The Power Of Tantra Goddess Worship

A tantra teacher is often asked why ancient tantra gives such a very high level of importance to the female of the human species. To this, I say that the concept of the tantra goddess is the focal point of this emphasis. Just as various religions offer devotion to their respective idols, a person following the tantric path worships the divine feminine in the form of the tantra goddess.

In fact, tantra goddess worship binds a man-woman relationship like nothing else can. The spiritual energy which is created with the regular practice of tantra goddess worship is extremely powerful and can be likened to the magnetic energy that binds two appropriately charged metal objects together. Both the worshiper and the worshiped are immensely empowered and transformed in tantric goddess worship.

For the man, his connection to the tantric goddess in his life allows him to tap into her divine attributes, and into the cosmic aspects of her sensuousness. When the masculine and feminine energies merge in this act of worship, both are filled with a sense of joy and fulfillment which no other human experience can match.

This is the reason why the tantra goddess is the focus of ancient tantra, and the central figure in all tantric practices. Every woman is the embodiment of Shakti, the celestial consort of Shiva, with whom she shares a connection of such power that humans may see it as the ultimate male-female relationship model and most worthy of emulation.

As a tantra teacher, I must emphasize that this connection is not merely sexual. While sex is certainly an inextricable part of human intimacy, tantra aims to elevate human relationships above the mere physical level and infuse them with divine attributes. This is not achievable merely by good intentions but must be backed by actual practice.

Tantra goddess worship takes many forms, and a tantra teacher must initiate those seeking to follow the tantric path into the specific tantric rituals and practices involved in tantra goddess worship.

When a woman becomes the object of such worship, she blooms like a rose. In the absence of the right soil nutrients, water and adequate sunlight, a rose can survive but never flourish. It cannot spread its beauty and fragrance to the world. But when the right elements are available, a rose becomes a thing of beauty and delight to others.

Needless to say, the beloved of a woman who blooms under the influence of tantric goddess worship receives her choicest blessings. She becomes as devoted to him as he is to her. And this is the essence of the tantric relationship.

Are you willing to elevate your relationship with your beloved to such a divine status? Do you wish to experience the ultimate joy of the tantric relationship? The do not hesitate – seek out a genuine tantra master and begin your journey on this spiritual path of joy and fulfillment.

Acharya Subhojit Dasgupta is a Tantra Teacher with deep knowledge of traditional Indian sciences. Visit his tantra online guide for Tantra Lessons from this young Tantra Master.

Understanding The Chakras For Tantra Practice

When practicing tantra, understanding the chakras and what each of them represents is very important. The chakras are basically the centres of core energies that direct everything we do in our lives. A tantra master must help his students understand the significance of each of these centres and how they come into play in the course of tantra instructions and practice.

The chakras are aligned along the spinal column, and the kundalini energy that you so often hear of flows along and between them. When you look at a chakra chart, you will see that each chakra are defined by a specific symbol and colour.

Every chakra is also the seat of certain drives or responses within our bodies. In the life of an uninitiated person, the flow of energy invariably gets road-blocked at one of the chakras, leading to strife in relationships and a disrupted inner and also physical existence.

The first is the Muladhara chakra, located at the perineum in the pelvic area. Depicted in red, it represents all our basic physical drives and quests for nourishment, shelter and overall security. When this centre is clear and grounded, we are able to take care of all our basic needs and are basically stable in the physical realm.

The second is the Svadhishthana chakra, located in the genitals. No prizes for guessing that it is the centre of the human sexual drive. Given the colour orange, it is responsible for procreation and the continuance of our race, but also for the bliss we derive from sexual union. With sufficient tantra practice under a qualified tantra teacher, this chakra – which is often subverted and blocked by insecurities and wrong impressions – opens up and becomes clear. This leads to more balanced emotions.

The third is the Manapura chakra and is situated in the navel. Assigned the colour yellow, this is the centre of power and energy and is also closely linked with how long we survive in the physical realm. From this centre comes self-confidence to achieve things, to progress and to attain independence in most things.

The fourth is called Anahata chakra, and is seated in the heart. From here emanates everything that is normally understood as ‘heart-felt’ – generosity, love, empathy for others and worshipfulness. Given the colour green, this chakra can be blocked by negative impressions, experiences and conditioning. When this happens, we tend to live small, superficial and selfish lives and are prone to die soon of diseases of the heart. In the course of your tantra instructions, your tantra teacher will guide you in specific tantric techniques that will open up this centre and align it with all the others.

The fifth is the Vishuddha chakra, located in the throat and assigned the colour violet. It is from here that we speak the truths we have learned. When this centre is blocked, we can actually feel it as a physical sensation commonly known as a lump in the throat. In such a situation, we are afraid to speak because we are not certain of what we know. Tantric practice opens up this chakra because what we have suspected or known only intellectually becomes experiential truth backed by full conviction.

The sixth is named Ajna chakra and is seated in the pineal gland. Often called the ‘third eye’, this is the seat of spiritual awakening, growth and self-realization. Given the colour of light blue, this is the seat of our intuition, meditation and self-awareness.

The seventh is called Sahasrara chakra and is located in our cranium. It is the seat of mindfulness and knowledge of the workings of the world and the worlds beyond. In the most spiritually advanced people, this chakra is an empty space that is open to the secrets of the cosmos. Represented by a golden white colour, this is the nexus of enlightenment and supreme consciousness.

As you learn tantra from your tantra teacher, these chakras become unblocked and allow spiritual energy and awareness to flow without obstruction. It cannot happen overnight and requires much practice, but it is possible for every genuine seeker to attain perfectly aligned and connected chakras, which is a pre-requisite to spiritual progress.

Acharya Subhojit Dasgupta is a Tantra Teacher with deep knowledge of traditional Indian sciences. Visit his tantra online guide for Tantra Lessons from this young Tantra Master.

Kundalini Awakening And The Need For Seclusion

As any tantra teacher must, I will begin by reiterating that awakening the kundalini must not be attempted without proper guidance from an accredited and reputable tantra master. The forces that are unleashed are not something which the uninitiated can comprehend or control. That said, kundalini awakening is definitely a major and desirable step for the serious student of tantra.

As stated, the tantric student must receive and understand the specific techniques and mantras for the purpose of awakening the kundalini. When the tantric master is satisfied that his student is fully prepared, the student must then seek a period of seclusion. This period will also involve a strictly controlled diet and abstinence from all sexual activity. This is only on a temporary basis, but it is nevertheless very essential.

Even after the initial seclusion period, the serious student of the tantric arts must seek to follow up with this practice at least twice a year. The prescribed period of seclusion is from three to nine days, but the student can start with a single day.

The idea here is not to ‘renounce the world’ or practice at becoming an ascetic. The purpose of seeking seclusion is to condition the mind and body for the unleashing of kundalini energy. If the mind and body are not prepared for this, there can be grave and irreversible consequences, including but not limited to mental disturbance and repercussions on the metabolism.

Silence is the key concept during this seclusion period. The student is not required to meditate, but simply to allow the mind to attain a high degree of focus. By staying away from all external stimuli, the mind finds its own equilibrium and opens to the answers that are to follow. Needless to say, the environment within the area of seclusion must be bereft of all distractions such as mobile phones, television, etc.

In ancient tantra, silence has always been recognized as a powerful force of transformation and enlightenment. By embracing silence, we are cutting down on communication with the outside world. In yogic terms, silence is simply a state in which one does not initiate or respond to any attempt at communication. With sufficient practice, this silence can be practiced in the midst of day-to-day life as well, but this is not possible for those who have not attained mastery over the art of silence.

The diet to be followed during this period of silence must consist of bland, boiled food. Fried, spicy food is to be avoided, as this kind of fare disrupts the body’s natural functioning and adds to mental turmoil. It is advisable to stick to a strict vegetarian fare during this period.

Simple yogic exercises are permitted and even desirable during this period, but they must be performed at a leisurely pace. Nothing must occur to raise the body temperature beyond the normal limit, or to create rushes of blood to the brain. The student learns to be comfortable in silence and in the absence of productive activity. He or she learns simply to be.

After this period of silence and seclusion, the student returns to the tantra teacher in full readiness for the tantric instructions that are to follow. Only in the tranquil and receptive state that is a by-product of seclusion and silence can the student then embark on the task of kundalini awakening.

Acharya Subhojit Dasgupta is a Tantra Teacher with deep knowledge of traditional Indian sciences. Visit his tantra online guide for Tantra Lessons from this young Tantra Master