Hevajra Tantra
Hevajra Tantra is a tantric text in the Vajrayana Buddhist tradition.
Overview
The Hevajra Tantra is a major tantric scripture of the Vajrayana Buddhist tradition, particularly important in the Sakya school. It is named after the deity Hevajra, a form of Buddha.
Method/Content
The text contains rituals, mantras, and meditations centered on the deity Hevajra. It describes elaborate visualizations of the deity and his consort, as well as the performance of sacred dances and the use of tantric implements.
Purpose/Benefits
The practices are designed to lead to enlightenment by transforming the practitioner’s ordinary mind into wisdom. The tantra is also associated with protection and the removal of spiritual obstacles.
Verification Notes
- An important text in Tibetan Buddhism, especially the Sakya tradition.
- Translated and studied by scholars of Buddhist tantra.