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A Hindu scripture in Sanskrit which is a part of the Mahabharata, the Bhagavad Gita is an ancient Indian literary and philosophical text. Various concepts of dharma, yogic ideals of moksha and bhakti have been dealt with in this dialogue between the Pandava prince Arjuna and his guide, Lord Krishna. Numerous translations have been made over time, most popularly available being that by Srimad. Mahatma Gandhi referred to the Gita as his ‘spiritual dictionary’
A collection of religious and philosophical texts, The Upanishads are centred around the concepts of Hinduism. Some of them are shared with those of Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism. It is a part of the Vedas. Shri Aurobindo describes it as ‘the supreme work of the Indian mind’. The prime Veda doctrines of yoga, meditation and self-realization are mentioned here.
Swami Vivekananda preached on the way to regain human dignity. His teachings have found a way into the spiritual current of our times. Those who wish to seek not profound truths about religion but attain peace and self-fulfilment are enlightened through his philosophies. His lectures and writings have been gathered into nine volumes.
Yogananda is famous for this writing of his. It is the sort of book that people read multiple times. It has sold over four million copies since it was first published in 1947. Its popularity in the West is immense as it was considered the gateway to Eastern wisdom, which for some people was affordable through only a reading of a book. It prompted them, by this book, to explore Indian spirituality further, through visits or further readings.
It is a book about religious spirituality. Whether it is your first exploration of your inner space or you have already devoted your life to an inward journey, this book helps transform the relationship between you and the world around you. The book provides answers on how to put an end to the thoughts and emotions that limit one’s consciousness. The development of the conscious mind, self-realization and happiness are keys to dwell in the present moment, and the author has delved into exactly this subject.
It is a major work about the practices of yoga and meditation. They teach through aphorisms on how to control one’s mind and attain inner peace and freedom. Even though it was written 2000 years ago, the book contains material which is relevant even today. Translations with commentaries by Swami Prabhavandana and Christopher Isherwood are easy to decipher and follow.
By Damini Bhattacharya
Nov 16, 2017
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A Hindu scripture in Sanskrit which is a part of the Mahabharata, the Bhagavad Gita is an ancient Indian literary and philosophical text. Various concepts of dharma, yogic ideals of moksha and bhakti have been dealt with in this dialogue between the Pandava prince Arjuna and his guide, Lord Krishna. Numerous translations have been made over time, most popularly available being that by Srimad. Mahatma Gandhi referred to the Gita as his ‘spiritual dictionary’
A collection of religious and philosophical texts, The Upanishads are centred around the concepts of Hinduism. Some of them are shared with those of Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism. It is a part of the Vedas. Shri Aurobindo describes it as ‘the supreme work of the Indian mind’. The prime Veda doctrines of yoga, meditation and self-realization are mentioned here.
Swami Vivekananda preached on the way to regain human dignity. His teachings have found a way into the spiritual current of our times. Those who wish to seek not profound truths about religion but attain peace and self-fulfilment are enlightened through his philosophies. His lectures and writings have been gathered into nine volumes.
Yogananda is famous for this writing of his. It is the sort of book that people read multiple times. It has sold over four million copies since it was first published in 1947. Its popularity in the West is immense as it was considered the gateway to Eastern wisdom, which for some people was affordable through only a reading of a book. It prompted them, by this book, to explore Indian spirituality further, through visits or further readings.
It is a book about religious spirituality. Whether it is your first exploration of your inner space or you have already devoted your life to an inward journey, this book helps transform the relationship between you and the world around you. The book provides answers on how to put an end to the thoughts and emotions that limit one’s consciousness. The development of the conscious mind, self-realization and happiness are keys to dwell in the present moment, and the author has delved into exactly this subject.
It is a major work about the practices of yoga and meditation. They teach through aphorisms on how to control one’s mind and attain inner peace and freedom. Even though it was written 2000 years ago, the book contains material which is relevant even today. Translations with commentaries by Swami Prabhavandana and Christopher Isherwood are easy to decipher and follow.
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