Vijñāna Bhairava Tantra — 112 Doorways into Awareness
Vijñāna Bhairava Tantra: 112 Doorways into Awareness The Vijñāna Bhairava Tantra is one of the most beautiful and practical scriptures of the Trika Tantra tradition. It does not speak to the seeker only through philosophy. It speaks through direct experience. It does not merely say, “Awareness is supreme.” It shows the seeker how to enter […]
The Difference Between Yoga, Vedanta, and Tantra
The Difference Between Yoga, Vedanta, and Tantra Many sincere seekers begin their journey with confusion. They hear the word Yoga, and they think of postures, breathing, meditation, discipline, and stillness. They hear Vedanta, and they think of Self-knowledge, Brahman, nonduality, and inquiry. They hear Tantra, and the mind becomes even more confused. Some imagine ritual, […]
What Is Trika Tantra? A Beginner’s Guide to Kashmir Shaivism
What Is Trika Tantra? A Beginner’s Guide to Kashmir Shaivism There comes a moment in every sincere seeker’s life when ordinary answers are no longer enough. You may have read spiritual books, tried meditation, explored yoga, mantra, breathwork, or philosophy — and yet a deeper question keeps arising inside: Who am I really? What is […]
Different schools of kashmir Shaivism ( Trika )
Different schools of kashmir Shaivism (trika) Trika Tantra is a school of Kashmiri Shaivism that emphasizes the concept of non-duality or unity. It holds that everything is a manifestation of the divine and that the ultimate goal of life is to realize this truth. In Trika Tantra there are three main schools, namely: Pratyabhijna: This […]
The essential difference between yoga and tantra
Tantra and Yoga are both ancient Indian practices that aim to achieve spiritual, physical, and mental well-being. While there is some overlap between the two practices, there are also significant differences. Yoga is a practice that involves physical postures (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama), and meditation to improve physical and mental health. The aim of yoga […]
What does mantra AUM stand for in Shaivism
What does mantra AUM stand for in Shaivism In Shaivism, the mantra AUM is considered to represent the ultimate reality of Shiva, who is seen as the supreme consciousness and the source of all creation. The syllable AUM is composed of three sounds – A, U, and M – that represent different aspects of the […]
What is the practice like in trika tantra ?
What is the practice like in trika tantra ? The Trika Tantra is a branch of Kashmir Shaivism that emphasizes the practical aspect of the Trika philosophy. The practice of Trika Tantra involves a combination of yogic techniques, mantra chanting, visualization, and meditation. Here are some of the main practices in Trika Tantra: Hatha Yoga: […]