Tantra Illuminated: The Philosophy, History, and Practice of a Timeless Tradition

By: Christopher D. Wallis

Narrated by: Christopher D. Wallis

Tantra Illuminated takes the listener on a fascinating journey to the very heart of original Tantra: its key teachings, foundational lineages, and transformative practices. Since the West's discovery of Tantra 100 years ago, there has been considerable fascination, speculation, and more than a little misinformation about this spiritual movement. Now, for the first time in the English language, Tantra Illuminated presents an accessible introduction to this sacred tradition that began 1,500 years ago in the far north of India. Using translations from primary Sanskrit sources and offering a profound look at spiritual practice, this book reveals Tantra's rich history and powerful teachings.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2012 Christopher D. Wallis (P)2015 Christopher D. Wallis

Great book on a misunderstood mystical tradition

If you truly wish to understand the history, development and practice of authentic Tantra then this book is for you. The audiobook brings out many aspects the written book doesn't and vice versa. Very long but very good info. Definitely one that will have to be read over and over. Too much info to digest at once but worth it.

Amazing...

Iincredible book, i express my gratitude,
With humble pranams..
Read by Hareesh talks directly to your heart, inspiring beyond words

Must Read!!!

Put this book first, before anything else you have on que. you will be glad you did.

Excellent, I feel illuminated

This is an excellent explanation of tantra... I felt I had to read something about tantra because the topic kept on coming up in my other readings on mysticism and spirituality. The author did a great job with a thoroughly misunderstood subject. He performed it very well and I really appreciated his section at the end on Sanskrit pronunciation. Thank you very much.

Thank you Sri Harish for writing this book.

This book has in a way helped me understand and appreciate what my own lineage has done for centuries. I come from Kerala, southern India from a family with my own late uncle was the last practitioner and a teacher (Tantri) of Tantra. Our place of worship is still maintained but limited to the practice of daily puja now. Growing up, I have seen many of the practices described in the book. No doubt this book would help anyone interested in knowing about Tantra. My Pranam to Sri Harish for his continued research in reviving Tantric knowledge and practice and writing this book.

Tour-de-force of authentic Tantrik scholarship! Bravo!!

Christopher Wallis is a delight to listen to. The work is very well organized and draws from the deep community of authentic Tantric scholarship. He sings many of the verses beautifully, and in perfect meter. This work is a gift to the world, I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!

Great introduction

Great introduction to everything Tantra. It's academic enough to be informative, but not so it's dry and cold. Spiritual enough to invoke sympathy, but not so it offends reason. Philosophical enough to enlighten, but not so it goes over your head. I really want a book like this on every religion/belief system.

My only gripe is the author's own narration which borders on smug at times.

"illuminating" of the tantric philosophy

What made the experience of listening to Tantra Illuminated: The Philosophy, History, and Practice of a Timeless Tradition the most enjoyable?

Chris does a great job to explain the philosophy and history. I especially enjoyed the chanting of key text in Sankrit and the interpretation that followed. Thanks you for an amazing work. It has given me a great grounding on the ideas of Tantra and their explanation of what reality is.

What did you like best about this story?

Tantra (non duel) seems to be the utlimate religion. Accepting of all beliefs and faiths and people. We are all one.

Which scene was your favorite?

Stories of abinavagupta the enlighten sage of the 10 century.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I am already on my second listen. Much to digest.

Any additional comments?

Chris narration was great. Personnel and caring. Thxs.

Light on the Tantras II

Great synergy of historical academic facts and personal experience and practice. Also check Hareesh Facebook group and YouTube channel, where is more free material. The book is also nicely narated by the author. I only dislike bit too much personal material and actual time limited information about authors other translations etc.

Enlightening

Really well written and researched. It is a behemoth of a text. I thought it would ideal to seperate it into 3 books rather than one. Either way highly informative. A must for students of Yoga, Tantra and the Vedas. Highly recommend.