"In August 2008 my father was dying and I could not physically get to his side. I had remembered that Deva told us that the Om Asatoma mantra is traditionally played at times of transition, especially the passing of life.
"So, I went to a quiet room in my home, turned on Deva's version of this mantra and called up my father's image. I held him, I talked to him, I stroked his head and kissed him, encouraging him to allow himself to find rest and peace. I did this for nearly 15 minutes, with the Mantra playing.
"Then, suddenly, I knew I was finished, that it was complete. I stood up, went to find my husband and at that moment, the phone rang. It was my brother calling to tell me that my father had just died. I knew it of course, because I was there.
"This was the first time I had felt such a powerful connection through mantra. I am grateful for it. Thank you for bringing mantra to us in such an accessible and beautiful fashion."
Edtitor's Note: Deva Premal's recording of Om Asatoma can be found on her first album, The Essence.







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