Tantra

Tantra is presented as an important part of Hinduism and is often connected with Kundalini Yoga. The book explains that the tradition focuses on developing divine power, called shakti, as a route to boundless bliss. According to the book, people in the West have often misunderstood Tantra and mistaken its practices for eroticism or immoral behaviour. Georg Feuerstein provides a clear starting point for learning about the tradition's past, ideas and methods. The book says Tantric teachings aim at enlightenment and spiritual power and appear in Hinduism, Jainism and Vajrayana Buddhism, with advice for practice.

Why You Should Read?

• Discover a clear starting point for understanding what Tantra is and how it is practised.
• Explore the book's account of Tantra's past, central ideas and methods in clear language.
• Understand why the book says people in the West have confused Tantra with eroticism or immorality.
• Find in the book guidance for spiritual practice and for reaching higher consciousness.