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Spiritual Practice and Study Books
by Sivananda

 

Feature Book

Practice of Brahmacharya
A working guide to the vital subject of control of the sex drive, commonly taken to mean celibacy. Brahmacharya actually signifies the path to God. It is the art of self-restraint leading to peace, power, and poise. A must-read for all sincere seekers. A Blue Dove bestseller. (Indian edition)
Soft cover/175pp

D040      $10.95

 

What Becomes of the Soul After Death
"Death is not the end of life. It is merely cessation of an important individuality. Life flows on to achieve its conquest of the universal; life flows on till it merges in the Eternal."
Fascinating and useful instruction on the mysterious science of Paraloka-Vidya, or the science of departed souls and their planes of living. Highly recommended. (Indian edition) Soft cover/208 pp
D127       $10.95
Light, Power, and Wisdom
"Surrender completely to the Almighty Lord. Fix your mind on Him. See Him in all faces. Sing his name. Work for Him. Think of nothing else than Him...He will give you light, love, and wisdom."
The wisdom of Swami Sivananda condensed to a handy, little guide. (Indian edition)
Soft cover/92 pp

D131       $5.95
Vedanta for Beginners
"The Goal of Life is Self-Realization. It is not the attainment of anything external to us, but consists in our simply knowing or becoming aware of our eternally free nature."
Vedanta is the highest knowledge and raises man above the plane of worldliness. (Indian edition)
Soft cover/112 pp

D104       $6.95
  The Practice of Vedanta
"The Supreme Self or Absolute Reality constitutes the ultimate principle which renders knowledge of all things possible..."
This book lucidly describes many kinds of Vedantic sadhana and contains valuable practical instructions. (Indian edition) Soft cover/223 pp

D184       $10.95
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Excerpt from SadhanaA Text Book of the Psychology and Practice of the Techniques to Spiritual Perfection

"People of the world generally complain, 'We have no time to practice any meditation. We are busy. Household affairs and officework take away all our time. We get tired when we come into our house. We canot do any Japa.'
This is a lame excuse...Where there is a will there is a way. God is a question of supply and demand. Do you want God? Are you thirsty for his Darshan? If there is a demand, the supply will soon come. Rise above petty things of this evanescent world. Have faith and aspiration. You will be able to do rigorous Sadhana. You will soon attain God-realization."

SadhanaA Text Book of the Psychology and Practice of the Techniques to Spiritual Perfection
For anyone who chooses to make God-Realization the main goal of life, this book can help you get there. Every aspect of Sadhana, or spiritual practice, is presented and explained. In addition, Swami Sivananda provides the practical means and methods to attain this goal through a well-laid, easy-to-follow program designed to suit any lifestyle. There is something in this text for everyone. Essential reading for all. (Indian edition) Hard cover/719 pp
D044       $19.95

Voice of the Himalayas
"The only thing worth seeking after in life is God."
Inspiring and soul-stirring guidance and counsel covering topics such as: Your Duty on Earth, Overcoming Obstacles, The Path of Yoga, The Path of Service, The Path of Knowledge, Dharma, The Occult Yoga of Patanjali, Realization Through Love, and GodYour Supreme Goal. Softcover/256pp (Indian edition)

D060       $9.95

May I Answer That?
"You cannot renounce the world all at once. The world is a vast university. Nature is the best teacher. In the world you can develop virtues like mercy, tolerance, etc. You cannot develop them if you remain in a cave...There is nothing wrong in the world. Prayer will remove all obstacles."
Questions and Answers that deal with some of the common, but vital, doubts raised by practicing spiritual aspirants. Softcover/216pp (Indian edition)

D034       $8.95

Sure Ways for Success in Life & God
"Union with God is the goal of human life and human endeavor. It should be the be-all and end-all of our existence."
A book that lives up to its title. Practical instruction on yoga practices, keeping a spiritual diary, the practice of Raja yoga, the cultivation of will, memory, and virtues, and the eradication of negative qualities. Softcover/256pp (Indian edition)

D054       $10.95
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Self-Knowledge
"God, the individual soul, and world are really a unity. Their seeming separateness is but an illusion. Melt all illusory differences. Remove all barriers that separate man from man. Realize the underlying unity and be free..."
Are you always peaceful? Are you noble? Do you possess self-restraint and knowledge of the Self? Have you got illumination and realized the immortal, pure Self? In not, then read the lessons given in this book.. Softcover
/256pp (Indian edition)
D047       $10.95

Ethical Teachings
"Overcome anger by love, lust by purity, greed by liberality, pride by humility, egoism by self-surrender to the Lord. Thou wilt become Divine."
Ethics is the foundation of yoga. Without it, you cannot progress on the spiritual path. The person who leads a virtuous life, attains freedom, perfection, or Moksha. A vlauable book for growth. Softcover/144pp (Indian edition)

D020       $8.95

Students' Success in Life
"The goal of life is Self-realization or the attainment of Supreme Peace...Peace is not an inert, passive state. It is a positive state of spiritual attainment."
Writings relevant not only to modern students in schools and colleges, but to all students of Life. Softcover/116pp (Indian edition)
D053       $5.95

How to Cultivate Virtues and Eradicate Vices
"Speak lovingly. Act lovingly. Serve lovingly. You will soon enter the Kingdom of Heaven or Supreme Peace."
Immortality can only be attained by sticking to virtues and ethical principles. A useful guide. Softcover/272pp (Indian edition)

#D025       $9.95