His Divine Grace ; A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami ; Prabhupada Libros

Lord Kapila is a renowned sage and the author of the philosophical system known as Sankhya, which forms an important part of India's ancient philosophical heritage. Sankhya is a system of metaphysics that deals with the elemental principles of the universe; it is also a system of spiritual knowledge, with its own methodology, and culminates in full consciousness of the Supreme Absolute. Lord Kapila, however, is not an ordinary philosopher or sage but an incarnation of God. This book deals with his answers to his mother's enquiry about how to overcome ignorance and delusion and attain spiritual enlightenment. The underlying theme running throughout his answers and throughout Srila Prabhupada's commentaries on them is that one can achieve this goal by practicing bhakti-yoga, the process of linking one's heart to the Lord's heart through loving devotional service. This series, with original Sanskrit, translations, and purports, sheds light on such topics as the significance of the guru, the psychology of consciousness, the characteristics of a self-realized person, the science of meditation, the nature of transcendental knowledge, and the process of ultimate liberation.

Kṛṣṇa represents the highest pleasure, yet many of us struggle to find true satisfaction due to a materialistic mindset. We often fail to recognize that we are not merely our bodies but rather pure souls temporarily encased in them. This understanding is crucial for experiencing genuine pleasure. While modern science may overlook the significance of the spirit soul, consciousness serves as its undeniable indicator, easily grasped even by children. The teachings of the Bhagavad-gītā guide us in elevating our consciousness beyond the physical realm. By acting from this higher state, we can avoid being trapped in bodily consciousness, ultimately reviving our spiritual existence. The soul is eternal; even after death, consciousness persists and transitions to another form. If our consciousness is pure at death, we can attain a spiritual next life; if not, we face rebirth in a material body. Our current physical form is akin to clothing that obscures our true identity, which is often misidentified by nationality or other labels. In spiritual consciousness, we transcend these designations, realizing our essence as pure souls. This liberation is achieved through constant connection with the supreme spirit, Kṛṣṇa.

UTTAMA SLOKA from the writings of His Divine Grace AC Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. Edited by HH Danavir Goswami. An extensive array of verses quoted by Srila Prabhupada. Includes the entire Vaisnava Song Book, Brahma Samhita, etc. Compiled and edited by His Holiness Danavir Goswami. (310 pages, Special hardcover and coilbound format which allows book to lie flat, 7.5" x 8.75")

Das Buch bietet eine Zusammenfassung des zehnten Cantos und illustriert die bekanntesten Geschichten des Klassikers der altindischen Literatur, die Einblicke in Krsnas Leben und die älteste Hochkultur der Menschheit gewährt.