Concept of meditation

The word “meditation” is used to describe a number of different uses of the mind, from contemplation and concentration to devotion and chanting. It may probably be derived from the same root as the Latin word “mederi “meaning “to heat “. Meditation can certainly be looked on as a healing process, emotionally, mentally and physically too.
The meditative state is the highest state of existence. It is indispensable for the spiritual life as breathing for the physical. Devoid of meditation, one is like a blind man in a world of light, colour and loveliness.
Meditation is referred as:
• A training of consciousness and the exercise for awareness
• A mental process in which thinking and intuitive perceptions takes place
• A process of re- discovering, enjoying, and using the positive qualities already latent within us
• A method of self realization
• A systematic method of recollection, contemplation and concentration
• A systematic practice of mastering one ‘s own mind
• A practice tat awakens the latent faculties of mind
• A practice that will directs the mind towards a positive direction.
• A practice that enables one to go beyond the five senses and to experience clairvoyance and clairaudience