Influence Of Buddhist Vajrayana School on Origin and Development of Hindu School of Tantra
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This research paper explores the profound influence of the Buddhist Vajrayana tradition on the origin and development of the Hindu School of Tantra. Despite the independent evolution of Hindu Tantra, a detailed examination reveals intense cross-cultural exchanges and mutual borrowings between these two esoteric traditions. The paper investigates historical intersections, doctrinal parallels, ritualistic overlaps, and iconographic influences that shaped Hindu Tantra. Rare examples, such as the adoption of specific mandala configurations and deity worship patterns, underscore the depth of this interrelation. By analysing primary texts, archaeological findings, and contemporary scholarship, this study aims to highlight the Vajrayana’s pivotal role in molding key mechanisms of Hindu tantric practices.
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