"Saundarya Lahari: Wave of Beauty" offers a mesmerizing journey into the heart of a revered Sanskrit hymn dedicated to Sakti, the primordial goddess. Attributed to the great Adi Sankaracharya, this popular text, comprising one hundred verses, profoundly underlines the centrality of the feminine principle in Indian spiritual thought. More than just devotional poetry, it serves as a valuable source for understanding tantric concepts, with each verse traditionally linked to yantras and encoded mantras for specific rituals, believed to bestow blessings like good health, love, and even poetic skill. Mani Rao's lyrical translation aims to make this esoteric and ancient wisdom immediate and accessible, inviting readers to explore the profound beauty and power of the Divine Feminine.
Additional Product Info :
ISBN 10 :
9356292345
ISBN 13 :
9789356292345
Publisher :
HARPER COLLINS
Language :
English
Dimensions :
14x2x22
Item Weight :
0.51 kg