Tantra- A misrepresented fact

'Tantra' the most misrepresented and misused word. What is Tantra? It is an universal science, which is the part of vedas, that deals with the transition of human nature from the present level of evolution and understanding to a transcendental level of knowledge. There are 64 tantric texts. The word Tantra is derived from the combination of two words, "tanoti" which means to expand and "trayate" means to liberate. Tantra put forward a concept and discipline which enables the follower to perceive the world without any perception. It has a set of rules for ritual worships, discipline and meditation techniques for the attainment of supernatural powers. People used to and still connect Sex with Tantra.Often, the term Tantra was misused for their personal benefits by exploiting the ignorant world. Certainly, Tantra is considering sex, but at the same time, it won't make you the slave of your desire but it helps to master it. It refers, that the sexual energy can be used for the transcendental purpose. "Maithuna" fusion of male and female energies is of the five 'makaras ' dealt in Tantric philosophy (Makaras- actions or sadanas starts with the M sound).So next time when you come across the sound Tantra, remember it has to be something that expands your awareness and liberate your consciousness from the clutches of your own ego........