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
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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
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 Yoga of Inner Light: A Cross-Traditional meditative Practice and how about Zen?
The Yoga of Inner Light: Phosphenes lead the path The Yoga of Inner Light is an ancient meditative tradition that transcends cultural and religious boundaries, appearing in diverse forms across Tibetan Buddhism, Zen, and other mystical traditions. It involves the direct perception of the luminous essence of consciousness, often described as an internal light or radiance experienced … Continue reading The Yoga of Inner Light: A Cross-Traditional meditative Practice and how about Zen?
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