Is there and particular chanting which you can listen and meditate
Yes. In Jain Dharma, the safest and most universal chant to listen to and meditate on is the Navkar (Namokar) Mantra. It is accepted by all Jain traditions and is ideal for daily meditation.
Navkar (Namokar) Mantra
- Text: Namo Arihantanam, Namo Siddhanam, Namo Ayariyanam, Namo Uvajjhayanam, Namo Loe Savva Sahunam; Eso Panch Namokkaro, Savva Pāvappaṇāsano; Mangalanam Cha Savvesim, Padhamam Havai Mangalam.
- Essence (arth): I bow to the five supreme beings (Arihant, Siddha, Acharya, Upadhyaya, Sadhu). This five-fold salutation destroys sins and is the foremost auspicious mantra.
- Both Shwetambar and Digambar accept this mantra (minor pronunciation styles may vary), and its spiritual intent is identical. Reference:
Other time-tested Jain chants suitable for listening meditation
- Logassa Sutra (Kayotsarga-focused, praises all 24 Tirthankaras). Widely used in Shwetambar Pratikraman; respected across traditions. Reference:
- Uvasaggaharam Stotra (devotion to Bhagwan Parshvanath; for removal of obstacles when recited with faith). Accepted in both traditions. Reference:
- Bhaktamara Stotra (devotion to Bhagwan Adinath; traditionally prominent in Digambar practice, also revered by many Shwetambars). Longer; best for deeper, focused sessions. Reference:
Simple way to meditate while listening
- Sit in a steady, comfortable posture (Samayik). Keep the spine upright and body still (Kayotsarga bhava).
- Breathe gently. As the chanting plays softly, place attention on each line’s meaning—especially the qualities of Arihant and Siddha (purity, passionlessness, omniscience, liberation).
- If thoughts wander, return to the sound of “Namo…” and the feeling of reverence.
- Recommended duration: begin with 9–15 minutes; gradually extend to 30 minutes.
- For a silent practice, you may also do Akshar-dhyan (mentally reciting each syllable of Navkar with awareness). Guidance:
Tradition notes
- Navkar Mantra: common to both Digambar and Shwetambar; universally auspicious.
- Logassa Sutra: standard in Shwetambar liturgy; Digambar equally honors praise of Tirthankaras.
- Uvasaggaharam: attributed to Acharya Bhadrabahu; used across Jain communities.
- Bhaktamara: traditionally emphasized in Digambar practice; respected widely.
For a beginner-friendly start, simply listen to Navkar Mantra daily and contemplate its meaning.