Download or read book The Concise Yoga V si ha written by and published by State University of New York Press. This book was released on 2010-03-31 with total page 451 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Concise Yoga Vāsiṣṭha a clear, provocative summary of one of the leading texts of Hinduism. Swami Venkatesananda continues the long tradition of elaborating on and clarifying the teachings of the sage Vāsiṣṭha. It captures the verve of the original text while eliminating needless repetition. For the specialist, this book makes available a handy guide to the original Sanskrit without sacrificing philosophical depth. To the comparative religionist, it provides an occasion for understanding how Hinduism has been able to accommodate seemingly opposite schools of thought without giving way to the platitudes which mar many syncretic movements.

Download or read book Vasi ha s Yoga written by Swami Venkatesananda and published by State University of New York Press. This book was released on 2010-03-18 with total page 783 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is Swami Venkatesananda's longer Yoga Vasiṣṭha. His two volume book is here offered between two covers. Its purpose is to provide a means to eliminate psychological conditioning and to attain liberation. Containing the instructions of the sage Vasiṣṭha to Lord Rama, this scripture is full of intricately woven tales, the kind a great teacher might tell to hold the interest of a student.

Download or read book Yogic Flying According to Yoga Vasishtha written by Peter F. Freund and published by . This book was released on 2018-12-10 with total page 498 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vasishtha teaches the young boy Rama, the future king of Ayodhya, through stories. Here is the story where Vasishtha explains Yogic Flying. In this true story from the ancient past, King Shikhidhvaja and Queen Chudala are a perfect couple, deeply in love, enjoying the comforts and diversions of royal life together. As they get older and realize that life is fleeting, they turn to meditation. Queen Chudala has great success and gains enlightenment, a state of complete inner and outer fulfillment. But she is unable to convince her husband of the worth of her accomplishment. So she learns Yogic Flying in order to be able to demonstrate her mastery of natural law to her husband. At this point, Rama wants to know what this Yogic Flying is. Vasishtha launches into a 220 verse exposition of the mechanics of Yogic Flying, its stages of development, and its purpose: This is the most comprehensive description of Yogic Flying available in the Vedic Literature. Vasishtha devotes one chapter to explaining the theory and practice of Yogic Flying, and then three chapters on the three stages of Yogic Flying. The first stage is lifting off the ground in short hops; the second stage is marked when the flyer remains in the air, floating; and the third stage is demonstrated by the ability to fly anywhere at will. Special attention is given to the liftoff. The moment of liftoff demonstrates supreme mind-body coordination and gives a glimpse into the world of mastery of total natural law. Even the rank beginners in the practice of Yogic Flying, lifting off the ground in short hops, can have a dramatic influence on the collective consciousness of the whole society, Vasishtha says.In the context of explaining Yogic Flying, Vasishtha teaches Rama the whole story of health and disease. The cause of all disease, Vasishtha explains, is restricted awareness, the inability to grasp the total picture of reality. The cure for this mistake of the intellect, the cure for this ignorant perception of reality according to Vasishtha, is the experience of the total potential of natural law at the moment of liftoff in Yogic Flying. Thus Yogic Flying according to the Yoga Vasishtha is the supreme technology for creating perfect health. These chapters, called Yogasara in the literature, contain the essence of the knowledge of Yoga. This is the core teaching of Yoga in the Yoga Vasishtha.

Download or read book The Yoga Vasishta written by and published by Sura Books. This book was released on 2003 with total page 592 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Supreme Yoga written by Swami Venkatesananda and published by New Age Books. This book was released on 2005 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Supreme Yoga (2 Vols) by Swami Venkatesananda Published by Motilal Banarsidass, Delhi (www.mlbd.co.in, [email protected]) About the Book The Yoga Vasistha is a unique work of Indian philosophy and is highly respected for its practical mysticism. These teachings of Sage Vasistha imparted to Lord Rama, contain the true understanding about the creation of the world. The supreme Yoga with Romanised text is a translation into English of this complete work and is accompanied by brief expositions by Swami Venkatesananda. This book brings this storehouse of wisdom to our world and makes the philosophy comprehensible to scholars and common people alike. It is this philosophy of a comprehensive spirituality, rational and practical, that man in the modern age needs to rescue himself from his stagnation of worldliness and put him on the high road of creative living and fulfilment. Soak into the message of each verse and discover the numerous ways in which this truth is revealed to help open your mind. We have a firm hope that this well-known, towering teaching will provide to everyone the requisite inspiration and solace.

Download or read book Thought Power written by Sri Swami Sivananda and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2021-01-01 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thought Power: Power Of Happy Thoughts by Sri Swami Sivananda: In this spiritual guide, Sri Swami Sivananda imparts wisdom on harnessing the transformative power of positive thinking. The book emphasizes the role of our thoughts in shaping our reality and offers practical techniques for cultivating a positive mindset, leading to a happier and more fulfilling life. Through ancient wisdom and timeless teachings, readers are encouraged to embrace the power of optimism and gratitude. Key Aspects of the Book “Thought Power: Power of Happy Thoughts”: Unlock the potential of positive thinking in transforming your life. Embrace spiritual teachings to cultivate happiness and contentment. Learn practical techniques for maintaining a positive mindset amidst life's challenges. Thought Power: Power of Happy Thoughts by Sri Swami Sivananda is a comprehensive guide to the power of positive thinking and self-empowerment. This life-changing book provides readers with the tools to unlock their inner potential and improve their mental wellbeing. From positive affirmations to inner peace, Sri Swami Sivananda reveals the power of happy thoughts, optimism, and self-transformation. With guidance on cultivating a positive mindset, building self-belief, and developing a positive attitude, readers will be equipped with the necessary techniques to improve their mental strength, tap into positive energy, and realize their full potential. Thought Power: Power Of Happy Thoughts is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to spark a journey of self-improvement, self-awareness, self-motivation, self-positivity, and self-actualization.

Download or read book The Yoga Vasishtha Maharamayana The Vairagya Mumukshu Prakarnas and the Utpatti Khanda to chapter L written by and published by . This book was released on 1891 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Classical verse work expounding early Vedantic approach in Hindu philosophy.

Download or read book Handbook of Hindu Mythology written by George M. Williams and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2008-03-27 with total page 395 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlike many other ancient mythologies, Hinduism thrives in the modern world. One billion followers and countless others have been captivated by its symbolic representations of love, karma, and reincarnation. Handbook of Hindu Mythology offers an informative introduction to this dauntingly complex mythology of multifaceted deities, lengthy heroic tales, and arcane philosophies-all with a 3,000-year history of reinterpretations and adaptations. Williams offers a number of pathways by which to approach Hinduism's ever-changing gods and goddesses (e.g., Brahma, Vishnu, Siva), spiritual verses (such as the vedas), secular epics (including the Ramayana and the Mahabharata), myths within myths, devotional and esoteric traditions, psychic and yogic disciplines, and magical practices. With this handbook, readers can explore the history of Hindu mythology, follow a detailed timeline of key episodes and historical events, and look up specific elements of historical or contemporary Hinduism in a beautifully illustrated reference work. It is the ideal introduction to the origins of Hinduism, the culture that shaped it from antiquity to the present, and the age-old stories, ideas, and traditions that speak to the human condition as eloquently today as ever. Including annotated bibliographies, a glossary of cultural and mythological terms, and numerous illustrations, here is a gold mine of information on Hindu mythology. "

Download or read book Yoga Vasistha the Art of Self Realization written by Aum Namoh Narayana and published by . This book was released on 2014-09-25 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Yoga Vasistha - The Art of Self RealizationBy Aum Namoh Narayana

Download or read book Laghu yoga v si ha written by Abhinanda and published by . This book was released on 1987 with total page 486 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Shri Sai Satcharita written by Govind Raghunath Dabholkar and published by Sterling Publishers Pvt., Limited. This book was released on 1999 with total page 918 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Laghu yoga v si ha written by and published by . This book was released on 1971 with total page 530 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A popular text on Advaita Vedānta, Purāṇic in form and philosophical in content.--Preface.

Download or read book A Goddess Among Us written by Swami Mangalananda and published by . This book was released on 2007-06-01 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "It cannot be that anybody, anywhere is not my very own. I am with you at all times." Clothed in spotless white... the image of simplicity and gentleness, Anandamayi Ma was one of the most influential spiritual teachers of our time. Her devotees ranged from prime ministers to renowned saints to humble villagers. Although virtually uneducated, Ma spoke with the authority of direct experience and mesmerised all with her ethereal beauty, sweetness and grace. A free spirit, she wandered all over the country showering her love and tender care on everyone. Across India, several ashrams, established and dedicated in her name, today serve as sanctuaries for spiritual seekers. Wherever she went, miracles followed in her wake. From suddenly appearing at the bedside of a dying woman... to breathing life into an ant crushed thoughtlessly underfoot, everything was manifested effortlessly and graciously through Ma. Her samadhi at Kankhal near Haridwar, radiates peace and showers blessings on devotees who come to pay their respects from all over the world. This short biography, written by a "dikshit" - a direct disciple of Ma, seeks to acquaint you with the sacred persona, inspired wisdom and the divine life of Anandamayi Ma. Its highlight is a chapter on new incidents that have come to light and never before been published in any biography of Ma.

Download or read book Ganeshpuri Days written by Swami Shankarananda and published by Shaktipat Press. This book was released on 2020-04-13 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1970, driven by a search for purpose and meaning, a young New Yorker leaves his promising academic career to travel to India seeking yogic wisdom. After many adventures, he arrives at the feet of the great Siddha master Baba Muktananda, in the holy village of Ganeshpuri. Here, he experiences the awakening of the kundalini energy. With enthusiasm, sincerity and candid self-reflection, Swami Shankarananda depicts his profound relationship with his Guru and the inner voyage of his transformation. He takes the reader on a mystical journey in which he does battle with his ego and his own negative tendencies and connects with the inner divine energy. Under Baba's guidance he emerges from a twelve-year apprenticeship as a knower of the Self and a Guru in his own right. 'Ganeshpuri Days' is a beautifully written account that will inspire readers to awaken to the true Self and fulfil their highest potential

Download or read book Practice of Karma Yoga written by Swami Sivananda and published by . This book was released on 1974 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Shikhandi written by Devdutt Pattanaik and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2014-07-20 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Patriarchy asserts men are superior to women Feminism clarifies women and men are equal Queerness questions what constitutes male and female Queerness isn’t only modern, Western or sexual, says mythologist Devdutt Pattanaik. Take a close look at the vast written and oral traditions in Hinduism, some over two thousand years old, and you will find tales of: Shikhandi, who became a man to satisfy her wife Mahadeva, who became a woman to deliver a devotee’s child Chudala, who became a man to enlighten her husband Samavan, who became the wife of his male friend and many more . . . Playful and touching—and sometimes disturbing—these stories when compared with tales of the Mesopotamian Gilgamesh, the Greek Ganymede, the biblical Sodom or the Chinese ‘cut sleeve’ Emperor reveal the unique Indian way of making sense of queerness. Devdutt Pattanaik’s new book builds on profound ideas that our ancestors shared but which we have rarely inherited. This book has content for mature audiences. Discretion advised.

Download or read book 7 Steps to Freedom written by Gilbert Mane and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 7 Steps to Freedom presents both modern and ancient wisdom from the East and West in a clear, readable and entertaining way. From an ancient Indian text, seven simple steps emerge, which we can relate to directly: We know there is more to life and we begin to look for answers; We search for a new way of living; We look at ourselves - our minds and our hearts; We see a new world of refined consciousness; We feel free of attachments; We feel a 'oneness' of being; We experience undisturbed happiness and freedom.