Questions tagged [tantra]
Tantra, also called Tantrism and Tantric religion, is an ancient Hindu tradition of beliefs and meditation and ritual practices that seeks to channel the divine energy of the macrocosm or godhead into the human microcosm, to attain siddhis and moksha. This Hindu Tradition was emerged in form of dialogue between Lord Shiva and Devi Parvati.
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Resource for Uma Samhita Tantram
I am looking for the Uma Samhita Tantram. It can be in Sanskrit, Hindi, English, or Telugu.
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Are there any healing or medicinal meditation in Hinduism?
In particular Buddhism, there is a concept very similar to reiki used to treat people. Also, they have a medicine Buddha - depicted in blue color with herbs in one hand and a bowl in another, where he ...
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Shri Vidya Tantra in Advaita
In the context of Advaita, what basically is - Shri Vidya?
From what I could gather and understand, it is basically a yantra of triangles, and people are supposed to meditate on it for spiritual and ...
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Forms of Parvati/Durga that depict her riding a wolf
Agni Purana, in 'Describing the Characteristics of An Idol of Devi Parvati' says the following:-
10b-13. (In the worship of the manifest form of the goddess) (the
goddess should be worshipped) as ...
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How many sects of Shakta Tantra are there?
How many sects of Shakta Tantra are there? There's one called Sri Vidya. What are some of the other sects or sub-sects of Shakta Tantra?
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Purascharana for stotras?
While doing purascharana of Mantra firstly we do japa then what about purascharana for stotras ?
Purascharana for stotras is japa or reading loudly?
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Laya Yoga: Upanishad References
Laya Yoga - references in Upanishads.
I've heard that the methods of creation of mantras (beeja mantras specifically) follow from laya yoga where they use petals of certain chakras (or nadis) OR hear ...
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Seeking information about Shaivite sect 'Thirikam' and its Tantra Shastras
I am seeking information about the Shaivite sect 'Thirikam' and its Tantra Shastras, which are 'Malini Vijayotharam', 'Sidhayogeshwarimatham', and 'Tantra Sadhbavam'.
Are the shastras available ...
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Are shudras and women not allowed to chant Aum i.e Pranava?
Are shudras and women not allowed to chant aumkara? I heard many purohits and one great saint say that. Is there any scriptural basis? Please give the reference of scripture for such injunctions. I ...
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What are the principal Saiva Tantras?
Saiva Agamaic literature has two divisions. One is Saiva Agamas. These are dualistic in nature. Mostly prevalent in Tamilnadu. Based on it Saiva Siddhanta Darshana was formed. However, apart from ...
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Agama prescribes that the dead bodies of Sannyasis should be buried. Then, why are the dead bodies of monks of the Ramakrishna Mission cremated?
Mahanirbana Tantra categorically says that
The corpse of an ascetic should on no account be cremated. It should be worshipped with scents and flowers, and then either buried or sunk into water. - ...
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What does dharma say with respect to destroying an adversary in peril?
It is said that adversities accrue to a person because of his prarabdha karma; whether he be a dharmik or adharmik person.
In an enmity between such people, if the adharmik person is affected by his ...
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Saivite rasarnava tradition
Does somebody have any idea about this rasarnava tradition as in is it still alive and how can I increase my lifespan using mercury as these guys of this saivite rasarnava tradition did. I want to ...
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Authentic Kula tantra books mentioning methods to achieve brahman using Sex or masturbation
I want to know if any authentic tantra books (like kaulavali tantra or others like this who people of nath tradition or other tantric schools like mishra , kula etc ) mention ways of achieving the ...
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Do yoga scriptures mention the average number of human thoughts per day?
There are several references to the number of times a human breathes in a day in general, which is typically around 21,600 times. The frequency of breath is an important factor in practices such as ...
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The origin of the Puranas
I am interested to study the origin of the Puranas and the relationship they share with the Vedas. Any incident, for example, the origin of Maa Ganga on earth, has been variously described in the ...
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Did Adi Shankara view the Tantras as authority in regard to Hindu scriptures?
Did Adi Shankara accept the Tantras as authority when it comes to Hindu Scriptures? And more specifically did he accept the Kularnava Tantra?
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What sort of creatures are the Vinayakas?
As stated here, there are a number of different creatures mentioned in scriptures, one of them being the Vinayakas. As per the answer, they are described as:
Vinâyâka(विनायक): Malefic spirits ruled ...
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What are all the Authentic Tantra Scriptures accepted by the Srikula branch of Shaktism?
Can someone list all the authentic Tantra Scriptures that are accepted by the Srikula Branch of Shaktism?
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Mantra scriptures
Which scripture contains list of various mantras to achieve various things in life? It should contain actual mantras not general guidelines about chanting mantras.
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Who is Mantramaheśvara mentioned in Shiva Sutras by Jaideva Singh?
In Shiva Sutras, section III, Sutra 7, Shiva says what happens when conquering moha/mãyã:
मोहजयादनन्ताभोगात्सहजविद्याजयः ॥ ७ ॥
"By an all pervasive conquest of delusive Maya is there mastery of ...
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Are there tantric forms of Vishnu too?
The purpose of the following question is to have a deep understanding of the nature of Sanathana Dharma
From my basic understanding (please correct me here if I'm wrong).
The basic pillar of central ...
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How to get initiated in Shaiva Agamas? What to ask and to whom?
I live in New Delhi. Are there any mutt nearby? Regardless of if there are... (I can travel some distance) then what do I tell them? How do I ask? Do I simply say "I want to learn Shaiva Agamas&...
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What are the scriptures of Tantra that explicitly deals with the (all) devi forms of ma Saraswathi?
Although I do not know all the forms of Saraswathi that are explained in the Scriptures, I heard about Swetha Saraswathi, Neela Saraswathi, and some others. Each such devi has a visual form, mantra, ...
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Is current "Avadhoot Dattatreya Guru Gaddi tradition" the "MISSING IN SIGHT" Hinduism that is continuing from Harappan Avadhoot of 3500 BCE?
Three faced HARAPPAN AVADHOOT sitting in SIDDHA Asan (not lotus pose) having three in one headgear. This persona is there in all major urban sites of Harappa and even found at SANAULI coffin.
The ...
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Is there any sattvic sadhana to experience divine beings extremely fast?
There is an abundant number of sadhanas in Hinduism. The nature of sadhanas can be classified into three categories: Sattvic, Rajasic, and Tamasic.
Doing Sattvic sadhanas are highly recommended for ...
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Statements In Hindu Texts Of Deliberately Mistaken Info
There are many places in Tantra excerpts I’ve read, Arthur Avalon and such, where Shiva tells Parvati that there is deliberate misleading info in Hindu texts. He says that stuff is put in there to ...
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What exactly is a "Chaattan"?
In Kerala,there is a continued tradition of worshipping "Chaatan".They are believed to be beings who can harm ,and are sent by an individual for a specific purpose(possibly even death).They ...
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Where is the Dakshina Kalika Stotram taken from?
The Dakshina Kalika Stotram in Sanskrit is a regularly recited hymn in many Bengali households, especially among Shaktites, that constitute the majority of Bengal. It is mentioned in almost all ...
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Is Mantra diksha (initiation) possible online?
Is it possible to have mantra Initiation online?
How to know hoax among real Guru? How to know that mantra you will be given is initiated?
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Are there any Saraswati sahasranaamas other than those from Skanda purana and Rudra Yamala Tantram?
There are at least two Saraswati sahasranaamas, that I know, are available.
#1: From Skanda purana 1,2
At the request of Narada, Sanat Kumara Maharshi enumerated these sahastranaamas.
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How many Devi Sahasranamas are there in scriptures?
How many Sahasranamas dedicated to Devi are there in scriptures?
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Are there any sub-schools of left-handed kaula shakta tantra?
Are there any sub-schools of left-handed kaula shakta tantra?
If so, please mention there names here along with their beliefs and practices.
Also, which school follows the Kularnava text?
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Do Any Tantra Texts Promote Veganism Or Being Vegan
Been part of the vegan environmentalist movement for many years now, just wondering if any Tantra texts encourage or promote being vegan ? Cause of Shakta path, am more on the Tantra side w/ Hindu ...
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How are all the different Vedantic schools viewed by the Shakta sampradaya?
Recently I happened to read somewhere that Shaktism more or less rejects Vedanta and accepts only Tantra as the supreme authority, This makes me curious to know how all the different Vedantic ...
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Is it true that the following goddesses are mentioned as Mahavidyas?
I found the following goddesses mentioned as Mahavidyas in wisdomlib.
These goddesses are Chandeshvari, Laghusyama, Triputa, Vanadurga, Shulini, Ashvarudha, Trilokyavijaya, Mahavarahi and Annapurna. ...
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Can beej mantra be initiated someone other than guru?
Let's say I want to do kreem mantra sandhna so can someone who's not by guru(but have sidh the kreem mantra) initiate me
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Which the best way to start spiritual journey?
I want to know the best way to start my spiritual journey? Could someone suggest any type of Dhyana or meditation?
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How should one know if he is under Black Magic\evil spirits?
How could one know he is under Black Magic/ Evil spirits? How can one be sure? What symptoms can one feel, if he/she is under Black Magic?
Do scriptures/Tantric texts provide indications of such a ...
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Where can I read Tantric texts in English
Where can I read Tantric texts? Is there any online pdf? I want the mantra in English and its meaning. Are there any commentaries by a Proper Guru?
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Is ShapeShifter Ability Discussed In Tantra Texts
Came across this question, as well as a few others, while perusing random HSE topics :
Concept of shape-shifting snakes in Hinduism
Do Tantras discuss being a shape-shifter as a supernatural ability ...
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Who is Devi Kali? Is she among the 64 yoginis or Devi herself? And who killed Asuras?
As per this answer, the list of the main 64 yoginis, a group of Sahacharis of the Devi, includes personalities like Bhadrakali and Kalaratri. Which indicates the Devi Kali could be separate from Devi ...
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How to do gazing on idol to praise a deity?
I've heat that in some kind of advanced stage of gazing on Idols or Saints, the deities and saints are
pleased with the sadhaka and that they help him in all ways..
How to do this??
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Who is Raksha Kali?
I Recently have heard about Goddess Raksha Kali and I want to know about this goddess. My question are:-
Who is Raksha Kali and Is any mention/stories about This goddess in tantras or any scriptures?
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Something for carrer growth and getting better in my art (like acting,music)
Any kind of mantra(which doesn't need initation) or anything else like any simple ritual etc
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What are the sources relating Uchchhishta Ganapati?
I want to know the sources where I can learn more about worshipping and doing sadhana of Uchchhishta Ganapati?
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Forms of Kalika
Is Samshana kali mentioned in Jayadrathayamala tantra? I've heard that Siddhilakshmi is flanked by Samshana kali and Raktakali. Your help will be appreciated.
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Who is Goddess Kubjika?
I Recently I have heard about goddess "Kubjika" and I want to know this incarnation of Devi. But what is information about this goddess? Is any mention about her in Puranas and Tantras?
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Bimbambika Sampradaya of Sri Vidya
Does anyone over here happen to know anything about the bimbambika sampradaya of sri vidya as in where did the sampradaya come from and the like? I would be very grateful for your interactions. Thanks....
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How to increase aakarshan/mohini shakti?
I want to know how to increase aakarshan shakti, any kind of mantra or yantra which doesn't need initiation or any ayurvedic medicine
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