The Monistic Śākta Philosophy In The Guhyopaniṣad
For the laymen, Kali stands for a mother goddess like any other, and the categories of Vedic and Tantric are irrelevant
January 1, 2022 Sthaneshwar Timalsina
A Cognitive Approach To Tantric Language –Part III
Any Tantric text uses two different types of languages. There are narratives, cosmologies and philosophies that are intelligible in plain language. However, the same language is then used to encode and decipher mantric language, the deity image, or a maṇḍala.
December 28, 2021 Sthaneshwar Timalsina
A Cognitive Approach To Tantric Language –Part II
At least two domains are involved in creating phonetic symbolism. One, the phonemes have a designated order. Two, the deities represent cosmic principles, or foundational elements such as earth, water, fire, wind, and sky.
December 25, 2021 Sthaneshwar Timalsina
A Cognitive Approach To Tantric Language –Part I
Reading Tantric literature by applying cognitive theories has a meaningful role to play. If there is anything valuable in these texts and traditions and if Tantric practices can serve humanity, the whole world deserves the benefits of such practices.
December 22, 2021 Sthaneshwar Timalsina
