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.
The myth and misinformation about E V Ramaswamy Naicker , popularly called EVR,Thanthai Periyar,( Father ,Learned Man) is to be called off .
EVR and Nehru. Image credit The commune.
False narratives about a man who married his adopted daughter, wrote to the British asking them to keep Tamil Nadu,Madras Presidency then ,under Britain’s rule,who called Tamil Language as Barbaric,Thirukkural the great ancient text on Morality in Tamil as ‘ Feces ‘ Malam, மலம்,who organised a meeting in Salem ,where Sree Ram’s photo was garlanded with chappals and His image was beaten with chappals , ridiculed, abused Brahmins, , Sanatana Dharma and Vedas are to be exposed forthright as today he is being portrayed as a social thinker and revolutionary and the architect of Rationalism in Tamilnadu.
On his statement to annihilate Brahmins Nehru write to Sree Kamaraj this,
Nehru on EVR to Kamaraj
Background.
EVR had once said “The first would be the destruction of the Congress party, the second the destruction of Hindu religion and the third the destruction of the domination of Brahmins. The third would automatically happen when the first two tasks were completed. Gandhi’s response was not to our satisfaction….
….need to burn the agraharams (Tamizh Brahmin house colonies) and murder atleast 1000 Tamizh Brahmins then we will do exactly that” declaring the date of genocide as 26th November 1957, the Constitution Day.
Reacting to this genocidical call, Nehru had written a letter to then Chief Minister of Madras K. Kamaraj saying that EVR’s call might lead to strong communal feeling which could even lead to murders. “I do hope that you will take adequate notice of this”, Nehru wrote in his letter to Kamaraj”
Anguished by the virulent vitriol spewed by EVR, Nehru shot off another letter to Kamaraj on 5 November 1957 in which he asked EVR to “be put in a lunatic asylum” and let his “perverted mind be treated there……Madras Legislative Councile Member A. Sreenivasan on 3 December 1957 had once again brought the attention of EVR’s genocide call to Nehru. Acknowledging his letter, he wrote back to him saying “I have seldom come across anything more primitive and barbarous in any country presuming to be civilized” adding that EVR and his group had to be dealt with an iron hand.It was against this backdrop to deal with the menace of EVR that the Madras Legislative Assembly passed the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Bill, 1957 on 11 November 1957 which sought to prevent insults to national symbols like the Indian Flag, Constitution, etc.Nehru once again wrote to Kamaraj on 4 December 1957, stating that EVR’s activities was the most barbarous thing that he had come across in a civilized country.It is this EVR who loathed Congress and was equally loathed by Nehru that the Congress is idolizing today.
There is furore that the States in India will be deprived of their Rights if Elections are conducted simultaneously for bot the Parliament and the States.
This procedure was set in the constitution of India.
The concept of “One Nation, One Election” is not new. In fact, as experts point out, it is as old as our Constitution.
After the Constitution was adopted in 1950, polls to the Lok Sabha and all state assemblies were held simultaneously every five years between 1951 and 1967.
India voted simultaneously for the Centre and states in 1952, 1957, 1962 and 1967.
The process ended as new states started emerging and some old ones were reorganised. It was completely discontinued after some legislative assemblies were dissolved in 1968-69.
The idea to revert to simultaneous polls was suggested in the annual report of the Election Commission in 1983. Later, the Law Commission report referred to it in 1999.
In 2014, when Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s BJP-led government came to power, the party made a strong pitch for “one nation, one election”. The government also frequently talked about its intention to implement it.
The Law Commission in 2018 submitted a draft report backing the idea of simultaneous polls. The commission also recommended changes to the electoral laws and constitutional provisions and examined the legal ….
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