Auspicious Wisdom (SUNY Series in Medieval Studies) [Paperback]

Douglas Renfrew Brooks (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 1992 | Series: SUNY Series in Medieval Studies

Rooting itself in Kashmir Shaivism, Srividya became a force in south India no later than the 7th century, and eventually supplanted the Trika as the dominant Tantric tradition in Kashmir. This is the first comprehensive study of the texts and traditions of this influential school of goddess-centered, Sakta Tantrism. Utilizing canonical works, historical commentaries, and the interpretive insights of living practitioners, this book explores the theological and ritual theories that form the basis for Srividya practice and offers new methods for critical and comparative studies of esoteric Hinduism.

--This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

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About the Author

Douglas Renfrew Brook is Assistant Professor of Religion and Director of Asian Studies, University of Rochester. Brook's textual and historical investigations of Sakta tantrism are augmented by extensive field work and experience among contemporary practitioners. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 324 pages
• Publisher: State University of New York Press (October 1, 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 079141146X
• ISBN-13: 978-0791411469
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #552,122 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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