The Kalacakra Tantra Vol. 1

Book Detail

• Author: Niraj Kumar
• Brand: D.K. Printworld
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of Pages: 685
• Release Date: 01-01-2022
• EAN: 9788124610695
• Package Dimensions: 9.1 x 5.9 x 2.8 inches
• Languages: English

Description

The Kalacakra Tantra is regarded as the last major Tantric text composed in India before the decline of Buddhism. This profound work has significantly influenced various Asian regions over the past thousand years.

Key Highlights of the Book:

• First complete translation of the Kalacakra Tantra from Sanskrit to English with a detailed verse-by-verse commentary.
• Historical and geographical analysis of Sambhala and Oddiyana, the mysterious lands deeply associated with Kalacakra traditions.
• Study of the legendary Kalki kings, who are prophesied to restore dharma in the world.
• Exploration of the Vimalprabha Commentary, written in the 11th century, which serves as the primary traditional interpretation of Kalacakra.
• A fresh scholarly approach, providing new insights into the philosophy, cosmology, and esoteric teachings of Kalacakra Tantra.

This book serves as a valuable resource for scholars, practitioners, and historians interested in Buddhist Tantra, Vajrayana philosophy, and ancient Indic traditions.

Author Details

Niraj Kumar is a renowned scholar specializing in Buddhist Tantra, Indic history, and esoteric traditions. His research focuses on deciphering ancient texts, tracing their historical impact, and contextualizing them within modern interpretations. Through his meticulous translations and commentaries, Kumar has contributed significantly to the revival and understanding of Tantric wisdom in contemporary scholarship.