Teaching related to tantric studies is offered at the University of Hamburg. Classes in the primary languages of tantric texts, namely classical Sanskrit and Tibetan, are regularly taught. Readings in a variety of subjects related to tantric are also offered according to demand and availablility: see our full list. Full details for every semester are available at the site of the Asia-Africa Institute’s Department of Indian and Tibetan Studies.
Visiting scholars also give presentations on their research and recent findings in tantric studies (past presentations are listed below). We also plan to convene workshops in connection with various research projects in the near future.
Classes related to Tantric Studies
Past Presentations
The Nāda Theory of Language: A Śaiva Perspective on Verbal Communication.
Francesco Sferra, April 30, 2008.
An Adhyardhaśatikā Prajñāpāramitā Manuscript from Tibet.
Tōru Tomabechi, July 11, 2007.
Tāranātha: A ‘Virtual Indian’ in 16th–17th century Tibet.
David Templeman, November 15, 2007.
