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Journey through ancient history and Eastern philosophy to unlock timeless wisdom on power, ethics, and the self. Whether you are seeking a calm escape during your evening commute or mindful morning reflection, this story-driven narrative transports you to vibrant temple courtyards and intense...

When European missionaries first arrived in India in the sixteenth century, they entered a world both fascinating and bewildering. Hinduism, as they saw it, was a pagan mess: the worship of devils and monsters by a people who burned women alive, performed outlandish rites and fed children to...

The stories in Hindu myth stem from traditions within Hinduism, drawing on stories from ancient texts, like the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. Keep in mind that because different versions of Hinduism inspire different people, many different versions of the stories float through the jungle and over the stones of temples and traditions. The stories in this volume are my version, though I’ve stuck as closely to the original myths and legends as imagination allows.

Consisting of fewer than 200 verses written in an obscure if not impenetrable language and style, Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra is today extolled by the yoga establishment as a perennial classic and guide to yoga practice. As David Gordon White demonstrates in this groundbreaking study, both of these assumptions are incorrect. Virtually forgotten in India for hundreds of years and maligned when it was first discovered in the West, the Yoga Sutra has been elevated to its present iconic status.

How had Gandhi transformed himself from an ineffective young lawyer into the Mahatma, the “great soul” who led 400 million ordinary men and women in their nonviolent struggle for independence? To find out, Easwaran visited Gandhi’s ashram and watched the Mahatma absorbed in meditation on the Bhagavad Gita – the wellspring of Gandhi’s spiritual strength.

After a long and fruitful life, the Buddha is now 80. For 50 years after his Enlightenment, he has been walking the hot, dusty roads of Northeastern India with just a robe and bowl, tirelessly and selflessly teaching and inspiring. He knows death is approaching. This is the background to the...

'Exceptional... Spiritual Anatomy blends the wisdom of yogic philosophy with practical techniques to unlock your infinite potential.' - Deepak Chopra From the internationally bestselling author of The Heartfulness Way comes a journey to the center of our consciousness, mapping a path for you to...

Now, in this volume of all-new, never-before-released material, Paramhansa Yogananda—who has hundreds of thousands of followers and admirers in North America—playfully and powerfully explains virtually everything needed to lead a happier, more fulfilling life.

International best-selling author and spiritual guide Kamlesh D. Patel explains how to use the spiritual practices of Heartfulness - relaxation, meditation, cleaning, and prayer - to expand your consciousness, evolve your mind, find true happiness, and live your purpose.

An ancient Indian epic that follows the journey of Lord Rama, who sets out to rescue his wife Sita from the demon king Ravana. Along the way, he is joined by loyal companions like Hanuman and Lakshmana, and together they teach timeless lessons of courage, duty, and righteousness.

The Geeta Girl podcast show us how the Bhagavad Geeta teaches us to deal with everyday challenges while helping us live our best lives. Each episode will focus on the issues that many of us face and we will feature guest speakers as well as responses to questions from our Geeta Girl family (send those questions in!) to help us learn how the Geeta is the ultimate self-help guide.

Truths about life from the timeless wisdom of the Bhakti-yoga tradition - fun, relevant, and deep. Learn about dharma, yoga, bhakti, and how it relates to all the basic questions of life. This show is about how to live your best life, let go of the external distractions, and uncover the spiritual happiness that lies within the heart as the true nature of the soul. Raghunath and Kaustubha's connection goes back to their teens in the New York Hardcore Punk Scene of the early 80s, through serving together as Bhakti-yogi monks in the 90's, to sharing their experiences in the world of yoga in the ...

Explore the complex and rich tradition of Goddess worship across the Indian subcontinent through this stunning compilation of Her complete story She is benevolent and nurturing, yet fierce and terrible, a warrior and a lover. She creates and gives life, is death personified, and the one who...

This powerful book describes authentic tantra, what distinguishes it from other spiritual paths, and how the tantric way combines hatha yoga, meditation, visualization, Ayurveda, and other disciplines. Taking us back to ancient times, Pandit Tigunait shares his experiences with tantric masters and the techniques they taught him.

The Rig Veda stands as one of the oldest surviving testaments to human thought—a luminous tapestry of hymns composed over three millennia ago in the fertile lands of ancient India. More than a sacred text, it is a record of revelation, ritual, and the riddle of existence, set to the rhythms of fire and sky. This collection of over one thousand hymns—composed in Vedic Sanskrit (presented here in English) and attributed to visionary seers known as rishis—offers praise to a vast pantheon of gods and forces.

In this audiobook, Dharma Hazari, a monk and spiritual teacher from India, teaches you the fundamentals of chakra healing so you can finally begin clearing your aura/energy and live a much more balanced life.

“Money should be used to help others.” “Attachment is the strongest block to realization.” “Love is the strongest medicine.” “All action is prayer.” “Whoever works for God, his work will be done by itself.” “Keep God in your heart like you keep money in the bank.” Neem Karoli Baba known to his followers as Maharaj-ji - was a Hindu guru, mystic and devotee of the Hindu lord Hanuman. Here is the essence of his remarkable life and teachings.

Discover the power and grace of the Hanuman Chalisa, a sacred hymn that has inspired and protected devotees for centuries. Whether you're seeking spiritual growth, protection, or a deeper connection with Lord Hanuman, this audiobook is your perfect companion.

In Revelations from the Bhagavad Gita: 50 Verses 100 Stories, bestselling and award-winning author Gauranga Darshan Das attempts to make the timeless wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita accessible and relatable for modern listeners. This transformative audiobook presents 50 profound verses from the Gita, beautifully explained through 100 impactful and engaging stories, thoughtfully divided into five sections: Karma (action), Jnana (knowledge), Dhyana (meditation), Bhakti (devotion), and Sadguna (virtues).

Want to learn all about Hinduism, the world's oldest and third-largest religion? Like actually understand what karma is? Or what dharma means? Do you want to know what the sacred texts of Hinduism are? Or, maybe, you just want to know why Hindu women wear a dot on their forehead? Or, perhaps, if all Hindus vegetarian? If so, then All About Hinduism is just what you’ve been waiting for. We’ll give you an overview of Hinduism as a lived and contemporary spiritual path. We’ll explore the history of how Hinduism has come to be what it is today: the third-largest and oldest religious ...