Mantra is a Sanskrit word consisting of the root man manas or mind and the suffix tra meaning tool hence a literal translation would be mind tool. Mantras interpreted to be effective as sound (vibration) to the effect that great emphasis is put on correct pronunciation (resulting in an early development of a science phonetics in India). They are intended to deliver the mind from illusion and material inclinations. Chanting is the process of repeating a mantra. Ananta Koti Brahmand Nayak Rajadhiraj Yogiraj Parabrahma Sri Sachidananda Sadguru Sainath Maharaj Ki Jai Meaning: Victory be to our sadguru sai maharaj who is pure consciousness knowledge and Bliss.