WHAT IS TANTRA? Tantra techniques are very ancient and some form is found in many ancient cultures. The Sanskrit word _tantra_ implies continuation, weaving together, but there is no real single definition. Tantra includes many sets of techniques, usually action-oriented, to weave together mind and body. _Simple Tibetan Buddhism: A Guide to Tantric Living_ offers: * a concise introduction to the unique history and traditions of Tibetan Buddhism * a clear explanation of how Tibetan Buddhism differs from Zen and other forms of Buddhism--and why it's so popular today * simple exercises incorporating Tibetan Buddhist practices--incluing visualizations, deity yoga, mandalas, mantras, and the esoteric yet effective tantric methods