Using a collection of paintings, sculptures and original writings, this book is a celebration of the Indian Goddess Kali, and a celebration of the rich meanings of feminine divinity.

At the centre of the philosophy of Tantra is the principle of awakening the vital energy, Kundalini, that lies latent in each of us in order to channel it into spiritual growth. Using both Indian sacred texts and modern accounts, this book describes its basic principles and techniques.

The yantra is the Tantric tool of ritual and meditation, the power diagram that allows man to ultimately perceive the unity of self and cosmos. This study reveals the dynamics of this process, by elucidating the complex symbolic structure of the yantra with its layers of metaphysical meaning.

Basing their approach on a historical and explanatory survey, the authors deal in detail with astronomy, astrology, alchemy and cosmology in tantrism. They also discuss the viewpoints of left-hand and right-hand tantrikas and respective attitudes towards human sexuality and its place in ritual.