Young Man:
Greetings, Gurudev.
Gurudev:
Greetings, my son.
Young Man:
Gurudev, when we look at the world of Tantra and Mantra, we find the concepts of Tabeez (amulets) and Kavach (talismans) deeply intertwined with it. When did these come into existence? How did they originate? What is their significance in the realm of Tantra and Mantra?
Gurudev:
Look, from what I know, these did not exist in the Satya Yuga. There was no need for these amulets or talismans back then. In fact, they originated during the Treta Yuga, the time of Rama. Later, during the Dwapara Yuga, their presence became even more significant, and in the current Kali Yuga, they have become extremely common. Today, you will find almost everyone wearing some form of amulet or talisman.
Gurudev:
For instance, in the Treta Yuga, there was the Surya Kavach (Sun Talisman). In the Dwapara Yuga, Karna possessed a Surya Kavach, which Krishna eventually took from him by appearing in the guise of a Brahmin. So, talismans have held a great influence since ancient times, and that influence continues today.
Gurudev:
Nowadays, when people visit Tantriks, the first thing they are offered is an amulet. There are many types: the Kali Kavach, the Tara Kavach, the Kamakhya Kavach, the Dasha Mahavidya Kavach, or the Bagala Kavach. Their prices vary as well; for example, a Bagalamukhi Kavach can cost around 50,000 rupees, while a Kali Kavach might be 30,000, and a Tara Kavach 25,000.
Gurudev:
However, to create an effective amulet, one must have Siddhay (spiritual attainment). Without it, the amulet is useless. Many people today make amulets without any spiritual power, and as a result, the wearers see no benefit. People often come to me saying they wore an amulet from a certain place but it didn't work. To truly be authorized to create these, one must practice Japa (chanting), Tapa (penance), and Yajna (fire rituals) for at least 12 to 15 years. Only then do you gain the right to make them. If someone who has only practiced for a year makes an amulet, you can imagine how effective it will be.
Young Man:
So, what is the actual purpose of these amulets?
Gurudev:
Their primary purpose is to protect the body (Deha Bandhan). We create them to shield a person from major accidents or dangers. It is not necessarily for attracting money. While people might think they will get rich by wearing one, that is rarely the case. Their true value lies in health and protection. If a talisman is authentic, it can cure illnesses and protect the body. If a major accident is destined to happen, the talisman ensures it results in only a minor injury.
Young Man:
What about those intended for wealth?
Gurudev:
Some people ask for the Kubera or Dhanada Kavach for wealth. While these may bring in money, the money often doesn't stay; it comes and goes like a storm. This is why I suggest that instead of chasing wealth through amulets, one should wear a Tara or Kali amulet for protection and peace.
Gurudev:
There are specific auspicious times to create these. We follow traditional astrological alignments, such as when the Moon is in Leo, the Sun is in Cancer, Jupiter is in Pisces, or Saturn is in Scorpio. These combinations are very powerful for our work.
Young Man:
Are there specific rules for writing them?
Gurudev:
Yes. They must be written in specific locations: a cremation ground (Shashan), an open field, or an isolated house where no one lives. One must sit there and draw the Yantra of the deity. It takes time—sometimes up to a month—to complete the process of writing, performing rituals, and then placing it inside the amulet case.
Gurudev:
The best time to write them is after midnight. Anything written during the dark of night in a cremation ground or an isolated place is highly effective.
Young Man:
When you say "after midnight," do you mean the next day?
Gurudev:
No, we do not follow the British system where the day changes at midnight. In our tradition, a day lasts from one sunrise to the next sunrise. So, the entire night belongs to the same day.
Gurudev:
An amulet created after midnight in a cremation ground is a Siddha (perfected) amulet. I have created thousands of these in such places throughout my life. A truly powerful amulet can even make the Lord of Death, Yamraj, hesitate to approach you.
Young Man:
Are there rules for the person wearing it?
Gurudev:
The main rule we give is to avoid eating crab. Apart from that, they can go anywhere. Some people tell wearers to stay vegetarian or follow strict dietary rules for a certain period, but we don't impose those. Since our process involves the cremation ground and its elements, we simply tell people to go wherever they need to without fear.
Young Man:
We see many advertisements for amulets on TV and elsewhere promising results in minutes. How authentic are those?
Gurudev:
Look, a real amulet is a divine service, not a commercial product. You cannot "sell" an amulet for a fixed price. If I sell it to you for money, it becomes a transaction and loses its divine quality. People are charging 25,000 or 30,000 rupees, but I don't approve of that.
Gurudev:
There is also a risk for the person making the amulet. If the maker is not a Siddha and tries to remove someone else's planetary burden (Graha), that burden can transfer to the maker and even be fatal. I have seen many people die because they took on a burden they couldn't handle. To survive this, one must be a master of the Dasha Mahavidya (the ten Great Wisdom Goddesses). Because I have attained that, the planetary forces do not harm me.
Gurudev:
To create specific amulets for deities like Kamala, Bagala, or Chinnamasta, you must first please those deities through intense practice.
Young Man:
So, the spiritual power of the Guru is paramount?
Gurudev:
Absolutely. As Ramakrishna Paramahansa used to say, "Choose your Guru very carefully." If you take initiation from someone who knows nothing, your spiritual needs will never be met. I have seen many disciples of famous groups come to me because they weren't finding any results or peace there.
Gurudev:
Creating a Tabeez or Kavach is a complex process. It involves touching specific parts of the body and following ancient methods. Without this knowledge, it's just a piece of metal.
Young Man:
Thank you, Gurudev. This has cleared up many misconceptions about the world of Tantra and Mantra.
Gurudev:
Bless you, my son.
Spiritual Insight
This discourse reveals that authentic Tabeez and Kavach are not commercial products but sacred spiritual tools requiring years of dedicated practice (12-15 years of Japa, Tapa, and Yajna) to create effectively. The power of an amulet lies not in its material cost but in the Siddhi (spiritual attainment) of its maker. The specific requirements—creation in cremation grounds after midnight, proper astrological alignments, and mastery of the Dasha Mahavidya—demonstrate that spiritual protection is a serious science, not a quick fix. Gurudev's warning about planetary burdens transferring to unqualified makers reminds us that authentic Tantra requires both knowledge and the spiritual capacity to handle its forces.