How To Find The Guru

Author : Sadhguru
Publisher : Harmony
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2016-09-20
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9780812997798

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Inner Engineering by Sadhguru Pdf

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Thought leader, visionary, philanthropist, mystic, and yogi Sadhguru presents Western readers with a time-tested path to achieving absolute well-being: the classical science of yoga. “A loving invitation to live our best lives and a profound reassurance of why and how we can.”—Sir Ken Robinson, author of The Element, Finding Your Element, and Out of Our Minds: Learning to Be Creative NAMED ONE OF THE TEN BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY SPIRITUALITY & HEALTH The practice of hatha yoga, as we commonly know it, is but one of eight branches of the body of knowledge that is yoga. In fact, yoga is a sophisticated system of self-empowerment that is capable of harnessing and activating inner energies in such a way that your body and mind function at their optimal capacity. It is a means to create inner situations exactly the way you want them, turning you into the architect of your own joy. A yogi lives life in this expansive state, and in this transformative book Sadhguru tells the story of his own awakening, from a boy with an unusual affinity for the natural world to a young daredevil who crossed the Indian continent on his motorcycle. He relates the moment of his enlightenment on a mountaintop in southern India, where time stood still and he emerged radically changed. Today, as the founder of Isha, an organization devoted to humanitarian causes, he lights the path for millions. The term guru, he notes, means “dispeller of darkness, someone who opens the door for you. . . . As a guru, I have no doctrine to teach, no philosophy to impart, no belief to propagate. And that is because the only solution for all the ills that plague humanity is self-transformation. Self-transformation means that nothing of the old remains. It is a dimensional shift in the way you perceive and experience life.” The wisdom distilled in this accessible, profound, and engaging book offers readers time-tested tools that are fresh, alive, and radiantly new. Inner Engineering presents a revolutionary way of thinking about our agency and our humanity and the opportunity to achieve nothing less than a life of joy.

Author : Sanjeev Sareen
Publisher : sanjeev sareen
Page : 138 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2024-06-29
Category : Religion
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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How to find the Guru by Sanjeev Sareen Pdf

There is a real need for a Guru if we are undertaking a spiritual journey. But before embarking on a spiritual path, we must honestly determine whether we are ready and whether our need for a guru is genuine, as opposed to just an emotional outburst. Ask yourselves this question: “Am I committed, or am I just involved?” We do not need a guru if we do not want God. The complications in life are so great that the poor mind is unable to handle them. When we are moving blindly through the valley of life, stumbling in darkness, we need the help of someone who has eyes, who has been on the path, who has followed it to the end, and who can tell us the right way to go. Guru is not the body; Guru is light; and Guru is wisdom. Light and wisdom are essential in human life. By divine right, the title of guru is conferred only upon those exalted souls who, through their own Self-realization and oneness with God, are qualified to lead others from the darkness of ignorance to the everlasting light of truth. He is a humble prophet or messenger, invested with the duty of showing the true spiritual way to ordinary people. God sends the seeker indirect guidance at first, through books and lesser teachers. When the desire for Him is very strong, He sends the help of a Self-realized guru. There are many who are trying to lead others but who have no right to do so. No one can take you to God unless he himself has found God. The blind can't lead the blind. There is also a difference between a Guru and a spiritual teacher. A teacher is one who has some experience, who can guide you to a certain point, and who is perhaps capable of transmitting some spiritual power, but he would not be a guru. That does not mean that spiritual teachers are bad, but they must recognize their limitations. They must see that they do not have all the answers. There is a need to exercise some prudence to distinguish a true guru from a sea of self-styled leaders. The fake gurus are all over the place, and they can hide themselves very well. It is thus difficult to differentiate between a fly-by-night Baba and a truly evolved Guru. Each one of us is susceptible to exhibiting docile “cult-follower” behavior in the right/wrong circumstances. People believe that “it can never happen to them” because they want to believe they are stronger and better than the millions who have fallen victim to alleged cult mind control. Mind control is alive and well and in many varied forms across many countries. A so-called cult will generally target the most educated, active, and capable people it can find. Such beliefs as “others could be made to do that but not me” and “others could be swayed by speeches but not me” are dangerous. The ease with which this happens is important for both scientific understanding and real-world problems ranging from friends and family in cults to extremist movements. The research by Stanford University, reproduced here, very well proves the same. But there is a great deal we can do to stay safe, sane, and whole and to help the people we care about. Spiritual search is indeed the inborn divine right of every human being. Knowledge and education are the birthrights of every human being. Do whatever we want; spirituality is our inner force, which has a constant pull. This pull becomes very strong at times. So strong that man has no choice. But he will have to make the right decision. Finally, it is God alone who is the true Guru, acting through the agency of souls that are awake in Him and who appear as spiritual advisors, sometimes spiritual masters, for our spiritual ascension—call it spiritual help—once we are ready. This book can be referred to as a spiritual journey book, advising on how do you go on a spiritual journey and safeguarding against cults and extreme beliefs. God help you.

Author : Acharya Prashant
Publisher : PrashantAdvait Foundation
Page : 30 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2021-07-22
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781685092115

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Ashtavakra Gita by Acharya Prashant Pdf

Ashtavakra Gita is regarded as one of the highest scriptures of Advaita Vedanta. It is a legendary discourse between the sage Ashtavakra and King Janaka, where the teacher expounds the highest spiritual knowledge to a deserving disciple. This book is a compilation of talks with Acharya Prashant on the Ashtavakra Gita. Seekers have come to clarify their doubts and find practical applications to daily living. Acharya Prashant brings the heights of the scripture to a level where the listeners can benefit from the verses, understand them, and ultimately rise to their heights. It doesn’t matter whether you are a veteran or a beginner in the spiritual field; this book is a must if you wish to get familiar with the timeless wisdom of Advaita Vedanta in a contemporary setting and language.

Author : Rajiv Mehrotra
Publisher : Hay House, Inc
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2009-12-01
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9789381398104

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The Mind of the Guru by Rajiv Mehrotra Pdf

In The Mind of the Guru, Rajiv Mehrotra presents dialogues with several contemporary sages and masters who have illumined the minds of millions around the world. Ranged here are gurus as diverse as B. K. S. Iyengar, who brought yoga from the world of the esoteric to our living rooms; Swami Ramdev, who has democratized yoga via television; and Mata Amritanandamayi, whose mere presence invokes an overwhelming awareness of love. There is Deepak Chopra discussing a quantum healing of mind and body, Sogyal Rinpoche encouraging us to look at death so that we might live a better life and Sri Sri Ravi Shankar reaffirming each person’s right and access to happiness. And there is the unique and contrary voice of U. G. Krishnamurti telling us that all talk of transformation is poppycock. There are no grand narratives or final solutions, only guides who can show the way to the light within. Here you learn from voices as diverse as that of Thich Nhat Hanh, Bishop Desmond Tutu, Baba Amte and Stanislav Grof. Underlying the dialogues is their wisdom on how we can make ourselves unhappy – and guidance on how we can turn our lives around to achieve happiness.

Author : Taron Puri
Publisher : Ess Ess Publication
Page : 172 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2021-01-30
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9387698742

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Finding the Guru Within by Taron Puri Pdf

Finding the Guru Within offers practical, easy to relate to and follow guidance about how to live OUR life, not someone else's. It shows us how to become fully empowered by connecting with and nurturing our relationship with our own Inner Guru, a personal GPS within which Taron calls our "Guru Positioning System"! Our personal GPS comes fully programmed with solutions to all that ails us. All we need is to learn how to access it from within, rather than mistakenly continue searching for our answers from outside of ourselves. Get ready to experience more happiness, vitality, abundance and fulfillment in every part of your life NOW by Finding the Guru Within.

Author : Yogi Cameron Alborzian
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2010-12-28
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780062036629

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The Guru in You by Yogi Cameron Alborzian Pdf

“If you really want to make a change in your life, gain health in body and mind, read Cameron's book. He’s improved my life and I hope you allow him to improve yours.” —NBC’s Maria Menounos, author of The EveryGirl’s Guide to Life “The Guru in You will gently guide you to a more conscious and meaningful life. [Cameron] will teach you how to lead a nourishing life by making wellness part of the superstar you truly are.” —Kris Carr, author of Crazy Sexy Cancer Survivor International supermodel turned Ayervedic yogi, Cameron Alborzian, offers an inspirational guide to unlocking the secret power of health and healing that exists within all of us—a handbook for accessing The Guru in You.

Author : J. Donald Walters,Swami Kriyananda
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Self-realization
ISBN : 156589202X

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Conversations with Yogananda by J. Donald Walters,Swami Kriyananda Pdf

This is an unparalleled, first hand account of the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, who has hundreds of thousands of followers and admirers in North America alone.

Author : Mariana Caplan
Publisher : Sounds True
Page : 407 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2011-06-01
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9781604074642

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The Guru Question by Mariana Caplan Pdf

The spiritual journey is perhaps the most personal experience of our lives—but does that mean we have to go it alone? With The Guru Question, award-winning author Mariana Caplan brings you a unique and much-needed guide for deciding whether you need a dedicated mentor to help illuminate your path to awakening—and if so, how to navigate the deep complexities of the guru-disciple relationship. For those seeking a teacher worthy of their trust and devotion, or anyone who has been frustrated by their experiences with a spiritual teacher, Caplan offers a candid, practical, and daringly personal examination of the student-teacher dynamic, including: Are you ready to be a student? If and when you should consider making a commitment to a spiritual teacher The path of the conscious learner—how to retain your power and autonomy while accepting a mentor's authority Tips for the wounded seeker—the valuable lessons we learn from our encounters with false teachers Spiritual scandals and predatory gurus—guidance for avoiding the inherent pitfalls in the student-teacher relationship How to recognize the inner light of divinity as it manifests in the imperfect human guise of your teacher—and yourself In a time when a distrust of authority has been proven to be a healthy trait, we tend to be justifiably suspicious of those who present themselves as gurus and spiritual masters. Drawing upon her knowledge as both a scholar of mysticism and lifelong practitioner of spiritual traditions, Mariana Caplan helps readers develop the discernment that is crucial when seeking an authentic teacher—and reveals the immeasurable rewards that can come from having a trustworthy guide on the spiritual path.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Himalayan Academy Publications
Page : 1204 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781934145401

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The Guru Chronicles by Anonim Pdf

Anyone on the spiritual path knows it's rare that the illumined lives of yogis and gurus are laid before us. We have but a handful: Autobiography of a Yogi; Milarepa: Tibet's Great Yogi; Ramakrishna and His Disciples and a few of others. Now comes an amazing book, The Guru Chronicles, filled with the magical and highly mystical stories of Satguru Sivaya Subramuniyaswami, his Sri Lankan guru Siva Yogaswami and five preceding masters, who all held truth in the palm of their hand and inspired slumbering souls to "Know thy Self."

Author : Ram Chandra
Publisher : The Heartfulness Store
Page : 65 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1901
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9789388095594

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Efficacy of Raja Yoga by Ram Chandra Pdf

Efficacy of Raja Yoga was written in the 1940s, today it is still a pioneering treatise for any seeker of the Truth. Ram Chandra brings Raja Yoga into the modern world through the simple practices of Sahaj Marg, and explains the central role of meditation in human evolution. For the first time in written history we find precise and scientific explanations of the three aspects of human existence: the Heart Region, which relates to life in this physical plane; the Mind Region, which relates to our subtle existence, especially the process of transcending ego; and the Central Region, which goes beyond the mind to the realm of the soul. Efficacy of Raja Yoga is a book to re-read along with one’s spiritual practice, as with each reading it as if another layer of ignorance has been peeled off, revealing more of our potential.

Author : Bethany Webb
Publisher : Mariposa Press (NM)
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2020-08-22
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1735297704

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My Guru Cancer: You Don't Have to Fight to Find True Freedom from the C Word by Bethany Webb Pdf

Three words Bethany never thought her 34-year-old, healthy, organic-eating, wellness-teaching yogini body would ever hear? "You have cancer." Even more shocking? She was excited. A compassionate companion for anyone facing the C word, My Guru Cancer is the inspirational story of a woman who dares to drop the fight, welcoming breast cancer into her life as a wise teacher of self-growth, love, and gratitude. In this down-to-earth, funny, and heartfelt confessional, join Bethany on her two-year journey into remission as she applies the practical tools of inquiry to meet each challenge: diagnostic testing, treatment, losing body parts, finances, relationships, emotional exorcisms, and the fear of death. Go beyond simple positive thinking and learn how to cultivate a healing mindset that transforms any nightmare into a blessing, creating a life of laughter and peace. True freedom from cancer is a state of mind. And you don't have to go to war or wait until you're pronounced "cancer-free" to find it.

Author : Gangaji
Publisher : Sounds True
Page : 463 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2007-08-01
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781591798880

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You Are That by Gangaji Pdf

The lives of thousands of people have been influenced by Gangaji's teachings. You Are That is a collection of her classic offerings, first shared more than a decade ago and now updated to include both original volumes, a new introduction, rare photographs, and new insights. This exquisite special edition delves into natural inquiries about our existence, including the nature of mind, how to expose the core of suffering, and how to overcome the last obstacle of self-doubt. Eloquent and direct, Gangaji guides practitioners of all backgrounds through an examination into the self that often leads to unexpected glimpses of awakening. "This is a moment of reckoning," she teaches. "Do not take this moment casually or trivially. Recognize that for whatever reason, you are aware of the possibility of realizing the truth of yourself as limitless consciousness—you are that!"

Author : A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda
Publisher : Stranger Journalism
Page : 270 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 1977
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9781845990398

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The Science of Self Realization by A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda Pdf

Author : Rabindranath R. Maharaj,Dave Hunt
Publisher : Hodder Faith
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2004-01-22
Category : Christian converts from Hinduism
ISBN : 0340862475

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Death of a Guru by Rabindranath R. Maharaj,Dave Hunt Pdf

Rabindranath R Maharaj was descended from a long line of Brahmin priests and trained as a Yogi. He meditated for many hours each day, but gradually disillusionment set in. In DEATH OF A GURU he describes vividly and honestly Hindu life and customs, tracing his difficult search for meaning and his struggle to choose between Hinduism and Christ. At a time when Eastern mysticism and religion fascinate many in the West, Maharaj offers fresh and important insights from the perspective of his own experience. DEATH OF A GURU has long been an excellent seller on HCB's backlist. It is the best-known Hindu to Christianity conversion story and has been used widely for evangelistic purposes. This edition carries an exciting new cover.

Author : Gurudath Kamath
Publisher : Blue Rose Publishers
Page : 126 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2020-09-25
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8194504406

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The Inner Guru (A Book on Finding the Answers to Your Life) by Gurudath Kamath Pdf

Are you looking for clarity in your life? Are you still wondering why your life is not working out the way you want it to? The two most important days of your life are the day you were born and the day you figure out why. At this very moment, there are millions of people going through life with a lot of confusion in their mind and heart because they don't know the answers to the questions in their life. We need answers to find our life's purpose, our passion, and to add meaning to everything in our life. All the answers and more will be available to us when we learn how to connect with our inner voice. To find the answers, we need to prepare ourselves to look at life from different perspectives of the past, present, and future. To arrive at these perspectives, one needs to ask oneself well-defined, constructive questions. These questions will allow one to gain a thorough understanding of oneself, thus giving rise to the Inner Guru.