Sakti And Sakta: Essays And Addresses On The Sakta Tantrasastra
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Edition: 5th ed.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Boards in good condition. Binding remains tight. Clean text.
This seminal work presents a profound examination of Tantric philosophy and practice. It meticulously details the intricate relationship between Sakti, the divine feminine energy, and Sakta, the worshipper of this cosmic power. The text argues for the spiritual significance of the Sakta tradition, illustrating its rich symbolism and profound metaphysical insights. Readers will find an authoritative and comprehensive account of a complex spiritual system, offering a deep understanding of its rituals, deities, and ultimate goals. It chronicles the historical and philosophical underpinnings of Tantra, providing an essential resource for students of Hinduism and comparative religion.
Author: Sir John Woodroffe
Format: Hardback
Published: 1959, Ganesh & Co. (Madras) Private Ltd., Madras 17
Edition: 5th ed.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Boards in good condition. Binding remains tight. Clean text.
This seminal work presents a profound examination of Tantric philosophy and practice. It meticulously details the intricate relationship between Sakti, the divine feminine energy, and Sakta, the worshipper of this cosmic power. The text argues for the spiritual significance of the Sakta tradition, illustrating its rich symbolism and profound metaphysical insights. Readers will find an authoritative and comprehensive account of a complex spiritual system, offering a deep understanding of its rituals, deities, and ultimate goals. It chronicles the historical and philosophical underpinnings of Tantra, providing an essential resource for students of Hinduism and comparative religion.