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Mahanirvana Tantra

The Mahanirvana Tantra is a significant scripture in certain branches of Hinduism, particularly Shaivism, that explores the philosophy and practices for achieving spiritual liberation or enlightenment. It emphasizes the worship of Shiva and the unity of the divine with the individual soul. The text combines ritual instructions, cosmology, and mystical teachings, often employing symbolic language to describe the journey of the soul towards ultimate liberation (nirvana). Overall, it serves as both a guide for spiritual practice and a philosophical treatise on understanding the nature of reality and divine consciousness.