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Self-Knowledge is a translation by Swami Nikhilananda of the sacred text, Atmabodha, composed by the 8th century philosopher and mystic of India, Sankara. Self-Knowledge sets forth the principles of Non-dualistic Vedanta: the divinity of the soul, the unity of existence, the oneness of the Godhead, and the harmony of religions.As Swami Nikhilananda writes in the preface, "The very name of the book - Self-Knowledge - suggests its perennial interest and universal value. Self-Knowledge is vital. All other forms of knowledge are of secondary importance; for a man's action, feeling, reasoning, and thinking are dependent upon his idea of the Self. His view of life will be either materialistic or spiritual according to his conception of himself. Therefore it behooves everyone to cultivate Self-Knowledge at all times. Self-Knowledge serves the practical purpose of destroying pain and suffering (which are always caused by ignorance of the Self) and also the positive end of helping everyone enjoy supreme peace and blessedness here and always." This 246 page book contains an introduction (114 pages) on the philosophy of Non-dualistic Vedanta and an appendix with 14 of Sankara's spiritual hymns recited by countless Hindus during their daily devotions. Review An important contribution to the solution of many of man's most urgent problems and distresses --Ananda K. CoomaraswamyThe introduction is a wonderful piece of exposition, very clear and very reasonable. --W. Somerset Maugham From the Publisher Self-Knowledge is published by The Ramakrishna-Vivekananda Center of New York which bases it teachings on the principles of Vedanta, or Hinduism. Hinduism teaches that every soul is potentially divine, and that its divinity may be manifested through worship, contemplation, unselfish work, and philosophical discrimination. According to Hinduism, Truth is universal and all humankind and all existence are one. It preaches the unity of the Godhead, or ultimate Reality, and accepts every faith as a valid means for its own followers to realize the Truth. For more information about the Ramakrishna-Vivekananda Center of New York, visit www.ramakrishna.org. From the Inside Flap Sankaracharya (A. D. 788 - 820) is a great pillar of the spiritual culture of India. His interpretation of Hinduism forms the philosophical background of the religious thoughts of a vast number of Hindus. Fearlessly he proclaimed that the soul and the universe, when the truth is known, appear as spiritual entities. Self-Knowledge is an English translation of Atmabodha, a precious gem among Sankara's writings. The knowledge of the soul is vital for human peace and happiness. All other forms of knowledge are of secondary importance; for a man's action, feeling, and reasoning are dependent upon his idea of the soul. Endowed with the true knowledge of the soul, one can face with courage and serenity the struggles and trials of life and experience inner peace in the midst of outer sufferings.The Introduction of the book gives a detailed account of Vedanta, which is the foundation of the spiritual culture of India and has kept Hindu society alive for the past seven thousand years. The subject is discussed from both the theoretical and the practical standpoint. Readers will find in it all phases of man's progressive thought, beginning with Dualism, passing through the intermediary stage of Qualified Non-dualism, and ending in Absolute Non-dualism, in which one experiences the total identity of the soul and the Godhead and beyond which human thinking cannot go. The Appendix contains an English translation of some of Sankaracharya's hymns, which will be a spiritual inspiration to all, whether they be worshippers of the Personal God or believers in the Impersonal Absolute. The ideas embodied in this book are faithful to the time-honored Hindu tradition; the presentation, it is hoped, will make them clear and enjoyable t


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  • ISBN-13: 9780911206111
  • Publisher: Ramakrishna-Vivekananda Center,N.Y.
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Language: English
  • Weight: 454 gr
  • ISBN-10: 0911206116
  • Publisher Date: 01 Dec 1946
  • Height: 210 mm
  • No of Pages: 246
  • Width: 25 mm

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