Buddhism Quote by Frederick Lenz
“How do you end a meditation session? It's nice to chant a mantra again. Maybe repeat it a few times. It seals the meditation. Do your best and then just give it to eternity.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Way of the Mystic, Frederick Lenz, 1995
Ending meditation with a repeated mantra creates closure and integrates the practice into daily awareness.
In simple terms: Repeat a mantra to finish meditation and feel grounded.
Key Takeaway
Seal the session with a short mantra repeat.
Themes
mindfulness
ritual
closure
Mood
calm
reflective
Type
instructional
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- guided sessions
- stress relief
Key Concepts
chanting
integration
spiritual practice
Questions to Reflect On
- How does a mantra affect your post‑meditation state?
- What alternative closures work for you?
A Different Perspective
Some may find chanting repetitive or distracting.
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