One of the remarkable features of the LSN is that a variety of meanings can be gleaned from each nāma depending on how we approach it. These meanings may not be evident immediately, but reveal themselves over time, with ongoing practice and bhāvanā

There are actually several variations of her name, including Brigit, Bride, and Brigh (pronounced “Bree”), but all are usually translated as “exalted one.”

Levels of Meaning in the LSN Each nāma as a stand-alone teaching. Context of the preceding and the following nāmas. Context of the whole verse. Context of the preceding and following verses. Context of the section of nāmas. Context of the whole chant.