Tantrarāja Tantra

The Tantrarāja Tantra, known as the “king of tantras,” is a major Śrīvidyā text detailing the worship of Lalitā Tripurasundarī and the esoteric rituals of the Śrīcakra.

Content

The text presents doctrines on the nature of consciousness, the geometry and worship of the Śrīcakra, consecration rites, and the stages of spiritual attainment within the Śrīvidyā path.

Significance

It is regarded as one of the most authoritative sources for Śrīvidyā practice and has been extensively commented upon by later tradition holders.

Verification

Internal and external evidence supports 10th–11th century composition. Widely cited in Śrīvidyā commentarial literature.

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