✦ JOURNAL
The Shiva University Blog
Teachings on the rishis, the 114 chakras, mudras, tantra and the Shaiva path.
Ganesha: The Remover of Obstacles and the Root Chakra
A devotional and scholarly exploration of Ganesha as Vighnaharta and his intimate relationship with the Muladhara (root) chakra in Shaiva-Tantric practice.
✦ ChakrasThe 114 Chakras: Why Western Yoga Only Teaches Seven
A devotional, scholarly explanation of the 114 chakras taught at Shiva University and why Western yoga emphasizes a simplified seven-chakra map.
✦ TantraVijnana Bhairava Tantra: 112 Doorways Shiva Gave to Parvati
An introduction to the Vijnana Bhairava Tantra: the 112 contemplative doorways Shiva revealed to Parvati for direct realization—history, practices, and guidance.
✦ RishisAgastya: The Siddhar Who Compressed the Cosmos
A devotional, scholarly account of Agastya, the great Siddhar who taught Tantra, alchemy, and the art of holding the macrocosm within the heart.
✦ KundaliniKundalini Explained: The Serpent Power of Shaiva Siddha
A Shaiva Siddha exposition of Kundalini: the coiled Shakti, its anatomy, awakening through sadhana and shaktipata, benefits, cautions, and the guru's role.
✦ MudrasThe 108 Mudras: Sacred Geometry of the Hands
A devotional and scholarly exploration of the 108 mudras in Shaiva tantra—how hand-geometry, mantra, breath and lineage unite as sacred practice at Shiva University.
✦ DeitiesNataraja: The Cosmic Dance of Creation and Dissolution
Nataraja: Shiva as cosmic dancer whose Ananda Tandava enacts creation, preservation, dissolution, concealment and grace — the tantric heart of Shaiva liberation.
✦ DeitiesKali and the Ten Mahavidyas: Wisdom Goddesses of Tantra
A devotional and scholarly exploration of Kali and the Ten Mahavidyas—the wisdom goddesses of Tantra—through Shaiva eyes and practice.
✦ Sacred TextsShiva Sutras: The Foundation of Kashmir Shaivism
A devotional, scholarly introduction to the Shiva Sutras — the aphorisms revealed to Vasugupta that ground Kashmir Shaivism's nondual path of recognition.
✦ SiddharsThe 18 Tamil Siddhars and the Science of Siddha Medicine
Devotional-scholarship on the Eighteen Tamil Siddhars and their living science of Siddha medicine—principles, alchemy, therapies and preservation at Shiva University.
✦ DeitiesArdhanarishvara: The Union of Shiva and Shakti Within You
Ardhanarishvara teaches the sacred unity of Shiva (consciousness) and Shakti (energy), guiding inner integration through tantric devotion, iconography, and practice.
✦ PranayamaPranayama for the Chakra System: Breath as Sacred Technology
A devotional, scholarly guide from Shiva University on using pranayama as sacred technology to purify nadīs, awaken the chakras, and harmonize Śakti–Śiva.
✦ RishisThe Saptarishis: Seven Seers Who Carry the Vedas
A devotional and scholarly exploration of the Saptarishis, the seven seers who preserve Vedic wisdom and its Shaiva transmission across time and lineage.
✦ YantrasSri Yantra: The Geometry of Consciousness
A devotional and scholarly exploration of the Sri Yantra as the geometric map of consciousness in Shaiva-Tantra practice, from Shiva University.
✦ DeitiesBhairava: The Fierce Face of Divine Compassion
Bhairava, fierce form of Shiva, destroys ego and grants liberation. This essay explores his iconography, tantric role, and living devotion in Shaiva tradition.
✦ ConsciousnessThe 16 Minds of Consciousness in Shaiva Psychology
A Shaiva-Tantric account of sixteen inner minds—mapped to tattva, citta, and practice—guiding devotion, insight, and liberation in Shiva University teachings.
✦ NagasNagas and the Serpent Wisdom of the Subtle Body
A devotional-scholar’s exploration of Nagas as guardians of kundalini and serpent wisdom in Shaiva-Tantra practice, with guidance for safe, devotional engagement.
✦ NavagrahaNavagraha: The Nine Planetary Forces and Your Sadhana
A Shaiva-Tantric guide to the Navagraha: the nine planetary forces, their meaning in sadhana, and practical ways to work with them through mantra, ritual, and inner alchemy.
✦ DeitiesMurugan: The Tamil God of Wisdom and the Spear of Discernment
Murugan, Tamil god of wisdom and victory, whose Vel pierces ignorance. A Shaiva-Tantric exploration of his symbolism, cult centers, practices, and devotional meaning.
✦ UniversityWhy Study Shaiva Sacred Sciences Online in the Age of AI
How Shaiva sacred sciences can be faithfully taught online today: combining devotional lineages, rigorous scholarship, and responsible AI to deepen sadhana and preserve tradition.