"Shiva created sixty-four Tantras to hide the real 'Sri Vidya' accomplishment from the people of this world. Oh Devi! It is your virtue which made this penance again available for this world" (Shri Saundarya Lahiri-Verse 31)
Being written by Shiva himself along with 63 other Tantras, this Tantra in itself is capable of fulfilling all worldly desires of human beings. Being preached to Lankesh Ravan by Lord Shiva, this tantra consists of worship rituals of Sri Kali Ji and Sri Ardrapati Devi.
It has various exorcisms, Yakshini accomplishments, and Bhootini and Indrajaal accomplishments, along with various Ayurveda treatments. Those who use it in the right manner, without hurting human civilization, would become eligible for the next stages of tantric penances, which take the seeker to the supreme abode.
Being written by Shiva himself along with 63 other Tantras, this Tantra in itself is capable of fulfilling all worldly desires of human beings. Being preached to Lankesh Ravan by Lord Shiva, this tantra consists of worship rituals of Sri Kali Ji and Sri Ardrapati Devi. It has various exorcisms, Yakshini accomplishments, and Bhootini and Indrajaal accomplishments along with various Ayurveda treatments. Those who use it in the right manner, without hurting human civilization, would become eligible for the next stages of tantric penances, which take the seeker to the supreme abode.
Giri Ratna Mishra is an Electronics and Communications engineer by qualification and an ex-IT Executive of an MNC. Being initiated by the great social reformer and Saint of India, Aghoreshwar Bhagwan Ram Ji, he has given up his professional career and is now involved in serving his Deity under the guidance of his able Guru. Born in Varanasi as the son of Smt. Padma Mishra and Sri Raghvendra Mishra, he has taken up the responsibility to spread the pragmatic message of Tantra to society, so that the Tantric diaspora may convert into the masses.
Indian society has always been intellectual. It has always been keen to know about the reasons behind their existence, life beyond life, the creation of the universe, and the nature of one who rules this world.
There were various schools of philosophy which propounded various theories to define the principles that can answer the above questions. Amongst them, six principal schools are:
"Nyaya""Samkhya""Vaisesika""Yoga""Purva Mimamsa""Uttara Mimamsa"
Apart from these, there were a few more thoughts that took shape as philosophy.
Schools propounded thoughts; however, they originated from the source called "Veda". These are thoughts and visions of our great sages which emerged to them in the course of deep meditation. As the "Vedas" were not authored by them but came into their minds after great penance, hence they were called "Apauruseya" or "Nigama".
As the Kali Yuga" started getting stronger, people started losing their patience to do the penance. They became lethargic in performing "Vedic" rituals and became more oriented towards worldly pleasures. Due to the loss of the seeker, "Vedic" knowledge started losing its power, and its mantra grew weaker. However, God had to ensure that human beings still get the real knowledge, the "Brahmajnana," and get rid of the cycle of life and death. For this purpose, God brought forth one more way to attain salvation from the Vedas; it was given the name "Agama," which is a record of discussion between the Goddess Siva and Bhupati Siva.
"Rudrayamalam" says:
krte srutyuktamargah syat tretam smrtibhasitah I dvapare vai puranokta kalavagamsambhavah II
Meaning "Vedas" are epics of "Satyuga", "Smritis" are of "Tretayuga", "Puranas" are epics of "Dwaparayuga," and "Agama" are books of "Kaliyuga".
Siva himself preached the new format, and "jnana" is known as "Agama".
As per "Rudrayamalam":
agatah sivavaktrebhyo gatasca girijamukhe I This "Agama" is known as "Tantra" also.
As per "Kalikagama Tantra":
tanoti vipularthanastatvamantrasamamvitan I tranam ca kurute yasmattantramityabhidhiyate II
It means the one which relieves from the worldly and celestial troubles and gives "moksa" is "Tantra".
It is said that "Tantra" is not rooted in the "Vedas" and ancient Hindu religion, which is not true. "Tantras" are well in accordance with the "Vedas" and the above-mentioned philosophical schools also. "Atharva Veda" is the foundation of "Tantra"; it is mentioned in "Kularnava Tantra"
athata atharvavedasamhitayamdvyuvaca II
Which means "it is what the goddess said in the Atharva Veda".
Apart from it, "Rg Veda" itself has a description of "Sri Yantra," which in itself is the form of the Goddess and is most praised in "tantra".
It is the only way in which even "Yamana" or "Sudra" can also perform worship to the God for their salvation.
Guru in "Tantra"
Guru is the most important element of "tantra". It is said that Guru is no other than "Mantra and Devata". A seeker only becomes tantrika if he is blessed by Guru. If someone reads the book and practices "tantra," he would never succeed; rather, he would become a dog in the next birth. This provision is done by "Siva" and "Siva" to control the misuse of "Tantra". They bless an able seeker and make him or her enlightened. Once enlightened, the seeker becomes tantrika. A tantrika, being capable and with various qualities which are mentioned in "Rudrayamala" and other tantrika books, becomes Guru. Once the tantrika becomes Guru, he or she also becomes custodian of "Tantra". Now it lies with them to select the right seeker to learn "tantra". Once a seeker is initiated by a Guru, all acts of the seeker would affect the Guru. In that case, it is a must for a seeker to follow the instructions of the Guru. If God becomes angry, the Guru can save; if the Guru becomes angry, even God cannot save.
Yantra: "Yantra" means machine. It is the tool using which a tantrika performs his prayer. It is the tool which connects the Tantrika to the deity. All deities of this world have their own "Yantra". Amazingly, Christians have a cross and Muslims have the Kaaba in Mecca, which are examples of "Yantra" and fulfill the definition of "Yantra". They are symbolic representations of powers, structural details, and the roles of the deity towards the world. The most auspicious "Yantra" of "tantra" is "Sri Yantra". It is called "Yantraraia," which means the king of "Yantras". The details of it, along with worship and teaching lineage, can be found in all "Srikula tantras" like "Nityotsavah" etc.
Mantra: As mentioned above, they are nowhere other than the deity and Guru. They are the fuel of "Yantra"; the "Yantra" would only be useful if it is worshipped using the awakened mantra. Mantras in "Tantra" are divided into two sections.
The male mnemonic formula is known as Mantra. The female mnemonic formula is "Vidya". Mantra can only be enlightened if it is given to the seeker by an able Guru through proper diksa.
"Diksa" is of various types, and the mantra has to be checked on astrological charts before it is given to the seeker. The date and time, along with the place also dependent on the kind of mantra the Guru would give to the seeker. The best mantra "diksa" is considered as "svapna diksa," which means diksa" in dreams; once the seeker gets it, he/she must not ignore it. This "Diksa" does not require any testimonials. The detailed diksa" process can be seen in any of the major "tantras".
Bhava: Bhava means feelings. "Tantra" can only be helpful if the seeker has correct feelings. It would never work if you pray without any feelings. It is an ingredient of the system that the seeker has to put in to be an ardent seeker. "Bhiioas" are three as per tantra. It is said in "Sri Rudramala" :
bhavena labhyate sarvam bhavena devadarasanam I bhavena paramam jnanam tasmadbhavavalambanam II
Pasu Bhava: "Pasu" means animal. It is called the lowest "bhava" where the seeker considers the deity different from himself. In this feeling, the seeker prays to the deity using worldly materials. As per "Rudrayamala Tantra," worship in this "bhava" is done in the morning.
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