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The Ecstasy of Enlightenment
Teachings of Natural Tantra
by Thomas Cleary
ISBN: 1578630274
ISBN-13: 9781578630271
Format: Paperback
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Publisher: Red Wheel/Weiser
Published date: 1998
Size: 5.5 x 8.25 inches
Weight: 0.7 pounds
Pages: 223
Publisher's Notes
The Ecstasy of Enlightenment is an inside look at the spiritual world of Tantra -- one of the most sophisticated, alluring, and controversial forms of Buddhism. Cleary unlocks the mysteries of the Carya-Giti, a collection of teachings by more than twenty famous Siddhas, or Tantric adepts, who lived during the illustrious Pala dynasty of old Bengal. These teachings emanate from one of the most dynamic sources of international Buddhism, at the height of its religious development, and as such, they are completely nonsectarian. The original Bengali texts, and, accordingly, the modern English translations, have been written for popular audiences. Tantrism is often represented as somehow disconnected from mainstream Buddhist traditions, sometimes even considered non-Buddhistic, often called "decadent" or worse. Cleary's commentary is exceptional in the clarity with which he documents the spiritual connection of Tantric Buddhism with Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism. Partic-ularly noteworthy is his demonstration of the parallels between original Tantric Buddhism in Bengal and the original Zen Buddhism of China. The treatment of sensuality in the Tantric context, often a subject of distortion and controversy, is noteworthy for its exceptional subtlety and dignity. Symbolic, psychological, and physical aspects of the Tantric teachings are illuminated on a continuum coinciding with the spiritual development of Buddhism. Cleary's introduction also includes little-known information about the history of world Buddhism and the spiritual continuity of the succession of the main phases of its development. He gives a panoramic view of the network of Buddhism linking Bengal, Indonesia, India,Afghanistan, Tibet, China, and Japan, and illustrates the concrete historical transcendence of pan-Buddhism over political and cultural borders. This global vision is particularly important today for the effective integration of traditional values into modern consciousness.
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The Ecstasy of Enlightenment: Teachings of Natural Tantra
Thomas Cleary
York Beach, Maine USA: Samuel Weiser, Inc., 1998 FIRST EDITION. Translated from Old Bengali. Inside look at spiritualworld of Tantra. Unlocks teachings of the Carya-Giti, a collection ofteachings by 20+ Siddhas or Adepts who lived during the Pala dynasty of Bengal. Demonstrates parallels between Tantric Buddhism in Old Bengal and original Zen Buddhism of China. Black softcover in F condition. Front illustration of Chinese-style butterflies and flowers on cream background. Other Books on Tantra (by Gerald Schueler, Margot Anand, Hyatt et al.) also available from this bookseller. . First Edition First Printing. Trade Paperback. Fine/No Jacket. Illus. by Kathryn Sky-Peck; Ma Ch'uan . 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. ( more information) Offered by Spirit Tomes and Treasures (United States)
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Cleary, Thomas F, PH.D. (Translated by)
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Thomas Cleary
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