Pratyabhijna Hridayam
The Pratyabhijna Hridayam is a significant text in the tradition of Kashmir Shaivism, a school of Shaivism that emphasizes the recognition (pratyabhijna) of one’s true nature as divine consciousness. The Pratyabhijna Hridayam, also known as the “Heart of Recognition,” is a concise yet profound philosophical treatise composed by the sage Kshemaraja, who was a disciple […]
Spanda Karikas
The Spanda Karikas, also known as the Spanda Karika or simply Spanda, is a seminal text in the philosophy of Kashmir Shaivism, a prominent school of Shaivism that emerged in the Kashmir region of India. The Spanda Karikas was composed by the philosopher-sage Vasugupta, who is also credited with the authorship of the Shiv Sutras. […]
Shiv Sutras
The Shiv Sutras are a set of aphorisms that form the foundation of the Shaiva Siddhanta philosophy, a major school of Shaivism. These sutras are attributed to the sage Vasugupta and are believed to have been revealed to him by Lord Shiv himself. The Shiv Sutras are considered one of the fundamental texts in Kashmir […]
Kulasara Tantra
The Kulasara Tantra is an important text within the Tantric tradition of Hinduism, specifically belonging to the Kaula lineage. It is considered one of the primary scriptures of the Kaula tradition, which emphasizes the worship of the divine in human form (Kula) and the integration of spiritual practice with worldly life. The Kulasara Tantra, like […]
Kashmir Shaivism
Kashmir Shaivism is a philosophical and spiritual tradition within Hinduism that emerged in the region of Kashmir, located in present-day India and Pakistan. It is one of the major schools of Shaivism, which venerates Lord Shiv as the supreme deity. Kashmir Shaivism is characterized by its profound metaphysical teachings, intricate philosophical discussions, and rich spiritual […]
Tantrasara
The “Tantrasara” is a significant text in the Tantric tradition of Hinduism. It is attributed to the Kashmiri Shaivite scholar Abhinavagupta, who was a prolific writer and philosopher in the 10th-11th centuries CE. The Tantrasara is considered one of Abhinavagupta’s major works, focusing on elucidating the principles and practices of Kashmir Shaivism. The Tantrasara covers […]