The tantric texts which are influenced by the Atharvana Veda speak of ten vidyas
or cultic goddesses whose worship is recommended for health and happiness in
this world and for liberation from rebirth. The ten vidyas are classified into
three groups, maha-vidyas or extraordinary vidyas, vidyas or ordinary vidyas and
siddha-vidyas or adept vidyas which are very arduous. The first among the
ordinary vidyas is Shodasi vidya or Sri-vidya.
The Sri-chakra is the representation of the Sri-vidya. It is the chief
instrument through which the mother goddess is propitiated. This book explains
in great detail the symbolism behind the Sri-chakra, the rituals involved in the
worship of