Chanting Om: AUM Explained for Kids
- myNachiketa
- Jul 29
- 3 min read
Have you heard the sound “Om” before? Maybe at home during prayers, in yoga class, or watching cartoons about gods? It’s not just any sound — it’s a powerful sound that’s been around for a very long time!
Today, let’s find out what Om means, where it comes from, and why it makes us feel peaceful and happy inside.
When we chant Om, we are connecting with the universe. It is often described as the sound of creation or the sound of the universe. It’s like the gentle hum that started everything — stars, planets, nature, and even us! Just imagine, everything around us, the trees, the sky, and even you and me, are all part of this big universal family. Wouldn't it be fun to sing along with all of creation?
myNachiketa presents Chanting Om: Aum Explained for Kids.
The Origin of Om
The sound Om comes from ancient Indian scriptures known as the Upanishads. The Chandogya Upanishad, in particular, teaches us that Om represents the essence of the universe. It is a sacred sound through which everything exists. It says that just like a tiny seed can grow into a big tree, Om is the tiny sound from which everything in the world began.
Through time, chanting Om has become a way for many to meditate and find peace. Imagine when you hear your favourite song on the radio, it makes you feel happy and light! Similarly, chanting Om can create joy and calmness in your heart!
What Does Om Mean?
When we break down the sound Om, we find that it consists of three sounds: A, U, and M.
Each part has its own special meaning:
A stands for our waking state (like when you’re playing or studying).
U represents our dreaming state (think about when you fall asleep and dream big).
M signifies the state of deep sleep (when you rest and recharge your energy, when your mind is in complete rest mode).
So, when we chant Om, we connect all three states of consciousness, our mind, body, and soul — all at once!
It brings together our thoughts, feelings, and peaceful energy.
Benefits of Chanting Om for Kids
Chanting Om has many benefits:
Calmness: It helps to relax your mind, just like taking a deep breath before a big test.
Focus: Whenever you feel confused and separated during your studies, a few chants of Om can sharpen your mind and bring back your focus.
Confidence: It can help build your self-respect, much like feeling proud after turning a losing game into a win!
Emotional balance: If you feel upset after saying bye to your friend or not scoring well in a test paper, chanting Om can help you feel better.
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Here’s a beautiful Sanskrit shloka from Mandukya Upanishad:
ॐ इत्येतदक्षरं इदं सर्वम्।
तस्योपव्याख्यानं भूतं भवद्भविष्यदिति सर्वम् ओङ्कार एव॥
Om ity etad aksharam idam sarvam
Tasya upavyakhyanam bhootam bhavat bhavishyat iti sarvam omkara eva
This means that Om – this syllable is everything. Everything that has happened in the past, everything happening now, and everything that will happen in the future — all of it is inside this one sound: Om!
Chanting Om in Daily Life
Here are some simple ways you can include chanting Om into your daily life:
Morning: Try chanting Om for just a minute after you wake up to start your day fresh and positive.
Study Break: When your mind feels tired while studying, take a few minutes to chant Om to refocus and recharge.
To feel happy and positive always: If you ever feel upset, sit quietly and chant Om; it works wonders!
Dear Children, chanting Om not only connects us with the universe, but it also shows us how to find peace within ourselves. Remember, every time you chant, you are finding your inner light and happiness. Let’s make Om a part of our everyday adventures!
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