Narada Pancaratra

Tantra is a Sanskrit term that refers to a diverse set of esoteric and ritualistic practices aimed at spiritual growth, self-realization, and union with the divine.The term "Tantra"means "loom"or "weave,"suggesting the interwoven nature of the physical and spiritual realms.Tantra encompasses a wide range of practices, including meditation, ritual worship, mantra recitation, visualization, and the use of yantras (sacred diagrams) and mudras (gestures). Pancharatra is a Sanskrit term that refers to a specific school of Vaishnavism, focusing on devotion to Lord Vishnu and his avatars, particularly Krishna.The term "Pancharatra"means "five nights"or "five divisions,"indicating its origin as a body of teachings revealed during five nights to the sage Narada.