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But it bears repeating again and again that taking initiation is big business. There is nothing more grand or more dangerous than receiving a tantric initiation.
Jamyang Khyentse • The Guru Drinks Bourbon?
“until the day I bathe it in Kaurava blood.”
Chitra Divakaruni • The Palace of Illusions
ānandamaya kośa is the sheath of perfection.
Michael Stone • The Inner Tradition of Yoga: A Guide to Yoga Philosophy for the Contemporary Practitioner
The bija mantras prescribed to help bring vata back into balance are those that help calm the hyperactive qualities of this dosha. The first is Hrim (pronounced hreem), which is a specific mantra for the heart, emphasizing the physical health of the heart but also creativity and compassion. The second is Klim (pronounced kleem), which promotes bloo
... See moreKulreet Chaudhary • Sound Medicine: How to Use the Ancient Science of Sound to Heal the Body and Mind
Miranda describes this upwelling of adoration as a natural recirculation of that nectar of grace, which is our true nature.
Mirabai Starr • Wild Mercy: Living the Fierce and Tender Wisdom of the Women Mystics
While there is no need for specific rituals or offerings, it is said that Devī is especially pleased when we offer flowers for every nāma. While this can be taken literally, flowers refer to our saṃskāras (see Chapter 4). Setting an intention to offer up our saṃskāras to Devī and to become aligned with her will is practically more useful than offer
... See moreKavitha Chinnaiyan • Glorious Alchemy: Living the Lalitā Sahasranāma
Abhisheka, true initiation, is born out of surrender. We open ourselves to the situation as it is, and then we make real communication with the teacher.