The Yoga of the Illusory Body is an advanced tantric practice we will demonstrate on our youtube. t is essental to become a good yoga teacher to know this but it is a forgotten chapter in all teachings in the West! therefore we focus on it here. If we keep forgetting these instructions or are … Continue reading The Yoga of the Illusory Body
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Powerful Tibetan Mantra Jinajik
"Jinajik" is a term found within Vajrayāna Buddhism, particularly in tantric practices. It serves as a mantra associated with the Buddha Vairocana, one of the Five Tathāgatas representing different aspects of enlightened consciousness. The term "Jinajik" translates to "conqueror among conquerors," highlighting Vairocana's embodiment of supreme enlightenment and his role in dispelling ignorance. In tantric … Continue reading Powerful Tibetan Mantra Jinajik
On a paragraph of the Guhyasamaja TANTRA
Pushkar - holy lake morning bath for vedic disciples I quote from the 1971 version of Francesca Freniantle the following 5 lines as they seem important to me! This paragraph is a vivid and symbolic depiction of tantric imagery, deeply rooted in the esoteric language of Vajrayāna Buddhism. Each phrase encapsulates profound spiritual meanings and … Continue reading On a paragraph of the Guhyasamaja TANTRA
Tantra of Insight: The Guhyasamāja Tantra: A Fundamental Text of Vajrayāna Buddhism
Akṣobhya Vajra The Guhyasamāja Tantra, often translated as "The Tantra of the Secret Assembly," is one of the most profound and influential texts in the tradition of Esoteric Buddhism (Vajrayāna). This tantra holds a place of exceptional importance within the Tibetan Buddhist canon, especially among the Gelug, Sakya, and Kagyu schools, where it is regarded … Continue reading Tantra of Insight: The Guhyasamāja Tantra: A Fundamental Text of Vajrayāna Buddhism
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
Mipham Rinpoche (1846–1914) on the Essence of Being
Thaksang Monastery in Bhutan where the following poem is deeply connected with; we visited this remote space in the beginning of this century and where impressed by the serenity of the space and the teachings. And now the Insight: That which is called samsara is mere conceptualization. The great wisdom is free from all conceptualization. … Continue reading Mipham Rinpoche (1846–1914) on the Essence of Being
The Yoga of Light Phosphene Lingering Test
We would suggest an interesting experiment with Inner Light for you to participate in based on the Phosphenes and Meditation. The phosphene lingering test is a simple test and meditative practice that invites participants to observe and explore the subtle phenomena of afterimages produced by gazing at a candle flame. This exercise merges the scientific … Continue reading The Yoga of Light Phosphene Lingering Test
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
The Roots and Evolution of Illusory Body Yoga
Illusory Body Yoga needs to be re-activated: the historical roots Meditation on the illusory world is clearly often happening, meditation on the illusory body we need to re-discover. Illusory Body Yoga, a cornerstone of Tibetan Buddhist practice, finds its roots in the teachings of Tilopa (988–1069), the Indian tantric master who played a pivotal role … Continue reading The Roots and Evolution of Illusory Body Yoga