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Episode 34: Denny Sargent – Tantra, Animism and more

Jun 23, 2024
Seattle writer and artist Denny Sargent discusses Tantra, animism, and more. Topics include simplifying Tantra for American readers, comparing Hinduism and Christianity, Tantric initiation, encountering Hanuman in India, animism's influence on deity forms, Shiva and marijuana, werewolf magic, group spiritual practices, chakras in spiritual traditions, and the will to love in Tantra.
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Quick takeaways

  • Denny Sargent simplifies Tantra practices for Western audiences into an accessible guidebook.
  • Hanuman's divine attributes of strength and playfulness deeply impacted Sargent's spiritual journey.

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Initiation into Tantra

A key point discussed in the podcast is the author's journey into Tantra, where he provided insights into the initiation process and the development of a book titled 'Tantra For All'. He highlighted the challenges faced over 30 years to convey Tantra to a Western audience in a comprehensive and accessible way, aiming to make the practice more approachable for individuals outside traditional Indian settings.

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