This text is an absolute gem of the entire Shaiva-Yoga tradition. It’s aim is to resolve the issue of the nature of spirit, as well as our liberation through it.
This text is a complete method and path to enlightenment. Everyone who is initiated in the Shiva Bija will be guided through the stages of
• First, we focus on stabilizing spirit until we establish an unwavering steadfastness,
• Then, we resorb any dualistic opposites (pleasure-pain, inside-outside, etc.) into the Void, and
• Finally, we integrate it all and fix it in the Supreme Consciousness.
The yoga presented here engages the spiritual Heart and Sahasrara at the same time. It includes several spiritual practices, such as Kevala Kumbhaka, the reiterated effort of attention, the active renunciation of (and detachment from) the ego, invoking illuminating intuition etc.
In order to fully develop your supramental and spiritual power you will further be initiated into three mantras to remove inner obstacles and reunite with the Shivaic Consciousness.
Additionally, accompanying the study of the text we will explore:
• new and original approaches regarding practices such as ‘Ham-Sah’ meditation
• Kevala Kumbhaka Pranayama
• Shuddha Vikalpa (“I am Shiva”) Meditation
• Bhavana
Furthermore, and for the first time, you will learn the mysterious Shiva Mudras, which are practised directly as attitudes in consciousness (Khechari). They aim directly at Nirvikalpa Samadhi and the state of Unmana (as the full oneness with Shiva, ultimately both Nimilana and Unmilana Samadhi).
This outlook is maybe best summed up in the words of the author himself, who said:
“Establishing Shiva in your heart and yourself (your heart) in Shiva is the aim of Shivayogaratna”.
Jnânaprakâsha, Author of Shivayogaratna
Requirement:
Level 4 and up
