Tibetan Tantric Vision

Book Detail

• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of Pages: 328
• Release Date: 01-01-2003
• EAN: 9788124602270
• Package Dimensions: 9.6 x 7.4 x 1.3 inches
• Languages: English

Description

This authoritative volume provides a comprehensive study of Tibetan Buddhism, with a focus on Tibetan Tantricism and its theory and practice. It delves into the historical, religious, and cultural evolution of Tibetan Buddhism, shedding light on its unique Vajrayana traditions, which represent the final phase of Buddhism in India.

Key topics covered include:

• Historical development of Tibetan Buddhism
• The significance of Tibetan Tantric beliefs
• Deities of the Vajrayana tradition and their symbolic meanings
• Philosophy and sadhana (spiritual practice) in Tibetan Tantricism
• Clarification of misconceptions and obscurantism surrounding the tradition

The book is enriched with illustrations, line drawings, and photographs, along with references to original Tibetan texts and the works of eminent scholars. Written in an accessible style, it serves as a valuable resource for both scholars and practitioners of Tibetan Buddhism.

Who Should Read This Book?

• Scholars of Buddhist studies and Vajrayana traditions
• Practitioners of Tibetan Buddhism
• Readers interested in Buddhist philosophy and iconography

Author Details

• Author: Krishna Ghosh Della Santina
• A distinguished scholar of Tibetan Buddhist philosophy, Krishna Ghosh Della Santina has extensively researched Tantric traditions, religious evolution, and Buddhist iconography.