Mantra meditation is used to protect practitioners from a constant onslaught of unhealthy and repetitive thoughts. But is there any science behind their effectiveness? In this film we explore why ...

The different Buddhist traditions all have their own mantras. One of the most well-known mantras is om mani padme hum, which is associated with Tibetan Buddhism. This mantra expresses hope of ...

As well as speaking mantras, Buddhists give offerings and bow to show their dedication to the Buddha. Bowing three times shows respect to the Three Refuges.