New Delhi: In today’s modern era, while many view magic and tantric rituals through the lens of science, the traditions of "warding off the evil eye" and "spiritual healing" remain deeply rooted in rural India and folklore. If you have ever listened closely to these mystical chants, one name appears repeatedly—'Lona Chamarin.' Who exactly was this woman, without whose mention even the most powerful tantric mantras are considered incomplete?
The history of Lona Chamarin is as mysterious as it is influential. She is revered as the presiding deity of Shabar Mantras. Shabar mantras are unique because they are composed in simple, colloquial dialects rather than complex Sanskrit, making them "Siddha" (perfected or effective) very quickly. These mantras often conclude with the line: "Duhai Lona Chamarin Ki" (I swear by the oath of Lona Chamarin). It is believed that invoking her name can avert even the most insurmountable obstacles.
According to historical accounts and local legends:
Education and Lineage: From childhood, Lona Chamarin was a disciple of 'Ismail Jogi,' a legendary tantric of his time. It was under his tutelage that she mastered the intricate nuances of the occult sciences.
Literary Evidence: Interestingly, Lona Chamarin is mentioned in Malik Muhammad Jayasi’s famous epic poem 'Padmavat,' which highlights her historical presence and widespread influence across centuries.
Scholarship and folklore from different regions offer various accounts of her life:
The Amritsar Connection: Some traditions believe she was a powerful sorceress from a village named 'Chamar' near Amritsar, Punjab.
Link to Guru Gorakhnath: Another school of thought suggests she was a disciple of Guru Gorakhnath and attained her supernatural powers through his divine blessings.
The Goga Ji Legend: In Rajasthani folklore, she is known as a devoted associate of the mother of Guru Goga Ji Maharaj, possessing specialized spiritual powers associated with the deity.
Lona Chamarin’s mantras were phrased in the common tongue of the masses rather than the rigid structure of Sanskrit, allowing them to spread rapidly through towns and villages. According to Tantra Shastra, her practices yield results very quickly. Even today, Shabar mantras associated with her name remain among the most searched topics on the internet for protection against the "evil eye" or "spiritual blockages."