The Dark Flame of Transformation

di Sushil Kumar Sharma (Autore)

Sushil Kumar Sharma, 2025

The Dark Flame of Transformation: A Scientific Study of Tantra Sadhana According to Asuri Tantra Tantra has long been regarded as one of the most mysterious and misunderstood paths of Indian spirituality. Often seen through the lenses of secrecy, taboo, or fear, it carries within it a science of consciousness that transcends boundaries of good and evil, light and darkness. The Dark Flame of Transformation by Sushil Kumar Sharma opens a rare window into the realm of Asuri Tantra, an ancient tradition that emphasizes transformation through facing and integrating the hidden powers of the self. This book is not a sensational portrayal of the occult but a serious study of Tantra as a method of inner alchemy. Written in a style that blends scientific inquiry with a human and natural tone, it explores how mantras, yantras, rituals, and meditative disciplines serve as tools to ignite the "dark flame"—the power to dissolve ignorance and awaken higher states of awareness. The Asuric approach challenges the seeker to confront fear, shadow, and desire, not to be enslaved by them, but to transform them into strength, wisdom, and liberation. Drawing from classical sources, psychological insights, and cross-cultural perspectives, the book examines the Asuric worldview in contrast with the Deva tradition, showing how both paths aim at the same ultimate truth. Readers will discover detailed explanations of sacred mantras, the role of fire rituals, the significance of the left-hand path, and the use of symbolic geometry in Asuric yantras. Alongside philosophical foundations, practical disciplines are presented with clarity, highlighting the importance of guidance, preparation, and ethical responsibility. Beyond rituals, the book delves into the psychology of transformation, exploring the human shadow, states of ecstasy and terror, and the thin line between madness and illumination. It frames darkness not as a force of destruction alone, but as the womb of renewal, a crucible where the self is tested and reborn. Case studies of practitioners, historical insights, and parallels with other mystical traditions enrich the discussion, making the work relevant for both scholars and sincere seekers. The Dark Flame of Transformation is a journey into the heart of Tantra Sadhana according to Asuri Tantra. It invites readers to move beyond prejudice and misunderstanding, and to encounter a spiritual science that embraces both the light and the shadow within. It is a guide for those who wish to understand the profound power of transformation hidden in the dark flame, and for seekers who dare to walk a path that is as challenging as it is liberating.

• Autore: Sushil Kumar Sharma
• Anno edizione: 2025
• Editore: Sushil Kumar Sharma
• Formato: EPUB2 con DRMFREE
• Lingua: Inglese
• Compatibilità: Tutti i dispositivi (eccetto Kindle)
• Layout: Reflowable
• EAN: 9798232406127