This volume is a mosaic of autobiographical excerpts from Paul Brunton's notebooks. It brings together reflections on 50 years of the author's research, practice, travel, and writing -- and some of the people, influences, and events he considered significant in his life.
a detailed descrition of the meditation technique use dby Brunton, and describes a yoga breathing technique safe enought to be used without the assistance of a teacher. *****HARDCOVER COPY****no dustjacket, 1934 1st ed, slight fading to cover, odd foxing to end papers & page edges
A pivotal piece in PB’s work, a unique gift to the literature of realization. How to attack, at an existential level, the most intractable obscurations of what needs doing and how to do it.
"Does grace exist? Can we know if we're fooling ourselves about it, one way or the other? This hopeful, nourishing selection of quotes from Paul Brunton's most mature writings penetrates layers of superstition and cynicism and takes us to the core of the matter: Ways to think about Grace ; Ways to invite Grace ; Ways to accept the mystery of how it arises ; Ways to respond to its presence ; How Grace heals, helps, and guides."--P. [4] of cover.
'He found many marvelous things...But now and then a man of real spirituality set his feet on the way that finally led him to what he had looked and hoped for.' New York Times Book Review The late Paul Brunton was one of the twentieth century's greatest explorers of and writers on the spiritual traditions of the East. A Search in Secret India is the story of Paul Brunton's journey around India, living among yogis, mystics and gurus, some of whom he found convincing, others not. He finally finds the peace and tranquility which come with self-knowledge when he meets and studies with the great sage Sri Ramana Maharishi. schovat popis
The deluxe edition of this classic spiritual travelogue offers a vivid exploration of Egypt's historical and spiritual landscape, showcasing its major splendors, hidden temples, and artifacts as experienced by the author in the 1930s. It contrasts past and present views while providing deep insights into Egypt's ancient mysteries. The book includes enlightening discussions with Islamic leaders and features specially designed maps and diagrams that accurately trace the author's journey, enriching the reader's understanding of the region's cultural heritage.
The Quest of the Overself shows Western readers how to achieve serenity of mind, control of thought and desire, and the power to use higher forces by means of simple exercises. These include breathing and visualisation as well as mental control through meditation. These ideas, which the author gained by extensive travel in India, are as relevant to us today as they were when first published in 1937. Paul Brunton was a British philosopher, mystic and traveler. He left a successful journalistic career to live among yogis and holy men and studied a wide variety of Eastern and Western esoteric spiritual traditions. As he explains in the still fresh and fascinating The Quest of the Overself, meditation and the quest for inner peace are by no means exclusively for monks and hermits but also support those living everyday, active lives in the West.
By taking the trouble to discover the deep silence within us we will find the benefits of being linked to an 'infinite power, an infinite wisdom, an infinite goodness'. schovat popis
"Brunton delivers the essence and practices of this path in direct, jargon-free language. How to move from the long path of spiritual disciplines to the short path of direct insight ; Short path exercises ; Experiences that may occur ; warnings ; Stages of realization ; Stabilizing the awakening ; The nature of lasting enlightenment"--Back cover.
