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The significance of Sutra Recitation and Mantra Chanting

Reciting the Buddha's name verbally or mindfully?


To derive true benefit from reciting the Buddha's name, we should do it mindfully rather than just pronouncing it absent-mindedly. Our concentration will increase with practice until we achieve samadhi.

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