Tantric Art of Orissa

Tantric tradition in our country is quite rich, and wonderous with an eventful history. Still, there has been a dearth of good books on this subject in English. This study-with focus on Orissa-is a significant step in this direction. The original literature, on this subject-in Sanskrit and other classical language-is very vast and one has to probe for various authentic references. Here is a treasure in nutshell. This research based work fills a big vacuum, in order to quench the thirst of scholars and professionals, engaged in the discipline. About The Author:- Jitamitra Parasad Singh Deo, is an individual archaelogical field researcher, at Khariar, is credited with discovery of rock-shelter paintings of Yogimath Donger and Ghat Ghumar, Copper plates, gold coins of Sarabhapuriya dynasty, Clay Seal and Stone Seal of Panduvasmi dynasty, Kalachuri Coins, terracottas, beads and sculptures of many type. With the presentation of his findings, “Khariar Branch Museum” was opened by Govt. of Orissa in 1976. His findings were also presented to “Dr. N.K. Sahu Museum,” of Sambalpur University and Orissa State Museum. Again with his efforts “Manikyapur Meseum,” was started at Bhawanipatna in 1994. J.P. Singh Deo is life member of Institute of Historical Studies Calcutta, Orissa History Congress and Red-Cross Society. He is also the President of “Khariar Sahitya Samiti” and Archaeological Committee, Khariar. Author of “Cultural Profile of South Koosala,” “Origin of Jagannath Deity” he has contributed to different research Journals, and Periodicals. Contents:- Abbreviations • Preface • Introduction • Definition of Tantra • Yoga of Sexual Transformation • Evolution of Tantra in Orissa (Historical Perspective) • Tantric Art of Orissa • Tantric Yoga of Sexual Transformation was re-discovered in Orissa, which is the land of Kamakala • Appendix I: Knowledge and Relative • Appendix II: Sakta Pithas • Glossary • Bibliography • Index. The Title 'Tantric Art of Orissa written/authored/edited by J.P.S. Deo', published in the year 2001. The ISBN 9788178350417 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 238 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Kalpaz Publications. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is RELIGION / PHILOSOPHY. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol:-