Pushkar - holy lake morning bath The Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, also known as the Bhāgavata Purāṇa, is one of the most revered scriptures in the Vaishnava tradition, describing the glories, pastimes, and teachings of the Supreme Lord, Kṛṣṇa. It is considered the essence of all Vedic knowledge, focusing entirely on bhakti (devotional service). Among its 18,000 … Continue reading The Ever-New Joy of Divine Glorification: Understanding Śrīmad Bhāgavatam 12.12.50
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Mantra Om Namo Bhagavate Rudraya
Meaning and Spiritual Essence of the Mantra Lord Rudra: Om Namo Bhagavate Rudraya At its core, the mantra “Om Namo Bhagavate Rudraya” is a reverential salutation to Lord Rudra. Let us break it down: Om: The primordial sound, the source of all creation, representing the infinite consciousness that underpins the universe. It is said to … Continue reading Mantra Om Namo Bhagavate Rudraya
Mantra ‘Om Nārāyaṇāya Vidmahe Vāsudevāya Dhīmahi Tanno Viṣṇuḥ Prachodayāt’
The mantra Om Nārāyaṇāya Vidmahe Vāsudevāya Dhīmahi Tanno Viṣṇuḥ Prachodayāt is a classical invocation of Lord Vishnu, the preserver and sustainer of the universe in Hindu philosophy. This mantra belongs to the Gayatri family of mantra's in its way it is sung (the meter), a highly esteemed structure in Vedic chanting, used to invoke divine … Continue reading Mantra ‘Om Nārāyaṇāya Vidmahe Vāsudevāya Dhīmahi Tanno Viṣṇuḥ Prachodayāt’
The Saundaryalahari – a tantric esoteric text focussing on Yantra’s – Yantra as a key to phosphene meditations
The Saundaryalahari (The Wave of Beauty) is a highly revered Sanskrit text attributed to the philosopher-saint Adi Shankaracharya, though its authorship is sometimes debated. The text is a hymn dedicated to the Goddess Tripurasundari, an embodiment of the divine feminine in the Shakta tradition of Hinduism. It is both a profound devotional poem and a … Continue reading The Saundaryalahari – a tantric esoteric text focussing on Yantra’s – Yantra as a key to phosphene meditations
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
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
Natera Nataraj Jay Shiva Shankara Mantra
Introduction to the Natera Nataraj Jay Shiva Shankara Mantra https://youtu.be/VGZXPzAF4PU?si=BZ3CnvEHMNH6Cr05 The Natera Nataraj Jay Shiva Shankara Mantra is a powerful invocation steeped in devotion and spiritual energy, celebrating the cosmic dance of Shiva, the eternal Lord of transformation and transcendence. Rooted in ancient traditions, this mantra calls upon Shiva in his dual aspects as Nataraj, the cosmic dancer … Continue reading Natera Nataraj Jay Shiva Shankara Mantra
Inner Light behind closed eyes meditation from the Shri Vijnana Bhairava Tantra – verse 26/27 Phonetics and terminology
The verse on meditating on the inner light behind closed eyes from the Shri Vijnana Bhairava Tantra is verse 26 (in some versions, also number 27). It as a key meditation for entering the world of the phosphen es. We will speak much more on this verse, this mantra. Here for a starter the phonetic Vedic-style pronunciation along with the verse, so that … Continue reading Inner Light behind closed eyes meditation from the Shri Vijnana Bhairava Tantra – verse 26/27 Phonetics and terminology
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