The Three Effective Methods

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Tantra Illuminated with Dr. Christopher Wallis

Christopher Hareesh Wallis

64 episodes

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Tantra Illuminated with Dr. Christopher Wallis is a journey through the depths of the human experience, as viewed through the lens of the tradition called nondual Shaiva Tantra. This multi-format podcast, hosted by professional Sanskritist and scholar-practitioner Dr. Christopher Wallis, delves into the fascinating world of Classical Tantra and its intersections with philosophy, neuroscience, psychology, healing arts, and the broader world of spirituality. Discover how the ancient wisdom of Classical Tantra offers profound insights for today's world, and prepare to challenge conventional narratives about self, reality, and consciousness. The aim is to inspire, educate, and ignite transformative conversations. The podcast includes four types of episodes: conversations with prominent spiritual teachers and philosophers, readings of translations from luminous Sanskrit scriptures, guided meditations, and contemplative reflections. Discover a treasure trove of guided meditations, teachings and courses at tantrailluminated.org. Podcast Art by Jesse Molina camatkaracreative.com.

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The Three Effective Methods

Tantra Illuminated with Dr. Christopher Wallis

56 minutes 35 seconds

4 months ago

The Three Effective Methods

How can spiritual practice truly encompass the whole of our being—body, mind, and spirit?

This episode unpacks the teaching of the Three Upāyas—or “effective methods”—a foundational framework in non-dual Śaiva Tantra articulated by the great master Abhinavagupta. These methods are known as the Divine Method (śāmbhava-upāya, nonconceptual direct awareness), the Empowered Method (śākta-upāya, contemplation and working with the beliefs or thought-constructs), and the Embodied Method (āṇava-upāya, yogic practices involving breath, energy, and imagination). Far from abstract theory, this teaching helps illuminate how different kinds of spiritual practice function and why they matter. Listeners are guided through examples drawn from classic texts and everyday life, with reflections on how these methods interrelate and support a truly holistic path of awakening.

Discover a treasure trove of guided meditations, teachings, and courses at tantrailluminated.org.

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