Buddhism Tibetan, India
Buddhism in the Eastern Himalayan sector has a special significance. Tibetan Tantric Buddhism has been introduced by Guru Padmasambhaba more than 400 years ago. The mystic Monasteries, belonging to the different sects & sub-sects of Mahayana Buddhism dominate the whole of Sikkim and Darjeeling Himalayas. There are numbers of Buddhist Monasteries in this region of which 20 are very important. Each one has its own fascinating history, generates tremendous interest among the visitors, be it the architectural feature or the spiritual message embedded in them. The Tantric factor has added to the legends and to the beliefs of Lamaism (Tantric Buddhism). The Lamas here are believed to have the power of flying from one place to another. The colors add to mystery and so do the mask dances. Discover the culture, where only peace prevails making this the Abode of the Gods. Our specially designed monastery tours gives you an opportunity to know the every details accepts of the Tantric Buddhism & the Tibetan culture of the Eastern Himalayas while exploring the monasteries of the region.
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The desire to practice the Tantra is motivated by some goals. There are many types of Tantric Buddhism has many forms according to motivation of the practitioner. There are some requirements or prerequisites for practicing Tantra according to Tantric Buddhism. In guidance of teacher disciples of Buddhism start some preliminary practices of Tantric Buddhism according to philosophers. Preliminary practices are given for new initiates before the practicing of Tantra.
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| Category |
Description |
| Definition |
Tibetan Buddhism is a form of Vajrayana Buddhism that incorporates Mahayana and Tantric elements, emphasizing meditation, rituals, and teachings from revered spiritual masters. |
| Origins |
Originated in Tibet around the 7th century CE, influenced by Indian Mahayana Buddhism and native Tibetan traditions. |
| Key Teachings |
Focuses on compassion, wisdom, reincarnation, karma, and enlightenment through the guidance of a Lama (spiritual teacher). |
| Main Scriptures |
Kangyur (Buddha’s teachings) and Tengyur (commentaries by Buddhist scholars). |
| Major Schools |
Gelug, Nyingma, Kagyu, and Sakya—each with unique spiritual practices and teachings. |
| Key Practices |
Includes meditation, deity visualization, mantra chanting, mandalas, mudras, and tantric rituals. |
| Role of the Dalai Lama |
The Dalai Lama is the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism and considered an incarnation of Avalokiteshvara (the Bodhisattva of Compassion). |
| View on Nirvana |
Nirvana is seen as a state of liberation achieved through wisdom, ethical living, and tantric practices. |
| Regions Practiced |
Primarily in Tibet, Nepal, Bhutan, Mongolia, and parts of India, with growing influence in the West. |
PRELIMINARIES TO TANTRA
"Tantra activates many powerful subtle energies in our body and mind and, if we do not have any mental training or discipline, this excess energy will take the path of least resistance through our negative emotions of attachment, jealousy, pride, egotism, and so on "- Lama Ganchen.
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SECRECY or Why Tantric Buddhist keep their mantra secret?
"Pure intellect, indeed, detached from soul, is the death of Man. Intellect, self-confident and isolated in arrogant complacency, does not ennoble Man. It humiliates him, deprives him of his personality. It kills that loving participation in the life of things and creatures of which the soul, with its emotions and intuitions, is capable. Intellect, by itself alone, is dead and also deadly - a principle of disintegration."
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Tantric practice is a highly advanced form of psycho-physical exercises in order to achieve transformation of one's body and mind quickly into the perfected state of a Buddha . Simply said, these methods are not without danger when used without the proper guidance and precautions. To avoid people getting involved in these practices without proper guidance, the practices are kept secret for people without explicit permission to practice from a qualified teacher. Often, teachers require disciples to do extensive practices before being allowed any permission; more about that is written in below paragraphs on prerequisites and preliminaries. So please keep in mind that the secrecy around tantra is basically for safety, just like it is proper to lock a gun away from the reach of children.
Whatever is included on these web pages about tantra is general knowledge which is allowed for uninitiated to read, and is intended to at least take away some misunderstandings about tantric practices.
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