Trance, Initiation and Psychotherapy in Nepalese Shamanism

"Trance, Initiation and Psychotherapy in Nepalese Shamanism" by Larry G. Peters offers a meticulous study of Tamang and Tibetan Shamanism, drawing from extensive, lifelong research in the Himalayas. This book combines anthropological insights with a deep exploration of shamanic practices, examining their relevance in contemporary Nepal. It presents Shamanism as humankind's original mystical tradition and a cross-cultural phenomenon that first systematically explored inner spiritual spaces.Why You Should Read? Understand Shamanism as a foundational spiritual discipline and its phenomenological aspects. Explore the connections between Shamanism and later spiritual traditions like Yoga, Vipassana, and Tantra. Gain insight into the enduring psychological and spiritual patterns present in shamanic initiation. Examine the contemporary relevance of traditional shamanic practices within a modern context.