Tantra Sadhana For Complete Spiritual Liberation

The word Tantra tends to conjure up visions of complicated sexual practices and techniques. However, as any tantra teacher will tell you, it is actually a complete philosophy, science and way of life in itself. Ancient Indian sages studied mankind as well as Nature and formulated this system so that men and women could synchronize their bodies and souls with Nature.

Ancient tantra involves various rituals and techniques. However, to practice the tantric arts, the student of tantra must first attain the spirit of sadhana. The Sanskrit word sadhana means ‘the path towards accomplishment (of a desired goal)’. The spiritual practice and attitude of sadhana requires the student to relinquish and transcend his or her ego, with the goal being spiritual awakening. It calls for meditation, chanting of spiritual intonations and invocations (mantras) and deity worship.

In tantra, worship takes the form of ‘puja’, which is nothing but a systematic ritual of worship. The student of the tantric arts learns to approach the process of instructions by a tantra master with an attitude of worship. In the sexual aspects of this ancient science, he or she also learns to regard the intimate partner as an object of worship (deity). As a result, all of the tantric student’s relationships undergo a profound transformation.

Ancient tantra is not aligned to any religion. It is an independent spiritual science which embraces the wholesomeness inherent in all religions while rejecting their rigid prejudices and repressive teachings. This is because tantra is about liberation – of the body, of the spirit and of the mind.

In the course of practicing the tantric arts under a tantra teacher, the student experiences a reuniting of Shiva and Shakti. Shiva is the quintessential tantra god, and Shakti the tantra goddess. Between them, the entire dance of life takes place. Any division between the two in a person’s and couple’s life causes spiritual and emotional imbalances.

By means of specific tantra pujas or worshipful rituals, the student gets in touch with both the Shiva and Shakti. These two deities must hold sway over every aspect of intimacy between two human beings. Only then can an intimate relationship be reborn and raised to its fullest divine potential

Throughout, the tantra master acts as conduit of knowledge and spiritual catharsis. His role is to instruct and mold his students by means of rituals and techniques that will set them free. As such, there is no substitute for an accomplished tantric teacher to guide individuals and couples through the process of spiritual awakening and evolution.

Acharya Subhojit Dasgupta is a Tantra Teacher with an in-depth knowledge of traditional Indian sciences and Sanskrit literature. Visit his tantra online guide for Tantra Lessons, kriyas and mudras from this young Tantra Master.

The Importance Of A Tantra Teacher

The role of the tantra teacher in learning tantra and benefiting from its practice is beyond dispute. Certain kinds of knowledge can indeed be acquired from books and the Internet; however the vital spiritual aspects and nuances of tantric practice must be expertly imparted. The authentic tantric master has obtained his knowledge from his own spiritual guide, and is beholden to pass it on.

In ancient Indian tradition, the bond between the ‘guru’ (spiritual teacher or guide) and ‘shishya’ (seeker) is a sacred and even mystical. In the beginning of the relationship between a tantra teacher and the tantric seeker, a psychic reaction takes place that readies the seeker’s mind and renders it fertile for instruction. The tantra master removes all obstacles of doubt, false beliefs and pre-suppositions from his student’s mind. Then he proceeds to impart instructions in a manner and at a pace which ensures that the teachings are understood completely.

Receiving tantric instructions from a qualified tantra teacher ensures that the transfer of spiritual knowledge happens optimally and efficiently. Unlike in attempting to learn the tantric arts from books, there is no margin for error in the guru-shishya relationship. Scriptures are expertly explained, and their context to the personal life of the student is made very clear. There is no scope for misinterpretation.

Those who attempt to learn the spiritual concepts and premises of ancient tantra without such expert guidance will soon find themselves discouraged and in a state of spiritual confusion, stagnation and eventually regression.

While it is true that the spiritual seeker must seek out the guru, it is equally true that the guru will decide whether to accept the seeker or not. Obviously, a tantra teacher will not discriminate in his choice of students on the basis of gender, religion, creed or any existing spiritual beliefs. However, no genuine tantric master will accept aspiring students whose focus cannot be elevated from the quest for primitive thrills.   This is because tantra is a spiritual science, and it cannot be taught or learned outside a firm spiritual framework.

For every seeker, it is important to first understand the fundamental process of spiritual growth. In the beginning, a burning desire for knowledge and spiritual evolution is enough. The student may also acquire basic knowledge of the tantric path from books or blogs. Once the desire and basic knowledge are acquired, however, the shishya cannot progress without a guru. The guru will then proceed to help the shishya is negotiating the way towards spiritual growth.

Acharya Subhojit Dasgupta is a Tantra Teacher with an in-depth knowledge of traditional Indian sciences and Sanskrit literature. Visit his tantra online guide for Tantra Lessons, kriyas and mudras from this young Tantra Master.

How To Find A Genuine Tantra Teacher

If you are looking for individual tantra sessions or tantra for couples instruction, you will already have done some research on available practitioners. There is certainly no dearth of so-called tantra teachers who promise to take your sex life to the orgasmic stratosphere. How do you find the right one for you in the pack? This is not as simple as it may sound. However, here are some tips on choosing a tantra teacher who is genuine and authentic.

• Beware of tantra masters who only make promises of increasing your sexual abilities and satisfaction. These so-called tantra experts know how to entice customers who only relate tantra to sex.

Though sex is an important aspect and focus of the ancient tantra scriptures, the path to tantra sex is through specific spiritual practices. Tantra is not a form of spiritual Viagra – it is a spiritual way of life. Unless a tantra master is capable of bringing his students onto this path, he cannot offer anything of value. For an amusing caricature of such fraudulent ‘tantra experts’, the film ‘The Guru’ is highly recommended.

• Ask the tantra teacher about where he obtained his knowledge from. Authentic tantra knowledge comes only from an unbroken line of tantra practitioners.

The secrets of sacred sexuality have not been handed out wholesale across the globe. Tantra is an ancient Indian science and its roots lie in Indian scriptures. As the unfortunate trend of ‘pop tantra’ spread across the world, various Western institutes began to offer tantric courses. These courses usually have nothing to do with the original Indian scriptures. Check on the tantric master’s certification, and also on how long he has been practicing.

• Establish whether the approach comes across as genuine. Do not discount your gut feelings about a tantric master, even if you have no prior knowledge on the subject.

You must be comfortable with the tantra teacher’s offerings, and they must meet your own objectives. If you are a genuine seeker of tantra knowledge, you will want to be introduced to its deeper spiritual secrets. You will know that there are no short-cuts to this knowledge, and will wish to be instructed in a scientific and logical manner. If you feel that the teacher is only trying to give you what the more superficial thrill-seekers want, he is not for you. Also establish whether he offers individual sessions or also tantra for couples sessions.

• Get a referral from a close friend. There is no better yardstick than a satisfied client.

You may have a friend or acquaintance who has already received tantra instructions from a tantric expert. If this person is satisfied with the instructions, there is no reason why you would not be satisfied as well. Find out what other tantric masters he or she approached before making a decision. This will help you eliminate quite a lot of the available options.

Acharya Subhojit Dasgupta is a Tantra Teacher with an in-depth knowledge of traditional Indian sciences and Sanskrit literature. Visit his tantra online guide for Tantra Lessons, kriyas and mudras from this young Tantra Master.