The Book of the Secrets, Vol 1

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An in-depth and practical explanation of the 112 meditation techniques of Shiva, on which the science of Tantra is based. Conveniently arranged according to different senses and chakras, there are step-by-step meditation techniques for every man, woman and child. Techniques include: watching the gap between two breaths; watching one's moods; being aware of oneself as the one who senses; focusing attention on the third eye; making love without a partner. Meditation techniques for every possible facet of day-to-day life and an invaluable companion for every meditator.
notes
"Sixteen discourses based on the "Vigyana Bhairava Tantra" (Lord Shiva's 112 methods of meditation) and disciples' questions delivered by Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh from 1st October to 19th November 1972 in Bombay, India."
This book was later published as part of Vigyan Bhairav Tantra, First Series and Vigyan Bhairav Tantra, Second Series, also available as a boxed set, Vigyan Bhairav Tantra, Two Vol. Boxed Set, which included a deck of 112 cards.
Subsequently published as part of a single volume called The Book of Secrets.
time period of Osho's original talks/writings
Oct 1, 1972 to Nov 19, 1972 : timeline
number of discourses/chapters
16


editions

The Book of the Secrets, Vol 1

Discourses on Vigyana Bhairava Tantra

Year of publication : 1974
Publisher : Rajneesh Foundation
ISBN : No (click ISBN to buy online)
Number of pages : 404
Hardcover / Paperback / Ebook : H
Edition notes : First edition December 1974

The Book of the Secrets, Vol 1

Discourses on Vigyana Bhairava Tantra

Year of publication : 1975
Publisher : Rajneesh Foundation
ISBN : No (click ISBN to buy online)
Number of pages : 404
Hardcover / Paperback / Ebook : H
Edition notes : Second edition December 1975

  • The Book of the Secrets, Vol 1

    Discourses on Vigyana Bhairava Tantra

    Year of publication : 1976
    Publisher : Thames and Hudson, London, UK
    ISBN 0-500-27076-7 (click ISBN to buy online)
    Number of pages : 402
    Hardcover / Paperback / Ebook : P
    Edition notes : First published in Great Britain 1976. © Copyright Rajneesh Foundation, Poona, India.
    Compilation: Ma Yoga Astha
    Editors: Ma Ananda Prem, Sw Ananda Theertha

    The Book of the Secrets, Vol 1

    Discourses on Vigyana Bhairava Tantra

    Year of publication : 1976
    Publisher : Harper & Row
    ISBN 0-06-066784-2 (click ISBN to buy online)
    Number of pages : 402
    Hardcover / Paperback / Ebook : H
    Edition notes : First U.S. edition. Copyright © 1974 by Rajneesh Foundation, Poona, India.
    Compilation: Ma Yoga Astha
    Editors: Ma Ananda Prem, Sw Ananda Theertha

    The Book of the Secrets, Vol 1

    Discourses on Vigyana Bhairava Tantra

    Year of publication : 1977
    Publisher : Harper Colophon Books
    ISBN 0-06-090564-6 (click ISBN to buy online)
    Number of pages : 402
    Hardcover / Paperback / Ebook : P
    Edition notes : First Harper Colophon edition published 1977.
    "The sutras quoted in this book are taken from "Centering" in Zen flesh, Zen bones (Anchor Books edition, 1972 reprint), transcribed and compiled by Paul Reps, and are printed with the kind permission of the author."
    Compilation: Ma Yoga Astha
    Editors: Ma Ananda Prem, Sw Ananda Theerth

    The Book of the Secrets, Vol 1

    Discourses on Vigyana Bhairava Tantra

    Year of publication : 1980
    Publisher : Rajneesh Foundation
    ISBN : No (click ISBN to buy online)
    Number of pages : 420
    Hardcover / Paperback / Ebook : H
    Edition notes : Third edition March 1980.
    Published by Ma Yoga Laxmi
    Compiling: Ma Yoga Astha
    Editing: Ma Ananda Prem, Sw Ananda Theertha
    Design: Ma Prem Tushita
    Jacket design: Sw Anand Sangito
    Coordination: Ma Yoga Pratima
    Photography: Sw Krishna Bharti
    Foreword: Ma Ananda Prem

    The Book of the Secrets, Vol 1

    Discourses on Vigyana Bhairava Tantra

    Year of publication : 1980
    Publisher : Rajneesh Foundation
    ISBN : No (click ISBN to buy online)
    Number of pages : 420
    Hardcover / Paperback / Ebook : P
    Edition notes : (as above)