The Universal Yantra

What is a Yantra?

A Yantra is a geometrical diagram used as an aid in meditation, prayer or worship.

The Universal Yantra?

The Universal Yantra symbolizes the many ways and paths to Light & Truth.

Each of the 12 petals of the flower depicts a major cultural religion of the world.

This is the list of the religious symbols beginning at the 1 o’clock position:

1 - OM – symbol of Hinduism

2 - Star of David - symbol of Judaism

3 - Torii - symbol of Shinto

4 - Yin-Yang - symbol of Taoism

5 - Dharma Wheel - symbol of Buddhism

6 - Circle of Stars – symbolizing all other religions & spiritual paths not depicted

7 - Cross - symbol of Christianity

8 - Crescent Moon - symbol of Islam

9 - Khanda - symbol of Sikhism

10 - Pyramid - symbol of African Religions & Spirituality

11 - Medicine Wheel - symbol of Indigenous American Spirituality

12 - Empty Circle - symbolizing Skepticism, Agnosticism, Atheism, Irreligion

Exoteric vs Esoteric

Exoteric Knowledge is intended for, likely to be understood by, or popular among the general public. It is from the Greek, exoterikos, meaning "external, outside of".

Esoteric Knowledge is intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with specialized knowledge or interests. It is from the Greek, esoterikos, meaning "internal, inside of".