Śāṇḍilya Bhakti Sūtra

Author : Paramahamsa Vishwananda
Publisher : Bhakti Marga Publications
Page : 481 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2023-12-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9783963431067

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Śāṇḍilya-bhakti-sūtra by Paramahamsa Vishwananda Pdf

The Śāṇḍilya-bhakti-sūtra, compiled by Sage Śāṇḍilya, is an essential text in the bhakti tradition and Vaiṣṇavism at large. Its ontological exploration of bhakti helps the seeker map out the process by which bhakti emerges, grows and, ultimately, leads one to the absolute peak of spiritual experience. Given Sage Śāṇḍilya’s more pragmatic, philosophical leanings, Paramahamsa Vishwananda’s commentaries serve as a perfect balancing act. Focusing on the experiential and emotional dimensions of the sūtras, what we are left with is an impeccable combination of intellectual and experiential nourishment. The transcendent world of the Lord, of true love, and bliss is impossible for the mind to fully grasp, but this book aims to serve as a compass pointing in its direction. The journey will always be unique and ours to undertake, but the guidance and framework gifted to us by the joint efforts of Sage Śāṇḍilya and Paramahamsa Vishwananda will surely help make it as smooth a ride as it could ever possibly be.

Author : Śāṇḍilya,Swami Harshananda
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 1976
Category : Bhakti
ISBN : UVA:X000755849

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Śaṇḍilya Bhakti Sūtras, with Svapneśvara Bhāṣya by Śāṇḍilya,Swami Harshananda Pdf

Aphoristic work setting forth the Hindu approach to bhakti (devotion)

Author : Ramchandra Dattatraya Ranade
Publisher : SUNY Press
Page : 540 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1983-01-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0873956699

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Mysticism in India by Ramchandra Dattatraya Ranade Pdf

Mysticism in India is a complete and informative description of the teachings, works, and lives of the great poet-saints of Maharashtra written by a scholar and professor who was also a mystic. Jnaneshwar, Namadev, Tukaram, Eknath, Ramdas, and the other saints discussed belonged to the great devotional religious movement that spread through medieval India. With the exception of Ramdas, they all belonged to the tradition of the Varkaris, the most popular sect in contemporary Maharashtra. Their compositions exemplify the universality of their faith and practice, and are recognized as literary treasures. Ranade was primarily interested in the poet-saints as mystics--teachers of the perennial philosophy--whose experiences have general metaphysical and religious implications. At the heart of his classic is a comprehensive, objective presentation of the thought of these saints, augmented by a deep appreciation of their value and relevance to present-day scholars and seekers. Mysticism in India is the only major study in English of medieval Indian religious literature. The book's enduring value has been enhanced by the addition of a foreword by a scholar currently working in Marathi literature, and a preface by a present-day poet-saint of Maharashtra.

Author : Ajai Chhawchharia
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2018-05-24
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1982980125

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Shandilya Bhakti Sutra by Ajai Chhawchharia Pdf

'Shandilya Bhakti Sutra' is a Book of 100 Aphorisms on Bhakti, the path of devotion, affection and love for Lord God. It was enunciated and expounded by sage Shandilya who was a great illustrious sage of ancient India, belonging to the period of the Upanishads and the Purans. This Book removes all doubts in the mind of a seeker regarding the importance of Bhakti, and why it is an important spiritual tool and the best path to God-realisation. All learners need an easy to read and understand guide-book to help them grasp the essentials of the subject of their interest. Similarly on the spiritual path too an aspirant would need guidelines and a road map to show him the correct way forward, to tell him what to do in order to achieve success in his spiritual endeavours and warn him against the various pitfalls and how to avoid them, to provide him with some benchmarks against which he can judge his success, and at the same time tell him the wonderful reward that awaits him if he follows the instructions properly. In the spiritual realm, Bhakti (devotion, affection and love) for Lord God is of tremendous and singular importance. There are scriptures that deal with this eclectic spiritual theme, but they are so many of them, so vastly scattered and voluminous, and so varied in their contents and different in their prescriptions that a devotee is more likely to get confused and lost in the maze of advices given by them than actually be able to benefit from reading them. The present book "Shandilya Bhakti Sutra" fulfils this necessity--as it presents the guidelines of Bhakti in a very precise and concise form in a language that is easy to understand. This Book has been published simultaneously in a 'Kindle' (or e-book) edition and is available at www.amazon.com

Author : Shraddhesh Chaturvedi
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 122 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2021-12-06
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798780115199

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Shandilya Bhakti Sutra by Shraddhesh Chaturvedi Pdf

Narad and Shandilya are the two foremost authorities in the path of devotion. They divide it into two types - primary and secondary. The primary devotion is intrinsic, intense, and liberating. The secondary devotion is external, based on actions, and the precursor of primary devotion. He shows that primary devotion is the only cause of enlightenment or eternal freedom. The other means of self-improvement as knowledge, action, Yoga, etc., can help us attain primary devotion; they cannot lead us to liberation directly. The path of devotion is for everyone. Shandilya accepts no difference in the worship of the Supreme Being or his incarnations. This practice is in line with all other Vaishnava philosophies. He explains the various questions - why one should follow the path of devotion? How can one attain primary devotion to become fulfilled? What can help in its attainment, and what are the major hurdles? He ascribes the cause of our miseries to the absence of devotion and not to ignorance. Since devotion alone leads us to enlightenment, its absence is the only cause of our bondage.

Author : Śivkumāra Śānḍilya,Swami Harshananda
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 259 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 1976
Category : Bhakti
ISBN : OCLC:963461668

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Śāṇḍilya Bhakti Sūtras, with Svapneśvara Bhāṣya by Śivkumāra Śānḍilya,Swami Harshananda Pdf

Author : Paramahamsa Vishwananda
Publisher : Bhakti Marga Publications
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2023-06-30
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9783963431005

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Nārada-bhakti-sūtra by Paramahamsa Vishwananda Pdf

The Nārada-bhakti-sūtra, compiled by Sage Nārada, is a foundational text in the path of bhakti and Vaiṣṇavism. As one of the Lord’s greatest devotees, Sage Nārada stands as a role model and an expert guide to all aspiring devotees. In these bhakti sūtras, he has extracted the essence of devotion and presented it concisely in only 84 verses. Each sūtra is infused with the insight of one who truly lives bhakti to its fullest. Maximising the effect of this wisdom by His commentary, Paramahamsa Vishwananda has added the only missing ingredient: practical application. How can I actually live such elevated principles today? How do I walk this path in this present time and in my current circumstances? Paramahamsa Vishwananda has answered these questions and many more in these pages, making this a vital handbook of devotion for anyone who considers themselves a bhakta on the path to God Himself. It is tailor-made for our times, by the most extraordinary spiritual Master of our times.

Author : A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Social Science
ISBN : UOM:39015055105848

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Nārada-bhakti-sūtra by A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda Pdf

Down through the ages, highly evolved souls of both the East and West have taught that we can attain perfect, pure, and eternal love only when we learn to love God. Bhakti-yoga, the science of devotion, teaches us this art. And there is no greater teacher than the Vedic sage Narada.Narada's 84 jewellike aphorisms on devotion, known as the Narada-bhakti-sutra, reveal the secrets of love of God -- what it is, and isn't; what its effects are; what helps or hinders our progress along the path; and much more. For the sincere seeker of life's ultimate goal, the Narada-bhakti-sutra is essential.The first part of the Narada-bhakti-sutra contains the commentary of his Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prubhapada, recognized by scholars and spiritual leaders worldwide as the most distinguished teacher of Indian culture and philosophy of the modern age. The latter part has been explained by Satsvarupa dasa goswami, one of Srila Prabhupada's senior disciples and the author of more than two dozen books on bhakti.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 1976
Category : Electronic
ISBN : UCAL:B3196822

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Śāṇḍilya Bhakti sūtras by Anonim Pdf

Author : R. D. Ranade
Publisher : Motilal Banarsidass Publ.
Page : 564 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 1982
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 8120805763

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Mysticism in Maharashtra by R. D. Ranade Pdf

"This book analyses and evaluates the mystical trends observable in the writings of mystics in Medieval India with particular emphasis on the mystics of Maharashtra. We get a fair idea of the spiritual heaven introduced into Indian thought by the writers such as Ramananda, Kabir, Gauranga, Jnanesvara, Namadeva, Ekanatha, Tukarama, Ramadasa and others. The list exhausts all types of mysticism that are known to exist. The book is rather a study of comparative mysticism and it draws striking parallelism between the mystics of Maharashtra and the Western mystics like Plotinus, Eckhart, Dante and others."

Author : Swami Vivekananda,Edward T. Sturdy
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 54 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2023-08-14
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9783757858551

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Narada Bhakti Sutras by Swami Vivekananda,Edward T. Sturdy Pdf

The Narada Bhakti Sutras are 84 aphorisms (short doctrines) on the love of God (bhakti) attributed to Narada, a sage from Hindu mythology, and considered a classic of bhakti literature. Swami Vivekananda wrote a free translation of these sutras and gave a lecture on them to a small group of students on the "Thousand Islands" in the St. Lawrence River in New York State. His disciple Edward Sturdy also translated the sutras with the help of Vivekananda and wrote a commentary on them that clearly bears his signature. The Narada Bhakti Sutras describe the still current way to love God, which exists in all religions.

Author : Swami Vivekananda
Publisher : Namaskar Book
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2024-02-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Narada Bhakti Sutras by Swami Vivekananda Pdf

Embark on a spiritual journey guided by the timeless wisdom of Swami Vivekananda with "Narada Bhakti Sutras: Swami Vivekananda's Insights into the Path of Devotion". Explore the profound teachings of the ancient Narada Bhakti Sutras reimagined through the lens of Vivekananda's enlightened perspective. As you delve into this transformative work, prepare to be immersed in the essence of devotion and spiritual enlightenment. Vivekananda's profound insights illuminate the path of bhakti, offering guidance and inspiration to seekers of truth and wisdom. But amidst the serenity of spiritual contemplation, one question emerges: How can we cultivate a deeper connection to the divine and unlock the power of unconditional love? Explore the depths of devotion with Vivekananda as your guide, as he reveals the secrets of true bhakti and its transformative potential. Are you ready to embark on a journey of spiritual awakening and self-discovery? Engage with Vivekananda's timeless teachings, delving deep into the heart of devotion and experiencing the joy of divine communion. Don't miss the opportunity to deepen your spiritual practice and experience the bliss of divine love. Dive into "Narada Bhakti Sutras: Swami Vivekananda's Insights into the Path of Devotion" now, and embark on a journey of spiritual growth and enlightenment. Seize the chance to connect with the divine within. Purchase your copy of "Narada Bhakti Sutras: Swami Vivekananda's Insights into the Path of Devotion" today and experience the transformative power of bhakti in your life.

Author : William K. Mahony
Publisher : Sarvabhava Press
Page : 331 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2014-12-15
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780991546817

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Exquisite Love by William K. Mahony Pdf

The Bhakti Sūtra attributed to Nārada is a collection of 84 aphoristic statements in Sanskrit, dating to the tenth to eleventh centuries in India, on the nature of love for Divinity, which the text describes as the highest, most exquisite form of love. Translating, explaining and interpreting 21 of those statements, William K. Mahony brings these teachings into our contemporary world through his thoughtful and articulate extended reflections on the qualities of this love and on the contours of a life oriented toward strengthening, refining and elevating it. The book also includes Mahony’s translation of Nārada’s Bhakti Sūtra in its entirety. Basing his reflections on the understanding that God is absolute Love, Mahony speaks of a divine Heart present in our own human sentiments and expressions of love in all its modes, directions and degrees of intensity. He offers readers guidance into ways a Heart-centered spiritual life can open them ever more fully to the reality of Love itself.

Author : SWAMI CHINMAYANANDA
Publisher : Central Chinmaya Mission Trust
Page : 239 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Bhakti
ISBN : 9788175975972

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NARADA BHAKTI SUTRA by SWAMI CHINMAYANANDA Pdf

Swami Chinmayananda's commentary on Narada Bhakti Sutra dances with the nuances of an ecstatic and enduring relationship with the Lord of ones heart that becomes the bed-rock of a devotees life. This divine love is all-consuming, yet purging and freeing in its impact. The devotee trusts the Lord like a friend, cherishes Him like a child and is faithful to Him like a wife. Where then is the need or the place for any other worldly relationship? Joy or sorrow, it is the Lord alone for him. He will play, pray, fight and frolic only with the Lord in his hearts shrine. Go for it! Get engulfed by a relationship that lasts lifetimes, riding on waves and giant waves of beatific beauty!

Author : Shraddhesh Chaturvedi
Publisher : Shraddhesh Chaturvedi
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2020-09-13
Category : Religion
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Timeless Sanskrit Quotes by Shraddhesh Chaturvedi Pdf

This text is a collection of 100+ verses from various sources of Sanskrit Literature. These verses capture some of the most important messages of these scriptures for a modern reader. Translations and interpretations are aided by the appropriate contexts to make them more interesting. It also provides the readers an opportunity to assess the general theme of bigger classical texts in a short time. Source of these verses can be broadly classified as below: 1. Valmiki Ramayana - A story of Lord Rama which is running within us timelessly 2. Gita - The divine message at the forefront of war 3. Mahabharata - The most interesting piece of history under the sun 4. Upanishads - Foundation texts of Vedic philosophy 5. Puranas - Philosophy intertwined stories for a broader audience 6. Vedas - The primeval texts on supreme reality 7. Other Gitas - Famous dialogues in classical texts which are quite similar to Gita 8. Smriti - Recording of earlier experiences based on memories and common rituals 9. Miscellaneous Texts - Based on the works of famous Sanskrit scholars like Kalidasa, Chanakya etc.