Tantra Paths

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The two branches of Tantra

Tantra in the West has been interpreted almost exclusively as a spiritual sexual relationship, however, there is a Tantra based on meditative practices.

Traditional Tantra merged with Vedic culture, reaching a remarkable philosophical development and roads or dividing into two branches:

  • Dakshinamarga
  • Vamamarga


Tantra itself, which is a set of knowledge, both philosophical and practical, which is balanced properly, both paths.

1. Dakshinamarga



  • Also called Tantra the Way of the right or of the right hand.
  • It is based on sublimation and meditation.
  • Accepts the transformation of sexual energy, only in the form of sublimation, as recommended celibacy and chastity.
  • It is practiced by the sannyasin who abstain from sex, transmuting sexual energy into spiritual energy.
  • It falls into the stream which considers the world as an illusion that is necessary to transcend.
  • In this branch, all rites are performed symbolically.
  • It is the most popular and accepted by the Vedic orthodoxy as it is respectable and is usually followed in the monasteries.

2. Vámamarga



  • Also called Tantra the Way of the left or of the left hand.
  • It is practiced by kaula.
  • It is based on ritual practices including sex.
  • They use sex to reach enlightenment.
  • Point to the transmutation of sexual energy.
  • It is a hidden, quiet road, is the path of magic, special, mystical and psychic powers.
  • The science of this branch is only open to people who have been initiated by a master, as in rituals, every act has a special symbolism and significance.
  • Sex as a tool to achieve Liberation use.

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