Guest guest Posted April 30, 2004 Report Share Posted April 30, 2004 Principles of Yantra Since time immemorial, it is believed that mystical Yantras reveal inner basis of forms and shapes abounding in the universe. In this respect, whatever the outer structure, all matter consists of an intrinsic basic unity, the atom. Thus each aspect of the world can be seen in its structural form as a Yantra. Ancient Indian Shilpi- Yogins (Makers of Ritual Art) sought to identify the innermost structures of the universe by concentrating world-appearances through intense yogic vision into simple form equations. Yantras function as revelatory symbols of cosmic truths. They are serve as instructional charts of the spiritual aspect of human experience. All the primal shapes of a yantra are psychological symbols corresponding to inner states of human consciousness. Through constant ritual worship, Yantras shed dormancy and act as emblems of psychic power. In this respect, the Yantra moves beyond "form" and "function" thus becoming a "Shakti-rupa" (power diagram). Yantra holds a supreme status amongst metaphysical sciences and disciplines. Adepts mention Yantra as an entrance to all occult sciences and result-oriented accomplishments. Metaphorically, Yantras are abodes of all deities whose seats lie at some point, direction, region, corner or angle within a Yantra. The deities are elated at respective designated "places" in a Yantra. Yantras are also visual forms of Mantric energy. The power of a Yantra is designated in the same method as a building is hidden in architectural diagrams. Copyright: Rudra Centre, Mumbai, India. http://www.rudraksha-ratna.com/dispCategory.php?catId=12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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