The Secret of the Three Cities: An Introduction to Hindu Sakta

The Secret of the Three Cities: An Introduction to Hindu Sakta Tantrism

The esoteric Hindu traditions of Tantrism have profoundly influenced the development of Indian thought and civilization. Emerging from elements of yoga and wisdom traditions, shamanism, alchemy, eroticism, and folklore, Tantrism began to affect brahmanical Hinduism in the ninth century. Nevertheless, Tantrism and its key historical figures have been ignored by scholars. This accessible work introduces the concepts and practices of Hindu Sakta Tantrism to all those interested in Hinduism and the comparative study of religion.
Country USA
Brand University of Chicago Press
Manufacturer University of Chicago Press
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber xx, 308 p., 1 halftone, 13 line drawings
ReleaseDate 1998-06-15
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780226075709

The Secret of the Three Cities: An Introduction to Hindu Sakta Tantrism