नादबिन्दुमयो वापि न चन्द्रार्धनिरोधिकाः |
न चक्रक्रमसम्भिन्नो न च शक्तिस्वरूपकः || १२ ||
The ancient yogic and tantric traditions have emphasized structured methods for a long time. These include Nāda (divine sound), Bindu (subtle energy point), chakra systems, and the power of Shakti. They are used as tools for spiritual awakening. These methods provide a framework for the seeker, guiding them toward self-realization. However, true realization lies beyond all techniques, forms, and concepts.
“Nāda-Bindu-mayo vāpi na Chandrārdha-nirodhikāḥ |
Na Chakra-krama-sambhinno na cha Shakti-svarūpakaḥ || 12 ||”
reminds us that the ultimate truth, the Supreme Reality, is not confined to any process, energy system, or yogic framework. It transcends all that we perceive and practice.
Nāda and Bindu – The Sound and Point of Creation
Nāda refers to the primordial sound, the cosmic vibration that resonates through existence. Bindu is the infinitesimal point of energy, the seed of all creation. Many traditions focus on these as essential elements of spiritual progress, yet the verse states that the highest truth is not bound by Nāda or Bindu.
- Chandraradha (Half-Moon) – The Lunar Energy
The half-moon is a symbol of Soma, the divine nectar, and is associated with higher consciousness and mental clarity. It represents certain tantric processes that regulate and elevate consciousness. Yet, this verse affirms that the supreme truth is not restricted by any such mechanism. - Chakra-Krama – The System of Energy Centers
Many yogic traditions emphasize the movement of Kundalini through the chakras. The structured unfolding of energy through Mūlādhāra, Svādhiṣṭhāna, Maṇipūra, Anāhata, Viśuddhi, Ājñā, and Sahasrāra is seen as essential for enlightenment. Yet, this verse states that the highest reality does not depend on this system—it exists beyond it. - Shakti-Svarūpa – The Manifest Power
Shakti is the cosmic energy, the dynamic force behind all creation. Many paths focus on awakening and harnessing Shakti. However, the verse asserts that the supreme reality is not merely the embodiment of Shakti. It is beyond energy, beyond movement, beyond any limited form of power.
This verse directly challenges the common perception that spiritual enlightenment is attained solely through structured systems. While Nāda, Bindu, chakras, and Shakti are powerful tools, they are not the final reality. The supreme truth cannot be confined within any particular methodology—it is formless, boundless, and infinite.
Many seekers become attached to processes and techniques, believing that these alone will lead them to realization. However, the highest truth is not attained by following a system—it is realized by transcending all systems.
This aligns with Advaita (non-dual) philosophy. It teaches that enlightenment is not about reaching a state. Rather, it is about recognizing what has always been present. The supreme self is already free—it does not require movement, techniques, or energy shifts. It simply is.
For the sincere seeker, this verse serves as both a guide and a warning.
- A guide, because it reveals that the ultimate state is already present, beyond all practices.
- A warning. It reminds us not to get trapped in the illusion. Structured techniques alone will not lead to realization.
Practices like meditation, mantra, tantra, and energy work are invaluable. However, at some point, the seeker must let go of even these. The final step in the journey is to surrender all structures and dissolve into the pure, infinite, formless truth.
This verse serves as a profound reminder. Spiritual growth is not about acquiring, achieving, or controlling. It is about dissolving, surrendering, and realizing.
The supreme truth is not found in sound. It is not found in energy, chakras, or even in divine power itself. It is beyond all concepts, beyond all dualities, beyond all seeking.
To know the truth, one must transcend all frameworks, all techniques, and even the idea of seeking itself. That which remains is pure awareness, absolute stillness, and infinite being.
This is the ultimate realization. Maitreya Rudrabhayananda Excerpt from “Shiva’s Whisper: Unraveling Vijnana Bhairava Tantra“
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