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About The Book: "Sakti and Sakta" is a collection of essays and addresses by John Woodroffe, written under his pseudonym Arthur Avalon, focusing on the Shakta Tantrasastra. This work delves into the worship of the Divine Mother, Sakti, central to Shakta Tantra practices. Woodroffe explores various aspects of Tantra, emphasizing the philosophical underpinnings and rituals associated with Shakta sects. His analysis helps demystify complex concepts and practices, providing insights into Tantra's spiritual depth and its significance in achieving divine knowledge and realization. Published during the early 20th century, Woodroffe's work was pivotal in introducing and explaining these profound aspects of Indian spirituality to a Western audience, contributing significantly to the scholarly understanding of Hindu Tantra. About The Author: Sir John George Woodroffe (1865–1936), also known by his pseudonym Arthur Avalon, was a British orientalist and judge whose work helped illuminate Tantric practices to the Western world. His seminal text, "The Serpent Power: The Secrets of Tantric and Shaktic Yoga," delves into the Kundalini Yoga philosophy and the chakra system, offering detailed interpretations and translations of Sanskrit texts. Woodroffe's writings, which bridge Eastern spiritual traditions and Western scholarly interest, remain influential in the study of Indian Tantra. The Title 'Shakti and Shakta: Essays on Addresses and the Shakta Tantrashastra written/authored/edited by Sir John Woodroffe', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789362803351 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 760 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Religion, Hinduism, Philosophy. Size of the book is 2.34 x 10.59 cms Vol: