OM is the supreme and most sacred syllable representing the spoken essence of the universe. The three sounds of OM represent Brahma (creation), Vishanu (preservation), Siva (destruction) and also signify waking, dreams and deep sleep, along with the following silence, which is fulfillment. The scriptures tell us that OM is the planet’s primordial vibration from which the entire universe has arisen. All other sounds are contained within it. OM is thus the mother of all languages. Repetition of OM enables us to maintain mental and emotional calmness, overcome obstacles and achieve spiritual realization.