Kundalini Yoga Certification Mantra & Sound Current 3

Question 1

What is the role of the 'Shabad' in Kundalini Yoga practice?

Accepted Answer

Sacred sound or word vibration that cuts through ego and elevates consciousness

Answer

Shabad refers to sacred sound or divine word whose vibrational pattern cuts through the ego mind and elevates the practitioner toward higher states of awareness.

Question 2

When practicing mantra japa (repetition), what is the recommended number of repetitions for a 'mala' using traditional prayer beads?

Accepted Answer

108

Answer

A traditional mala consists of 108 beads, and one complete round of japa involves chanting the mantra 108 times.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes 'Gurprasad' as referenced in the Mul Mantra?

Accepted Answer

The gift or grace of the Guru

Answer

Gurprasad means 'by Guru's grace' or the gift of the Guru, referring to the divine grace through which liberation is attained.

Question 4

In Kundalini Yoga, what happens physiologically when mantras are chanted against the upper palate?

Accepted Answer

It activates meridian points on the palate that stimulate the hypothalamus and pituitary gland

Answer

The tongue striking specific meridian points on the upper palate during chanting sends signals that stimulate the hypothalamus and pituitary gland, affecting hormonal and neurological function.

Question 5

What is 'Laya Yoga' and how does it relate to mantra in Kundalini practice?

Accepted Answer

The yoga of absorption and dissolution through rhythmic mantra and breath

Answer

Laya Yoga is the practice of merging individual consciousness into the universal through rhythmic repetition of mantra synchronized with breath and rhythm until the self dissolves.

Kundalini Yoga Certification Practice Test

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