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The Essential Sri Anandamayi Ma: Life and Teaching of a 20th Century Indian Saint

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The love and dedication of this book on one of the greatest saints to walk on this earth and not widely known here in the west will be finally rectified in this outstanding book of sacred words and journeys, through out India.MA never connected to any specific religion or Guru.This book answers mans great longing to understand Spiritual Quest through her words and guidance in an uncomplicated way.Mas photos reveal her light as one of the greatest saints still to be discovered by all religions and seekers.This is an exceptional book that will change peoples lives no matter your belief, 5 stars to this great star.

This book is attractive enough but Sri Anandamayi Ma deserves so much better, or so one might expect. She was described by Sri Nisagadatta Maharaj as the absolute. Those who recorded the works of Nisagadatta, Powell, Balsekar, Jory, Dunn and Frydman have done a sterling job in laying out the essential message. This book by comparison lacks such discipline and winds its way through a sugar rich historical build up to some limited works that seem to be uncomprehended by the author or editor.

The bliss permeated mother implies so much but it is not conveyed spiritually in this book. It can be read in a sitting with very little for contemplation. For those of us who tremble at a paragragh from the tiger Nisagadatta, there is no pathway to be found here to a bliss permeated mother for protection. I do not doubt that such a pathway exists but having read so many recorded texts dedicated to Sri Anandamayi Ma I do not think her devotees are developed enough to reveal it. We are all losers if this is the case. Looking forward to works that cut the cult adoration and heresay and get to the essential theme of selflesslenss and the absolute.

I first learned of Anandamayi Ma in "Autobiography of a Yogi." When I found this book and saw the divine bliss that radiates from Ma's presence, I felt an immediate desire to find out more about her and her life. I'm in awe of people with a genuine, unshakeable and fervent relationship to God. She is truly the divine in human form -- a lover of God like the great Sufi saints, the Hindu saints like Ramakrishna, the Christian mystics, and many others. Though she doesn't profess to being a guru the wisdom in her words is highly inspirational. I hope this book (which is also beautifully illustrated) touches your heart and soul as it did mine.

This is a great introductory book to the life and words of this extraordinary being. It will inspire you and bless you and you will not be the same person after you read it. It carries the essence of Anandamayi Ma in it and when you read it you will bring her presence into your life. If you enjoy this then try Timothy Conway's book, "Women of Power and Grace".

I learned so much about Anandamayi Ma. From her birth to her death. It describes who she was, and what she believed. I love seeing the photos of her. This book uses lots of her own words too with even a question and answers section.

This book does indeed contain the essential position of Ma's life and thoughts. If you wish to begin walking a spiritual path, here is your starting point.

This is a great, concise book for those who want an overview of Anandamayi Ma's life and teaching. Very beautiful book as well, with many photos.

The book came on time. Great book. Sri Anandkmayi Ma is one of those rare and beautiful saints. There are many photographs of her during the different periods of her life. Those by themselves would make this book great. But the written commentary is powerful also. Combine the two and you have one really great and sacred book.

Sincerely,

Dave Scannell

A longer account than "Om Ma" - beautiful pictures capturing Sri Anandamayi Ma's essence and life story. I feel so much peace just holding the book. Om guru