Publications & Courses
Publicaciones y cursos
Mahāśivarātri
Observance
February 26th | 12:00 - 14:00 EST / New York City time
This Śivaratri, Mā Uma Pārvatī, will share stories from Kālidāsa's Kumārasambhava, depicting the marriage of Shiva and Shakti, which symbolizes the union of our inner Shiva and Shakti.
For those in New York City and eastward into Europe, Shivaratri will fall on the evening of February 26th. However, for those west of New York City and to the West Coast, Shivaratri will align with the evening of February 25th.
Whether you are concluding or beginning your Mahāśivarātri practice please join us!
Saundarya Laharī: The Summit of Beauty in Śrī Vidyā
Saturday, March 8th | 12:00 - 13:30 EST / New York City Time
Saundarya Laharī is an exquisite text comprising 100 poems of unparalleled beauty and devotion within the tradition of Śrī Vidyā.
A personal favorite of Mā Umā Pārvatī, Saundarya Laharī serves as a gateway to the heart of Śrī Vidyā Tantra.
This session will introduce Saundarya Laharī by exploring its poetic brilliance, including reciting select verses.
The Night Shift~ Dream Language and Images from Śrī Vidyā Tantra
Sunday, March 9th | 12:00 - 14:00 EST / New York City Time
Join us for an exploration of dreams through the lens of Śrī Vidyā, revealing the subtle layers of dream states rooted in the śāstric view of dreams as guides and teachers.
Dreams hold an essential place in sādhana, offering insight and direction. This session provides an introduction to working with dreams through the Śrī Vidyā methodology as tools for practice.
Maa will translate a few dreams.
Vāg Devī Online Retreat
Friday Jan. 31 - Sunday Feb. 2, 2025
An immersion in the practices of Mātṛkā, Sarasvatī, and Parā, with Parā introduced at a beginner’s level. Maa will lead this online retreat while in retreat mode herself.
Must have strong meditation and mantra practice.
Familiarity with Sarasvatī and/or Sanskrit akṣaras is ideal.
Recordings will be available.
Spanish translations will be available.
A Call to Silence: The Secret of Self-Retreat
The First Book in Mā Umā Pārvatī’s Rahasya Yoginī Series
In this teaching, A Call to Silence: The Secret of Self Retreat, Mā Umā Pārvatī leads you into the heart of retreat, offering sacred teachings that awaken the transformative power of silence. This is not just a book—it’s a guide into the depths of spiritual practice, offering glimpses of Ma’s own path while helping you integrate retreat into your life, no matter how much or how little time you can dedicate.
English only at this time.
Karma from the Point of View of Teachers
March 22 - 23 (Online only)
Join Mā Umā-Pārvati for a special online event exploring the role of karma in teaching and guiding others. These sessions will explore how karma is absorbed and navigated by those who guide mantra and energetic practices.
Teachers from any tradition who wish to deepen their understanding of how karma influences and is processed in their work.
Recordings of the sessions will be available for participants. Spanish translations will also be provided to ensure accessibility for a wider audience.
Sipping Moonlight Poetry Book
English only.
Poems from a Forest Path. This is Maa Parvathi's first book of poetry offering a flow of beauty and wisdom from the path. Available with audio of Maa reading each of the poems. Not available in Spanish.
Journey to Oḍḍiyāṇa Poetry
Poems, songs, musings - a short guide for the weary traveler. Step into the mystical realm of Oḍḍiyāṇa through the revelatory verses of Mā Umā-Pārvatī. This purchase comes with audios of Maa reading the poems.
Prakāśa-Vimarśa Booklet
Versión en español disponible.
A booklet in PDF form, about Tripura Sundarī's primordial upsurge to reflect and reveal the Oneness of Śiva. This is the foundation of dhyāna, which is often translated as meditation or visualization.
Śrī Vidyā Sādhana Manual
Traducción al español incluida en el libro.
This is a beautiful and handy booklet with the daily practices for a Śrī Vidyā practitioner in one booklet. Included are original images of the Nityā Devyāḥ to enhance the precision and feeling of your daily practice.
Open Teachings & Practices
Traducciones al español.
Various teachings and practices available at no cost. These include Getting Started in Śrī Vidyā, teachings & practices for sacred days, mythological storytelling and more. Register for free to receive notice of new offers.
Chandi Mā - Chandi Path Teachings
Traducciones al español disponibles.
In these times of worldwide instability and fear, practicing with Ugra or fierce devatas is very important. Chandi Mā is thought to be one of the best and fastest practices for this era of Kaliyuga, as well as a way to tangibly contribute to the dharmic welfare of the world. These sessions have profound teachings for everyone, from new to very experienced practitioners.
Khaḍgamālā Sādhana & Teachings
Traducciones al español disponibles.
The Mahāmantra of Mahātripurasundarī, the devotional jewel of wisdom and beauty (bhaktichintāmaṇi) that confers, power and protection to the aspirant giving the jewel of wisdom, discernment and the one power that can never be taken, eroded or corrupted. Both the simple and long lunar cycle of the practice will be studied and practiced.
Healing Mantras Retreat
Recordings Available.
Traducciones al español disponibles.
Maa hosted this online retreat while in retreat mode herself, providing healing mantras and guiding participants through practice. Let your body, heart, and mind heal to be a strong vessel for Consciousness and to be awake in the world.
Nityā Devyāḥ Sādhana & Teachings
Traducciones al español disponibles.
Nityā Devyāḥ are the display of eternity in the sequence of time. Each one is a power and rasa of Mahātripurasundarī displaying and enacting Her strength in the time matrix. As the power and current of eternity, the Nityā Devyāḥ are unlimited in their strength and grace. It is essential to connect with them to experience our timelessness and abide in our totality.
Śūlinī Durgā Sādhanā & Teachings
Traducciones al español disponibles.
Durgā is legendary for relieving difficulties. This "secret" manifestation of Durgā is outwardly fierce, yet benevolent and gracious to Her devotees, usually giving immediate relief to difficulties. She is called Śūlinī Durgā but is more a direct manifestation of Tripurasundarī. This is not a sādhanā for absolute beginners.
Śhyāmā Sādhana & Teachings
Traducciones al español disponibles.
Śhyāmā is Tripurasundarī's manifestation as love, wisdom and silence. Her energy descends with silence and stillness like newly fallen snow as She imparts Her majestic wisdom and attunes us to the depths of our hearts. As the source energy for all art and sciences, She also increases creativity and synthesizes intelligence. A foundational sādhana in this Śrī Vidyā lineage.
Śhyāma Expanded Sādhana
The Divine Tapestry of Śhyāma's Attendants
This special offering builds upon the foundational principles of the Śyāma sādhana, offering additional dimensions and practices for those desiring to deepen their connection and practice.
These practices do not stand alone but are meant to expand and be integrated with your current Śhyāma practices.
Tri Devī in Śrī Vidyā
Exploring the Divine Feminine through the Tri Devī Goddesses with Mā Umā-Pārvatī
Traducciones al español disponibles.
Delve into the profound spiritual significance of the Tri Devī - the divine feminine trinity comprising MahaKālī, MahāLakṣmī, and MahaSarasvatī. Teachings and practice.
Currently in progress, with recordings available.
Parāmbika Teachings & Sādhana
Closed / Cerrado
Parāmbika is the transcendental aspect of Tripura Sundarī. She is direct knowing, flashing of recognition, and the innate intuition that grasps the Oneness in the manifold.
This course is not currently available. Email [email protected] for more information.
Tripurasundarī Sāgara Sādhanā & Teachings
Traducciones al español disponibles.
This sādhanā is a profound immersion into the multi-faceted practices of Tripurasundarī, the summit of devotion, wisdom and realization.
Sāgara means ocean and we dive deeply into Her nectar ocean of beauty and power.
This course is not currently available. Email [email protected] for more information.
Question & Answer Session for Teachers of Meditation, Mantra, Tantra, and Śrī Vidyā with Mā Umā-Pārvatī
Closed / Cerrado
For seasoned and beginning teachers of meditation, mantra, tantra, and Śrī Vidyā who are looking to deepen their practice and enhance their teaching skills.
This session is not available. Email [email protected] for more information.
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