The second meaning is the sentimental meaning or the meaning derived from the practice of meditation. These two meanings come together resulting in ideation, the third essential characteristic. Mere repetition of the mantra with the breath will not yield the desired result. There must be proper understanding of the underlying spirit of the mantra and the mind must be absorbed in that spirit. This expansion of mind allows greater expression of love for the Supreme Being.
Meditation is the process of knowing, realizing the true Self within.
Knowing leads to loving and love inspires sacrifice for the Beloved. The mother sacrifices for the children, the wife for the husband, the husband for the wife, the children for the parents. This sacrifice leads to giving without expecting anything in return. The tremendous power of Supreme Love experienced in meditation overwhelms the student, inspires sacrifice for the Beloved. Through genuine spiritual practice the mind expands creating the feeling that everything and everyone in the world is a part of oneself in a similar way that one feels the human body to be a part of oneself.