metaphor
Archives, Indology
A Cognitive Approach to Tantric Language – 3
It is counterintuitive to assume that mantras have no meaning. In contrast, even these visual forms of expression have distinctive significance and their inherent meaning ... Read More
Archives, Indology
A Cognitive Approach to Tantric Language – 2
At least two domains are involved in creating phonetic symbolism. One, the phonemes have a designated order. Two, the deities represent cosmic principles, or foundational ... Read More
Archives, Indology
A Cognitive Approach to Tantric Language – 1
Reading Tantric literature by applying cognitive theories has a meaningful role to play. If there is anything valuable in these texts and traditions and if ... Read More