Saktyullasah Sharika Devi: A Yogini of Kashmir

Book Detail:

• Brand: D.K. Printworld Pvt. Ltd.
• Edition: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of Pages: 183
• Release Date: 01-04-2013
• EAN: 9788124607183
• Package Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.6 x 0.8 inches
• Languages: English

Description:
Kashmir has a rich tradition of yoginis (female saints) and poetesses, a legacy that continues into the modern era. This book explores the life of Yogini Sharika Devi, a remarkable spiritual figure of the twentieth century. As a devoted disciple of Swami Lakshman Joo of Ishwar Ashram in Srinagar, Kashmir, she dedicated her life to sadhana (spiritual practice) and the mantra of silence, embodying the essence of Kashmir Shaivism. A true jivanmukta (liberated soul), she seamlessly balanced her worldly duties while remaining deeply absorbed in God-consciousness.

Published in honor of the centenary celebrations of her birth, this volume presents a collection of tributes from individuals who closely knew Sharika Devi and witnessed her spiritual grace and compassion. The book also includes a rare selection of her mystic poems, offering readers insight into her profound spiritual vision. The introduction by the renowned scholar of Kashmir Shaivism, Bettina Sharada Bäumer, further enhances the value of this work, making it an essential read for those interested in Indian spirituality, mysticism, and women's contributions to religious traditions.

Author Details:
Neerja Mattoo is a noted scholar, writer, and translator, known for her contributions to the study of Kashmir's literary and spiritual heritage. Her works often focus on the region’s rich traditions of poetry, mysticism, and philosophy.