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Introduction to Navaratri
Navaratri means the “Night Nights”, it is a festival observed throughout India, especially in Bengal and Assam, but also amongst Hindus...
Ian Lilley
Sep 30, 202420 min read
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Understanding the Meaning of Tantra: A Journey into Spiritual Liberation
Learn about the origins, key principles and practices of Tantra
vimarshafoundation
Jun 21, 20243 min read
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The 5 Mahārtha Levels of Mastery
In what follows, we read Lilian Silburn describing the classification of five levels of Siddhas or perfected beings as comprehended in...
vimarshafoundation
Sep 2, 202216 min read
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Principles of Mahārtha philosophy
The central philosophy constitutive of the Sarvāmnāya Tantra, around which all other philosophies are subsumed, is the Mahārtha, coming...
vimarshafoundation
Aug 29, 20229 min read
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The Fusion of the Mystical and the Aesthetic in Tripurasundarī
Saundaryalaharī (SL), a devotional poem traditionally attributed to Śaṅkara, is one of the most revered and widely read texts with...
vimarshafoundation
Aug 25, 20229 min read
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Lord Amr̥teśa and the Tantric paradigms of healing and disease
A consideration of Tantric paradigms of healing and disease in the worship of Lord Amr̥teśa, according to Netra Tantra The highest goal...
vimarshafoundation
Aug 18, 202215 min read
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Siddhilakṣmī and Nepalese Sarvāmnāya Tantra
Tantric worship of Siddhilakṣmī, which ties together the traditions of Kashmir and Nepal.
vimarshafoundation
Aug 13, 20225 min read
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Kuṇḍalinī Rise
Embark on the transformative journey of Kundalini rising. Unlock inner wisdom and spiritual enlightenment
vimarshafoundation
Apr 11, 202212 min read
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Caṇḍikā's Manifestations
Dive into the myriad manifestations of Candika. Unravel the divine mysteries and deepen your spiritual und
vimarshafoundation
Feb 1, 20225 min read
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Aparā and Parā aspects of Sādhanā
Explore the Apara and Para aspects of Sadhana. Unlock spiritual insights for your journey today!
vimarshafoundation
Jan 19, 20226 min read
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The Kubjikā Upaniṣad
Discover the profound teachings of the Kubjikā Upaniṣad. Explore ancient wisdom and spiritual insights tod
vimarshafoundation
Dec 21, 20214 min read
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The Tantra of Tripurā
Delve into the mysteries of the Tantra of Tripurā. Explore its teachings and spiritual practices centered around the goddess Tripurā.
vimarshafoundation
Dec 15, 202110 min read
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On the Liberated State
The following is a series of selected excerpts depicting the nature of the liberated state according to the Śaivādvaita or Visiṣṭādvaita...
vimarshafoundation
Nov 24, 20218 min read
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On the Śaivāgama Path
Journey through the Śaivāgama path with our latest blog post. Uncover the spiritual and philosophical essence of Śaivāgama traditions.
vimarshafoundation
Nov 15, 20215 min read
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Five-faced Sadāśiva
It is figuratively said that Sadāśiva appears with a body. In reality, His body is of the nature of five mantras of Śivaśakti. He is with...
vimarshafoundation
Nov 12, 20215 min read
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Some Aspects of the Philosophy of Śākta Tantra
Dive into the philosophy of Śākta Tantra. Explore its key aspects and profound insights on spiritual practices and beliefs.
vimarshafoundation
Nov 5, 20215 min read
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Reconstructing the Tantric Body (Part IV)
The Body is Identical to the Cosmos The body as finite and the outer layer as its extension is an experience that has been both shaped by...
vimarshafoundation
Nov 2, 20216 min read
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Reconstructing the Tantric Body (Part III)
The Body as a Temple The iconic representation of the divine underlies the principle that the body is an altar. This act of portraying...
vimarshafoundation
Oct 31, 20217 min read
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Reconstructing the Tantric Body (Part II)
Uncover the secrets of the Tantric body in our latest series. Explore the ancient practices and philosophies behind Tantric traditions.
vimarshafoundation
Oct 29, 20218 min read
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Reconstructing the Tantric Body (Part I)
Uncover the secrets of the Tantric body in our latest series. Explore the ancient practices and philosophies behind Tantric traditions. Read
vimarshafoundation
Oct 27, 20214 min read
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