The great Tamil poet Muruganar approached the South Indian sage, Bhagavan Sri Ramana Maharshi, and requested elucidation on the instruction which had been given by Lord Siva to the Rishis of... More > Darukavanam (the Pine Forest).
The Rishis had become hooked on action (karma) and every attainment threw up the desire for a further bigger, better attainment. They approached Siva and asked for help. Things have not changed much since then ... have they? The human condition continues to be enthralled with the shadows all the while oblivious to the all important source of the light.
Sri Ramana Maharshi agreed and wrote this Instruction in 30 verses. Later, the verses were translated into Telugu, Malayalam and, at the request of the great Sanskritist, Kavyakantha Ganapati Muni, they were also translated into Sanskrit. The Sanskrit work is known as Upadesa Saram (the Essence of Instruction). This is an English translation with commentary of that work.< Less
Ramana Maharshi is universally considered as the Greatest Sage that has been born, as an act of Divine grace, on this planet for a millennium. Not since Adi Shankara has any Enlightened Being made... More > such an impact on the spiritual development of our world both in the East and in the West.
This beautifully written and most expertly translated major biography of the Great Master fully illustrates this claim, most convincingly and in no uncertain manner. It is full of anecdotal history which brings to vivid life, the teachings and example of this supreme Spiritual Master.
(from the foreword by Alan Adams-Jacobs)< Less
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Ramana Maharshi is... More > universally considered as the Greatest Sage that has been born, as an act of Divine grace, on this planet for a millennium. Not since Adi Shankara has any Enlightened Being made such an impact on the spiritual development of our world both in the East and in the West.
This beautifully written and most expertly translated major biography of the Great Master fully illustrates this claim, most convincingly and in no uncertain manner. It is full of anecdotal history which brings to vivid life, the teachings and example of this supreme Spiritual Master.
(from the foreword by Alan Adams-Jacobs)< Less
The philosophy of Advaita or Non Duality has become, along with Buddhism, one of the most popular spiritual paths being pursued by those interested in enlightenment today. During the past three... More > decades, Advaita has become more widely recognized in the West through the ever growing popularity of Ramana Maharshi.
His point of view has for its aim Self-realization. The central path taught in this philosophy is the inquiry into the nature of Self, the content of the notional 'I-thought'.
Carl Jung wrote of Ramana: “Sri Ramana is a true son of the Indian earth. He is genuine and, in addition to that, something quite phenomenal. In India he is the whitest spot in a white space. What we find in the life and teachings of Sri Ramana is the purest of India; with its breath of world-liberated and liberating humanity, it is a chant of millenniums.”
The core of Ramana’s teachings are presented herein; also included are three Ramana classics: Who Am I?, Self Enquiry, and Spiritual Instruction.< Less
Although many devotees were quite satisfied to sit in the Old Hall and bask in the Maharshi’s presence, others felt the need for further study to advance their understanding. To these... More > individuals, Ramana suggested two books:
Lamp of Non Dual Knowledge and The Mystery Beyond the Trinity.
These texts are not to be picked up, read through quickly and put away. The verses are full of nectar which will quench the thirst of any earnest seeker who repeatedly reflects on their meaning and in right earnest attempts to implement the teachings. Through fascinating stories and analogies the entire spectrum of spiritual pursuit and attainment is laid out in clear terms.
These two rare gems are a valuable addition to anyone’s Non Duality library.< Less
The number of beneficiaries of the Maharshi's grace while he was in the mortal frame is very large, but the limitation as usual was lack of inclination and inspiration of the individuals to record... More > the event. I am most grateful to the chroniclers presented here for leaving behind a record of experiences of their visits / stay at the Ashram.
What was their experience while they sat in his proximity? Sitting in his presence one was convinced for the time being that all troubles were ended and one was forced back on oneself in spite of all obstacles. And this was the wonder of his presence. They saw before their eyes the grand manifestation of that majestic light. They saw the grandeur of that spiritual light before them.
You will discover that spirituality is not something vague and uncertain but substantial and proven as got manifested in the Maharshi.< Less
Sri Guru Ramana Prasadam is a devotional work composed by Mukavai Kanna Muruganar, a devotee of Ramana Maharshi, an enlightened Master who lived in South India at the foot of the holy mountain... More > Arunachala until his maha nirvana in 1950.
It is more than just a devotional work, since it embodies the teachings imparted by Ramana to Muruganar, through the medium of silence, and through the practice of self-enquiry, in which the aspirant dwells upon the 'I' sense in order to investigate the nature of his own consciousness.< Less
Sri Guru Ramana Prasadam is a devotional work composed by Mukavai Kanna Muruganar, a devotee of Ramana Maharshi, an enlightened Master who lived in South India at the foot of the holy mountain... More > Arunachala until his maha nirvana in 1950.
It is more than just a devotional work, since it embodies the teachings imparted by Ramana to Muruganar, through the medium of silence, and through the practice of self-enquiry, in which the aspirant dwells upon the 'I' sense in order to investigate the nature of his own consciousness.< Less
Arunachala Shiva paints an intimate picture of Sri Ramana Maharshi’s life, taking us behind the scenes to moments with his closest disciples.
Shocking yet compelling commentaries offer new and... More > unexpected insights into his teachings, challenging entrenched ideas and assisting a final realisation.
Included in this book is his famous text, Who Am I? (Nan Yar) in which he declares that Self-enquiry is the most direct route to Self-realisation. Arunachala Shiva paints an intimate picture of Sri Ramana’s life, taking us behind the scenes to moments with his closest disciples. The shocking yet compelling commentaries offer new and unexpected insights into his teachings, challenging entrenched ideas and assisting a final realisation. The unique nature of these interviews is revealed in the DVD Preview and in the 100 photographs.< Less
Arunachala Shiva ist ein intimes Portrait Sri Ramanas Leben und nimmt uns mit hinter die Kulissen zu Augenblicken mit seinen engsten Schülern. Schockierende, fesselnde Kommentare eröffnen... More > neue und überraschende Einblicke in seine Lehren, stellen etablierte Vorstellungen infrage und unterstützen die endgültige Verwirklichung. Dieses Buch enthält seinen berühmten Text „Wer bin ich? (Nan Yar)“, in dem er erklärt, dass Selbsterforschung der direkteste Weg zur Selbstverwirklichung ist.
Arunachala Shiva mit 100 Fotografien illustriert, ist ein facettenreiches Portrait von Sri Ramana und seinen Schülern. Schockierende, fesselnde Kommentare eröffnen überraschende Einblicke in Sri Ramanas Lehren; etablierte Vorstellungen werden in Frage gestellt und endgültige Erkenntnis wird greifbar. Die Einzigartigkeit der Interviews wird durch die beiliegende Preview DVD spürbar.< Less
