Chanting

Chanting, an act that is not really important in the practice of Buddhism, said Sayadaw U Sumana in tonight Wesak talk.

Chanting cannot let a Buddhist attains Nibbana, only by bhavana can one achieved the highest goal in the Buddha

However, if one chants and practiced what is being chanted, then there are some benefits from this action of chanting.

Chanting at the right time and place is important. Doing the chanting correctly can become a form of Samatha meditation. This can lead to higher goal.

In certain cases, chanting in proper manner can enable one to gain the protection of the Deva. This is shown in the story of Nandamata who had practised chanting and gain the protection from a Deva from Catumaharajika Heaven. The Deva is impressed with the chanting of this disciple of the Buddha that praise the virtues of the Buddha

Lastly, Sayadaw advises the members to practice chanting with understanding for the benefits of chanting.

Sadhu, Sadhu, Sadhu