Process of Chanting
This process of chanting is the best process of self-realization in this age; therefore Lord Caitanya preached it so nicely for the benefit of all humanity.
Srimad Bhagavatam 3.24.35,
Srila Prabhupada
Beginning of Devotional Service
Devotional service begins with the chanting of the Hare Krishna mantra and side by side trying to understand Krishna in truth.
Bhagavad Gita 9.20,
Srila Prabhupada.
Chanting Hare Krishna
Chanting Hare Krishna increases the ocean of transcendental bliss.
The Quest for Enlightment, Chapter 1,
Srila Prabhupada
Benefits of Chanting The Holy Name of The Lord
One who chants the holy name of the Lord is immediately freed from the reactions of unlimited sins, even if he chants indirectly [to indicate something else], jokingly, for musical entertainment, or even neglectfully. This is accepted by all the learned scholars of the scriptures.
Srimad Bhagavatam 6.2.14,
Srila Prabhupada
Hearing While Chanting
Hearing and chanting is the key to fix the mind on Krishna. When we are chanting, we need to just hear the sound vibration.
Chanting The Hare Krishna Mahamantra
Chanting the Hare Krishna mahamantra, vanquishes all the effects of sinful activities.