Uvach in Rudri Question: Some of the scriptures progress/teach through a conversation between a God/Goddess and a devotee or Rishi. Why is there no particular conversation in the Rudrastadhyayi? Swamiji Says: The Rudrastadhyayi is Vedic. The Puranic scriptures occur in story form, but the Vedas are hymns of praise. Purusha Suktam Question: Are there different […]
Saints and Lineage
~~OM~~ Lineage of Sanyasis What are the different lineages established by Shankaracharya and why were they formed?Shankaracharya divided the Sannyasins into ten tribes called Dasnami: Bharati full of light Giri live in the mountains Puri live in cities Saraswati scholars Van live in forests Aranya live in groves Tirtha live in pilgrimage places Parvat live […]
Becoming Mad for God
In this age of darkness, fear of death has taken over the minds of us all. Ramakrishna and one of his disciples are engaged in a deep conversation regarding death. Ramakrishna says, “Look, God is the ocean of nectar. Don’t you have the desire to dive in and swim in the ocean of eternal bliss? […]
Respecting All Our Actions
Shree Maa has said how she has learned everything from her guru, Sri Ramakrishna. “When I was a young child, even from the age of l five years old, I used to help my grandmother in the household chores. One day I was sweeping the floor, and when I had finished cleaning the rooms, I […]
Chart of Nyasas
The Chart shows the various positions of the several Nyasas and is suitable to be blown up to poster size. It describes the mudras and indicates the locations for the various mantras of …read more
Navaratri Kumari Puja
Saptamī, the seventh day of Navaratri, is the day of Kumāri Pūjā. Kumāri literally means a young girl, and this pūjā, or worship, teaches us to see Divine Mother in a little girl – and ultimately in all of creation. Kumāri Pūjā is also an initiation to the young girl, for on that day She […]
Guru Mantra and Special Purpose Mantras
I understand that there is a need to be faithful to the Guru Mantra and that it should repeated it ceaselessly. How does one treat Special Purpose Mantras? Does one get “obligated” to a Deity after mantra takes effect (assuming that the Mantra is of a Higher Deity)? How does one safely thank the Deity […]
Nava Durga Stotram
The path to attaining perfection in all of our endeavors:
Oh Beautiful Mother!
Oh Beautiful Mother! Oh Beautiful Mother! You always give refuge To your children in need, Oh Glorious Mother! You provide a shelter, Universal Haven To the Children of Faith. Oh Radiant Mother! Your Grace is Limitless, Oh Great Divine Goddess. To the Hungry and Lost, To the Homeless and Poor, To the Unloved and Sad, […]
Samasti Chandi Tantra Bijamantratmaka
The Samasti Chandi Tantra Bijamantratmaka series of books contain all of the mantras of the Chandi Pathah and the Tantra Bijamantratmaka Guhyabija Namavali. It is our privilege to make these chanting books available to you free of charge, with only one request — that you do not turn our love and devotion which inspired these […]
Swami Nighantu
This is a glossary of the Sanskrit alphabet for the purpose of introducing the meanings of each letter. This glossary is based on Swamiji’s understanding of the Bija Nighantu, from the Dictionaries of the Tantra Sastras, and from Panini’s Grammar, as well as the many years of discussing these issues with Gurus, sadhus, priests, pandits, […]
Pongal Recipe (Shiva Rice)
This is a recipe for pongal from Shree Maa. She calls it “Shiva Rice” and it is a perfect dish to prepare on Monday, Shiva’s day.
Pitta Recipe
Pitta is a dessert preparation of thin pancakes with a sweet coconut filling. Shree Maa makes these delightful delicacies for special pujas and festivals, and they are beloved of deities and devotees alike!
Sapada Baksha Recipe
This is a recipe given by Lord Vishnu himself in the Satya Narayana Vrat, the story of the vow to speak and act in truth. Shree Maa prepares this sweet porridge every full moon to offer along with the story’s recitation.
Labra Recipe (5 types of vegetables)
Labra is the perfect festival dish. It’s five vegetables bring a variety of flavor, color, and texture, while spices add exotic aromas and taste to this healthy dish. When prepared and offered with purity and devotion, it nourishes the body, mind, and soul!
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