Vaishnavas
Archives, Indology
Excuse me, there is nothing wrong in worshipping phallus or yoni
There is nothing wrong in worshiping, any of the body portions, be it phallus or yoni, or face, or the feet. What one worships or ... Read More
Archives, Indology
Nath, Siddhacharyas, and Sabar Tantra
The Naths were a heterodox tradition of siddhas – accomplished yogis – whose path assimilated various aspects of Tantra and Hatha Yoga. Read More
Archives, Indology
Demystifying Tantra- V: Magic, Sex, Distortions and Divinity
In this final article of the series, we will deal with the tantras of magic and for attainment of supernatural faculties, and conclude the classification ... Read More
Archives, Indology
Demystifying Tantra-IV: Shakta tantras, Kaula tantras, Mantrashastra and Nibandhas
It is quite evident that the tantras are a vast body of religious and spiritual literature, covering a large number of subjects Read More
Archives, Indology
Demystifying Tantra-III: Śaiva and Vaiṣṇava Tantras
In this essay we will continue our exploration of the tantras and delve into the classification of tantric texts. Read More