful life and how prayer acts as a free-will instrument for working through karma.

• Physical Practice: We will practice asana and Kriyas to prepare the body & mind for deeper practices

“While understanding enriches our connection to the mantra, true transformation ultimately arises from the sound itself — through sincere and consistent practice” Shantala Ramaiah

While intellectual understanding enriches our connection to what we study, the real gift of these teachings is found in the sound itself. It is through dedicated practice that the power of the mantra naturally unfolds within us, blessings us with its many gifts.

We anchoring our study in practice, recognizing that consistent, sincere effort is what leads to liberation from suffering.

Join us in the heart of the Hudson Valley to quiet the external noise and find refuge in the power of sacred sound.