Immerse yourself in the profound teachings of 'Practice of Brahmacharya' by Swami Sivananda, a compelling exploration of the crucial concept of brahmacharya delivered in a relatable and powerful manner. With clarity and depth, this book delves into the art of controlling desires and harnessing the potent energy of celibacy, guiding readers towards the sublimation of primal instincts into spiritual fuel. Swami Sivananda's words resonate as he outlines effective techniques to transmute lust ...

In spite of much that has been written on the concept of a spiritual Guru, there is still a good deal of confusion, misunderstanding, and skepticism in the public mind on this vital matter.Is a Guru absolutely necessary? Who is a Satguru? How far can he help his Chela (disciple)? What are the duties of a disciple? What is the meaning of Initiation? Want of clear-cut and definite answers to these and related questions often impedes the spiritual progress of earnest aspirants.

THE HINDUS are a profoundly religious people. Their goal of life is Self-realisation or the attainment of God-consciousness. A religion of some kind they must have-a religion which will stir the depths of the heart and give room for the exercise of faith, devotion and love.All Hindu festivals have a deep spiritual import or high religious significance. All great Hindu festivals have religious, social and hygienic elements in them. In every festival there is bathing in the morning b...

The twin words Concentration and Meditation form the inner core of the practice of Yoga. It is the key to the door of Inner Illumination and constitutes the central pivot round which all Sadhana in the spiritual field revolves. Dharma and Dhyana are the Yoga proper, leading to the consummation,Samadhi and Sakshatkara or Realization. Revered Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj gives in this compact and exhaustive treatise on the great subject a thorough-going exposition of the intricacies of "Concent...

The Bhagavadgita is one phase of the Tripod of Indian philosophy and culture, the other two phases being the Upanishads and the Brahmasutras. While the Upanishads lay the foundation of the loftiest reach possible for humanity and the Brahmasutras logically elucidate the intricate issues involved in the Upanishads, the Bhagavadgita blends together the Transcendent and the Immanent features of the Ultimate Reality, bringing together into an integrated whole knowledge and action, the inner an...

Hinduism is veritably the fountain-head of all religions. It contains within itself the seeds of all religions. It includes all religions and excludes none.It is but natural that people all over the world should show increasing interest in a religion with so universal an appeal."ALL ABOUT HINDUISM" is intended to meet the needs of those who want to be introduced to the various facets of the crystal that is Hinduism.

Editor: Swami Omkarananda Daily readings for every day in the year from the inspiring works of Sri Swami Sivananda. A title from chapter 14: "Foundation of Self-Realisation": 19th May - "The Two Axes of Self-Knowledge: Man cannot know himself save through meditation, through a deep dive into the calm chambers of the heart and a direct glance at the mirror of life within. To have a comprehensive understanding of what we are, we must impress on our mind the two facts, viz. the existence of t...

Spiritual Experiences is a publication that tries to portray the aspirant's perception of the working of his psyche as well as of the forces of the astral world.Self-realization is the consummation of all experiences and transcends the realm of the mind,and is,therefore indestructible.Yet,adumbrations have been attempted herein,through the medium of words,to describe the super-sublime state of cosmic consciousness and of the other preceding phases of occult perception. The book has been di...

Japa Yoga by Swami Sivananda delves into the profound practice of mantra chanting, emphasizing the transformative power of the continuous recitation of the Divine Name. This spiritual discipline forms the foundational step in the ladder of yoga and serves as the essential undercurrent that unifies and enhances various yogic practices. Swami Sivananda provides comprehensive insights and guidance on how Japa Yoga can lead to spiritual awakening, inner peace, and ultimate self-realization. Th...

To everyone striving for success in life, the invariable stumbling block proves to be the turbulent vagaries of the mind. An undisciplined mind makes a man slave and wrecks his life. Controlling and subduing it is the most vexing of problems to the earnest seeker of happiness.For gaining mastery over the mind, you have to know what it is, how it works, how it deceives you at every turn and by what methods it can be subdued. In this book, the subject has been dealt with; and the nat...

Sri Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj was a doctor before he embraced the holy Order of Sannyasa. Even before he began his medical career, he enthusiastically conducted a medical journal called "Ambrosia" in which he published regularly articles on health and hygiene, diet and healing.This volume from the pen of the sage-doctor is of the greatest value, not only to the members of the medical profession, but to the layman as well who will gain immense knowledge from it, for enjoying good he...

Lord Krishna was the Purna Avatara with 16 Kalas. Every word of His teachings and every act of His was full of sublime object lessons of momentous import to humanity.Study His teachings to Uddhava. Drink the nectar of Srimad Bhagavata. Sing His glories. Repeat His grand mantra OM Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya. Do total self-surrender unto Him. You will soon attain union with Him.The book describes the purpose of incarnation of Lord Sri Krishna, His glorious lilas along with His...