Introduction Garuda (गरुड) comes from the root √gṛ (गृ), meaning to devour or seize. Thus, Garuda literally means “the devourer”— one who consumes poison, ignorance and bonds of karmic limitation. In hindu scriptures, he is also called Suparṇa, Vainateya, and Khagapati (Lord of Birds). Deshaja Meaning In Siddha Dharma’s Deshaja Parampara, Garuda means “the one
Introduction Shiva kalā is a profound sadhana practice in the Kulant Himalayan Siddha Tradition. The term is derived from: Shiva – Referring to Bhagwan Swachanda Bhairava, also known as Rudra, Mahesha and Bhagwan Shiva. kalā – Representing knowledge infused with Shakti, the divine energy. Shiva kalā is a Tantrik sadhana rooted in Deva Dharma, guiding
The sanskrit word ‘Kumbh’ means pot(a vessel) or a ghada in hindi. Kumbh parva is an important event in Himalayan Siddha Dharm celebrated every 6 or 12 years. It correlates with the partial or full revolution of brihaspati(jupiter) around the sun. The tradition of Kumbha holds immense significance in the Siddha Dharma. It symbolizes the
Nitya (नित्य) means forever or eternal, and mandala (मण्डल) means group. Nitya Mandala is a realm that is eternal and is beyond time. In Siddha Dharma we know about a great Maha Siddha who gave the sadhana of this Nitya Mandala. His name was Maha Siddha Vivaswan Nath (महासिद्ध विवस्वाननाथ). He is regarded as the
Maha Siddha Vivaswan Nath (महासिद्ध विवस्वाननाथ) is regarded as the sixth of the eighteen founders and reformers of the Siddha Dharma tradition. His life is marked by profound transformations, controversial philosophies and a pivotal role in shaping aspects of spiritual and martial traditions. There are no written books or scripture but the details of his
Introduction Siddha Dharma (सिद्ध धर्म) is the most ancient spiritual tradition originating in the Himalayas, characterized by its esoteric wisdom, nature-centric practices, and a profound understanding of the interplay between the cosmic and natural forces. Rooted in teachings attributed to Bhagwan Swachchhanda Bhairav Ji and Devi Kurukulla is also known as aghoreshwari, Siddha Dharma emphasizes
Introduction Ghora Kuṭa Gaṇa (घोर कूट गण) is a very important deity in the Himalayan Deva tradition. He is one of Lord Shiva’s Gaṇas. Ghora means frightening, fearsome, or astonishing. Kuṭa means complex, intricate, or complicated—something difficult to understand, follow, or describe. Gaṇa, in this context, implies a leader. Among the many different Gaṇas (attendants
Introduction Ākāsha (आकाश) means sky or cosmos. Yoginī (योगिनी) means Goddess Yogini. Thus, Ākāsha Yoginī (आकाश योगिनी) is the goddess who resides in Ākāsha (sky, space, or cosmos) or the goddess who is the Shakti from which the sky or space manifests. She is the fundamental Shakti of Ākāsha or sky. Ākāsha Yoginī has three
In the Siddha Dharma Tradition, Sambhala is regarded as a mystical and sacred kingdom. It is mentioned in the Ganai Bharta of Swachhanda Bhairav, Hindu Puranas, and the Sambhala Pravesh Tantra manuscript. The Sanskrit term ‘Sambhala’ is derived from two words: ‘Sam’ meaning equal, and ‘bhal,’ meaning forehead, symbolizing wisdom, knowledge, dharma, enlightenment, and free
What is Devabhisheka? The word ‘Devabhisheka’comes from two Sanskrit terms: ‘Deva’ meaning god or divinity, and ‘Abhishek’ refers to the sacred ritual of pouring divine water(liquid) on Bhairavs/Bharavis accompanied by the chanting of mantras. In its essence, Devabhisheka represents the consecration or anointment of divinity. Traditionally, it involves the ceremonial bathing of a deity’s image,