The Indian Tantras; which are numerous; constitute the scripture (Sastra) of the Kaliyuga; and as such are a voluminous source of present and practical orthodox "Hinduism". The Tantra Sastra is; in fact; whatever be its historial origin; a development of the Karmakanda (using that term in the general sense of ritual section of the scripture); promulgated to meet the needs of that age. Siva says: "For the benefit of men of the Kali age; men bereft of energy and dependent for existence on the food they eat; the Kaula doctrine; O auspicious one! is given" (Ch. IX; verse 12). To the Tantras we must therefore look if we would understand aright both ritual; yoga; and sadhana of all kinds as they exist to-day; as also the general principles of which these practices are but the objective expression.
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