The Essence of Self-Recognition

The Essence of Self-Recognition presents a systematic and practical analysis of the ancient philosophical system Pratyabhijnahrdayam a part of Trika system of Kashmir Shaivism. Drawing from a variety of Sanskrit scriptural sources including Yoga Sutra Shiva Sutra and Tantraloka the book emphasizes practices belonging to the ``true reasoning'' path to enlightenment. Written specifically for people of analytic mind who are in pursuit of inner freedom the book defines all underlying concepts relevant to effective practice in a precise and insightful manner and explains ideas within this ancient philosophical system using concepts from modern cognitive psychology and Western philosophy.