INO Glossary: Yantra

INO Glossary: Yantra

Yantra hand embroidered by Rose Devi.
Kali Yantra

Yantra is a Sanskirt word that means machine, to sustain energy, or a geometrical design intended to represent a deity or serve as a vehicle for the deity’s energy or Shakti storage. Yantras are effective tools used for meditation and increased awareness. One well-known example of a yantra is the Shri Yantra.

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