The Treatise of Sage Uromarishi - 100.

Protection lies in the feet of the Guru at the root circle Refers to the Mooladhara chakra at the base of the spine; protection lies in the Primal Cause that gathered the seeds of liberation; protection lies in the Supreme Brahman in the upper circle; protection lies in the Truth that stands beyond the limits of the Vedas. Having seen and spoken of the lunar nectar residing in the circle of time, and having calmed and removed the deceit of the mind, I have trusted the feet of the Great Siddhas of this world. Thus, I am the one known by the name Uromarishi Uromarishi is a legendary Siddha (perfected master) in Tamil tradition, often associated with longevity and alchemy. 1.

Among the five hundred verses I previously composed, I have now sung without error the path of Yoga (the spiritual practice of uniting the individual soul with the universal spirit). I have explained the foundation of Alchemy (the ancient art of transmuting base metals and seeking the elixir of life) without any doubts. Observe the science of the salt called Vazhalai (a specific alkaline salt, highly prized in Siddha medicine for its purifying properties), and how it strikes its own kind within itself. I have hidden the pure, fiery liquid which is the true essence, O virtuous ones. 2.

Observe that the three salts referred to as Vazhalai are described here without Paribhashai (coded or symbolic language used by Siddhas to keep secrets from the uninitiated); these are the practical methods. I have clearly spoken of the proportions of the five elements and the initiation for conquering death...