(Continued...)
In
addition there is the Yantra-form for each devatA.
The form has lines, triangles, enclosures, circular or otherwise; these are not
just geometrical figures. Each of them has a meaning and significance. They have
extraordinary power. Each YantraM is set to absorb and bring
into focus the paramAtmA in the form of that devatA.
In addition to the repeated mental
recitation of the mantra, one does pUja to the YantraM also. Within the triangles of the Yantras and
other enclosures, the seedsyllables (bIja-aksharas)
corresponding to the mantra pertaining to the devata
would be inscribed. The very devatA that is the life of an idol
with arms and feet is also considered to be brought alive in the corresponding YantraM, In fact the YantraM is even more comprehensive; for it includes the
native residence of the devatA and all its accessory deities
within itself.
(Continued...)
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