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mahayanapilgrim · 7 months

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The Kalachakra Six-Branch Yoga: A Deep Dive into Tantric Practice

**Introduction**

The Kalachakra Six-Branch Yoga, also known as "6-Fold Vajrayoga," is a profound and esoteric tantric practice within the Kalachakra Tantra tradition. It encompasses a series of advanced meditation and yoga techniques that are designed to transform the practitioner's perception, energy, and consciousness. While this article aims to shed light on this mystical practice, it is essential to approach it with caution and respect for its cultural and spiritual significance.

**The Six Branches of Kalachakra Yoga**

1. **Yoga of Withdrawal (So Sor Sdud Pa)**

In the first branch, the practitioner severs their attachment to the external world and begins to perceive "empty forms" or intangible manifestations of the mind. This yoga is practiced in complete darkness until signs of successful meditation arise.

2. **Yoga of Meditative Concentration (Bsam Gtan)**

Here, the practitioner unifies their perception of empty forms with interior awareness. The mind gradually engages these empty forms as sensible objects while abiding in equanimity.

3. **Yoga of Harnessing One's Life-force (Srog Rtsol)**

This branch involves merging perceptual awareness with empty forms. The practitioner performs vigorous methods to draw in and sustain the vital winds within the central channel and six chakras.

4. **Yoga of Retention ('Dzin Pa)**

In this stage, the practitioner mobilizes their life-force and unifies empty forms with the vital winds and perceptual awareness. They generate indestructible seminal spheres within the six chakras and fuse subtle essences with these spheres.

5. **Yoga of Recollection (Rjes Dran)**

The practitioner masters the subtle essences and draws forth the four joys, progressively increasing and stabilizing supreme immutable bliss and recognition of empty forms. Additional practices like "tummo" or "inner fire" may be performed at this stage.

6. **Yoga of Meditative Stabilization (Ting Nge 'Dzin)**

In the final branch, the practitioner relies on the awareness of supreme immutable bliss. The impure seminal spheres diffuse, and the adept accomplishes coalescence with the connate Kalachakra deity's enlightened body.

**Caution and Respect for Tantric Practices**

It is crucial to approach the study and practice of the Kalachakra Six-Branch Yoga, as well as other tantric practices, with utmost caution and respect. These practices are deeply rooted in Eastern spirituality and often involve secret teachings, initiation rituals, and a long history of tradition.

1. **Guidance from Qualified Teachers**: Seek guidance from qualified and experienced teachers who can provide proper instruction and ensure that you are ready for such advanced practices.

2. **Respect for Tradition**: Recognize that these practices are sacred to many and should not be taken lightly or sensationalized.

3. **Mindfulness and Intent**: Approach these practices with pure and sincere intentions for spiritual growth and self-realization rather than seeking quick or superficial results.

4. **Cultural Sensitivity**: Show respect for the cultural and spiritual heritage associated with tantric practices, and avoid appropriation or misinterpretation.

In conclusion, the Kalachakra Six-Branch Yoga is a complex and deeply spiritual practice that requires dedicated study and guidance. When approached with the appropriate respect and understanding, it can offer profound insights into the nature of consciousness and reality. However, it is not a path for everyone, and those interested should proceed with mindfulness and reverence for the tradition in which it is rooted.

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mantrapiece · 2 years

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Vajrapani belt buckle. Made of solid steel and brass. @mantrapiece . #mantrapiece #vajrapani #jaintr #vajrasattva #vajrayogini #vajravarahi #deityart #vajra #vajrayoga #deityhouseballoons #jainstuti #jainaproudmoore #jaina #vajramuni_ #deitybrooklyn #beltbuckle #hindudeity #vajrakilaya #vajrajourneys #vajramuni #jainism #jainsongs #jainbhajan #jainah #jainrecipe #vajratemple #jain_status #jain #deitywork #deityanimalrescue (at Los Angeles, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CdXhggDPBzb/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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massageyogaportland · 7 years

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Absolutely love being a part of this community. ❤️🙏🏼 #Repost @yogaforlifepdx (@get_repost) ・・・ Beautiful Universal Class this morning. So strong and calm through the challenging poses. #yogaforlifepdx #yogaforlife #freeyogispdx #vajrayoga #universalyoga #freeyogisofhyfl #yogaeverydamnday #instayoga #yogaeverywhere #yogisonfirepdx #yogalove #yogalife #yogaflow #breathesweatbliss #yoga #yogapdx #pdxyoga #portlandyoga #portlandyogascene #portland #ripcity #healthybody #instagood #healthandfitness #mississippiave (at Yoga for Life)

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clinteastwoodrocks · 4 years

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Still from the movie “The Grandmaster.” Source: @vajrayoga

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massageyogaportland · 7 years

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#Repost @hotyogaforlife (@get_repost) ・・・ Tomorrow is the big day!! Join Jessica and Ashley for a fun power flow at our Block Party Event! Parking lot opens at 5pm. Class starts at 6pm. Live music from @dj_hyfi, delicious pizza from @mississippipizzapub, refreshing beer from @elysianbrewing, and so much more! Bring a friend and a mat, and spend Saturday evening with us. 🙌🏼🤸🏼‍♀️🍺🍕 #freeyogispdx #vajrayoga #universalyoga #freeyogisofhyfl #yogaeverydamnday #instayoga #yogaeverywhere #yogisonfirepdx #yogalove #yogalife #fitfam #yogaflow #breathesweatbliss #yoga #yogapdx #pdxyoga #portlandyoga #portlandyogascene #portland #ripcity #healthybody #healthandfitness #pnwonderland #hyflblockparty #yogablockparty (at Hot Yoga for Life)

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massageyogaportland · 7 years

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On this hot day, it's time for some cool savings! Get 12 massages for the price of just 10! That's a year of putting your body and mind first in the comfort of your own home... because I go to you! Go to: massageyogaportland.com to save today! #freeyogispdx #vajrayoga #universalyoga #freeyogisofhyfl #yogaeverydamnday #instayoga #yogaeverywhere #yogisonfirepdx #yogalove #yogalife #fitfam #yogaflow #breathesweatbliss #yoga #yogapdx #pdxyoga #portlandyoga #portlandyogascene #portland #ripcity #healthybody #healthandfitness #pnwonderland

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massageyogaportland · 7 years

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#Repost @hotyogaforlife (@get_repost) ・・・ Just a couple days away!! We are gearing up for our annual summer yoga block party event on Saturday, Aug 5th! Elysian Brewing will be there, Mississippi Pizza, live music from DJ HyFi, and so much more! The event starts at 5pm, class is at 6pm with Ashley and Jessica leading a fun outdoor flow. Bring your mat and a friend! Get your tickets in advance and save! Only $7-$10 to join in the festivities. #hyflblockparty #yogablockparty #freeyogispdx #vajrayoga #universalyoga #freeyogisofhyfl #yogaeverydamnday #instayoga #yogaeverywhere #yogisonfirepdx #yogalove #yogalife #fitfam #yogaflow #breathesweatbliss #yoga #yogapdx #pdxyoga #portlandyoga #portlandyogascene #portland #ripcity #healthybody #healthandfitness #pnwonderland #mississippiave (at Hot Yoga for Life)

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massageyogaportland · 7 years

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It's National Nurses week! @portlandhealingspace was at OHSU treating nurses to massage, acupuncture, chiropractic, and even facials!! 💕 #nursesweek #nurse #ohsu freeyogispdx #vajrayoga #universalyoga #freeyogisofhyfl #yogaeverydamnday #instayoga #yogaeverywhere #yogisonfirepdx #yogalove #yogalife #fitfam #yogaflow #breathesweatbliss #yoga #yogapdx #pdxyoga #portlandyoga #portlandyogascene #portland #ripcity #healthybody #healthandfitness #pnwonderland #portlandhealingspace @ohsunews @ohsu_school_of_nursing (at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU))

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massageyogaportland · 7 years

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#Repost @hotyogaforlife ・・・ On a rainy day like today let's fill the room with our internal sunshine! Join these lovelies tonight for some hot yoga!! #freeyogispdx #vajrayoga #universalyoga #freeyogisofhyfl #yogaeverydamnday #yogisonfirepdx #breathesweatbliss #yoga #yogapdx #pdxyoga #portlandyoga #portlandyogascene #portland (at Hot Yoga for Life)

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massageyogaportland · 7 years

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I'll be leading a foam roller workshop on April 17th!! Learn techniques using a foam roller to help with back pain, sciatic issues, and general aches and pains. Be sure to sign up for the foam roller workshop in advance! Especially if you need a foam roller. 6"x36" foam rollers are included in the workshop if you don't have one. ☺ go to: massageyogaportland.com to sign up! #massageyogapdx #massagepdx #massage #freeyogispdx #vajrayoga #universalyoga #freeyogisofhyfl #yogaeverydamnday #yogisonfirepdx #breathesweatbliss #yoga #yogapdx #pdxyoga #portlandyoga #portlandyogascene #portland (at Hammer + Jacks)

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massageyogaportland · 7 years

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I couldn't NOT repost this! It's just too good! 😂😂😂 #freeyogispdx #vajrayoga #universalyoga #freeyogisofhyfl #yogaeverydamnday #yogisonfirepdx #breathesweatbliss #yoga #yogapdx #pdxyoga #portlandyoga #portlandyogascene

#breathesweatbliss #pdxyoga #portlandyoga #freeyogispdx #vajrayoga #yogisonfirepdx #portlandyogascene #yoga #yogapdx #universalyoga #freeyogisofhyfl #yogaeverydamnday

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massageyogaportland · 7 years

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Come flow with me tonight!! 5:45pm hot power Vinyasa at @hotyogaforlife ❤💪💪💪 #freeyogispdx #vajrayoga #universalyoga #freeyogisofhyfl #yogaeverydamnday #yogisonfirepdx #breathesweatbliss #yoga #yogapdx #pdxyoga #portlandyoga #portlandyogascene (at Portland State Campus Rec)

#breathesweatbliss #yogapdx #yogaeverydamnday #freeyogisofhyfl #yogisonfirepdx #portlandyoga #portlandyogascene #pdxyoga #universalyoga #vajrayoga #yoga #freeyogispdx

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massageyogaportland · 7 years

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#Repost @yogaforlifepdx (@get_repost) ・・・ Blending into the background and having fun between classes! Someone got the twinsie message to wear teal today! 😂 #yogaforlifepdx #yogaforlife #freeyogispdx #vajrayoga #universalyoga #freeyogisofhyfl #yogaeverydamnday #instayoga #yogaeverywhere #yogisonfirepdx #yogalove #yogalife #fitfam #yogaflow #breathesweatbliss #yoga #yogapdx #pdxyoga #portlandyoga #portlandyogascene #portland #ripcity #healthybody #selfcarematters #healthandfitness #pnwonderland #mississippiave (at Yoga for Life)

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massageyogaportland · 7 years

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Join me tonight for a fun side opening and twisty class! 🙌🏼 #Repost @hotyogaforlife (@get_repost) ・・・ Hatha, Power, and Deep Stretch! All in the same night! Join Lance, Steph, and AJ for a little heat and a little deep stretch. Thursday's are the perfect day to double up on classes. #yogaforlifepdx #yogaforlife #freeyogispdx #vajrayoga #universalyoga #freeyogisofhyfl #yogaeverydamnday #instayoga #yogaeverywhere #yogisonfirepdx #yogalove #yogalife #fitfam #yogaflow #breathesweatbliss #yoga #yogapdx #pdxyoga #portlandyoga #portlandyogascene #portland #ripcity #healthybody #selfcarematters #healthandfitness #pnwonderland #mississippiave (at Hot Yoga for Life)

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