Lesson Sample

Sound and Natural Law 23 sec. Quicktime Windows Media

The Maharishi Gandharva Veda Time Theory, samaya chakra, is the theory of applying specific qualities of certain ragas (melodies) according to specific times of day or seasons. By upholding the natural qualities of intelligence that prevail in nature at different times of day, the ragas establish a harmonious resonance between the physiology and the fundamental frequencies of intelligence in nature.

According to samaya chakra, each day is subdivided into eight 3-hour periods or praharas. Each prahara is generally associated with certain subtle qualities (see below), expressed by different corresponding ragas. Click on a time of day to select a sample melody on sitar by Pandit Debu Chaudhuri, or a sample melody on bamboo flute by Pandit Amar Nath.

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Sitar Flute Sandhi Prakash (Transition of Light) 4-7 a.m. Tenderness, Refinement of the Subtlest Feeling Level, Peace, Mental Clarity, Integration of All Levels of Life, Greater Support of Nature		Sitar Flute Morning 7-10 a.m. Joy, Compassion, Love & Devotion, Patience, Nourishment & Support of the Heart		Sitar Flute Midday 10 a.m. -1 p.m. Strength in Action, Greater Energy, Success in Activity, Knowledge & Wisdom		Sitar Flute Afternoon 1-4 p.m. Achievement, Success, Creativity, Wealth & Prosperity, Fullfillment of Desire		Sitar Flute Sandhi Prakash (Transition of Light) 4-7 p.m. Harmony, Coherent Functioning of the Nervous System, Peace, Mental Clarity, Integration of All Levels of Life, Greater Support of Nature
		Sitar Flute Late Night 1-4 a.m. Calmness Tranquillity, Inner Strength, Healthy Mind & Body		Sitar Flute Midnight 10 p.m.-1 a.m. Deep Rest & Relaxation, Better Sleep, Purification, Renewal & Rejuvenation		Sitar Flute Evening 7-10 p.m. Celebration, Expansion, Serenity, Settling Down in Preparation for Sleep