Bija Mantra for Throat Chakra: HAM
Bija Mantras are seed syllable mantras for the chakras. They are effective at energizing the kundalini, balancing the subtle energy in chakras, tonifying organs and endocrine glands, and enhancing positive emotions.
In this recording, I chant the Bija mantra for the throat chakra: HAM. It is pronounced "HUM" with emphasis on the "H" and "M" to generate the appropriate sound wave pattern.
This bija enhances the the sense of power in one's center of expression. Its associated element is ether. Associated color is blue. Associated symbol is an indigo oval. Visualizing these intentions, elements colors and symbols help to direct the energy of the sound.
There are two ways to chant bija mantras, at a slower, yin, pace. Or, a faster, yang, pace. A yin pace would have one recitation per outbreath. A yang pace would have multiple recitations per outbreath.
Yin style chanting with accompaniment
In this recording, I am chanting with a monochord. The monochord is tuned to C and I am chanting one 5th above that (G).
Yin style chanting with voice only
In this recording I am chanting without instrument accompaniment so you might better hear the quality of the mantra and try chanting yourself!