Nithya Devathas, often revered within the Sri Vidya tradition, embody various divine forms that are essential for spiritual growth and understanding. The concept of Nithya Devathas emphasizes the importance of worshipping these deities to achieve higher levels of consciousness and fulfillment.
Importance of Nithya Devathas
Spiritual Connection: Nithya Devathas act as intercessors to unite devotees with the divine. By connecting with these forms, practitioners enhance their spiritual journey.
Energy Flow: Each Nithya Devatha represents unique energies and aspects of the universe, allowing devotees to harness specific vibrations for personal growth and healing.
Ritual Significance: Rituals performed in honor of Nithya Devathas are fundamental in Sri Vidya practices. These rituals are designed to align the practitioner’s energies with the cosmic forces represented by the deities.
Nithya Devathas in Practice
Meditation: Devotees often meditate on the forms of Nithya Devathas to imbibe their qualities and foster profound insight.
Chanting: Recitation of specific mantras associated with Nithya Devathas is believed to invoke their blessings, promoting peace and harmony.
Conclusion
Understanding and embracing the Nithya Devathas within the framework of Sri Vidya can lead to transformative experiences. They serve not only as spiritual guides but also as powerful symbols of inner strength and devotion.
Panchadasakhari as explained in Sree Soundaryalahari is provided here in audio format, Live from one of my classes with my student’s consent.
Kaadhi Vidya Soundaryalahari 32
Consists of fifteen akṣaras.
The three sets of letters ka, ye, ee, la [first four] Vaak Bhava Koota
Ha, sa, ka, ha, la [second five] Kamaraja Koota,Manmatha Koota
Sa, ka, la [third three] Sakthi Koota.
Total 12 letters , with these, add in the end of each set hreem;ka, ye, ee, la, hreem- Ha, sa, ka, ha, la, hreem-Sa, ka, la, hreem.
Panca Dasa akshari maha-mantra called “kaadi vidya” for which the first letter is ‘ka’ is referred indirectly. There are three parts for this called ‘kootaas’.The first is called vaaghbhava kootam for which the mantra is ka, ye, ee, la, hreem;This shines with brilliance of the pralaya kaala agni, starts from mooladhaara and reaches anaahata.The second is called kaamaraaja kootam for which the mantra is ha, sa, ka, ha, la, hreem;This possesses the brilliance of crores of suns, starts from anaahata and reaches aajnaa-cakra.The third is called sakti kootam for which the mantra is sa,ka, la, hreem;This shines with crores of candraprakaasa, starts from aajnaa cakra and widens through to the middle of lalata or forehead.
-Sowbhaagya vardhini of the Kaivalyaasrama refers thus –
‘This sloka also refers to lopaamudraa vidyaa called Haadi vidyaa and And also to durvaasa vidyaa referred by the trayodasa akshari mantra.Lopaamudraa vidya – or haadi vidyaa – Ha sa ka la hreem ha sa ka ha la hreem sa ka la hreemDurvaasa vidyaa or trayodasa akshari [13 letters] mantraHa sa ka la ha sa ka ha la sa ka la hreem.’
More to follow.
Sree Lalithambika in Suvasini Pooja in Secunderabad
śivaḥ – Śiva; śaktiḥ – Śakti; kāmaḥ – Manmatha (Cupid); kṣitiḥ – the Earth; atha – then; raviḥ – Sun; śītakiraṇaḥ – cool rays of Moon; smara – Manmatha (Cupid); haṁsaḥ – swan; śakra – Indra; tad anu ca – once again; parā – Brahmā; māra – Manmatha (Cupid); harayaḥ – Viṣṇu; amī – these (syllables); hṛllekhābhiḥ tisṛbhiḥ – with three hrīṁ-s (ह्रीं); avasāneṣu – at the end; ghaṭitā- connected with; bhajante – worshipping; varṇaḥ te – these syllables of Yours; tava – Yours; janani – Mother; nāma avayavatām – being part of Your names or the parts of your body in Saguna Upasana or the Attributes in Nirguna Aradhana .
Removal of Evil eye, Protection from forces that hinder Spiritual development. Protection from Black magic,Animals. Increases self confidence and self assurance. Clarity of thought.. Above all,Mukthi and Gnana are facilitated.
Date of Rig veda in Ramanisblog According to Ramanisblog, the date of the Rig Veda is subject to considerable debate, with modern scholarly estimates generally ranging between 2000 BCE to 1000 BCE[1]. However, Ramanisblog highlights that Hindu tradition considers the Vedas to be timeless and without a specific beginning[1]. Perspectives on Rig Veda Dating Ramanisblog…
Following in the Ai Generated transcript of the Navavarana Pooja Mantras . Recorded and sent to my Shishyas. This is being made public so that this secret knowledge is not lost to posterity. Those who want to be initiated may contact me through mail at ramanan50@gmail.com. Also they can contact through the comment column. If…
Introduction To Nirguna Saguna Sahasranama Aradhana.
Saguna means “with attributes.” Nirguna means “without attributes.” “Saguna Brahman” describes a God with (tangible) attributes. The term “Nirguna Brahman” describes a God with no (tangible) attributes.
One with Attributes, qualities,Saguna.The other Nirguna, without Attributes,Nirguna.The western thought explores the Universe through what is outside,the perceived.It is necessary to have something in us to perceive .For all we know, there may be things out there and if one does not se it or perceive it, one may never know it, aware of it.Awareness, which is the rudiment of Knowledge,, needs two things.That which is to one known and that which knows or is aware.‘We have the Mind as an instrument.We know things through the Mind.If the Mind is absent or dysfunctional, we will not know things out there or may not know them as they are.Hinduism makes further distinction.Mind is what interprets sensations and the Data received.The sensations or Data is received is through the Brain, which is just like a CPU, just receives.The job of sorting them out, collating adding value judgements is reserved for the Mind.The classification and addition of value judgments is by the Chitta that directs the mind.The Chitta is based on Human Dispositions.The dispositions of individuals vary.So what is out there varies .So logically what we perceive is not what IS but what we perceive as what IS.So Reality expresses itself in the way we want to perceive it.This is the reason why many Gods and Goddesses are found in Hinduism.Without accommodating the Mind to perceive by providing it with a Target, we can not know what is outside.Therefore knowing the limitations of the Mind, Hinduism prescribes different systems of worship.The target of worship may be an Idol, Symbol.Once the Mind gets focussed on this, it evolves to comprehend the Ultimate Reality without Attribute, Brahman.These procedures are like gradually moving from LKG to Ph.d.Once you obtain Ph.d , LKG seems to be irrational and look unnecessary.But without it, you could not have reached Ph.d level.Yet there are individuals who are equipped with dispositions to do Ph.d, that is to understand Reality without Attributes, Nirguna Brhaman.One Like Ramana MaharishiAdi Shankaracharya has provided a Stotra addressed to Nirguna Brahman which explains these.One may notice that all the Sahasranamas, Vishnu and Lalitha Sahasranamas have Saguna and Nirguna Brahma upasanas embedded in them.Lalitha Sahsranama has organised this better by allotting separate portions,like Saguna Aradhana, Nirguna Aradhana and the identification of Shiva and Shakthi in the same Text.
Nithya Devathas in Sri Vidya Nithya Devathas, often revered within the Sri Vidya tradition, embody various divine forms that are essential for spiritual growth and understanding. The concept of Nithya Devathas emphasizes the importance of worshipping these deities to achieve higher levels of consciousness and fulfillment. Importance of Nithya Devathas Nithya Devathas in Practice Conclusion…
Sree Durga Sapthasathi,Devi Mahatmiya is the most powerful Mantra of Durga. Palasruthi or the benefits of chanting is listed in the chant above. I shall be uploading all the Slokas and meaning . May Goddess Abhirami and Lalithambika Bless us All. You may download from ध्यानंविध्युद्धाम समप्रभां मृगपति स्कन्ध स्थितां भीषणां।कन्याभिः करवाल खेट विलसद्दस्ताभि रासेवितांहस्तैश्चक्र…
Brahman, a key concept in Hinduism, is the ultimate, unchanging reality beyond the physical world. It is described as omnipresent, infinite, and eternal. The concept of Brahman encompasses both Saguna (with attributes) and Nirguna (without attributes) manifestations. Saguna Brahman represents a God with tangible attributes, while Nirguna Brahman represents a God without tangible attributes. Understanding and realizing Brahman is central to various forms of Hindu worship and philosophical inquiry.
In Hindu philosophy, the human mind plays a crucial role in perceiving and interpreting the external world. According to Hindu thought, the mind interprets sensations and data received from the external world, with the brain acting as a receiver. However, it is the mind that processes and adds value judgments to this information through the faculty known as Chitta, which is influenced by individual dispositions.
Recognizing the limitations of the human mind, Hinduism prescribes various approaches to worship and spiritual practice. Different systems of worship are intended to gradually lead the mind from focusing on tangible forms, such as idols or symbols, to comprehending the ultimate reality without attributes, the Nirguna Brahman. This gradual progression is likened to the educational journey from kindergarten to obtaining a Ph.D. Individuals with predispositions for understanding the reality without attributes, like Ramana Maharishi and Adi Shankaracharya, are rare yet exemplify this profound understanding.
It is notable that Hindu scriptures, such as the Vishnu and Lalitha Sahasranamas, incorporate both Saguna and Nirguna aspects of Brahman worship. Lalitha Sahasranama, in particular, comprehensively organizes these aspects by allocating separate sections for Saguna and Nirguna worship, acknowledging the interplay of Shiva and Shakti within the same text.
In summary, the concept of Brahman in Hinduism encompasses both Saguna and Nirguna manifestations, reflecting the profound understanding of ultimate reality and the methods to realize it.
Nithya Devathas are the 15 goddesses who rule the 15 lunar phases or tithis in Hindu astrology. They are also the 15 aspects of the supreme goddess Lalita Tripura Sundari, who is the presiding deity of the Sri Chakra or Sri Yantra, a mystical diagram of nine interlocking triangles that represents the cosmos and the human body. The Nithya Devathas are worshipped in the innermost circle of the Sri Chakra, and each one has a specific mantra and dhyana sloka for meditation¹. They are also associated with the 15 syllables of the Panchadashakshari mantra, which is one of the most powerful mantras of Devi².
The names and attributes of the Nithya Devathas are as follows¹²:
Kameshwari: She is the goddess of desire and love. She is depicted as a beautiful woman with four arms, holding a noose, a goad, a sugarcane bow and a flower arrow. She is seated on a red lotus and wears red garments and ornaments. She is the ruler of the first tithi, Pratipada, in both Shukla and Krishna pakshas. Her mantra is: Aim Hreem Shreem Am Aim Sakala Hreem Nitya Klinne Mada Dravey Souh Am Kameshwari Nitya Shreepadukam Pujayami Tarpayami Namah.
Bhagamalini: She is the goddess of prosperity and beauty. She is depicted as a radiant woman with four arms, holding a lotus, a pomegranate, a mace and a discus. She is seated on a throne and wears yellow garments and ornaments. She is the ruler of the second tithi, Dwitiya, in both Shukla and Krishna pakshas. Her mantra is: Aim Hreem Shreem Am Aim Bhaga Bhuge Bhagini Bhagodari Bhagamale Bhagavahi Bhagaguhye Bhagayoni Bhaganipatini Sarvabhagavashankari Bhagaroope Nityaklinne Bhagaswaroope Sarvani Bhagani Mehyayanaya Varade Rete Surete Bhagaklinne Klinnadrave Kledaya Dravaya Amoghe Bhagavichche Kshubha Kshobhaya Sarva Sattvan Bhageshwari Aim Blum Jem Blum Bhem Blum Moem Blum Hem Blum Hem Klinne Sarvani Bhagani Me Vashamanaya Streem Hara Blem Hreem Am Bhagamalini Nitya Shreepadukam Pujayami Tarpayami Namah.
Nityaklinna: She is the goddess of bliss and compassion. She is depicted as a young woman with four arms, holding a book, a rosary, a vessel of nectar and a lotus. She is seated on a blue lotus and wears blue garments and ornaments. She is the ruler of the third tithi, Tritiya, in both Shukla and Krishna pakshas. Her mantra is: Aim Hreem Shreem Im Om Hreem Nityaklinne Mada Drave Svaha Im Nityaklinna Nitya Shreepadukam Pujayami Tarpayami Namah.
Bherunda: She is the goddess of power and courage. She is depicted as a fierce woman with four arms, holding a trident, a snake, a drum and a skull. She is seated on a corpse and wears red garments and ornaments. She is surrounded by flames and has two heads of birds. She is the ruler of the fourth tithi, Chaturthi, in both Shukla and Krishna pakshas. Her mantra is: Aim Hreem Shreem Eem Om Krom Bhrom Kraum Jhraum Chraum Jraum Svaha Eem Bherunda Nitya Shreepadukam Pujayami Tarpayami Namah.
Vahnivasini: She is the goddess of fire and illumination. She is depicted as a bright woman with four arms, holding a spear, a shield, a bow and an arrow. She is seated on a red lotus and wears red garments and ornaments. She has flames emanating from her body and rides on a lion. She is the ruler of the fifth tithi, Panchami, in both Shukla and Krishna pakshas. Her mantra is: Aim Hreem Shreem Uum Om Ugraroopini Vahnivasini Sarvagnyajnana Roopini Sarvashatru Samharini Sarvasampat Pradayini Sarvasiddhi Pradayini Sarvamangala Karini Sarvaroga Nivarini Sarvadukha Nivarini Sarvabhaya Nivarini Sarvananda Mayi Vahnivasini Nitya Shreepadukam Pujayami Tarpayami Namah.
जो लोग महालया पर मेरे ब्लॉग पोस्ट पढ़ते हैं, उन्हें पता होगा कि मैंने संकेत दिया था कि कुछ आहार प्रतिबंधों का पालन किया जाना है । लगभग एक साल पहले मैंने पोस्ट किया था कि भगवद गीता भोजन की आदतों के बारे में विस्तार से बोलती है और स्पष्टीकरण के साथ ग्रंथों को उद्धृत करती है । मैंने पिछले महालया पक्ष से पत्र के लिए इन आहार संबंधी सिफारिशों की कोशिश की है । जबकि मैं उन आध्यात्मिक लाभों पर टिप्पणी नहीं कर सकता जो अर्जित हो सकते थे, मैं निश्चित रूप से जोर दे सकता हूं कि मेरी मानसिक स्थिति और स्वभाव में आश्चर्यजनक सुधार हुआ था
वास्तव में मेरी पत्नी, बेटी और बेटा आश्चर्यचकित थे कि मैं दबाव में भी शांत था, क्रोध का अस्तित्व समाप्त हो गया था और मैं दूसरों को बिना किसी बाधा के धैर्यपूर्वक सुन रहा था, एक ऐसा गुण जिसका मैं आदी नहीं हूं । मैं महसूस कर सकता था कि मैं अबाधित रहा और वास्तव में मेरे आस-पास होने वाली चीजों को देख रहा था,भले ही इसमें मुझे शामिल किया गया हो, जैसे कि मैं एक दर्शक था । चीजों को करने में कोई जल्दी नहीं थी, कोई चिंता नहीं थी ।
सुबह उठते समय कोई भारीपन नहीं था । यह मैं केवल आहार के लिए विशेषता दे सकता था, क्योंकि इसके अलावा मेरी जीवन शैली में कोई महत्वपूर्ण बदलाव नहीं हुआ था । आप कोशिश क्यों नहीं करते”
आहार विवरण। बचें। सभी रूट सब्जियां, आलू की तरह । प्याज, लहसुन, मसलों. गाजर,बीन्स,ड्रमस्टिक,टमाटर,गोभी,बैंगन,चुकंदर,मूली जैसी सब्जियां । शामिल करें,
कच्चे पौधे, महिला की उंगली, पूसनिक्कई / बूथा कुम्बलक्कई इंडियन बीन्स (कोठावरनकई) अवारिक्कई, कड़वा गुड्स, नाग लौकी। दाल, घी, ताजा पका हुआ चावल। दोपहर 1 बजे के आसपास एक बार भोजन लें ।
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