The Quest for Enlightenment (Hardcover)

by A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada (Author)

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At the dawn of time Brahma sat in trance, seeking inspiration to create the universe. "Who am I?" he wondered. "Where have I come from? What should I do?" Then the Supreme Being, Krishna, revealed Himself, flooding Brahma's heart with transcendental knowledge. Passed down since Brahma's time through an unbroken chain of gurus and disciples, that same profound knowledge is ours in "The Quest for Enlightenment."

The author of "Quest" is His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, whom scholars and spiritual leaders worldwide recognize as the most distinguished teacher of Indian culture and philosophy of the modern age. With his spiritual lineage reaching back through Brahma to Sri Krishna, Srila Prabhupada is uniquely qualified to present the timeless Vedic teachings on yoga, meditation, reincarnation, and self-realization that have helped countless seekers in their search for ultimate peace and happiness.

A special feature of "Quest" is a series of conversations in which the author gives the Vedic view of such Western philosophers as Socrates, Jean-Paul Sartre, and Carl Jung. "In my darkness I could have wished for nothing better than a guru," wrote Dr. Jung, "Someone possessing superior knowledge and ability." Srila Prabhupada and the teachings he presents in "The Quest for Enlightenment" are what Jung -- and we -- are looking for.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 272 pages
• Publisher: Bhaktivedanta Book Trust; First Printing edition (December 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0892132922
• ISBN-13: 978-0892132928
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,638,170 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Authentic Work on Eternal Knowledge / Truth, April 8, 2009

By	S. KUMAR "Architect" (Texas, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I've read numerous books on Psychology, Philosophy, Leadership, Self help/development and other all-time best sellers. Somehow, I was not satisfied. While searching for ultimate knowledge, I happened to read books on Vedic knoweldge and was moved by the level of depth and clarity of this book's knowledge. This book is a must-read if you are interested in the ultimate knowledge. I'm glad I read this book.

IMHO, The Journey of Self-Discovery (by the same author) is better than this book. It's a section on western philosopheres (Freud, Greek philosopher) which is very good.

If you are interested more in philosophy, Beyond Illusion & Doubt (by the same author) is good. I've posted my review there.