The Śiva Sūtra, a foundational text of Kashmir Shaivism, offers profound insights into the nature of consciousness and self-realization. Composed of concise yet powerful aphorisms, the text serves as a guide for understanding the inner workings of the mind and the ultimate reality of Śiva, the universal consciousness. Though it does not explicitly reference phenomena … Continue reading The path of Inner Light as presented in the Śiva Sūtra, from the Kashmir school of consciousness
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The Essence of the Yoga Sutra’s of Patantjali
Yoga: finding back the path to the ultimate source We will focus on the essence of Yoga, which can be found in the first 4 sutra's of Patanjali's writings on Yoga: 1. अथ योगानुशासनम् (Atha yoga-anuśāsanam) Translation: Now, the discipline of yoga begins. Atha (अथ):The word atha is often used in Sanskrit to denote an … Continue reading The Essence of the Yoga Sutra’s of Patantjali
Grace for you: Ahaitukī Kṛpā
You might have felt tears of gratitude just being touched by existence. You listen to a talk of Krishnamurti, or see an avatar just walking, like Neem Karoli Baba, OSHO or whoever. You hear words of them spoken and you immediately recognise the truth is being spoken. Tears fill your eyes. You are full of … Continue reading Grace for you: Ahaitukī Kṛpā
Kyichu Lhakhang Monastery: A Gateway to Bhutan’s Spiritual Mysticism and the Chainmail Armor: A Symbol of Divinity
In the Paro Valley of Bhutan, Kyichu Lhakhang Monastery stands as one of the most sacred and oldest temples in the country. Steeped in history, mystery, and spirituality, it is a revered site not only for Bhutanese Buddhists but also for pilgrims and spiritual seekers from around the world. The monastery is deeply intertwined with … Continue reading Kyichu Lhakhang Monastery: A Gateway to Bhutan’s Spiritual Mysticism and the Chainmail Armor: A Symbol of Divinity
An Unique 1971 Translation of a Key Tibetan Tantric Text to share
Introduction to the Guhyasamāja Tantra guhyasamajaDownload The Guhyasamāja Tantra, often referred to as "The Tantra of the Secret Assembly," is one of the most profound and foundational texts in the tradition of Vajrayāna Buddhism. Rooted in the esoteric teachings of Mahayana Buddhism, this tantra represents the pinnacle of tantric practice, offering a direct and transformative … Continue reading An Unique 1971 Translation of a Key Tibetan Tantric Text to share
Learning to sing Vedic Mantras via a Vedic Master
In January 2022 Victor Midborn and I were privileged to receive Vedic chanting teachings from a real Vedic master. The first time I encountered the profound depth of Vedic chanting, I was struck by its timeless resonance. It felt as though the vibrations were not just sounds but carriers of something ancient and sacred, reaching … Continue reading Learning to sing Vedic Mantras via a Vedic Master
Vajra way of the clear and complete enlightenment of all Tathāgatas
This passage is from "A Critical Study of the GUHYASAMAJA TANTRA by Francesca Freniantle (1971) It is a profound articulation of the Vajrayāna Buddhist understanding of enlightenment and the nature of meditation. It highlights the paradoxical and non-conceptual nature of ultimate reality, central to the tantric view. The Sutra Is: "Vajra way of the clear … Continue reading Vajra way of the clear and complete enlightenment of all Tathāgatas
The Illusory Body and Luminosity: Insights from Tibetan Buddhism
The Illusory Body and Luminosity The term "illusory body" refers to one of the Six Yogas of Naropa, a set of advanced tantric meditative practices in Tibetan Buddhism. Among these, the concept of luminosity or "clear light" (od gsal in Tibetan, prabhāsvara in Sanskrit) holds a pivotal role in understanding the nature of the mind … Continue reading The Illusory Body and Luminosity: Insights from Tibetan Buddhism
Ayahuasca Rituals in the Rosa Chapel in Amsterdam, 1992-2000
In the last 10 years of the previous century, the Foundation Friends of the Forrests in Amsterdam, where I played the role of president because of the meditative and psychopharmacological background of my training, we frequently conducted rituals around the cross in a beautiful Chapel, the Rosa Chapel. This is a picture taken in 1999 … Continue reading Ayahuasca Rituals in the Rosa Chapel in Amsterdam, 1992-2000
Datsueba: The Mystical Old Woman of the Underworld – a luminous baken
Datsueba: A Buddhist metaphore I am very lucky to posses this ancient wooden statue of a Buddhist saint/god Datsueba: Datsueba, also known as the "Clothes-Snatching Old Hag," is a complex and multi-faceted figure in Japanese religious tradition. Her portrayal transcends a single role, evolving over centuries as she became a central figure in the spiritual … Continue reading Datsueba: The Mystical Old Woman of the Underworld – a luminous baken
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