The
human body is a wonderful ensemble of a large number of interacting systems -
those constituting its anatomy and conducting the physiological, biological and
molecular functions at the gross physical level and those involved in the
processing of the brain and the mind towards regulating the former and the
multiple activities of life. The harmonious functioning of these components
would be sufficient for the maintenance of routine life like that of any other
species in its natural domain.
More
important parts of this unique laboratory of life in the form of a human being
are - the mana (conscious and sub consciousness mind), buddhi (intellect),
citta (unconscious mind), ahankar (the sense of beings) and the antahkarana
(super-conscious mind and the inner self) - in the sublime realms of mind.
Those in the executive domain include - the sat Cakras, the twenty four
upatyikas, the three granthis, the ida,
pingala and Susumna nadis, the panca kosas, the kundalini and the sahastrara,
the subliminal nucleus (hidden in the inner core of the upper brain) of linkage
with the divine consciousness.
In
their quest for absolute truth, the Risis used to carry out all experiments and
investigations in this 'living laboratory', which , as they found, contained
the projection of the whole universe in itself. Rather than depending upon
others, or using external means or consuming natural resources (to develop
sophisticated devices/technologies….) and upsetting the ecological harmony,
they preferred a truly self-reliant approach to develop and perform the
spiritual experiments of the science of life on their own body and mind. They
performed upasana, Yoga, Sadhana and Tapascarya for this purpose. Their
endeavors bestowed multiple boons of - the knowledge of the self, knowledge of
the universe, realization of the absolute truth and, most importantly, the
achievement of their noble goal of creating divine ambience in this mortal
world.
The
most remarkable result of their invaluable research was the decipheration that
- the eternal energy of Sabda and Nada is the basic source of the origin and
functioning of the miraculous living laboratory existing in a human being.
The
manifestation of the power of Sabda in our vocal sound is called baikhari vani,
and that expressed via gestures and in the language of thoughts is called
Madhyama vani. The 'voice' of the deeper cores of the mind and the soul are
termed respectively as Para vani and pasyanti vani.
The
power and effectiveness of these vanis grow exponentially from baikhari to
pasyanti. The words spoken by someone would become absolute. If his baikhari
vani is empowered by the pasyanti. Spiritual endeavors of Sabda Yoga and Vaka
Siddhi include purification and training to effectuate this evolution of vani.
The japa of mantras are perfect only if uttered through such a refined voice.
As
mentioned earlier, the creation (compilation) of Mantras is based on a splendid
combination of the science of syllables and vowels emanated from the
realization of Sabda Brahm and the science of rhythmic impact of specific
patterns of phonemes and musical notes - the science of Nada Brahm. The
effectiveness of the vacika japa of mantras is proportional to the spiritual
refinement of the baikhari vani. The consistent observance of truth, austerity,
piety and selflessness in thoughts, deeds and conduct is essential for
effective success in the practices of mantra japa. A mantra recited in a
spiritually refined voice is said to be perfect like the unfailing arrow of the
Gandiva - the divine bow of Arjun.
Our
body is also like a superb musical instrument gifted by Nature. In fact, its
functional structure can be simulated with the vina and sitara. These
instruments have several wires connected with the wooden components.
Analogously, the brain, tongue, stomach etc together with the tactile skin,
vocal cord, ears and the network of interconnected nerves constitute our body's
instrument. this musical body (termed Gitra vina in the scriptures) is well
equipped with the sensors for receiving and transmitting enormous varieties of
sonic current.
The
swara (accent) of the musical notes is generated in the Gatra Vina of our body
by vibrations in the specific cakras and energy plexus described earlier. The
talented musicians produce varieties of melodious patterns and musical
compositions from the instruments like the Vina and Sitara. The experts of Yoga
Vidya too, by the dedicated sadhanas of Nada Brahm, 'play' (stimulate) the Sat
Cakras and generate vibrations in the 'fibers' (latent linkages) of the inner
body. This induces spiritual transmutation and arousal of supernatural powers
(Riddhi-Siddhi) of physical as well as transcendental dimensions.
Perfection
in listening and tuning the Nada of the living Vina of our body helps
understand and regulate the gross physical as well as subtle functions of our
life. This expertise could be attained rather easily by Nada Yoga as compared
to other ascetic and enduring Sadhana procedures of Yoga. The Sapt Deva (Seven
Gods), Sapta Risis (the seven Risis), Sapta loka (seven heavenly realms of
existence), Sapta Sagara (seven 'oceans' of life), Sapt meru (seven mountains
of divinity), Sapt Sadhanas (seven levels of spirituality) - existing in the
subtle world of our body - are said to vibrate according to the divine Sapt
Swaras (the octave of cosmic music of eternity) generated by the Nada Brahm.
A
group of distinguished scientist in Toronto (Canada) has initiated innovative
research on the 'sound' within the human body. Their sound-proof laboratory is
well equipped to perceive and make audible, the different sounds produced by
the processes of respiration, heart beating, flows of liquids and gases in the
digestive system ….., etc. The analysis of the rhythmic interplay between these
sounds and the physical state of the body has offered them significant
information. Similar research in modern branches of audition and acoustics
should also be carried out to scientifically analyze the psychological factor
with respect to the gamut sounds inside the body.
Renowned
physicist, Dr. Charles G. Van Ripher has thrown light on the subtler aspects of
the internal sounds of the human body in his book entitled - ' An Introduction
to General American Phonetics'. In his views, the mysterious levels of
consciousness could be grasped only.
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