Buddhist Mantras Explained | Bhikshuni Thubten Chodron

Reciting a mantra isn’t just about saying the words. In this video, Bhikshuni Thubten Chodron breaks down how mantras connect us to the Buddha’s realized state and help us redirect our constant mental chatter toward something truly meaningful. 00:00 Introduction to Mantras 01:22 Skillfullness of Reciting Mantras 02:48 Mantra as a Tool for Spiritual Focus ___________________ Explore Buddhism at: https://www.studybuddhism.com The Study Buddhism channel features interviews with the world's leading Buddhist masters, practitioners and scholars. We discuss classical Buddhist topics such as karma, rebirth and enlightenment, and also look at Buddhism in the modern world, as well as its compatibility with science and psychology. Like Study Buddhism on Facebook:   / studybuddhism   Listen to guided meditations at:   / studybuddhism   Subscribe to our YouTube channel:    / studybuddhism