Kali's Odiyya : A Shaman's True Story of Initiation

By Amarananda Bhairavan

A rare and exciting true story of worship and initiation in an culture that still exists today. Bhairavan writes of his experience of initiation into the world of Kali's odiyyas shamans of the... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0892540486
• ISBN13: 9780892540488
• Release Date: January 2000
• Publisher: Nicolas-Hays, Inc.
• Length: 299 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 1.0" x 6.3"

Customer Reviews

Jai Mata

3 weeks ago I was thinking about buying this book, because I became interested in Kali or "Smashan Tara" after reading the Aghora trilogy by DR Svoboda, I went to North London and when I went to the ATM to get money for this book £20 was already there.. I bought it with £15 and bought a Kali Ma CD with the rest ..... this is the power of our mother, she will ALWAYS look out for us, and I am ALWAYS in her service ...Jai Ma Kali !!!

Beautifully written account of Tantric spiritual tradition

This book is a treasure for a scholar, a devotee, a seeker, or anyone interested in a beautifully written description of an authentic Tantric spiritual tradition. As a Kerala scholar I was astonished and delighted to see this material about the Odiyya tradition, which has been previously almost undocumented, presented in such a readable form. Although it reads like an exciting adventure story and is difficult to put down, the author also presents rich and complex metaphysical material in gorgeous prose. A must for anyone interested in goddess traditions, women-centered culture, shamanism, or tantra.

great book

This is a classic book on mysticism. It is a lively true story of the author intertwined with a wealth of mystical knowledge. For the first time a benevolent soul has revealed this profound secret knowledge in a way the common man like me can understand. Aunt Preema's discourses to the little boy Shambu clarified a lot of my questions about the human mind, relationships, universe, God, astral beings, other worlds, rituals, true love, evolution, sorcery, shamanism, karma and rebirth, lust and guilt, etc. After reading this book, I have a major paradigm shift and also a feeling of my heart opening up for life and love. My heartfelt thanks to the author for publishing such an enlightening, healing and a lively book. I highly recommend this book for people inclined towards mysticism and the study of the mysteries of the human mind and life; and off course for one's own self improvement and healing....

ONCE YOU READ IT YOU WILL 'KNOW'...

I have grew up with Amarananda and yet I was still astonished when I read his wonderful book. I can sum it up in one sentence..It was written by someone who 'LOVES' and 'KNOWS' the Divine Mother. It is very inspiring for those who worship the Divine Mother in whatever path they choose and kindles great love and deep yearning for 'HER'. The book highlights the simplicity, the yearning, the humility and great purity of a soul which is in search of this 'source of eternity and love'. An eyeopener for those who believe in soulmates and the path that these twin souls follow for Divine fulfillment. A must read for every couple who choose this path. This is TANTRA in its 'unsullied and purest form'

Saving ancient wisdom from extinction

Amarananda Bhairavan has done the world a tremendous favor by committing to words his experiences under the tutelage of a hidden Tantric saint in a matriarchal society, one which has regrettably faded into obscurity. In an age where the local newspapers are full of personal ads hawking "tantric counseling," it is refreshing to come upon a work that clearly delineates what Tantra really means in its original cultural context. Bhairavan's book is recommended to anyone who is interested in Kali devotion or an exploration of authentic Tantric practices not yet poisoned by the Western stereotyping one normally finds in works published on the subject.