“Spiritual practice requires discipline and sincerity.”
This isn't a verse from the Kularnava Tantra. It is an idea from commentary on the text. For the text's own words, see the verses we've referenced.
About the text: Kularnava Tantra
The Kularnava Tantra is a Sanskrit text of the Kaula tantric tradition, framed as Shiva answering the goddess's questions, and dated by one reference work to between 1000 and 1400 CE. Its 17 chapters deal with the Kula path, the guru and disciple, initiation and worship.
More from the Kularnava Tantra
- “The Kaula path emphasizes divine harmony.”
- “He who does not strive for liberation in this birth wastes his rare opportunity.”
- “The Kaula path unites worldly enjoyment with spiritual realization.”
- “The human birth is a rare and precious opportunity.”
- “Material desires must be transformed into spiritual aspirations.”
- “The Guru-disciple relationship is sacred and transformative.”