Swami Nikhilananda

First Published in 1959, Hinduism written specifically for the modern readers describes and interprets one of the world’s chief religions. For thousands of years Indian sages have speculated on man, creation, and the universe. One result has been an astonishing amount of myth and ritual, of art, asceticism, and philosophy. Swami Nikhilananda provides a brief account of Hinduism in both its theoretical and its practical aspects. It is written mainly from the point of view of non-dualism which the author argues is the highest achievement of India’s mystical insights and philosophical speculation, and her real contribution to world culture. The volume deals with themes like Hindu Ethics; Karma-Yoga; Bhakti-Yoga; Jnana- Yoga; Raja-Yoga; and Tantra. This complete survey of Hindu beliefs and customs is indispensable for scholars and researchers of Hinduism, religion, Indian philosophy, Indian culture, and heritage.

First Published in 1963, Holy Mother presents the life and teachings of an extraordinary saint of modern India, who lived outwardly the life of an ordinary Hindu woman. Sri Sarada Devi (1853-1920) was brought up in poverty but also in contentment. She gained her sainthood not through unusual austerities, but through regular practice of prayer and meditation, utter devotion in the service of her husband, and discharging her duties towards her demanding worldly-minded relatives. Yet her spiritual experiences were as deep as those of Sri Ramakrishna (1836-1886). Her life was a demonstration of the inner peace that comes from communication with God, even to one who is occupied with the activities of the world. Sri Ramakrishna trained her for her future role as his spiritual successor and through her he demonstrated the Motherhood of God. Her advent acted as a leaven silently raising the newly awakened consciousness of womanhood everywhere. This book is indispensable for scholars and researchers of Hinduism, religion, Indian philosophy, Indian culture, and heritage.

First Published in 1963, Holy Mother presents the life and teachings of an extraordinary saint of modern India, who lived outwardly the life of an ordinary Hindu woman. Sri Sarada Devi (1853-1920) was brought up in poverty but also in contentment. She gained her sainthood not through unusual austerities, but through regular practice of prayer and meditation, utter devotion in the service of her husband, and discharging her duties towards her demanding worldly-minded relatives. Yet her spiritual experiences were as deep as those of Sri Ramakrishna (1836-1886). Her life was a demonstration of the inner peace that comes from communication with God, even to one who is occupied with the activities of the world. Sri Ramakrishna trained her for her future role as his spiritual successor and through her he demonstrated the Motherhood of God. Her advent acted as a leaven silently raising the newly awakened consciousness of womanhood everywhere. This book is indispensable for scholars and researchers of Hinduism, religion, Indian philosophy, Indian culture, and heritage.

First Published in 1959, Hinduism written specifically for the modern readers describes and interprets one of the world’s chief religions. For thousands of years Indian sages have speculated on man, creation, and the universe. One result has been an astonishing amount of myth and ritual, of art, asceticism, and philosophy. Swami Nikhilananda provides a brief account of Hinduism in both its theoretical and its practical aspects. It is written mainly from the point of view of non-dualism which the author argues is the highest achievement of India’s mystical insights and philosophical speculation, and her real contribution to world culture. The volume deals with themes like Hindu Ethics; Karma-Yoga; Bhakti-Yoga; Jnana- Yoga; Raja-Yoga; and Tantra. This complete survey of Hindu beliefs and customs is indispensable for scholars and researchers of Hinduism, religion, Indian philosophy, Indian culture, and heritage.

Die gek rzte Ausgabe des Klassikers "The Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna" von Swami Nikhilananda. Enthalten sind die Gespr che von Sri Ramakrishna sowie die t glichen Ereignisse aus seinen vier letzten Lebensjahren (1882-1886), die sein vertrauter Sch ler M. (Mahendranath Gupta) aufgezeichnet hat. Swami Nikhilananda hat ihnen eine ausf hrliche Biografie ber den Meister vorangestellt. Sri Ramakrishna war einer der bekanntesten Heiligen des modernen Indien und lebte von 1836 bis 1886. Die meiste Zeit seines Erwachsenenlebens verbrachte er in Dakshineswar bei Kalkutta, wo er zun chst als Tempelpriester wirkte und sp ter intensive spirituelle bungen machte. In den bekannten Tempelgarten kamen viele Besucher. In den sp teren Jahren kamen v.a. junge M nner aus der gebildeten Schicht und wurden teils seine Sch ler. Der Meister besuchte regelm ig einige Familienv ter, die in Kalkutta lebten, wobei sich in ihren H usern feste Treffpunkte f r die Sch ler bildeten. Gegen Ende seines Lebens entstanden aus dem Kreis seiner Sch ler die Gruppe der k nftigen M nche, von denen Narendra (Swami Vivekananda) eine f hrende Rolle spielte, und die der Verheirateten. Neben vielen Gespr chen erf hrt der Leser sehr detailreich vom t glichen Leben Sri Ramakrishnas, von der Zeit seiner schweren Erkrankung an Kehlkopfkrebs sowie von der spirituellen Entwicklung seiner Sch ler. Auch die unmittelbare Zeit nach seinem Tod, in der die ersten Sch ler M nche wurden und das Kloster in Baranagore entstand, wird lebhaft geschildert. Sri Ramakrishnas Lehre betont die gleichberechtigte G ltigkeit aller Religionen. Er empfahl den Weg der Gottesliebe (Bhakti), die zur Gotteserkenntnis f hrt. Seine religi se Erfahrung war von vielen Visionen gepr gt, v.a. von der G ttlichen Mutter Kali, der er besonders ergeben war, und von h ufigem Versunkensein in Samadhi. Besonders markant sind die vielen Beispiele aus dem t glichen Leben und die Gleichnisse, mit denen er seine Lehre veranschaulichte. Neben dieser gek

Diese Biografie bildet die Einleitung zu "The Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna", dem Klassiker ber Sri Ramakrishna schlechthin. Der letzte Teil des Buches gibt ein Bild des t glichen Lebens seiner Sch ler nach seinem Tod und enth llt den asketischen Hintergrund der Ramakrishna-Mission. Sri Ramakrishna (1836-1886) wirkte in Dakshineswar in der N he von Kalkutta. Seine verschiedenen spirituellen Erfahrungen, seine Harmonisierung der verschiedenen Konfessionen und der Beweis, den er erbrachte, dass der Mensch seine niedere Natur v llig besiegen kann, kennzeichnen ihn als eine einmalige Gestalt in der spirituellen Weltgeschichte. Das Erscheinen Sri Ramakrishnas verk rperte das Heranbrechen eines neuen Zeitalters im Indien des 19. Jahrhunderts. Die Freiheitsbewegung der Inder nahm in Dakshineswar ihren Ausgang, unabh ngig davon, wie sie sich sp ter entwickelt hat. Es ist die universelle Lehre Sri Ramakrishnas, die die Menschen berall erwartungsvoll, oft unbewusst suchen, das Licht, das ihren gegenw rtigen Zweifel und ihre Verwirrung beseitigt und Frieden und Wohlwollen unter allen f rdert.

This book, first published in 1968, comprises five articles on the immortality of the soul. According to Hindu tradition this immortality cannot be proved by the scientific method of reasoning – it is based upon scriptural evidence and on the direct experience of enlightened souls. These articles examine the Hindu tradition and provide reasoned support to the scriptures and experiences.

This book, first published in 1968, comprises five articles on the immortality of the soul. According to Hindu tradition this immortality cannot be proved by the scientific method of reasoning – it is based upon scriptural evidence and on the direct experience of enlightened souls. These articles examine the Hindu tradition and provide reasoned support to the scriptures and experiences.

The Bhagavad Gita, translated by Swami Nikhilananda, is a sacred Hindu text that contains a dialogue between Lord Krishna and Arjuna. The book is divided into 18 chapters and provides teachings on various spiritual topics such as karma, dharma, yoga, and self-realization. The text is considered a key scripture in Hinduism and is often studied by seekers of spiritual knowledge. Swami Nikhilananda's translation is known for its clarity and accessibility, making it a popular choice for readers seeking to understand the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita. The book also includes a comprehensive introduction that provides context and background information on the text. Overall, The Bhagavad Gita is a profound and enlightening text that offers guidance on how to live a fulfilling and meaningful life. This is a new release of the original 1944 edition. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

The Essence of Hinduism is a comprehensive guide to the philosophy, beliefs, and practices of Hinduism, written by Swami Nikhilananda. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the nature of God, the meaning of life, karma, reincarnation, and the role of meditation and yoga in spiritual development. It also explores the different paths of Hinduism, such as Bhakti, Jnana, and Karma Yoga, and provides insights into the teachings of the Upanishads, the Bhagavad Gita, and other important Hindu texts. Throughout the book, Swami Nikhilananda provides clear and concise explanations of complex concepts and offers practical advice for spiritual seekers. The Essence of Hinduism is an essential resource for anyone interested in understanding the rich and diverse traditions of Hinduism. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.