<p>What is the purpose of mantra during meditation? </p> Answer and Explanation: Mantra helps to quiet the mind, focus, and establish a closer connection to your true self as well as provide an inner stillness during meditation. ''Mantra'' is a Sanskrit term meaning ''instrument of the mind.'' A mantra is a phrase that is repeated during meditation to allow the mind to focus on a single thought or idea. It can be a sound, a short meaningless phrase, or even a word or phrase with life-affirming meaning. The goal of using a mantra is to prevent the meditator from being distracted by a wandering mind.