NOT A CHRISTIAN SONG
The supreme mantra from the ancient Indian Vedic literature contains sixteen words: “Hare Krsna, Hare Krsna, Krsna, Krsna, Krsna, Hare, Hare, Hare Ram, Hare Rama, Rama, Hare.” Again, from their writings, these words are “especially meant for counteracting the ill effects of the present age of quarrel and anxiety.” The name “Krsna” means “The all-attractive one,” the name “Rama” means “The all- pleasing one,” and the name “Hare” is an address to the Krsna’s “devotional energy.” Therefore, the words of the Mantra mean, “Oh all-attractive, all-pleasing Lord, Oh energy of the Lord, please engage me in your devotional service.” Devotees recite this prayer thousands of times a day. To help them keep track of the number of times they have prayed, Krishnas carry rosary beads. The prayers take about two hours to complete each day. In addition, the Krishnas teach the necessity of joining in “congregational chanting,” which is held regularly at their temple at 4:30 a.m., 8:30 a.m., and…
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