ABOUT
Tantra, Mantra, Yantra & Aghor Sadhana
Tantra is derived from the root words Tan (to expand) and Tra (to liberate). It is an ancient spiritual science that deals with channeling cosmic energy through rituals, symbols, and practices. Contrary to the common misunderstanding, Tantra is not just about external rituals; it is a spiritual technology that helps the seeker unite with the Divine Shakti. Through practices such as mantra recitation, yantra worship, mudras, and Kundalini awakening, Tantra aims to dissolve illusions (Maya) and elevate the practitioner to higher states of consciousness where material and spiritual life are balanced in harmony.
Mantra comes from Man (mind) and Tra (tool or vehicle), literally meaning “a tool to liberate the mind.” Mantras are sacred vibrational sounds, usually in Sanskrit, that connect the practitioner with specific divine energies. They can be single-syllable seed sounds (like Om, Hrim, Shrim, Krim), long hymns (such as the Durga Saptashati or Vishnu Sahasranama), or great universal invocations like the Gayatri Mantra and Om Namah Shivaya. Each mantra carries a unique spiritual frequency. Chanting a mantra purifies the mind, awakens spiritual awareness, and invites divine grace, while also bringing peace, prosperity, and protection in worldly life.
Yantra, on the other hand, is the visual counterpart of a mantra. While a mantra is sound-energy, a yantra is form-energy. It is a sacred geometric diagram that represents and channels divine vibrations. For example, the Shri Yantra embodies prosperity and spiritual growth, the Kali Yantra invokes protection and power, and the Baglamukhi Yantra is used to silence enemies and negative forces. Traditionally, yantras are drawn on copper plates, crystals, or sacred papers like bhojpatra and placed in homes, temples, or altars. By meditating upon a yantra or using it during rituals, the seeker can focus the mind, absorb cosmic energies, and manifest them into the physical world.
Aghor Sadhana is the most intense and fearless spiritual path connected to Lord Shiva. The word “Aghor” means “that which is beyond fear, illusion, and impurity.” Aghoris, the practitioners of this path, embrace all aspects of existence—pure or impure, life or death—as different forms of the Divine. Their practices often include meditation in cremation grounds (shmashan), invocation of fierce mantras such as Kreem Kali or Batuk Bhairava mantras, and rituals designed to transcend the dualities of human perception. Aghor Sadhana is not for the faint-hearted; it demands deep courage, discipline, and the guidance of a realized Guru. Yet, it is considered one of the fastest ways to attain spiritual powers (siddhis), fearlessness, and ultimately liberation (moksha).
our purpose
At SHIVKALI, our purpose is to be a guiding light for those seeking peace, clarity, and balance in life. We believe that every soul has the potential to rise above challenges, but sometimes the path becomes clouded by confusion, pain, or negative energies. Through the wisdom of Tantra, Mantra, Yantra, and Sadhana, we provide spiritual guidance, healing, and solutions that help people overcome obstacles and rediscover their inner strength.
We are not here to create fear or dependency, but to empower seekers with knowledge, awareness, and spiritual practices that awaken their own divine potential. Whether it is through mantra chanting, yantra energizing, meditation, or traditional sadhanas, our work is dedicated to bringing harmony in body, mind, and spirit.
Ultimately, our purpose is to serve as a medium of the Divine, helping people connect with higher consciousness, receive blessings of peace and prosperity, and move closer towards truth, liberation, and spiritual growth.