It is also believed that the three sounds symbolize the three levels of existence – heaven (svarga), earth (mrityu) and the underworld (patala). They also symbolize three states of consciousness – dream, sleep and reality, three days and three abilities of a person – desire, knowledge and action. In the Vedas, the sound “Om” is the sound of the Sun and light. It symbolizes upward movement, approach of the soul to higher spheres.

The mantra “Om” clarifies the mind,
opens energy channels
strengthens vital energy
expands and purifies the aura.

With strong nervous excitement is a soothing mantra. Gives strength to everything it is aimed at.

“Om” strengthens all other mantras. Therefore, it is recommended to combine the pronunciation of other bija mantras with the mantra “Om”.

This mantra has a purifying effect and helps the consciousness to rise to a higher level. The mantra “Om” reflects our attention away from everything mental, emotional and physical that can distract the consciousness from the supersensible level of perception.

Concentration when reciting this mantra removes all obstacles on the spiritual path, the mind becomes calm and peaceful.

The sacred meaning of the mantra “Om” in Hinduism is difficult to overestimate. Virtually all sacred texts of the Hindu and Vedic tradition began and ended with this sound. Buddhism, following the tradition of Hinduism, borrowed the sound “om” as a mystical mantra.
This mantra received the greatest use in Vajrayana.

Chanting the mantra “Om” chases away worldly thoughts, helps to concentrate on the main thing and gives new strength to the body.
Chanting the mantra “Om” is a powerful tonic. As you repeat this mantra, you will feel yourself being filled with purity and all-pervading light.
Those who chant Om have a powerful and beautiful voice. Rhythmic pronunciations of “Om” make the mind calm and focused, influence the development of spiritual qualities that lead to self-realization.

The mantra “Om” can be used to purify objects, premises and space.
The mantra is read on the exhale, the breath should be even and measured.
It is customary to vibrate the mantra. “Aum” turns into Aaaaaa-uuuuuu-mmmmmm, the mantra is a sound vibration, and it provides an effect from just one utterance. The sounds must be pronounced aloud and in the same key.

The mantra “om” both independently and as part of other mantras and dharani, is often used in meditative practice.
Seclude yourself in a quiet place, sit down, close your eyes and try to completely relax your body and mind. Concentrate on the point between the eyebrows.

Start chanting “Om” about yourself, associating it with ideas of infinity, eternity, immortality, etc. You should chant “Om” with the feeling that you are infinite and all-pervading.

Feel the “Om”. Simply repeating Om will not give the desired result.
Feel that you are the pure, perfect, omniscient, eternal and free Absolute. Feel that you are absolute consciousness and infinite, unchanging existence.

Every part of your body should vibrate powerfully with these ideas. This feeling should last throughout the day. Practice regularly and steadily with sincerity, faith, perseverance and enthusiasm.

Traditionally, rosary beads are used when meditating on the mantra “om”, when you go over one bead with each new “om” utterance. This contributes to immersion in a meditative state.