Harvey P. Alper
Understanding Mantra
- ISBN 13:
- 9788120818965
- author:
- Harvey P. Alper
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Motilal Banarsidass,
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2003
- Pages:
- 546
- Dimensions:
- 21.4 x 14 x 2.2 cm
- Genre:
- Mind, Body & Spirit, Thought & Practice, New Age
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Understanding Mantras by Harvey P. Alper explores the origin and significance of mantras within the Hindu tradition. This in-depth analysis examines the use of mantras in various Hindu movements, including Saivism and Vaisnavism, as well as Tantra. A comprehensive introduction by Alper provides a framework for understanding the controversies surrounding the nature of mantras in Western scholarship. The book offers a valuable bibliography on Hinduism, making it an essential tool for future research. With its insightful approach, Understanding Mantras provides a nuanced exploration of this complex topic, offering readers a deeper understanding of the role and function of mantras in Hinduism.