On 3/25/2014 7:02 AM, [email protected] wrote:
Their fundamental claim is that a mantra is the name of a Hindu god.
The claim is that a mantra, by definition, encapsulates a method for
worshiping a Hindu god but that this fact is withheld from practitioners.
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In fact, Bill, no informants have posted a definition of "mantra". Until
they do so, we don't even know if they understand what it is they are
attempting to debate. What is "mantra"? What is the difference between a
mantra and a "bija" mantra?
Definition of mantra:
"A mantra is a quasi-morpheme or a series of quasi-morphemes, or a
series of mixed genuine and quasi-morphemes, arranged in conventional
patterns, based on codified esoteric traditions, and passed on from one
preceptor to one disciple in the course of a prescribed initiation ritual."
Note: Keep in mind that a strict definition allows no exceptions, and
does not include purpose.
