Ravan Sanhita (Ravana-samhita)
author: Swami Premanand
edition: 2018, D.P.B. Publications
pages: 755
Topic: Jyotisha
Tantra (25) - Dakshinavart-Shankha Kalp
This page describes Dakshinavart-Shankha Kalp which is the twenty-fifth chapter of ‘Tantra’ located on pages 643-651 in the book Ravana-samhita by Swami Premanand. This book, ascribed to Ravana (the ancient king of Lanka), deals with Hindu Astrology (joytisha) and consists of three parts: Mantra, Tantra and Yantra. This page contains an online preview of the full text and summarizes technical terms, as well as information if you want to buy this book.
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