Have one to sell? Sell yours here
The Inner Treasure
 
See larger image
 
Tell the Publisher!
I'd like to read this book on Kindle

Don't have a Kindle? Get your Kindle here, or download a FREE Kindle Reading App.

The Inner Treasure [Paperback]

Jonathan Star (Author)
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)


Available from these sellers.



Book Description

May 24, 1999
Here is an unmatched introduction to the Bhagavad Gita, the Tao Te Ching, Rumi, and the world's most powerful mystic works, with modern-day translations.

This is a time of almost unprecedented interest in mysticism. Sufi, Hindu, and Kabbalistic imagery abound in music videos; Rumi translations appear on bestseller lists; and millions of Americans show interest in finding direct union with the sacred.

Jonathan Star's The Inner Treasure is perhaps the most accessible and enjoyable collection of sacred and mystic writings available. In it, Star reminds us that each text--from the Book of Psalms to the writings of sages of Taoism and of Buddhist masters--is a living work meant to be read and enjoyed every day.

Star's translations restore the conversational language with which these writings are imbued in their original tongues. Each of the brief passages is a journey with a great spiritual sage, and a wonderful first step into the nature of our own hearts.


Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review

Ancient wisdom never loses its immediacy, and yet for many contemporary lay readers the old words, poems, scriptures, and mysteries can be difficult to understand. Jonathan Star not only offers lively and heartfelt translations; he also offers a brief primer for each mystic path, so that readers can better understand the spiritual premise and history of each tradition. Chapters include "The Scriptures of India," "The Sages of Taoism," "Wisdom of the Hebrews," and "The Sufi Poets."

Star clearly loves breathing new life into the vibrant language of yore. Readers who have always wanted to understand the ancient mysticism will be entirely gratified by this engaging contribution. "Through their words we can sense the wonder of a magical place within," Star writes in his preface, "a world of pulsating consciousness, supreme peace, unbounded love, infinite beauty; a world where all the universe is united in a grand fellowship of bliss. So come, enter this wonder, and let these divine words show us the truth that is forever our own." --Gail Hudson


Product Details

  • Paperback: 256 pages
  • Publisher: Tarcher (May 24, 1999)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0874779715
  • ISBN-13: 978-0874779714
  • Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 5.4 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #995,866 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Discover books, learn about writers, read author blogs, and more.

 

Customer Reviews

1 Review
5 star:
 (1)
4 star:    (0)
3 star:    (0)
2 star:    (0)
1 star:    (0)
 
 
 
 
 
Average Customer Review
5.0 out of 5 stars (1 customer review)
 
 
 
 
Share your thoughts with other customers:
Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Inner Treasure, February 4, 2001
By A Customer
This review is from: The Inner Treasure (Paperback)
This is a wonderful compilation of the poetry by the great mystics of many religious traditions. There is a brief introduction before each chapter, describing the religion and the poets who are featured. The translations are sensitive and evoke the spirit of the work - the love, longing, wit, knowledge, and so on. In addition, from this poetry, you can see where the many traditions intersect. I love this book - it is a real gem.
Help other customers find the most helpful reviews 
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No

Share your thoughts with other customers: Create your own review
 
 
 
Only search this product's reviews



What Other Items Do Customers Buy After Viewing This Item?


Tags Customers Associate with This Product

 (What's this?)
Click on a tag to find related items, discussions, and people.
 

Your tags: Add your first tag
 

Sell a Digital Version of This Book in the Kindle Store

If you are a publisher or author and hold the digital rights to a book, you can sell a digital version of it in our Kindle Store. Learn more

Customer Discussions

This product's forum
Discussion Replies Latest Post
No discussions yet

Ask questions, Share opinions, Gain insight
Start a new discussion
Topic:
First post:
Prompts for sign-in
 


Active discussions in related forums
Search Customer Discussions
Search all Amazon discussions
   
Related forums



So You'd Like to...


Create a guide


Look for Similar Items by Category


Look for Similar Items by Subject