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Spiritual Life
Karma Sannyasa
(The Noble Path for the Householder)
How
is it possible to live the life of a householder and yet maintain a
balance between external and internal growth? In the Bhagavad Gita,
Krishna tells Arjuna, there is no harm in action, the danger lies in
attachment and dependence on the fruits of the actions performed. If
you can understand this concept and implement it in your daily life,
then you will gradually experience a higher quality of experience. This
is essentially the concept of karma sannyasa; live life fully, participate
in all events externally, but internally maintain an attitude of non-doership.
Explaining how closely our lives are governed by attachment, desire
and ambition, Karma Sannyasa describes methods to transform these patterns
and realize a happier outlook through the blossoming of spiritual awareness.
The book focuses on family life and relationships, wealth, karma, self-respect
and lifestyle, describing the process of realizing spirituality through
everyday life experiences.
312 pp, Soft cover
ISBN 81-85787-43-3, (English and Hindi)
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Light on the Guru and Disciple Relationship
Many people have argued that a guru is not necessary, because the real guru
is already within us. This is true, but how many of us can claim to
hear, understand or follow his instructions? In fact, most of us even
tend to doubt his existence. How many of us can discriminate between
the real inner guru and the monkey mind, acting out the dictates of
the ego? This inspiring book is written in two parts: the first by Swami
Satyasangananda, who accompanied her guru, Swami Satyananda, on his
tours as he enlightened his followers on the science of yoga. It contains
chapters on: how to recognize a guru, types of gurus, types of disciples,
negativity towards the guru, initiation, and many more. The second section
contains a selection of satsangs and talks on: linking with the spirit
of the guru, surrendering the ego, secret of transmission, every guru
is a light, guru is not a policeman, and many more.
308 pp, Soft cover, Coloured photographs
(English and Hindi)
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Sannyasa Darshan
(A Treatise on Traditional and Contemporary Sannyasa)
Sannyasa is a universal tradition representing the original thoughts of humanity.
Sannyasa Darshan covers the ancient and modern sannyasa tradition of
renunciation and dedication to spiritual life.
This book discusses the sannyasa lineage, including the origins of sannyasa, the ashrama system, stages of sannyasa, traditional rules and requirements, as well as the modern concept of sannyasa as it has evolved and is being lived today. Detailed accounts of the life, work and teachings of four major pathfinders in the sannyasa lineage: Sage Dattatreya, Adi Shankaracharya, Swami Sivananda and Swami Satyananda Saraswati are also presented.
Translations of five Sannyasa Upanishads: Kundikopanishad, Bhikshukopanishad, Avadhootopanishad, Paramahamsa Parivrajakopanishad and Nirvanopanishad (with commentary by Swami Niranjanananda Saraswati) comprise the final section of the book.
488 pp, Soft cover, 4 colour plates
ISBN: 81-85787-72-7, (English and Hindi)
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Samarpan: Living the Divine Connection
Samarpan is the culmination of all spiritual sadhanas, and the ultimate point
of human evolution. It is a process of unconditional self-surrender
in which the limited, individual ego is transformed, over thousands
of lifetimes, into an instrument of the divine will, able to commune
with God and to serve His entire creation.
Compiled from the enlightened wisdom of two modern day sages, Sri Swami Sivananda Saraswati, and his disciple, Sri Swami Satyananda Saraswati, this book illumines every aspect of samarpan, including the transcendental concepts of supreme love, perfect contentment, detachment and equanimity, divine grace, and the power of faith in God, the essence of the guru-disciple relationship, and the subtle realities facing every devotee treading the path of self-surrender.
Samarpan: Living the Divine Connection is an offering to all spiritual aspirants, a reminder of the grand purpose of human life and an inspiration to attain it.
218 pp, Soft cover, Coloured photographs
ISBN 978-81-86336-69-4, (English)
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Samatvam
Samatvam,
the yoga of equanimity, means being able to keep the mind steady and
balanced in every condition of life. It is the ability to be forever
serene, contented, calm and peaceful.
These teachings on samatvam have been compiled from the wisdom of two modern day yogis, Sri Swami Sivananda Saraswati and Sri Swami Satyananda Saraswati. Together with scriptural references and inspiring satsangs, the reader is offered the essential yogic techniques to acquire the divine qualities of samatvam: freedom from mental distractions and dissipation, the ability to remain cheerful in adverse conditions, the presence of mind and forbearance to bear insult and injury, and realization of the ultimate state of peace existing within and around everyone.
122 pp, Soft cover, Coloured photographs
ISBN 978-81-86336-78-6, (English)
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Upasana: In the Presence of the Divine
Upasana
is the ultimate path of sadhana, which leads the aspirant directly into
the proximity of the Divine. This book of practical insight and instruction
on the art of worship is meant for all those, who ask the questions:
How am I to discover the ultimate Truth within myself? How can I attain
liberation while living in this world?
These teachings contained in this book were expounded by two contemporary masters of the yoga tradition: Sri Swami Sivananda Saraswati and his disciple, Sri Swami Satyananda Saraswati. All aspects of this path of upasana, including types and modes of upasana, relationships with the Divine, use of mantras and symbols, form and formless worship, tree worship, service and yajna are described. The principles and practices offered here can be used by all aspirants on the spiritual path.
258 pp, Soft cover
ISBN 978-81-86336-63-2, (English)
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Yajna
(A Comprehensive Survey)
Yajna
is the most ancient ritual connecting human beings with the divine essence.
It is not merely a fire sacrifice, but a combination of esoteric and
exoteric elements to propitiate the cosmic energies. The spirit inherent
in yajna is service and sacrifice as a way of life. In ancient Vedic
society, yajna was an integral part of daily life and played a vital
role in providing communal prosperity, social peace and harmony with
nature.
This book offers a comprehensive survey of yajna as embodied in the Vedic tradition, looking at the structure, source and significance of the rituals and their relevance in this century. Rediscovery of the classical methodology and purpose of yajna can be a powerful tool for the transformation of human consciousness.
370 pp
Soft cover, ISBN: 81-86336-47-8
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