Sri Vidya represents the paramount path to achieving Atma Jnana (self-realisation). This practice encompasses Brahma Vidya and acts as a vehicle towards Moksha, the ultimate liberation. Sri Vidya Sadhana is a structured method allowing for exploring and understanding one’s true self, ultimately leading to self-realisation. Central to this sacred practice is worshipping the Sri Chakra Yantra) and Divine Mother Sri Lalitha Tripurasundari.

The primary deity (Adiṣṭhāna Devata) of Sri Vidya is Sri Lalitha Tripurasundari, who symbolises the unified divine aspects of Shiva and Devi, described as “Sri Shivaa Shiva Shakthaikya Roopini Lalithambika“.

As detailed in the ‘Sri Lalitha Rahasyanama Stotra’ of the Brahmanda Purana and the ‘Tripura Rahasya’ of Sri Guru Dattatreya, Sri Vidya Sadhana is considered a secretive practice (Rahasya Sadhana), imparted only to deserving disciples. The opportunity to learn Sri Vidya is seen as a sacred privilege, often believed to be attainable through the merits of past lives (poorva janma punya), and must be learned from an authentic Guru (master).

Sri Vidya encompasses a holistic approach, transitioning from Bahir Yoga (external yoga) to Antar Yoga (internal yoga). The practice begins with external rituals such as Mantra Japa (chanting), Yantra Puja (Sri Chakra and other Yantra worship), Nyasas (ritualistic gestures), Mudras (symbolic hand gestures), Homa (fire ritual), Dharana (concentration), and Dhyana (meditation). Ultimately, every breath of the practitioner (Sadhaka) becomes integral to the Sri Vidya sadhana.

Regarded as one of the most profound spiritual practices, Sri Vidya is celebrated for its dual promise of Bhoga (worldly enjoyment) and Moksha (liberation). Sri Lalitha Para Bhattarika assures that those who follow this path will attain both material prosperity and spiritual enlightenment, making it a unique sadhana that enriches worldly life and paves the way for self-realisation.