An Immersion on the Vijnana Bhairava:
An Online Meditation Series with Carlos Pomeda
The Vijnana Bhairava is an ancient text that is part of the tantric tradition in Hinduism. It is a dialogue between the god Shiva (Bhairava) and his consort Devi (Bhairavi), where Shiva reveals 112 meditation techniques or practices (dharanas) to attain higher consciousness and spiritual realization.
The word "Vijnana" translates to "consciousness" or "knowledge," and "Bhairava" refers to Shiva in his fierce or awe-inspiring aspect. The text is considered a profound exploration of various meditative techniques and is highly regarded in tantric philosophy and spiritual practices. Vijnana Bhairava Tantra covers a wide range of topics related to meditation, including breath awareness, visualization, concentration on energy centers (chakras), contemplation on various objects, and techniques involving sound and mantra. The practices outlined in the text are meant to help practitioners transcend the limitations of the mind and experience their own divine essence.
The text encourages individuals to explore their inner experiences and states of awareness through meditation and self-inquiry. Vijnana Bhairava Tantra has been studied and commented upon by various scholars and spiritual teachers throughout history. It remains a valuable resource for those on a spiritual path seeking deeper insights into meditation, self-awareness, and the nature of reality according to tantric teachings.
In this series, we will immerse ourselves in the nectarean ocean of meditative practices selected from this sublime text. As we progress through the various forms of meditation, the inner state becomes deeper and deeper, supported by our contemplation, analysis and discussions. The course is designed particularly to deepen our understanding and experience of meditation, to shift our internal state and anchor it firmly in internal, blissful awareness. It will be a true banquet for the soul.
Open to all levels of experience in meditation.
Recommended Reading Material:
Vijnana Bhairava by Laksman Joo
Vijnana Bhairava by Jaideva Singh
When: 10 sessions: June 3, 10,17, 24, July 1, 8, 15, 22 August 5,12, (skip July 29)
Mondays 6:00pm - 7.30pm at 6:00pm-7.30pm PDT Pacific Time.
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Cost: $200
Where? Online. You will receive the link in a reminder email 2 days before and 30 minutes before it starts.
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Carlos Pomeda: Originally from Madrid, Spain, Carlos has been steeped in all aspects of the yoga tradition during more than 40 years of practice and study. He spent 18 of those years as a monk of the Saraswati order, under the name Swami Gītānanda, including 9 years of traditional training and practice in India.
During this time he learned the various systems of Indian Philosophy and immersed himself in the practice of yoga, becoming one of the senior monks of the tradition and teaching meditation and philosophy to tens of thousands of students around the world. He combines this experience and traditional training with his academic background, which includes two Masters Degrees: one in Sanskrit, from U.C. Berkeley (where he has taught) and another one, in Religious Studies, from U.C. Santa Barbara. He is currently working on a book on the topic of “Karma and the Journey of the Soul”, as well as an updated History of Yoga and a new translation of the Śivasūtra, an important Tantric text of the Kashmiri tradition .
Carlos currently lives in the US, and travels extensively around the world conducting a variety of retreats, courses, seminars, workshops and lectures on the Wisdom of Yoga and related subjects.
As a teacher, Carlos is renowned for the breadth of his knowledge and the clarity with which he conveys it. His great love of the Indian yoga traditions, his insight, his humor and his deep connection with his audiences give him the ability to transmit the deepest scriptural teachings in a way that is clear, meaningful and applicable. Studying with Carlos is an enjoyable and transformative experience.
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