The Inner Teachings of the Philosophies and Religions of India


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Followers of the early "New Age" movement known as New Thought, which was wildly popular at the turn of the 20th century, were intensely interested in gleaning the fruit of all of humanity's spiritual wisdom. In this 1908 work, one of the most influential New Thought writers and editors shares with Western readers the "root-ideas" of Indian language, symbology, and philosophy that have given birth to much of the knowledge of all of humanity, casting the mysteries of the East in an easily comprehensive light. He discusses: . the Sankhya system . the Vedanta system . Patanjali's yoga system . Buddhism . Sufiism . the Vedas . and more. American writer WILLIAM WALKER ATKINSON (1862-1932) was editor of the popular magazine New Thought from 1901 to 1905, and editor of the journal Advanced Thought from 1916 to 1919. He authored dozens of New Thought books under numerous pseudonyms, some of which are likely still unknown today, including "Yogi Ramacharaka" and "Theron Q. Dumont."




The Inner Teachings of the Philosophies and Religions of India (Classic Reprint)


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Excerpt from The Inner Teachings of the Philosophies and Religions of India India - the Land of the Ganges - the home of San scrit, the root-language of the world - the Mother of Religions and Philosophies - the Twentieth Cen tury and the Western World greet thee! From thy sources have come the languages of the world, in which men have expressed the thoughts arising in their minds - thy word-symbols have made possible advanced thinking and expression of thought. From thy thinkers and teachers have come the root-ideas which have since grown into many a religious and philosophical tree, with bud, leaf, flower, and fruit. To thee may be traced the great philosophical con ceptions and religious truths that have animated and inspired man's thought for centuries. Thy hundred centuries of deep thought and meditation upon the Mysteries of Existence - the Secret of the Absolute have proved as the leaven which has lightened the bread of life, and has raised the sodden mass of ma teriality and changed its character so that it may be partaken of without harm by reason of the trans forming power of thy leaven! About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.







The Inner Teachings of the Philosophies and Religions of India


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Excerpt from The Inner Teachings of the Philosophies and Religions of India The Land of the Ganges.; The Inner Teachings.; The Sankhya System.; The Vedanta System.; Patanjali's Yoga System.; The Minor Systems.; Buddhism.; Sufiism.; The Religions of India. (Parti.); The Religions of India. (Part II.); Hindu Wonder Working.; The Vedas; and Glossary of Sanscrit Terms. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.




The Inner Teachings of the Philosophies and Religions of India


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A Series of Lessons on The Inner Teachings of The Philosophies and Religions of India


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Unlock the profound wisdom of ancient India with Yogi Ramacharaka's enlightening work, "A Series of Lessons on The Inner Teachings of The Philosophies and Religions of India." This comprehensive guide delves into the spiritual, philosophical, and religious traditions of India, offering readers an in-depth understanding of the timeless teachings that have shaped the lives and minds of millions. The lessons cover a wide range of topics, including: The Vedas and Upanishads: Explore the sacred texts that form the foundation of Indian philosophy and spirituality. Learn about the hymns, rituals, and philosophical discourses that have been revered for millennia. Hinduism: Gain insight into the diverse beliefs and practices of Hinduism, from the worship of deities to the principles of karma and dharma. Understand the significance of the Bhagavad Gita and the epics of Ramayana and Mahabharata. Buddhism: Discover the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, the Buddha, and his path to enlightenment. Understand the Four Noble Truths, the Eightfold Path, and the concepts of nirvana and samsara. Jainism: Learn about the principles of non-violence, truth, and asceticism that guide Jain philosophy and practice. Explore the life and teachings of Mahavira, the founder of Jainism. Yoga and Meditation: Delve into the practices of yoga and meditation, essential tools for achieving spiritual growth and inner peace. Understand the different paths of yoga, including Hatha, Raja, Bhakti, and Karma Yoga. Vedanta and Advaita: Explore the philosophical teachings of Vedanta, with a focus on the concept of non-dualism (Advaita). Learn about the works of great sages like Adi Shankaracharya and their interpretations of the Upanishads. Join Yogi Ramacharaka on a transformative exploration of India's rich spiritual heritage. With its clear and engaging presentation, this book invites readers to embrace the wisdom of the ages and apply these timeless teachings to their own lives.







The Life Beyond Death


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Followers of the early New Age movement known as New Thought, which was wildly popular at the turn of the 20th century, were intensely interested in gleaning the fruit of all of humanity s spiritual wisdom. Here, in this curious volume originally published in 1909, one of the most influential New Thought writers and editors introduces Western readers to Eastern thought on what, exactly, is on the other side of the river of death. From the geography of the astral plane to the soul-slumber that occurs after death, from communication with spirits to what lies beyond reincarnation, this is a fascinating look at the pop spirituality of a century ago.American writer WILLIAM WALKER ATKINSON (1862 1932) aka Theron Q. Dumont was born in Baltimore and had built up a successful law practice in Pennsylvania before professional burnout led him to the religious New Thought movement. He served as editor of the popular magazine New Thought from 1901 to 1905, and as editor of the journal Advanced Thought from 1916 to 1919. He authored dozens of New Thought books including Arcane Formula or Mental Alchemy and Vril, or Vital Magnetism under numerous pseudonyms, some of which are likely still unknown today.




The Philosophy of the Upanishads and Ancient Indian Metaphysics


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Excerpt from The Philosophy of the Upanishads and Ancient Indian Metaphysics: As Exhibited in a Series of Articles Contributed to the Calcutta Review India, apart from Buddhism, which we have in English. The present work shows not only great knowledge of the facts and power of clear exposition, but also great insight into the inner history and the deeper meaning of the great religion, for it is in reality only one, which it proposes to describe. - Modern Review. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.