Bhasman meaning

Bhasman is singular and bhasma is plural. It

means -
1. chewing, devouring, consuming, pulverizing
which refers to the actions required for its
creation
2. Ashes which is pulverized a or calcined by
fire; churna is another name for that which is
just pulverised or powdered but not
consumed or calcined
3. bhasma-dhraa: sacred ashes smeared on
the body
Bhasma in Ayurveda
Bhasma in Ayurveda has been defined as
a substance obtained by calcination.
Use of both bhasma (Residue after
incineration calcined preparation) or
Pishti (powdered gem or metal) form along
with appropriate herbs for treatment of
critical ailments is a medicinal preparation
in Ayurveda and to some extent Unani
Indian branches of medical science using
natural curative methods.
Bhasma Preparation
Bhasma is a calcined preparation in which the
substance (gem, conch, bone or metal) is
converted into ash.
The substance is purified to remove impurities and
treated by triturating and macerating in herbal
extracts. The dough so obtained is calcinated to
obtain the ashes.
Substances include
1. gemstones (applied on forehead or consumed)
2. conch, skull, (sakha bhasma)
3. metals especially from gold (Svarna bhasma), silver
and copper (tamra bhasma).
4. Jasada Bhasma from Zinc is used for medicine.
5. Cow Dung [Snakes keep away from this]

BHASMA TYPES & RULES
iva Pura
Vidyevara Sahit
Chapter 34
Types of Bhasma
Bhasma
Mah Bhasma
(Mixture)
rauta
Smrta
Laukika
Svalpa Bhasma
(Single Source)
rauta
Smrta
Laukika
Veda Brhmaa , i, Mahari
Have to recite mantras to apply
All other Brhmaa
Have to recite mantras to apply
Everyone else
Mantras not required to apply
Best Bhasma
greya Bhasma is prepared by
burning cow dung cakes in the
yaja
iva Pura VS 24
Jbli Mahari is the great seer of
tripura
Jbli Upaniad is the source for all aiva,
vaiava and kta sects to follow for
applying their marks, particularly tripura
Pura is the mark or line made on the
forehead with ashes or coloring
substances to distinguish religious sects;
Tripura means three lines representing
the bh, bhuva and svarga loka
iva Pura VS 24.10-13
10.iva Tripura is straight while Viu
tripura is slanting
11.In any case, the slanting Viu tripura
should not be forgotten, else the doors of
moka are closed [learn the best way to
have both]
12.iva tripura is praised by Um and
Viu tripura is praised by Lakm
13.Those not using tripura are the
cala
Natural Lines on
Forehead
It is natural for man to
have three long lines
stretching across the
forehead, called the
lines of destiny
This destiny is written in
the forehead of every
creature
iva Bhasma each
dust is a iva Liga and
when it sticks to destiny
lines, it protects from
suffering intensity of
karma
Viu tilaka enhances
spiritual flame, by taking
thinking in right direction
iva Pura VS 24.19-22
19. Bring Ashes from iva-agni (after iva yaja).
Recite Trayyua mantra and apply on body as
per procedure. All sins and suffering go away
20. Use white ashes thrice a day (highest)
21. Those making tilaka (vertical line mark on
forehead) using white ashes will reach the level
of the bhta (moka)
22. Jbli warning: Never recite akar [iva
akar - o nama ivya or o ivya
nama, Viu akar o viave nama]
before taking bath. Similarly for tripura only
after bath
iva Pura VS 33-35
Bhasma application main mantra
33.Jbli teaches: tryabakka mantra (k
Veda maala 7, Mahari Vasiha) for
vaiya
34.packar mantra everyone else, no
limitations, caste no bar
35.Manu smti (marriage criteria)
paca brahma (iva five heads) mantra to be
used for house holders (married people)
Tryabakka mantra brahmachari (unmarried
people)
iva Pura VS 36-38
36.Aghora mantra People retired,
particularly in mountains (vnaprastha);
Okra mantra Sadhu, ascetics
37.ivoha mantra sanysa (renounced
all four ashrama) Vivekanandas song;
Ina mantra iva Yogi
38.These are the best ways to apply the
tripura; All must apply this at iva
sana the offering done after any
yaja by the brhmaa
BHASMA MAHMYA
Understand the greatest power in this manifested universe
Power of Bhasma
Just as fire burns on touch, knowingly or
unknowingly, Bhasma transmits its power
whether used knowingly or unknowingly
[24.42]
Prasad = remnants of offering to the gods. It
has power only after it is eaten by them.
utthista brahmanaspati devayanta stave
mahe.. k Veda [how anything becomes
prasad]
Bhasma is only confirmed prasad Agni
carries offerings to devat; ashes is real
prasad
Overcome Sins [24.43]
Bhasma [iva]
Everyone
Okra [Guru]
[Ascetics, Sanysa]
Gyatr Mantra [Srya]
3 Vara, Non-ascetics
Huge list of sins are
given in iva
Pura VS 24.54
61
Bhasma can
overcome the
negative power of
all that, especially
the dust that sticks
to the forehead
after full bhasma
bath each dust is
one iva Liga !
Bhasma bath is
greater than Gag
bath [24.63]
Bhasma opens path 24.67-72
Bhasma gives stay with
Vidydhara (holders of knowledge) = immense
knowledge of any subject
Gandharva (divine musicians) = expertise in fine
arts
Indra = Political or Governing power
Digpla = Others powers and knowledge
Those seeking love = many damsels! (sin!)
Long life, Disease free
Viu loka stay = longevity of 100 Brahma
Finally iva Syujya Moka [highest moka]

MUDR
Figure postures to enhance power
Median Nerve
A passageway from the wrist to the hand, the carpal tunnel is made of
tendons, ligaments and carpal bones. The median nerve passes
through the tunnel and provides sensation to your thumb, index finger,
middle finger and the middle finger side of the ring finger.
Finger terminology
Bhasma Finger
Right Hand
Thumb inverted
Middle Finger
Ring Finger
Warning!
Never use
Index Finger for
Bhasma
iva Pura
Vidyevara
24.86
Apna Vyu mudr
Gas in the stomach or in
body is removed by the
practice of this mudra.
medicine for Blood
pressure.
cures acidity.
headache and gastric
troubles; regulates bowel
movements.
perspiration of limbs.
Removes Toxins
Toothache, dental
body temperature.
Method:
Keep the index finger near the roots
of the thumbs (as in figure)
Press the middle and ring fingers
with the thumbs OR touch them
with thumb

Benefits: By practicing 5 to 20
minutes for 10 days, it gives relief
from high blood pressure, heart
trouble, heat emotions and
passions. It is also beneficial in
cases of sudden and massive heart
attacks.
Apna mudr
The Apna Mudr
balances mind removes
negative energy (sin)
patience, serenity,
confidence, inner
balance, harmony.
Power to develop Di
(vision, jyotia).
See future, remove
bdhaka, wishes fulfilled.
Touch the thumb, middle finger and
ring finger together OR Press the
middle and ring finger with thumb,
and simultaneously
Extend the index and pinky finger.
2 Variations
Liga mudr
immune system strong,
overall anatomy
increases body
temperature.
Loosens mucus collected
in lungs.
Reduce weight.
ENERGY POSTURE (iva Liga):
Method:
Intertwine fingers of the two hands
while raising any one thumb (2
variations). One thumb should
remain upright and is encircled with
the other thumb and the index
finger. Hands should be kept close
to the chest.

Benefits: By practicing for 1 to 5
minutes for 7 days, it is beneficial in
controlling coughs, colds, asthma,
paralysis, vibration, sinuses, and
low blood pressure.
1. Most of the mudr have two variations
2. The touch between fingers is for
peace (pacification, nti)
3. The suppression of any finger by the
thumb is using Agni to overcome the
negative of either of four tattva
BHASMA DHRAA
How to wear the Bhasma
Obtaining Bhasma
Two ways to bring the bhasma in contact
with your body (vibhti bhasma marking)
Tripura three line marking
Uddlana sprinkling or body
Choose the correct mantra based on rules
taught earlier
Get Bhasma from iva yaja or other
source and keep adequate quantity for
regular use


Receiving (Lifting)
Recite the following mantras and lift bhasma
using right hand thumb, middle and ring
fingers in apna mudr

| om nivti kalyai
nama
| om prati kalyai
nama
| om vidy kalyai
nama
| om nti kalyai nama
| om ntyatta
kalyai nama


Preparing (Mixing)
Bhasma is to be mixed with pure water while
reciting these six mantra
Also allowed to mix bhasma with sandal paste or
vermillion or such adornment for forehead
Pura permits
| om om hdayya nama

| om i irae svh
| om v ikyai vaa

| om ya kavacya h
| om na netratrayya
vaua
| om ma astrya pha
Various Levels
32 Vibhti
8 Vibhti
Saptari Nakatra
8 Vibhti
Sdhraa Vidy
5 Vibhti
Sdhraa Vidy
16 Vibhti
Paca rtra, kta
16 Vibhti
aiva
32 Vibhti
iva Pura VS 24.98-101
32 devat = excluding
ka, four tattva (4) agni,
ambu, bh, vyu
dasa digdea (10) + dasa
digpla (10)
+ aa vasu (8) - dhar,
dhruva, soma, pa, anila,
anala, pratyua, prabhta
Anuubh Chandas 32
akara (follower)
Paramehi Guru - iva
Tryambakkam mantra has
32 syllables
Head 1
Forehead 1
Two ears 2
Two eyes 2
Nose 1
Mouth 1
Neck 1
Two shoulders 2
Two elbows 2
Two wrists 2
Chest 1
Two ribs 2
Navel 1
Two sides of groin 2
Buttocks 1
Two upper thighs 2
Two thighs 2
Two knees 2
Two ankles 2
Two feet 2
TOTAL 32
ONLY ONE SYSTEM
Soasa (16) Vibhti
iva Pura VS 24.102-
105 [Paca Rtra, akt
method]
16 Devat of 16 Kal are
Paca iva, akt,
Rudra, Ia, Nrada
Nava-akt (Vm etc.)
Avin Kumra Nsatya
Dasra
Pra Chandra Kal 16
akara
Partpara Guru-Vysa
Head 1
Forehead 1
2 ears 2
Neck 1
2 Shoulders 2
2 Elbows 2
2 Wrists 2
Chest 1
Navel 1
2 Rib sides 1
Back 1
TOTAL 16
IVA PURA
TWO 16 X2 = 32
ukla Paka System 1
Soasa (16) Vibhti
iva Pura VS 24.106-109
[aiva Method]
16 Devat of 16 Kal are
iva-head, Chandra-
forehead, Rudra-left ear, Ka
{Brahma}-right ear, Vighnea-
mouth, Viu-rt. arm, r-lt.
arm, Sambhu-heart,
Prajpati-navel, Nga - Rt.
torso, Ngakany - lt. torso,
i-kany thighs; samudra
rt. foot, trtha lt. foot;
Vila back
Pra Chandra Kal 16
akara
Partpara Guru-Vysa
Head 1
Forehead 1
2 Ears 2
Mouth 1
2 Arms 2
Heart 1
Navel 1
Rt. Torsa 1
Lt. Torso 1
Thighs 2
Feet 2
Back 1
TOTAL 16
IVA PURA
TWO 16 X2 = 32
Ka Paka System 2
Aa (8) Vibhti
iva Pura VS 24.110-
111
Marci Mldhra,
Vasiha forehead,
Agirs rt.ear, Atri lt.
ear, Pulastya rt.
shoulder, Pulaha lt.
shoulder, Kratu heart,
Brahm navel
Aa dala (8 petal) padma
Akar = 1 mantra pada
Parama Guru r
akarcrya

Mldhra 1
Forehead 1
2 Ears 2
2 Shoulders 2
Heart 1
Navel 1
TOTAL 8
IVA PURA
Saptari [Nakatra Vidy]
5 Vibhti
iva Pura VS 24.112 -
113
Paca tattva; Packar
- 5 syllables
Guru Dka Guru
Forehead, Arms, Heart
and Navel are the five
parts
This is normally used
when one is in a public
place, temple etc.





Forehead 1
2 Arms 2
Heart 1
Navel 1
TOTAL 5
IVA PURA
Packar
[Sdhraa Vidy]
Sdhraa Vidy
How to apply the Bhasma on body parts with mantra
This is for everyone and can be taught without hesitation
iva Pura VS 24.114
Meditate on Lord iva

trinetra trigudhra
tridevajanaka iva
O! iva, with three eyes, the source of
three gua, the Holy Father of Brahma,
Viu and Rudra
Recite the packar and apply
tripura with apna vyu mudr
Start with middle and draw three
lines with thumb, middle and ring
finger
First to right eyebrow, then again
to left like two wings

nama ivya
Forehead 1
2 Torso (Ribs) 2
2 Forearms 2
2 Upper arms 2
Back under Head 1
TOTAL 8
Aa (8) Vibhti
Step 1: Forehead
IVA PURA
[Sdhraa Vidy]
iva Pura VS 24.115
Recite the following
mantra while applying the
three lines on the right
and left torso

bhy nama
Pray that this body be the
vehicle to digest every
learning and hold
knowledge

Forehead 1
2 Torso (Ribs) 2
2 Forearms 2
2 Upper arms 2
Back under Head 1
TOTAL 8
Aa (8) Vibhti
Step 2: Torso
IVA PURA
[Sdhraa Vidy]
iva Pura VS 24.115
Recite the following
mantra while applying the
three lines on the right
and left forearms

bjbhy nama
Pray that these arms have
the seeds of good karma
Forehead 1
2 Torso (Ribs) 2
2 Forearms 2
2 Upper arms 2
Back under Head 1
TOTAL 8
Aa (8) Vibhti
Step 3: Forearms
IVA PURA
[Sdhraa Vidy]
iva Pura VS 24.116
Recite the following
mantra while applying the
three lines on the left
Upper arm

pitbhy nama
Pray that these limbs
have the strength to
shoulder all family &
social responsibility
Forehead 1
2 Torso (Ribs) 2
2 Forearms 2
2 Upper arms 2
Back under Head 1
TOTAL 8
Aa (8) Vibhti
Step 4: Upper Arm
IVA PURA
[Sdhraa Vidy]
iva Pura VS 24.116
Recite the following
mantra while applying the
three lines on the right
Upper arms

umebhya nama
Pray that these limbs
have the strength to
uphold dharma
Forehead 1
2 Torso (Ribs) 2
2 Forearms 2
2 Upper arms 2
Back under Head 1
TOTAL 8
Aa (8) Vibhti
Step 4: Upper Arm
IVA PURA
[Sdhraa Vidy]
iva Pura VS 24.116
Recite the following
mantra while applying the
three lines on the back
(all) or back of head
(brhmaa)

bhmya nama
Pray that you shall rise
with twice the strength
every time you fall
Forehead 1
2 Torso (Ribs) 2
2 Forearms 2
2 Upper arms 2
Back under Head 1
TOTAL 8
Aa (8) Vibhti
Step 5: Back/Head
IVA PURA
[Sdhraa Vidy]
VEDIC WORLDWIDE
Vedic Knowledge was worldwide
With Kali Yuga, most lost it
Vaiava Tilaka
Aborigines of Australia use Tripura
An Aboriginal man entertains the crowd on the wharf with some fine playing of the didjeridoo. We
had a nice chat with one of them and he explained the markings on the body. The 3 lines that are
shaped like a tripundra denote purity of water. www.himalayanacademy.com
Much to learn
There is much to learn about the Bhasma
and even Brahma and Viu admit that
none other than the Holy Father iva
knows everything about it.
In this lesson we have shown the level to
which a human being can rise as well as
taught how to get started
May this be a good start for your rapid
learning