Daśa Mahāvidyās- the ten tantric wisdom goddesses

a deep dive into the practices, philosophy and cosmology of śakta tantra

Daśa Mahā Vidyā means "Ten Great Wisdoms", depicted in Tantric tradition as a group of, to say the least, macabre goddesses. Some of them, such as Kālī and Tārā, are quite well known, others, like Bagalāmukhī and Mātaṇgī, are more obscured. But they all represent both stages of cosmic evolution and human spiritual development. Therefore, they can be called wisdom plateaus, cosmic forces as well as the faces of kuṇḍalinī. For those interested in understanding nondual Tantric philosophy, cosmology and the more esoteric aspects of the Śakta (goddess) tradition, this course offers an opportunity you don't want to miss! Through it you get access to:

* More than 12 hours of recorded video lectures (also available as audio recordings)

* In-depth philosophical teachings

* Initiated mantras

* Meditation practices

* Suggestions for sādhana

* Unique written material on the history and development of Tantra

* Unique written material on each individual Mahāvidyā/ wisdom goddess

The intention behind this course is not only to provide access to and interpret information that may otherwise be difficult to understand, but to assist real transformation and offer the knowledge that liberates.

This course is taught in English and was recorded live through zoom in the autumn of 2022.


Your Instructor


Tova Olsson
Tova Olsson

Tova Olsson is a scholar of religion, author and yoga teacher with over 20 years of experience in educating. She is appreciated for her deep knowledge, her ability to explain esoteric ideas and philosophical concepts in an accessible way, for her skillful storytelling and humorous approach. She holds a MA in Religious Studies and is currently working on her PhD, researching the construction of gender in contemporary Tantra in Europe. She is the author of numerous academic articles and the book Yoga and Tantra: history, philosophy and mythology.


Course Curriculum



Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course was taught live from September to November 2022 and is now available for self-study.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.

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