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An authoritative introduction to tantric history, theory, metaphysics and cultural expression by two authorities on the subject
Overview
In recent years, the West has shown a wide and enthusiastic interest in tantra and its application to everyday life. Though its roots are in Hinduism, tantra's goals are the universal ones of self-knowledge and liberated joy. Its methods and effects transcend geography and era.
Basing its approach on a historical and explanatory survey, this book deals in a detailed way with astronomy, astrology, alchemy and cosmology in tantrism. In addition, there is discussion of the different viewpoints of 'left-hand' and 'right-hand' tantrikas and their respective attitudes towards human sexuality and its place in ritual. The drawings and illustrations serve further to explain and instruct, thus providing a unique opportunity for close contact with one of the world's oldest practical methods of achieving an expanded and creative awareness of oneself.
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Book Details
Format: Paperback
Size: 24.8 x 18.7 cm
Extent: 208 pp
Illustrations: 148
Publication date: 17 July 1989
ISBN: 9780500270882
About the Author
Ajit Mookerjee has spent many years studying and living according to the tantric principles.
Madhu Khanna is a scholar of eastern and western philosophies.
Madhu Khanna is a scholar of eastern and western philosophies.
