Tantra: Path of Ecstasy

Today's foremost yoga researcher offers a clear and lively introduction to the history, philosophy, and practice of the Tantric spiritual tradition

Tantra--often associated with Kundalini Yoga--is a fundamental dimension of Hinduism, emphasizing the cultivation of "divine power" (shakti) as a path to infinite bliss. Tantra has been widely misunderstood in the West, however, where its practices are often confused with eroticism and licentious morality. Tantra: The Path of Ecstasy dispels many common misconceptions, providing an accessible introduction to the history, philosophy, and practice of this extraordinary spiritual tradition.

The Tantric teachings are geared toward the attainment of enlightenment as well as spiritual power and are present not only in Hinduism but also Jainism and Vajrayana Buddhism. In this book, Georg Feuerstein offers readers a clear understanding of authentic Tantra, as well as appropriate guidance for spiritual practice and the attainment of higher consciousness.

Author: Georg Feuerstein
Publisher: Shambhala
Published: 07/28/1998
Pages: 336
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.01lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.05w x 0.88d
ISBN13: 9781570623042
ISBN10: 157062304X
BISAC Categories:
- Philosophy | Eastern
- Religion | Hinduism | Ritual & Practices
- Religion | Buddhism | General (see also Philosophy | Buddhist)

About the Author
Georg Feuerstein, PhD, (1947-2012) is internationally respected for his work on Yoga and is the author of over fifty books. He designed and taught several distance-learning courses on Yoga philosophy for Traditional Yoga Studies. For more information, go to www.traditionalyogastudies.com.