Shabd Brahma: The Transcendental Sound of the Vedas

Shabd Brahma is the sound vibration or transcendental sound of the Vedas. According to the spiritual Gurus, the word itself is the Brahma. The whole world is energized with the inspiration of the word. This word is manifested by the sound or Naad. In Hinduism, there is a sound which is the root-consciousness of the Universe. This noise is also called as “Nadabrahma”.

Every Mantra and Shabd has its importance. The word “Oum” is considered the beginning of cosmic consciousness and power. The entire space is filled with sound and when you do Shabd Brahma then you will feel a cosmic sound within you which shows you are part of the Universe.

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