The Spiritual Teachings of Ramana Maharshi (Shambhala Dragon Editions) [Paperback]

Ramana Maharshi (Author)

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Series: Shambhala Dragon Editions | Publication Date: December 17, 1988

The transcribed conversations of Ramana Maharshi are known among spiritual seekers the world over and prized for their great inspirational power, which transcends all religious differences. Here is a collection of Sri Ramana's instructions and discourses, in question-and-answer format, on such topics as work and renunciation, silence and solitude, peace and happiness, and the discipline of self-inquiry.

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A collection of instructions and answers to questions regarding the Hindu philosophy. Arranged by topic.

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Ramana Maharshi (1879–1950) was one of the greatest spiritual teachers of modern-day India. At the age of seventeen he attained a profound experience of the true Self. After some years of silent seclusion he finally began to reply to the questions put to him by spiritual seekers all over the world. Though he wrote little, his many conversations and verbal teachings were recorded by followers.

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• Paperback: 116 pages
• Publisher: Shambhala (December 17, 1988)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0877730245
• ISBN-13: 978-0877730248
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.1 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.7 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,324,226 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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50 of 50 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars one of the better ramana books..., November 7, 2000

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"mprabhakar" (Toronto, Canada) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Spiritual Teachings of Ramana Maharshi (Shambhala Dragon Editions) (Paperback)

To those already familiar with ramana maharshi, a compilation book such as this, neatly organized into different topics, is more useful than some of the larger books such as 'Talks' where each and every conversation for a period of years has been recorded, so one is left to go through much repetition and questions put forth from seekers of different maturity levels. This book succeeds in culling the pearls of Ramana's sayings and putting it into one book. Other highly recommended books (after going through MANY) include Conscious Immortality, Erase the Ego, Sayings of Ramana Maharshi, Gems from Bhagavan, The Maharhsi and his Message (you can order at [e-mail])... and for those not aware of ramana, do become familiar with him...he is one of the great persons of the last century, although not very well known in India and abroad...

49 of 51 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Timely reminder of simple truth, April 20, 2000

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For an ordinary human being to "review" the words of a strange being liberated from so many of the basic premises that govern the existence of almost every human, may be a travesty. But I feel a need to point to the originality, directness and purity of the teachings of Ramana Maharshi, teachings that are etched in a realm beyond the shifting phases of a life. Ramana made no concessions to marketing or popular tastes and stands far removed from what we know as new age spirituality and quick solutions. He had no need to be worshipped and diverted his followers` emotional tactics, but left simple guidelines that can be used as a reminder of the inner core of our being, a source to return to, again and again, through the years. I dare see the person who has ever regretted buying this volume, lovingly compiled by an editor and a publisher with respect and understanding for the man, his life and his message. Read and understand, slowly, gradually, like a gold digger who shifts sand day by day, and once in a long while finds the nuggets that make all the experience, effort and labor worthwhile.

29 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars know thy Self, October 6, 2002

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This review is from: The Spiritual Teachings of Ramana Maharshi (Shambhala Dragon Editions) (Paperback)

In my humble opinion, Ramana Maharshi was/is one of the greatest saints of the modern era. In this precious little book he speaks to us from the viewpoint of eternal Brahman, the Self of all, the ground of all Being. This wonderful little book is a collection of questions his many visitors would ask. His answers are as close to true knowledge of the Divine as anything i've ever heard or seen. This book is an excellent introduction to the sublime words and methods of this modern saint. This could be a very important guide for the sincere spiritual aspirant who wants to finally know his or her true identity. These truths can take us where knowledge is known by direct perception and words alone utterly fail us...ask yourself right this moment, "Who am I?" This book may help you get closer to the answer of that all-important question.