Tag Archives: ritual

Awareness is not Grasping

Each morning, my Tibetan housemate filled copper offering bowls to the brim with fresh water. She then walked slowly and steadily to the altar room, her gaze undistracted so as not to spill any precious drops along the way. Continue reading

With God to Our Right

Both in India and the West, there is tension about offering payment for spiritual teachings. Continue reading

Tantrik Achamanam

Achamanam is the sipping of water from the base of the palm of your right hand. It begins any kind of ritual practice. Continue reading