The Aṣṭāvakra Gītā, also known as the Aṣṭāvakra Saṃhitā, is a short treatise on Advaita Vedānta, ascribed to the great sage Aṣṭāvakra. Sage Aṣṭāvakra demonstrates a profound knowledge of Brahman that
Buy from FlipkartThe Aṣṭāvakra Gītā, also known as the Aṣṭāvakra Saṃhitā, is a short treatise on Advaita Vedānta, ascribed to the great sage Aṣṭāvakra. Sage Aṣṭāvakra demonstrates a profound knowledge of Brahman that Swami Nityaswarupanand of Ramakrishna Mission has placed before the readers in this book in simple, easy-to-understand English. The subtle philosophical truths are expounded in the form of a lucid dialogue between the teenage sage Aṣṭāvakra and his royal disciple, King Janaka. To Aṣṭāvakra, self-knowledge through direct mystical intuition is the only goal to be reached and experienced in the dynamic silence of one’s own deepest meditation. Swami Nityaswarupanand’s English translations, word definitions, commentary, and scholarly introduction have all significantly increased the worth of the original text. This classic collectable is a must-read for all! • It is one of the famous spiritual books that has captured the hearts of people for decades • It will deliver humbling, comforting truths about life and existence • The thought-provoking ideas will lead you to deep introspection • A promising read to begin your spiritual journey • Wisdom to lead a better and meaningful life
Swami Nityaswarupananda (1899–1992) was a monk of Sri Ramakrishna Math. Swami Nityaswarupananda has translated Ashtavakara Gita into English. He established the Ramakrishna Mission Institute of Culture in Kolkata in 1938.
ISBN-13
9789354407352
Reading Age
12+
Language
English
Item Weight(gm)
155
Dimensions(cm)
19.6 x 12.6 x 1.3
Paperback
208
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