Swami Chinmayananda, one of the greatest exponents of Vedanta in modern times, takes us through the thought process necessary to gain control of our inner world. He first shows us the logic behind meditation and then teaches us the specific techniques for applying meditative practice to our daily lives.When meditation becomes a natural part of our day, we find our lives transformed and our minds at peace.
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Swami Chinmayananda founder of Chinmaya Mission was born in 1916 in South India. He was not satisfied with degrees in literature and law or with other worldly aspirations pursued the spiritual path in the Himalayas under the guidence of his Gurus Swami Tapovanam and Swami Sivananda. He attained Mahasamadhi in August 1993 at San Diego. His legacy remains in the form of books, audio and video tapes, schools, social service projects and more than 300 full time Vedanta teachers whom he taught and inspired.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
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An amazing text on the logic and practice of mediation.,
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This review is from: Meditation and Life (The self-discovery series) (Paperback)
This book written by the great spiritual master Swami Chinmayananda is an excellent guide for beginners and people who are already experienced in the art of meditation. The logic behind meditation and reasons why one should meditate are first expounded. Then, detailed instructions are given on how to meditate, how to overcome obstacles while meditating and training the mind for reflection on God. The book is filled with stories and humor to inspire and uplift the reader.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
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ONE source of spritual essence,
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This book is a treasure with full of knowledge based on Vedas, Upanishads and other great spiritual scriptures. The process and purpose of the meditation are superbly explained. This is a great source to learn the spritual essence and to find answers for numerous questions.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
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It is an excellent treatise on facing the challenges of life,
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In "Meditation & Life" Swami Chinmayananda has shared with us, all the secrets of successful life through Mind conditioning. "As your vision so is the world around you. Mind your Mind & control the World" is his clarion call. A book that cannot be missed by all who want to lead a happy,peaceful & successful life.
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Gayatri Mantra, Life Divine, Life Center, Lord Sun, Jaya Rama, Character Is the Man New!
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