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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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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Mahapurusha guru of Vimalananda in Aghora
In Aghora book 1, Vimalananda mentions that his guru is a Mahapurusha who he met in Mt Girnar. Does anyone know what the identity of this Mahapurusha could be? He is allegedly over 30 feet tall and ...
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Sarvavidya siddhi and Sarvananda Thakur
For those who don’t know the story of Sarvavidya Sarvananda Thakur, he was a famous tantric who asked the divine mother for knowledge of all of her aspects. This gave him the siddhi of Sarvavidya, ...
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True Gayatri mantra — 4th pada, turiya gayatri
In Aghora, Vimalananda mentioned that the mantra we commonly know as gayatri is actually the savitr, and that the true gayatri is hidden and rarely given out.
Further, it has been said that there is a ...
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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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How to do trataka on sri yantra?
I want to know how to do trataka on sri Yantra I, mean where to focus on it and for how much time etc and how to visualize it
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Details of Bhawani Mishra who build temple where goddesses speak
There is a temple of Goddess Tripura Sundari in Bihar where many people experienced goddesses talking at night times. I am quoting from this article
the deities present inside the temple speak like ...
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Any pictorial depiction of Naaraacha Mudra?
Any pictorial depiction with scriptural Pramāṇa of Naaraacha Mudra while doing Bhuta Uchchatanam ? It's done along with Choṭikā Mudra
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What is the difference between the views of the Sahajiya Vaishnavas and Bauls?
There are no doubt similarities between the Sahajiya and Baul, but what are the differences?
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Is any mention about Grama Devathas in Puranas and Tantras?
In puranas and tantras, is there any information about Grama Devathas?
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Witchcraft and their basis
I've read that the witchcraft tales that we often hear about is dakini siddhi....could some of u kindly elaborate. Here in nepal we hear that witches(dakinis) gather at astamatrika pithas(especially ...
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Tantra prayogas
I read somewhere that Chinnamasta Prayogas are so powerful that they can even counteract and nullify powerful prayogas of Dhumavati and Griddhakarni. Is it true and could you share some more info that ...
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Can tantra be linked to Bhakti?
Among the different types of Bhakti,a/the prominent type is where one is simply in love with his/her aaradhya,and worships simply because he/she loves the deity ,displaying nishkama Bhakti.
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Where is Adya-Kali mentioned?
In addition to the Mahanirvana Tantra and Taradipika Tantra, what other tantric texts talk about the so-called Adya-Kali?
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Panchamundi and Navamundi asanas
I was curious about the Panchamundi and Navamundi asanas.
Is the provision of sitting and meditating in those asanas given in tantras of Sri Vidya, Kubjika Tantra or tantras like Jayadrathayamala?
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Could someone perhaps direct me to info regarding Smashan Kali & Guhya Kali?
I'm looking for scriptural info about Guhya Kali and Smashan Kali with translations if possible (Yogini Tantra and the like.) As in what the Tantra background/stories are for these forms of Kali, and ...
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Is there an upasana padhathi for Vaidyanatha swarupam of Lord Shiva?
I want to learn and understand the tantric aspect of the vaidyanatha swaroopam. I am pretty sure that a specific mantra, dhyana, and other angopangas of the mantra should exist for this shaivic ...
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About Saura Tantra?
While exploring about Tantra, I came to know there is Saura Tantra too. It might be very ancient. So want to know the core philosophy and what are the principle Texts/Scriptures of Saura Tantra?
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Where can i find a copy of Mantradeva Prakashika?
What are some mantras which are dedicated to Lord Indra? - @Rickross ji's answer to this question piqued my interest in this book. I couldn't find a printed copy or a pdf copy anywhere. Where can i ...
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Tantra way of Bhuta Shuddhi
Which Tantra talks of Bhuta shuddhi sadhana? What are the steps involved in it?
Also what is the ultimate goal of this particular sadhana?
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What Tantras say on Kevala Kumbhaka?
In the advanced Yoga, there is stage Kevala Kumbhaka which means effortless breathlessness. This means you surpass inhalation retention and exhalation process and you attain Kevala Kumbhaka.
But my ...
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How can a westerner be initiated into Tantra?
I'm a westerner with a deep love for the indic wisdom traditions.
How does someone like me go about being initiated into Tantra?
Does doing so block me from being initiated into Buddhist Tantra?
