Encyclopaedia of Tantra (In 5 Volumes)

Encyclopaedia of Tantra by Sadhu Santideva is a comprehensive, scholarly 5-volume hardbound set published by Cosmo Publications. Spanning approximately 1,650 pages, this encyclopaedia provides an in-depth exploration of Hindu Tantra, its philosophy, symbolism, ritual practices, and historical development.

This work elucidates esoteric tantric concepts such as Kundalini, chakra systems, tantric ritual practices, and the mystical union of Shiva and Shakti. It also discusses the “five M’s” (maithuna, matsya, mamsa, mudra, mada) central to many Tantric rites.

Written in accessible language, it is suitable for both general readers interested in spiritual practices and academic researchers looking for reliable reference material. The encyclopaedia draws on classical Hindu Tantric texts and traditions to offer a balanced treatment of both symbolic and ritualistic aspects.

Why It’s Valuable:

• It’s probably one of the first (or only) large-scale, authoritative encyclopaedias on Tantra.

• Helps bridge practice and theory by explaining philosophical foundations as well as ritual methodology.

• Useful for students of religion, Indology, philosophy, yoga, and Tantra practitioners.