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TM: SAVE $1000

by Don Krieger, former Executive Governor & TM Teacher

The TM technique is simple mental repetition of a "mantra" or word. The TM movement claims that only specific "words" can be used. They claim that the selection of words is based upon a secret formula. Court documents have shed some light on this "secret" process. It is nothing other than a set of words given out by age, and/or age and sex, depending on the teacher training course the TM teacher attended. Here are the mantras from a 1978 course.

Age    Mantra    Age    Mantra    Age    Mantra     Age    Mantra   
10-12 'ENG       18-20 'AENG      26-30 `SHIRING    45-50 ~KIRING
12-14 'EM        20-22 'AEM       30-35 `SHIRIM     50-55 ~KIRIM
14-16 'ENGA      22-24 'AENGA     35-40 ^HIRING     55-60 "SHYAM
16-18 'EMA       24-26 'AEMA      40-45 ^HIRIM      60 +  "SHYAMA

Notes: "Age" is that of the initiate at the time of learning the technique. The symbol preceding each mantra indicates the meaning: '=Saraswati, devi of learning, music, speech; `=Lakshmi, devi of wealth; ^=Bhuvanesvari; ~=Devi Kalika; "=Shiva.

The Maharishi himself, in a quote from the Beacon Light of the Himalayas, admits that the mantras he dispenses invoke householder gods: "For our practice, we select only the suitable mantras of personal Gods. Such mantras fetch to us the grace of personal Gods and make us happier in every walk of life." (Beacon Light of the Himalayas, Maharishi [Bala Brahmachari] Mahesh Yogi [Maharaj], 1955, p. 65.)

Is TM a religion? MALNAK v. YOGI, APPEAL FROM THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE DISTRICT OF NEW JERSEY, (D.C. Civil Action No. 76-0341) -- found that the TM technique, Science of Creative Intelligence, and the TM puja are religious and are to be excluded from being taught in New Jersey public schools. "The teaching of SCI/TM and the Puja are religious in nature, no other inference is permissible or reasonable...." This decision was subsequently upheld: MALNAK v. YOGI, Nos. 78-1568, 78-1882, UNITED STATES COURT OF APPEALS, THIRD CIRCUIT, 592 F.2d 197, December 11, 1978, Argued, February 2, 1979, Decided. "We agree with the district court's finding that the SCI/TM course was religious in nature. Careful examination of the textbook, the expert testimony elicited, and the uncontested facts concerning the puja convince us that religious activity was involved...."

Is TM harmless? Numerous negative psychological side effects have been reported in peer-reviewed scientific journals including partially impaired mental faculties, loss of self-determination and motivation, derealization and depersonalization, "ego-alien" and epileptic-like experiences, aggravation of preexisting mental illness, and the onset of mental illness.

Below are some suggested questions to ask the lecturer. Don't accept vague generalities, attempts to change the subject, or evasive remarks. And don't be in a rush. A TM teacher will know the answers to all these questions. If he/ she doesn't know the answers, ask that they get them and you will call for them:

  • How long have you been involved? Are you enlightened? Why not?
  • Is TM a religion?
  • Is TM harmless, i.e. without negative side effects? Have you ever felt spaced out, had strong emotions, had physical movements, or had headaches as a result of TM?
  • Is TM a life style? What were you doing before you started TM? What do you do now?
  • What are the names of the other organizations that are affiliated with TM?
  • Is TM considered to be controversial by anyone? If people are critical of TM, what are their main objections?
  • What are Maharishi's background and qualifications? What don't you like about him or the group?
Want more Information? Meditation Information Network - http://minet.org/, TranceNet - http://www.trancenet.net.

Below is a translation of the ceremony of thanksgiving in which you will participate when you start TM. You will be required to bring fruit, flowers, and a new white handkerchief to be used in the ceremony. You will be required to remove your shoes before entering the initiatio