{"product_id":"the-tantra-of-sri-chakra-bhavanopanishat","title":"The Tantra of Sri-Chakra (Bhavanopanishat)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"341\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"111\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sri Satguru Publications\u003cbr data-start=\"137\" data-end=\"140\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"150\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/strong\u003e: S.K. Ramachandra Rao\u003cbr data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"175\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"175\" data-end=\"187\"\u003eLanguage\u003c\/strong\u003e: English\u003cbr data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"199\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"210\"\u003eEdition\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2008\u003cbr data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"219\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"219\" data-end=\"227\"\u003eISBN\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9788170308898\u003cbr data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"245\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"254\"\u003ePages\u003c\/strong\u003e: 188\u003cbr data-start=\"259\" data-end=\"262\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"271\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eCover\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardcover\u003cbr data-start=\"282\" data-end=\"285\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"299\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: 22.5 cm x 14.5 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"321\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"331\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 360 gm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"zmqxej\" data-start=\"343\" data-end=\"361\"\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"821\"\u003eIn this scholarly work, S.K. Ramachandra Rao explores the complex Tantric practices associated with the Atharva Veda, focusing on the ten Vidyas (cultic Goddesses) revered for their power to bring prosperity, happiness, and liberation from the cycle of rebirth. The book delves into the Sri Vidya, the most important of the ordinary Vidyas, which is represented by the Sri Chakra—a symbolic diagram that serves as a means of worship and spiritual elevation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003eRao explains the symbolism behind the Sri Chakra, connecting it with the deeper teachings of Tantra. Through this exploration, the author uncovers the profound psychological and spiritual significance of the Sri Chakra in the context of Tantric practices. The book provides both historical and textual backgrounds, offering a comprehensive understanding of Sri Vidya and its place within the broader Tantric tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003eThe work also highlights the use of \u003cem data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003eyantra\u003c\/em\u003e (geometrical designs) and \u003cem data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003emantra\u003c\/em\u003e (sacred chants) within Tantric rituals, shedding light on how these sacred tools facilitate spiritual practice and personal transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"mx1rhj\" data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1485\"\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"2155\"\u003eVidyalankara, Sastra-Chudamini, Sangita-Kalaratna, Professor Saligrama Krishna Ramachandra Rao, was a well-regarded scholar who merged traditional knowledge with modern research. Fluent in Sanskrit, Pali, Ardhmagadhi, and several modern Indian languages, as well as Tibetan and European languages, Rao wrote extensively on subjects ranging from Vedanta and Buddhism to Indian culture, art, and literature. He authored over sixty books in Kannada, including \u003cem data-start=\"1944\" data-end=\"1961\"\u003eBhavanopanishad\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"1989\"\u003eThe Tantra of Sri Chakra\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003eSri Vidya Kosha\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2046\"\u003eTantric Practices in Sri Vidya\u003c\/em\u003e. His scholarly contributions have earned him notable recognition, including the State Sahitya Academy Award.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ld42bt\" data-start=\"2157\" data-end=\"2172\"\u003eKey Themes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2174\" data-end=\"2522\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2174\" data-end=\"2256\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2176\" data-end=\"2256\"\u003eThe historical and symbolic significance of the Sri Chakra in Tantric practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2257\" data-end=\"2340\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2259\" data-end=\"2340\"\u003eThe relationship between the Vidyas and the pursuit of prosperity and liberation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2341\" data-end=\"2429\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2343\" data-end=\"2429\"\u003eA detailed explanation of \u003cem data-start=\"2369\" data-end=\"2377\"\u003eyantra\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"2382\" data-end=\"2390\"\u003emantra\u003c\/em\u003e as tools for spiritual transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"2522\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2432\" data-end=\"2522\"\u003eThe psychological and spiritual dimensions of Tantric practices, especially the Sri Vidya.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shri Satguru Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50008468357424,"sku":"DRG.ShriSatguruPub_9788170308898","price":595.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/31ZWfQXO3_L.jpg?v=1756394016","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/products\/the-tantra-of-sri-chakra-bhavanopanishat","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}