In this meditation, I invite you to pray and meditate with one of the oldest words in the Christian contemplative tradition: Maranatha.
This ancient phrase, often translated as \"Come, Lord\", has been used for centuries as a simple prayer of the heart. Rather than analysing the meaning, we allow the word to accompany the breath and gently gather the attention.
As we settle into breath awareness, the phrase is repeated slowly within the rhythm of breathing. We divide the word into its four syllables, ma, ra, na, tha, allowing each part to rest softly within the breath.
Over time the mind becomes quieter and the breath naturally deepens. The word becomes a steady anchor, helping us return again and again to stillness.
This daily guided meditation offers a moment of calm, whether you are pausing during the day or winding down before sleep, helping you rest in the breath and return to the present moment.
Chapters
00:00 – Introduction
00:20 – Meditating with a word
00:30 – The ancient phrase Maranatha
00:45 – Meaning of the word
01:10 – The bell
02:50 – Breath awareness
03:20 – Breathing in, breathing out
05:00 – Dividing the word into syllables
08:20 – Noticing the breath change
09:20 – Closing bell