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Condition: New. pp. xxvi + 348 Illus.

Condition: New. pp. xxvi + 348 Index 1st Edition.

Condition: New. pp. xxvi + 348.

Soft cover. Condition: New. ISBN:9788124605998.

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Condition: New. pp. xxvi + 348 Illus.

Hardcover. Condition: New. ISBN:9788124605981.

Condition: New. pp. xxvi + 348 Index 1st Edition.

Condition: New. pp. xxvi + 348.

Hardcover. Condition: New. ISBN:9788124606131.

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Contents Preface 1 Hinduism a brief perspective 2 Introduction 3 Concept of liberation Moksa 4 Brahman the absolute 5 The universal spiritual entity Sarvesvara 6 Concept of sin and virtue 7 Peaceful emotion Santa Rasa 8 Benefits of devotion 9 Devotion as a means 10 Meditation techniques in Hinduism 11 Practical exercises in contemplation and meditation Glossary Bibliography Index The way to liberation or moksa needs perfect knowledge perfect action and perfect surrender to the Lord The bhakta becomes a bhagavata as he not only knows and sees but also lives as a servant of God Moksa is the final approach to the purity and perfection of the human soul This volume attempts an in depth study of the concept of liberation or moksa and the way to attain itThe book begins with the meaning of love devotion religion the body soul relation and the three yogas an understanding of which is essential to understand the concept of moksa In this context it delves into the meaning of the Brahman the Absolute as conveyed in the Vedas and other religious works like the Upanisads and the Bhagavad Gita the concept of the universal spiritual entity of Sarvesvara concepts of sin and virtue and even the principles of monotheism and polytheism in Hinduism Quoting from the scriptures and other relevant texts it emphasises on the notion of devotion and its benefits to examine the means to self realisation and liberation and includes a study of the concept of contemplation and meditation including meditation techniques and practices which is central to the attainment of moksaWith interesting illustrations the volume will be useful to religious scholars and students and seekers on the path of spiritual fulfillments jacket 302 pp.…

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Hardcover. Condition: As New. Dust Jacket Condition: As New. 1st Edition. Contents: Preface. 1. Dawn of Bhakti. 2. Way to develop devotion. 3. Concept of Bhakti in Vedanta. 4. Bhakti in Saivism. 5. Chosen Deity, Ista Devata. 6. Ramanuja's teaching of Bhakti. 7. Practical approach to devotion. Glossary. Bibliography. Index. The volume is a comprehensive work on bhakti yoga or bhakti marga, seen as the direct path to perfection, the principal means to the progressive perfection of the soul. The book begins with a detailed study of the origin of bhakti in the Vedas and its understanding in the Brahmanas, Aranyakas, the Upanishads and the Puranas, and other works. It attempts to approach bhakti as a representation of God in the created world and devotion without religious convictions. It throws light on man's need to develop such devotion through absolute self-surrender to God. The bhakti concept in Vedanta is explored in-depth by referring to Vedanta schools of Adi Shankara, Bhaskara Bhatta, Ramanuja, Caitanya Mahaprabhu, the Alvar Saints of south India and the concept of devotion of Andal. Quoting from the thoughts of diverse bhakti saints of India, it explores the bhakti devotion in Shaivism referring to Shiva as the Supreme God and the concept of Shakti, aspects relating to moral responsibilities, bondage and liberation, and the doctrine of Shatstha. The emphasis is on Ramanuja's teachings on bhakti: his understanding of the Absolute, jnana and consciousness, jiva and atma, time and spiritual consciousness. There is a chapter that provides a practical approach to bhakti thought, for instance, ways of developing consciousness of it and non-meditative forms of bhakti.(jacket). …

Contents Life Sketch of Our Father Sri T Krishnamacharya GenealogyBenediction by BKSIyengar Preface Presentation 1 Introduction 2 Concept of Bhakti 3 Stages of Bhakti 4 Ramanujas Teaching of Bhakti 5 The Sevenfold Discipline of Ramanuja Sadhana Saptaka 6 Value of Uttering Gods Name 7 Symbolism in Devotion Pratika Upasana 8 Peaceful Emotion Shanta Rasa 9 Image in Devotion 10 Adoration of God Prayer atleast 15 days 11 Dietary Regulations in Devotion Ahara Niyama Glossary Bibliography IndexBhakti-yoga is seen as the direct path to perfection that leads to the very heart of religious consciousness Ramanujas concept of bhakti devotion emphasised the practice of self-surrender through which a person realises his personality strengths and weaknesses and hidden powers Bhakti for him acts as a link between mortals and the Ultimate Reality This book examines the views of Vishishtadvaita of Ramanuja on bhakti and prapatti self-surrender It studies in-depth the meaning of God the soul and the Supreme Soul and the world; the concept of bhakti; the different stages of bhakti referring to numerous sources that include the Vedas the Bhagavad-Gita the Upanishads and the Puranas It focuses on Ramanujas teaching of bhakti examining his philosophy in general and his sevenfold practice Sadhana Saptaka to generate bhakti that expounds the qualities and significance of discrimination for viveka freedom from sensual attachment or anger for securing vimoka repeated reflection of God performance of religious duty for inner mental strength development of ethical virtues freedom from despair and freedom from excessive joy It understands the relevance of symbols in devotion and examines nature and use of symbols in Buddhism and Hinduism The scholarly study discusses the importance and cultivation of peaceful emotions and need for prayer and dietary regulations in devotion The volume will prove an indispensable work for scholars of Indian philosophy and religious studies 353 pp.…

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