Re: An interesting thought relating to AUM?
Namaste JaiMaaDurga,
I don't see the harm in learning and acquainting yourself more about the history and origin of other languages. If there are similarities between these and the mechanics of sound as explained in the scriptures, I wouldn't be surprised. Sanskrit's portrayal of Om is not accidental. One might argue that it is a universal language, because of the intensely analytical and inclusive nature of its phonology.
I must admit that I haven't much knowledge about Mongolian throat singing, or any other kind of throat-singing or yodelling. Mongolian throat singing apparently derives itself from the people's beliefs in pastoral animism. These people perhaps understood also the significance of sound waves in the expression of the Manifest. The sacred syllable Om is Pranava, believed to be derived from the verbal pra-nu ("to make a humming or droning sound"). It might be useful to read through the Chandogya Upanishad, which goes into detail about the nature of Om.
It is intriguing, I agree. I certainly wouldn't discourage you from trying to find out more behind these ancient traditions.
Om namah Shivaya
"Watch your thoughts, they become words.
Watch your words, they become actions.
Watch your actions, they become habits.
Watch your habits, they become your character.
Watch your character, it becomes your destiny."
ॐ गं गणपतये नमः
Om Gam Ganapataye namah
लोकाः समस्ताः सुखिनो भवन्तु ।
Lokaah SamastaaH Sukhino Bhavantu
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