Books:

In the fourth edition of this compilation of articles and stories, Pujya Swamiji sheds more and more divine light on every aspect of our lives. His wisdom flows forth simply and eloquently, showing us how to live lives of purity and divinity, showing us how to be better instead of bitter ad in peace rather than in pieces. The response to the third edition was so enthusiastic that Pujya Swamiji has added several new enlightening articles and inspiring, compelling parables. The writings span a wide variety of topics, from the significance of Kumbha Mela and Prana Pratishtha ceremonies to worship of the Goddess to vegetarianism to the key for peace and happiness. His divine teachings are simple enough for children, filled with enough compassion ad understanding for adolescents and profound enough for adults.

Peace - For Ourselves, Our Families, Our Communities and the World

In this beautiful book, Pujya Swamiji takes us through the levels of peace - internal, familial, community and global. He shows us how, at every level, to turn pieces into peace. This book is a must-read for anyone who is searching for inner peace or who wants to help bring peace to their family, community or world

In this much-needed book, Pujya Swamiji takes the reader through a year of festivals - ranging from traditional Indian holidays such as Janmashtami and Holi to modern day holidays such as Valentine's Day and Thanksgiving. He provides not only the historical and spiritual background behind the celebrations, but also teaches us how to take the real message and meaning of these holidays. He challenges us to not only celebrate, but also to be transformed during these "holy days."

Additionally, the book includes information about fasting - why we fast, how to fast, true meaning of fasting - as well as information about common, specific fasts such as Ekadashi.

VEGETARIANISM:
For Your Body, Your Mind, Your Soul and Your Planet

In this small book, being published for widescale distribution, Pujya Swamiji outlines the numerous reasons - including spiritual, moral, environmental, ecological, humanitarian and health reasons - why being a vegetarian is the only possible choice for the world today. His points are compelling, lucid, scientific as well as deeply moving. The book is being written for an audience ranging from children to adults, from Indians to Westerners.

Grace in the Home - Wisdom for All Ages

Pujya Swamiji addresses the most common conflicts, trials and tribulations of Indian families living abroad. It is a wealth of practical information combined with a great depth of understanding. Pujya Swamiji has the rare ability to not only uplift and inspire people, but also to provide them with practical tools which enable them to transform their lives, their families, and their relationships.

Divyata na Panthe (In Gujarati)

This is an inspiring collection of Pujya Swamiji's discourses in Gujarati. Directly translated from actual lectures Pujya Swamiji has given, many of these discourses are devoted to the 16th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, which explains man's true divinity and how to manifest that in one's life. Other enriching and uplifting topics include the ideal Guru-disciple relationship and the joy inherent in complete surrender to God.

Guru Purnima Sandesh (in Gujarati)

In this Gujarati compilation of lectures given by Pujya Swamiji, He elucidates the details of the Guru-Disciple relationship and instructs us on the nature of this essential connection. The compilation is taken from lectures Pujya Swamiji delivered throughout the United States and Canada

Education, Life and Yoga: A Concise Encyclopedia of theTeachings of the Mother

The Mother of the Sri Aurobindo ashram is one of the most prolific spiritual teachers of this century. Her collected works span numerous volumes of writings, transcripts of speeches, poems, etc. Prof. Jayaswal has adeptly brought 50 years of teaching and thousands of pages of text into one volume. Yet, he has lost neither the essence of her message, nor the joy that pervades her anecdotal details.

The teachings are arranged alphabetically, according to subject matter. Although a little complex for youth, this work is a must-read for anyone interested in Eastern philosophy, education, yoga, consciousness or simply how to transcend our mundane, human existence.

• The Time for a Spiritual Life is Now - click here
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• Unity - click here

Parmarth Niketan Prayer Book

Audio CD: Songs from the Soul

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