Initiations And Initiates In Tibet : Kessinger Publishing : 9781163217207 : 1163217204 : 10 Sep 2010 : Initiations and Initiates in Tibet is a book written by Alexandra David-Neel, a French explorer and spiritualist who extensively traveled throughout Tibet in the early 20th century. The book is a detailed account of her experiences and observations of the mystical practices and rituals of Tibetan Buddhism, particularly the initiation ceremonies and the training of the initiates.David-Neel describes the various types of initiations that are practiced in Tibet, such as the Kalachakra initiation, which is considered the highest initiation in Tibetan Buddhism. She also explains the significance of the initiations and how they are believed to transform the initiate's consciousness and enable them to attain spiritual enlightenment.The book also provides insights into the life of the Tibetan monks and nuns, their rigorous training, and their daily routines. David-Neel describes the various p