Hinduismus

April 1955: Most people still think of meditation as contemplation or diffcult concentration, a path for monks and ascetics. Then Maharishi Mahesh Yogi sets out alone from the Himalayas and begins to revive in India and around the world the ancient knowledge of the Vedas that was previously reserved for a few initiates only: the technique by which we can effortlessly dive inward and find in the depths of our own consciousness our true Self, the transcendence, the source of all creation.His descriptions of how he leads more and more people to their inner Self give us first-hand insights into the beginningm of a worldwide movement for spiritual regeneration, which has led to terms such as Ayurveda, mindfulness, meditation, self-discovery, spirituality and yoga being on everyone's lips in the West today.

Amma's grace has made this book possible for the benefit of all aspirants. Once we look beneath and beyond all the bustle and activity centered around Amma, we certainly get a glimpse of the depths of Her real nature and the thrill of it. "I remember one of Amma's answers to a woman during a Satsang who was complaining how hard it was for her to share Amma with others, etc. Amma replied that a Guru is subtle like space, air, or water. If we try to grab and hold a bunch of air or water tightly in our fists, we will not be able to hold anything. Rather, if we open our fists or hearts wide, the water (grace) will overflow our palm (heart)!" Such Pearls are arranged in the book accordingly to help us recognize our true nature. Published By The Disciples Of Mata Amritanandamayi Devi, Affectionately Known As Mother, Or Amma The Hugging Saint.

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This Book Is In Greek. Published By The Disciples Of Mata Amritanandamayi Devi, Affectionately Known As Mother, Or Amma The Hugging Saint.

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