【Meaning of Om】 Om (／AUM) is a very important sound and symbol originating from India. In a single word, its meaning is → **"The sound of everything in the universe, the beginning."** Breaking it down a little further: • It is considered the first sound when the world was born. • It represents the unification of body, mind, and soul. • It is a sound that encompasses the past, present, and future. Why it's used in yoga and meditation: • By chanting "Ooooom" • It is said to regulate breathing, • quiet the mind, • and recall the feeling of connection between oneself and the world. Meaning of the symbol (briefly): • The large curve at the bottom: waking consciousness • The horizontal curve: dreaming consciousness • The curve at the top: deep sleep • The dot: the true self, silent consciousness • The line separating the dot from the rest: illusion or delusion Therefore, Om is cherished as: "A signal to return to your true self" "A message that all is one." Color: Gold Scratches/Discoloration: None