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 realise 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 realising 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
recognise 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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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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