Chant and Be Happy: The Power of Mantra Meditation offers a lucid and compelling introduction to the transformative practice of mantra meditation, especially through the chanting of the Maha-Mantra

“Hare Kṛṣṇa, Hare Kṛṣṇa, Kṛṣṇa Kṛṣṇa, Hare Hare

Hare Rāma, Hare Rāma, Rāma Rāma, Hare Hare.”

Rooted in the teachings of His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda, Founder-Ācārya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), the book guides modern readers toward the innate bliss and self-awareness that lie beyond mere bodily or mental identity.

Highlights include:

• A clear explanation of why people pursue progress and yet often feel unhappy—and how the Maha-Mantra offers a gateway to limitless, transcendental joy.

• The historical and cultural context of mantra-chanting, including how Prabhupāda brought the Hare Kṛṣṇa movement to the West and how it influenced global popular culture.

• Practical guidance on chanting: the nature of the mantra, how to practise it, and the benefits it yields—such as increased spiritual awareness, purification of the heart, and deeper connection with the Supreme.

Whether you are a newcomer to spiritual practice or a seasoned devotee, this volume serves as both an accessible primer and a profound reminder: real happiness lies in remembering one’s eternal divine identity and engaging in loving service of the Lord.