Question asked by Anonymous
Hi pastors
Is the karmamudra practice with a consort apart of Vajroyaghini practice? I find this practice uncomfortable and never want to do it. I've been told that even married people can get a consort and do the mudra.
Also, if my Guru has passed away and they are not looking for the reincarnation per his wishes, is it ok to take a new Guru in the same school in order to continue receiving teachings and Empowerments thankyou
Dear Anonymous,
I cannot disclose if the Karmamudra practice is part of Vajra Yogini’s practice. However, within the Gelug tradition, the practice of taking a physical consort is not very much emphasised. That is because Lama Tsongkhapa emphasised monasticism and keeping monastic vows well, which means being celibate. However, even for lay people within the Gelug tradition, practising with a consort is also not encouraged. This is because both practitioners needs to be of a very high calibre, which most people are not at that level. That is why consort practice in Gelug is not done physically but through visualisation. This however, is an important part of certain Highest Yoga Tantric practice, but certainly not all of them.
If your guru is no longer physically with you anymore as they have entered Parinirvana, and you wish to take a new Guru within the same lineage, that is up to you. However, sometimes the guru may have left specific instructions regarding what his/her students should do after they have entered Parinirvana, like what Tsem Rinpoche did in Kechara. You should contact the senior students of your guru to find out more and ask for their advice. Thank you.