A SWAMI is a Hindu religious teacher, typically one who has renounced the world and is living in a monastery or ashram. A GURU is another term for a Hindu religious teacher, often one who is more accessible to the public than a SWAMI. TANTRA is a type of Hinduism that focuses on rituals and practices to achieve spiritual liberation. An Ashram is a place of spiritual retreat, where people can go to learn from a GURU or SWAMI. Siva is a major Hindu deity, often associated with destruction and transformation. Ashrams are often dedicated to Siva, and many Hindus visit them to pay homage to him. A RABBI is a Jewish religious teacher, while a Rebbe is a more specific term for a Jewish spiritual leader.