The Book of the Secrets, Vol 4

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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
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.
Please refer to these two volumes if you want to read this book online.
Later published as part of a single volume called The Book of Secrets.
time period of Osho's original talks/writings
May 22, 1973 to Jul 5, 1973 : timeline
number of discourses/chapters
16   (see table of contents)


editions

The Book of the Secrets, Vol 4

Discourses on "Vigyana Bhairava Tantra"

Year of publication : 1976
Publisher : Rajneesh Foundation
ISBN 0-88050-028-X (ISBN not printed in book) (click ISBN to buy online)
Number of pages : 393
Hardcover / Paperback / Ebook : H
Edition notes : First edition: 1976, 5,000 copies hardbound. © Copyright 1976 Rajneesh Foundation.
Size : 224 x 145 x 32 mm
Author as Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh
Published by Ma Yoga Laxmi
Introduction: Ma Yoga Pratima
"The sutras quoted in this book are taken from "Centering, Zen flesh, Zen bones" (ed. Penguin, 1972 reprint), translated and compiled by Paul Reps."
Printed by Shri Syed Ishaque, Sangam Press Ltd., 17B Kothrud, Poona, India, on paper supplied by Patel Paper Co., Poona. Type Set in Linotype Caledonia.
Pages II - III.

The Book of the Secrets, Vol 4

Discourses on Vigyana Bhairava Tantra

Year of publication : 1982
Publisher : Rajneesh Foundation International
ISBN 0-88050-528-1 (click ISBN to buy online)
Number of pages : 368
Hardcover / Paperback / Ebook : P
Edition notes : Second edition 1982, 40,000 copies paperbound. © Copyright 1976 Rajneesh Foundation International.
Size : 204 x 135 x 23 mm
Author as Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh
Published by Ma Anand Sheela, Antelope, Oregon, USA
Introduction: Ma Punito, Rajneeshpuram, June 1982
"The sutras quoted in this book are taken from "Centering, Zen flesh, Zen bones" (ed. Penguin, 1972 reprint), translated and compiled by Paul Reps."
Printed in U.S.A.
Library of Congress Catalog Card Number 75-36733

table of contents

edition 1976
chapter titles
discourses
event location duration media
1 How to Be 22 May 1973 pm Woodlands, Bombay 1h 32min audio
2 Move to the Roots 23 May 1973 pm Woodlands, Bombay 1h 23min audio
3 Come Back to Existence 24 May 1973 pm Woodlands, Bombay 1h 32min audio
4 Enter This Moment 27 May 1973 pm Woodlands, Bombay 1h 29min audio
5 Surrender the Ego 28 May 1973 pm Woodlands, Bombay 1h 28min audio
6 The Fire of Awareness 29 May 1973 pm Woodlands, Bombay 1h 22min audio
7 When You Are Not... 30 May 1973 pm Woodlands, Bombay 1h 25min audio
8 Discovering the Emptiness 31 May 1973 pm Woodlands, Bombay 1h 20min audio
9 Searching for Freedom 28 Jun 1973 pm Woodlands, Bombay 1h 33min audio
10 In Your Hands 29 Jun 1973 pm Woodlands, Bombay 1h 27min audio
11 Watching from the Hills 30 Jun 1973 pm Woodlands, Bombay 1h 26min audio
12 Liberation from Yourself 1 Jul 1973 pm Woodlands, Bombay 1h 24min audio
13 Your House Is on Fire 2 Jul 1973 pm Woodlands, Bombay 1h 17min audio
14 Right Now Is the Goal 3 Jul 1973 pm Woodlands, Bombay 1h 19min audio
15 No Map to Follow 4 Jul 1973 pm Woodlands, Bombay 1h 24min audio
16 Choicelessness Is Bliss 5 Jul 1973 pm Woodlands, Bombay 1h 20min audio