{"product_id":"the-oxford-handbook-of-tantric-studies","title":"The Oxford Handbook of Tantric Studies","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"343\" data-end=\"462\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"40\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe Oxford Handbook of Tantric Studies\u003c\/em\u003e is a comprehensive academic resource that delves into the multifaceted traditions of Tantra across various cultures and historical periods.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eSpanning over 1,200 pages and comprising more than 40 chapters by an international roster of scholars, this volume addresses the complexities and nuances of Tantric practices and philosophies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"583\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe handbook is structured thematically, beginning with the concept of \"action,\" a central element in Tantric traditions encompassing rituals, meditation, chanting, pilgrimage, and the reenactment of sacred narratives.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eSubsequent sections explore themes such as transformation, gender and embodiment, extraordinary beings (like deities and saints), artistic and visual expressions, language and literature, social organizations, and the historiography of Tantra.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"666\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eBy integrating perspectives from Hindu and Buddhist contexts and incorporating contemporary approaches like gender studies, ethnography, and cognitive science, this work aims to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and provide a nuanced understanding of Tantra beyond its often misunderstood representations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"691\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"691\"\u003eWhy Read This Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"1030\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"761\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"761\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"721\"\u003eComprehensive Coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eOffers an extensive examination of Tantric traditions across different cultures and time periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"835\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"835\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"795\"\u003eInterdisciplinary Approach:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eBridges gaps between various academic disciplines, encouraging a holistic study of Tantra.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"836\" data-end=\"910\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"910\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"870\"\u003eAuthoritative Contributions:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eFeatures insights from leading scholars in the fields of religious studies, anthropology, and South Asian studies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"1030\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"1030\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"944\"\u003eChallenging Misconceptions:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eAddresses and rectifies common misunderstandings about Tantra, presenting it as a complex and diverse set of practices and beliefs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1181\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1053\"\u003eAbout the Editors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1181\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eRichard K. Payne is Professor Emeritus at the Institute of Buddhist Studies and the founding Editor-in-Chief of \u003cem data-start=\"116\" data-end=\"149\"\u003eOxford Bibliographies: Buddhism\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHe has established several academic series and serves as Senior Editor for \u003cem data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"136\"\u003ePacific World: Journal of the Institute of Buddhist Studies\u003c\/em\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eGlen A. Hayes is Professor Emeritus at Bloomfield College.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHe co-founded the Society for Tantric Studies and has been instrumental in integrating cognitive science approaches into the study of Tantra.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oxford University Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46222089715965,"sku":"","price":6000.0,"currency_code":"NPR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0484\/4145\/8840\/files\/81yiv3JhWaL._SL1500.jpg?v=1745098800","url":"https:\/\/biblionepal.com\/fr\/products\/the-oxford-handbook-of-tantric-studies","provider":"BIBLIONEPAL","version":"1.0","type":"link"}