Depth Over Time offers a vision of the freedom and liberation available to anyone who is willing to make spiritual growth the primary focus of their life. Much more than just a discussion of philosophy, the book provides readers with the tools to undertake a profound spiritual transformation within themselves, to gain the direct realization that "God dwells within you, as yourself." Depth Over Time covers the most important aspects of the practice of Kundalini MahaYoga. Discussions include the topics of Grace and individual effort, our relationship with God, the wish to grow, the teacher-student relationship, selfless service, surrender, cultivating stillness, and the critical need to consciously choose spirituality, moment by moment. Throughout the book, Swami Khecaranatha reiterates that spiritual practice does not just happen during formal, closed-eye meditation. Swami Khecaranatha explains the philosophy and practices of this Tantric tradition in terms that Western students can readily understand, yet his message conveys the essence of the highest teachings of the ancient Kashmiri Shaivite tradition. He makes it clear that attaining liberation and living in Divine Presence is not just the purview of saints, but a real possibility for anyone willing to devote his or her life to the pursuit of unconditional freedom.
‘Enlightening Stories’ is a collection of 74 stories culled from the Indian and other religious traditions. Geographically, they range from the jungles of India to the deserts of the Middle East and the hills of Italy; historically, from the Vedic period to the 20th century; culturally, from the Hindu, Buddhist, Sufi, and Christian traditions. Wide-ranging and eclectic, they reflect our rich heritage and illustrate the universality of spiritual truth. Compiled by Swami Vimohananda from Bengali title ‘Galpa Malika’ by Swami Chetanananda and other sources and published by Advaita Ashrama, a publication house of Ramakrishna Math, Belur Math. #AdvaitaAshrama #RKMathBelurMath
One of Swami Satchidananda's greatest, compact works, The Key to Peace shows clearly that peace is what really matters in life and explains how to be in that peace always by not disturbing our real nature. When our supreme inner peace is undisturbed, we are automatically in joy, in love, in light. It inspires us to lead a life of balance, contentment, above likes and dislikes-a life where everything comes to you. Topics include the forbidden fruit, selflessness, use but don't possess, be always happy, the greatest mantra, just keep giving, real service, joy is your reward, God's business, love to serve. If you call it a spiritual practice or service or Karma Yoga, it should give you the maximum joy. If it doesn't, it's just a selfish act.
This is a valuable new guide to the practice of Vedanta and inner yoga: a priceless collection of spiritual instructions from Swami Ashokananda (1893-1969) to his close American disciples. Vedanta's eternal truths come alive in Swami Ashokananda's down-to-earth words of encouragement and advice. More than eight hundred passages for contemplation shed light on the spiritual path. Early chapters such as "The Agony of Conflict" and "The Secrets of Suffering" show how to cope with common problems; later chapters such as "Be Calm" and "Meditate" guide readers toward a higher state of consciousness.
Swami Abhishiktananda (Henri le Saux, 1910-1973) is one of the most intriguing spiritual figures of the twentieth century. A Breton-born monk who moved to India in 1948, he initially hoped to Christianize India along Benedictine lines. Instead his deep encounter with Hindu spirituality, particularly the experience of "non-duality," led him on an even more challenging and adventurous path, adopting the appearance and life if an Indian holy man. His last years were spent living as a hermit in the Himalayas.
Meditation And Its Methods by Swami Vivekananda: Delve into the practice of meditation and its transformative potential with this insightful book by Swami Vivekananda, a prominent spiritual leader. Drawing from various meditation traditions, Vivekananda offers guidance on different meditation techniques, illuminating the path to inner peace, self-realization, and spiritual growth. Key Aspects of the Book “Meditation And Its Methods”: Introduces different meditation methods from diverse spiritual traditions. Explores the benefits of meditation for physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Provides practical guidance and insights for cultivating a regular meditation practice. Meditation And Its Methods by Swami Vivekananda: Swami Vivekananda, a revered spiritual leader, guides readers on a transformative journey through Meditation and Its Methods. Drawing from ancient wisdom and his own profound insights, Vivekananda demystifies the practice of meditation and provides practical techniques for achieving inner peace and self-realization. With clarity and compassion, Vivekananda empowers readers to embark on a path of self-discovery and spiritual growth. Unlock the power of your mind and embrace the transformative potential of meditation.
In awakening consciousness through higher understanding, this practice is geared to those who choose to see all of the matter and energy as qualified expressions of one singular Transcendent Reality. In the tradition of philosophers and sages, we're asked to discriminate between what is real (the Absolute) and what is unreal (this changing world). Through affirmations of the underlying Reality, along with the practice of detachment, this world of seemingly rigid outlines gradually weakens. Eventually, an omnipresent, ever free, immortal Truth is directly intuited within everything and behind everything.
Upadesa Sara - the essence of all teaching - is one of the most popular Vendatic texts. It explains the paths of Action (Karma Yoga), Yoga (Astanga Yoga) and Knowledge (Jnana Yoga) and how they lead to the final goal of Self Knowledge. The great sage, Bhagvan Ramana Maharishi presents the subject in a simple and beautiful way. Swami Tejomayananda's commentary further simplifies the text and brings out its essence in an appealing way.
This collection includes dialogues from 1962-1966 that contain Swami Muktananda's replies to questions covering a wide range of spiritual topics, as well as rare photographs from the early days of his teaching mission.
These brief, poetic pieces--most delivered in response to questions from Swami Chetanananda's disciples--gently teach you how to relax in the face of difficulties; to comprehend that you are not alone; and to experience the unity of all things. He discusses topics as varied as the practice of Kundalini yoga; ways to work with pain; and how to appreciate the good in yourself. "...typifies the support that a skilled and authentic spiritual guide can offer. The passages are direct and candid, yet crafted with benevolence."--Spectrum.
This book is about the spiritual journey of an enthusiastic Physical Education student. It spans 26 years of intensive Yoga studies with Swami Kamala Mata Aranya, an English woman who had met her own spiritual Master when she was only five years old in India. Esoteric wisdom from the Vedas culminated in her initiation into the "silent" and ancient Aranya Order in 1995. Swami Chitinanda was driven by her thirst for knowledge of the Divine. Her story began in childhood in the Huon Valley, Tasmania. The spiritual quest took her to the ashram in the north of the state to Somerset, Burnie. Swami Chitinanda experienced ashram life, often getting herself into trouble as she longed to "become an authentic version of her Self".
Subtitled Jewels From the Teachings of Swami Satchidananda, this booklet collects hundreds of this great yoga master's seminal teachings in pithy aphorisms in his own words like You are happiness personified and Renounce the selfishness and you will be in Bliss. Each of these gems is capable of guiding a lifetime. The book is organized into twenty-eight topics including happiness and fun, faith, love, mind, spiritual practice, meditation, mantra, marriage/relationships, prayer, renunciation, divine will, emotions, willpower, beauty and art, pranayama, yoga of wisdom, guru, body and health, and life and death. It is essential wisdom for all aspects of life-inner and outer.
The authors of the 'U.S. Declaration of Independence' declared that all men are endowed by their Creator with certain rights, including Pursuit of Happiness. However, they gave no hints as to where this elusive happiness might be found. Over 3,000 years earlier in the serene atmosphere of the Himalayan ranges, the sages of Veda period drew the same conclusion and proceeded to investigate into the nature of happiness. They wanted to know where happiness was located and how to find it. In their careful observations they noted three facts: Man's search for happiness is a universal tendency. Everyone is searching for lasting happiness in a world of change. Permanent happiness must be independent of a changing environment. Arriving at these conclusions, the sages turned their enquiry inward to discover a substratum of permanence on which the changing phenomena rose and fell. In the short essays in Pursuit of Happiness, Swami Chinmayananda lucidly communicates the conclusions drawn by these subjective scientists who realised their own divine nature and proposed a way of life so that others might follow on the inner journey to the true source of happiness. Hailed as the second Swami Vivekananda, Swami Chinmayananda (1916-1993) has left a great legacy behind for mankind. On realising the true purpose of life he worked tirelessly and with tremendous energy for more than four decades to spread the message of Vedanta. A great orator, writer, leader, patriot and spiritual giant, he is one of the finest representatives of Indian spiritual heritage. The sprawling worldwide organisation of Chimaya Mission carries on the torch lit by this great saint.
This volume contains the Sutras of Patanjali. But the theme is the same as Part I. For in arousing the power within, the challenge is to free up consciousness from the external world by collecting and focusing attention on an object, person, holy word, or concept. Eventually, attention or concentration matures into a state of meditation. Through deeper meditations on higher ideals, we arouse our inner spiritual power. The more centered and open our acts of concentration, and the larger our thoughts and feelings, the more our consciousness is able to intuit an ultimate Truth, within and without. Eventually, a state of uninterrupted absorption occurs in which we are able to discern higher Reality as our core Self.
Swami Vivekananda (l863-1902), a learned scholar and wandering monk from India, traveled to Chicago in 1893 for the first World Parliament of Religions and there won immediate acclaim as a spiritual teacher. He established the first Vedanta centers in the United States and made a tremendous impression on a range of scholars, writers, and spiritual seekers. Book jacket.
Published by Advaita Ashrama, a publication house of Ramakrishna Math, Belur Math, this is Volume 7 of the nine volume series constituting 'The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda'. In these volumes we have not only a gospel to the world at large, but also, to its own children, the Charter of the Hindu faith. For the first time in history, Hinduism itself forms here the subject of generalization of a Hindu mind of the highest order. What Hinduism had needed was the organizing and consolidating of its own idea, a rock where she could lie at anchor, and an authoritative utterance in which she might recognise herself. What the world had needed was a faith that had no fear of truth. Both are found in the words and writings of Swami Vivekananda. It is the latest gospel of a modern Prophet of religion and spirituality to the mankind.
In an age where scientific minded youngsters are turning away from religion, there is a great need for a clear, systematic and logical explanation of the ancient spiritual teachings of Hinduism. That is exactly what Pujya Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda has given us in Self Unfoldment - a step-by-step analysis of the thought development of Vedanta. In precise, simple and profound language, Gurudev takes us from the fundamental principles of life to the very highest philosophical truths in this spiritual masterpiece. Self Unfoldment has inspired thousands of young people over the years, bringing out the noblest and best in them. Swami Chinmayananda, pioneered the art of conveying sublime knowledge intricately wrapped in Sanskrit scripture through the medium of English discourse and commentary. On realising the true purpose of life he worked tirelessly and with tremendous energy for more than four decades to spread the message of Vedanta. A great writer, leader, patriot and spiritual giant: He brought about a spiritual renaissance of the Vedantic heritage to the world. A powerful orator with his own brand of wit and humour; he paints vividly the wisdom of the ages in front of us. His commentary on the Bhagavad Geeta and Upanishads are considered one of the best ever for their clarity and crisp logic.
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