“Dive into the mystical depths of Hindu devotion with Hymn to Kali, Arthur Avalon’s seminal translation of sacred verses dedicated to the fierce and compassionate Goddess Kali. This profound work bridges ancient Tantric wisdom and modern spiritual seeking, offering a poetic exploration of Kali’s dual nature—as the destroyer of ignorance and the benevolent mother of the universe.
Avalon, a pioneering scholar of Tantra, illuminates Kali’s role as the Ultimate Reality (Brahman) and the source of divine feminine power, weaving together lyrical hymns, esoteric symbolism, and insightful commentary. Revered a Bhavatarini (the redeemer of the universe), Kali emerges not just as a deity of annihilation but as a transformative force guiding devotees toward liberation.
Ideal for seekers of Hindu philosophy, devotees of the Divine Mother, and students of comparative religion, this timeless classic reveals why Kali remains central to Tantric practice and devotional movements alike.”
Beneath the surface of ordinary awareness lies a dormant power—Kundalini Shakti, the primordial cosmic energy coiled like a serpent at the base of the spine. In The Serpent Power, Arthur Avalon (pioneering scholar Sir John Woodroffe unveils the secrets of this transformative force through meticulous translations of two foundational Tantric texts: the Sat-Cakra-Nirūpana (The Six Centers) and Pādukā-Pañcaka (The Fivefold Footstool).
More than a scholarly treatise, this landmark work is a map to transcendence. Avalon deciphers the esoteric symbolism of the chakras, the ascent of divine energy through the subtle body, and the alchemy of spiritual awakening. With unparalleled clarity, he bridges ancient Tantric wisdom and modern practice, offering seekers a profound understanding of;
The serpentine Kundalini and its awakening through yoga, mantra, and meditation.
The seven psychic centers (chakras) as gateways to higher consciousness.
The sacred marriage of Shiva and Shakti within the human body.
A cornerstone of Tantric literature, “The Serpent Power” has guided mystics, yogis, and scholars for over a century.
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