The monumental work, Works of Swami Vivekananda Volume I, stands as a timeless testament to the spiritual brilliance and profound vision of Swami Vivekananda. Within the pages of this treasured compilation, readers are invited to immerse themselves in the vast ocean of wisdom that emanated from this revered spiritual luminary. Through his eloquence and compassionate guidance, Vivekananda leads readers on a transformative journey, unveiling the interconnectedness of all beings and emphasizing the importance of self-realization and service to humanity. By delving into the wisdom contained within these pages, readers can embark on a profound journey of self-discovery, personal growth, and social service. It is a book that ignites the flame of spiritual awakening, instilling a sense of purpose, and inspiring individuals to make a positive impact in the world.
Notes of Class Talks and Lectures - IV serves as a sacred gateway to the profound teachings of Swami Vivekananda, offering readers an extraordinary opportunity to embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth. Drawing from the ancient wisdom of the East, he effortlessly intertwines spirituality with practicality, offering practical advice on how to live a meaningful and fulfilling life amidst the complexities of the modern world. The story illuminates a complete way to self-realization that urges readers to transcend limitations and discover the boundless potential of the human spirit. It is a treasure trove of wisdom, offering practical guidance on harnessing one's inner strength, cultivating spiritual discipline, and manifesting a life of purpose and compassion.
Lectures from Colombo to Almora is a book of lectures delivered by Swami Vivekananda in Sri Lanka and India after his return from the West in 1897. The lectures cover a wide range of topics, but they all share a common theme: the need for India to wake up from its "age-long siesta" and take its rightful place in the world. Vivekananda's lectures are full of powerful insights and inspiring messages. He calls on Indians to embrace their religious heritage, to use their spiritual insights to solve the problems of the world and to take on the responsibility of leading the world into a new era of peace and harmony. Lectures from Colombo to Almora is a classic work of Indian philosophy and spirituality. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of India, or in the teachings of Swami Vivekananda.
Since 1968, Swami Paramatmananda Puri Has Lived The Life Of A Renunciate In India, Moving There At The Age Of Nineteen. It Has Been His Good Fortune To Have Kept The Company Of Many Saints And Sages Over The Years, Culminating In His Meeting With His Guru, Mata Amritanandamayi, Amma, In 1979. As One Of Her Senior Disciples, He Was Eventually Asked To Return To The U.S. To Serve As Head Of The First Ashram In The West, And Did So From 1990 To 2001. Many Of The Residents And Visitors To The Center Have Shared That One Of The High Points In Programs Were Swami’s Talks. With Wit And Humor, He Has Synthesized East And West And Created A Forum For Spiritual Learning. Contents: Obstacles On The Path; Becoming The Absolute; Gaining Equilibrium; Free Will And Grace; The World Is A Dream; True Nature Of The Ego; Selflessness Or Selfishness; About Giving; Sadhana And Realization; Christ The Avatar. Published By The Disciples Of Mata Amritanandamayi Devi, Affectionately Known As Mother, Or Amma The Hugging Saint.
Swami Aseshananda lived and taught in America for some forty years; he was Sri Sarada Devi’s last living monastic disciple up until his passing in 1996. He imbibed both the transcendent viewpoint of Advaita Vedanta and the practical teachings of Christianity in his life, combining them into a transformative message for the Western culture and the world at large — which he gave out untiringly and unstintingly for the many years of his blessed lifetime. His presence conferred galvanizing inspiration; his words from the podium conveyed powerful vibrations; his daily puja up through his ninetieth year transmitted countless blessings. His divine utterances and selfless actions during a life of complete commitment are still vibrating in the hearts and minds of the devotees. We offer here a selection of lectures the Swami delivered during his time at the Vedanta Society of Portland.
Spirituality Is Often Referred To As A Path. But Where Does It Begin? Where Does It End? And Where Does It Take Us? Is The Seeker Himself The Trailblazer, Hacking Through The Jungle With His Lone Machete? Or Is It Laid Out Before Us? Are There Multiple Paths Or Just One? In The Timeless Path: A Step-By-Step Guide To Spiritual Evolution, Swami Ramakrishnananda Puri Elucidates The Spiritual Path As Presented By India’s Traditional Scriptures, Showing It To Be The One And The Same Path Taught By World-Renowned Humanitarian And Spiritual Leader Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi (Amma). Simultaneously Shattering Common Misconceptions About Spirituality And Handing Us The Building Blocks To Construct A Solid And Practical Spiritual Life, Swamiji Brings Even Abstract Spiritual Concepts Down To Earth, Creating A Book Capable Of Inspiring And Guiding Spiritual Seekers Of All Levels. Drawing On More Than 30 Years Of Experience As One Of Amma’s Senior Disciples, And With His Own Characteristic Wit, In The Timeless Path, Swamiji Lays Out The Spiritual Journey From Beginning To End In Clear And Simple Prose. Published By The Disciples Of Mata Amritanandamayi Devi, Affectionately Known As Mother, Or Amma The Hugging Saint.
The Road Ahead is an exploration of the Paramhansa Yogananda's predictions about the future of our planet. Yogananda’s initial impact on Western culture was truly impressive. His lasting spiritual legacy has been even greater. His Autobiography of a Yogi, first published in 1946, helped launch a spiritual revolution in the West. Translated into more than fifty languages, it remains a best-selling spiritual classic to this day. Originally published by Swami Kriyananda in 1973, the book discusses what Yogananda's predictions could mean in our lives and how we can best approach the challenges that face us. While Yogananda's predictions are sometimes dire, The Road Ahead ultimately looks forward with expansive solutions to whatever upheavals this world brings. This re-release has a new foreword written by Nayaswami Jyotish and Nayaswami Devi, the global leaders of Ananda Sangha Worldwide.
Throughout history there have always been human beings who felt there must be more to life and they sought a higher wisdom or spiritual enlightenment. Many have found themselves in need of someone who has traveled the spiritual path successfully and could guide them toward the understanding they were seeking and to the Guru within. Sri Swami Satchidananda was one of the first Yoga masters to bring the classical Yoga tradition to the West. Invited to America in 1966 by iconic pop artist Peter Max, he taught Yoga postures, meditation, and a compassionate vegetarian lifestyle. In 1969, he opened the Woodstock Festival and became known to an entire generation as "the Woodstock Guru." Swami Satchidananda founded the global Integral Yoga organization, Satchidananda Ashram-Yogaville and the Light Of Truth Universal Shrine (Lotus.org). He is the author of Integral Yoga Hatha, To Know Your Self, The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, Beyond Words, The Living Gita, and The Golden Present. He is also the subject of the documentary, Living Yoga: The Life and Teachings of Swami Satchidananda. (For more information visit: swamisatchidananda.org).
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