# Introduction The Tantras are an uncommon scientific method that mostly survives in small tribal communities across the world. The Tantras are founded on the concept of the Mahabhuta, the practice that studies the universe through study of the self. # Mahabhuta Mahabhuta practice dictates that all elements cascade down a chain, revealing themselves one after another. Atma Vinya Akasha Vayu Teja Apa Prutha # Qi Qi is the essence of life energy and found in all living things. It is a source of power and possibility. # Scientific Branches