Buddhism without Beliefs
Buddhism without Beliefs

Author: Stephen Batchelor

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 1998-03-01

Total Pages: 146

ISBN-13: 1101663073

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A national bestseller and acclaimed guide to Buddhism for beginners and practitioners alike In this simple but important volume, Stephen Batchelor reminds us that the Buddha was not a mystic who claimed privileged, esoteric knowledge of the universe, but a man who challenged us to understand the nature of anguish, let go of its origins, and bring into being a way of life that is available to us all. The concepts and practices of Buddhism, says Batchelor, are not something to believe in but something to do—and as he explains clearly and compellingly, it is a practice that we can engage in, regardless of our background or beliefs, as we live every day on the path to spiritual enlightenment.

Death Is An Illusion
Death Is An Illusion

Author: Else Byskov

Publisher: Paragon House Publishers

Published: 2002-11-18

Total Pages: 386

ISBN-13:

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Martinus will become much more prominent as a spiritual teacher, thanks to Else Byskov's clear summary of his life and teachings. Death Is An illusion is a timely introduction to the Danish 20th century mystic, Martinus (1890-1981) whose teachings have a sound picture of the cosmos and a perspective about the human future based on the evolution of consciousness. Martinus cosmology is an all-embracing world picture, a spiritual science that describes and analyses the spiritual laws of life. It leads to an optimistic view of life, and it provides the basis for a harmonious and empathetic relationship to all people and all living things.

Getting the Hell out of Here
Getting the Hell out of Here

Author: Geoff Cutler

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2012-05-01

Total Pages: 60

ISBN-13: 1447557441

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A summary of the spheres and planes that we encounter after death, and what happens in each. Based on a significant number of published and unpublished sources of channeled material, this book is a concise summary of what we can expect after death. It includes some descriptions of the Astral Plane, the Hells and the Seven Spirit Spheres which lead to the entrance to the Eternal Realms. The immediate post-death phase is discussed in detail, as also the initial arrivals areas. The requirements for progression are detailed, as also how to get out of the dark planes. Each Sphere is discussed and the role of that Sphere in the overall progression scheme is noted. All of this book is included in "Is Reincarnation an Illusion?" as Chapter 16.

Everything Is an Illusion
Everything Is an Illusion

Author: Ramana Maharshi

Publisher:

Published: 2011-11

Total Pages: 86

ISBN-13: 9780982965108

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What is helpful about reading these types of quotes is that the more you can realize that everything is an illusion the better you can ignore everything and turn inward. One of the most significant aspects to this collection of quotes by the Sages is that in addition to pointing out that everything is a dreamlike illusion, the also point out in many of their quotes that upon Self Realization everything disappears. They also state that realizing that the world, etc. is an illusion is essential for Self Realization. The type is Palatino 15 for crisp clear easy reading. This book contains all of the quotes in Chapter (Step) Two from the book The Seven Steps to Awakening. Everything is an Illusion is Book Five in the Self Realization Series. One purpose of the Self Realization Series is to put just one category of quotes into a small book that has the advantage of making it easier to focus, meditate on, grasp and have insight into just one subject at a time. That makes the approach simple, easier and less complicated. The idea is to stay focused on just one subject until you have received everything you need to receive from that one subject. Most people go on to the next subject without ever having learned to apply to their lives the subject they are studying now. The Self Realization series of books are portable practice manuals aimed at helping sincere seekers of Self Realization master one Key to Self Realization at a time. The six titles in the Self Realization Series are: 1.Self Awareness Practice Instructions. 2.The Desire for Liberation. 3.The False self. 4.Inspiration and Encouragement on the Path to Self Realization. 5.Everything is an Illusion. 6.How Not to Get Lost in Concepts.

The Art of Listening
The Art of Listening

Author: J Krishnamurti

Publisher: Krishnamurti Foundation America

Published: 2022-09-09

Total Pages: 430

ISBN-13: 191287508X

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This comprehensive record of Krishnamurti's teachings is an excellent, wide-ranging introduction to the great philosopher's thought. With among others, Jacob Needleman, Alain Naude, and Swami Venkatasananda, Krishnamurti examines such issues as the role of the teacher and tradition; the need for awareness of 'cosmic consciousness; the problem of good and evil; and traditional Vedanta methods of help for different levels of seekers.

Journey Beyond: A Non-Dual Approach
Journey Beyond: A Non-Dual Approach

Author: Acharya Dr. Kuntimaddi Sadananda

Publisher: Notion Press

Published: 2019-09-10

Total Pages: 451

ISBN-13: 164650545X

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Everyone is searching for everlasting happiness. Yet, none can find it by pursuit; at the same time, none can stop the pursuit. This seems to be the tragedy of human life—nay, the life of every being. Every pursuit is limited space-wise, time-wise and object-wise. Any pursuit that is limited cannot give everlasting happiness. Some promise eternal happiness after death if one follows their path. Yet, no one has returned to claim that they achieved it by following that path. One sage declares that ‘truth is a pathless land’. Vedanta ascertains that the truth is beyond the space-time-object-wise limitations, and you are that truth–tat tvam asi. The journey beyond space and time limitations is the central theme of the discussions in this text.

Dharma
Dharma

Author: A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda

Publisher:

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 176

ISBN-13: 9780892133260

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Amidst all the anticipation, anxiety, and hype swirling around the year 2000, we may find ourselves searching for some sure guidance as we enter the new millennium. Dharma: The Way of Transcendence provides it. Written by His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, whom scholars and spiritual leaders worldwide recognize as the most distinguished teacher of Indian culture and philosophy of the modern age, Dharma answers essential questions thoughtful people ask in every millenium: Who am I? What are my deepest needs? How can I fulfill them? Srila Prabhupada writes, "The body and the mind are but superfluous outer coverings of the spirit soul. The spirit soul's needs must be fulfilled. The need of the spirit soul is that he wants to get out of the limited sphere of material bondage and fulfill his desire for complete freedom. He wants to get out of the covered walls of the greater universe. He wants to see the free light and the spirit." To learn what that free light and spirit are, and how you can see them, read Dharma. Book jacket.

Reincarnation in a Nutshell
Reincarnation in a Nutshell

Author: Maria McMahon

Publisher:

Published: 2018-12-27

Total Pages: 127

ISBN-13: 9781792713989

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Would it not be wonderful if we did not only live one life? Would it not be great to know that death was an illusion and that we lived on after our physical body had stopped functioning? If we could know that death was not the end of life, would that not make us much less worried or afraid, make us much more confident and happier? If we could simply with one stroke eliminate all fear of death, would that not give our lives a whole new meaning and perspective? This is what this book offers the reader.Reincarnation in a Nutshell explains why reincarnation is much more than a belief. With mathematical precision the authors explain why reincarnation simply has to be factual and they present the reasoning, the logic and the evidence for this claim. They also explain how reincarnation takes place and what the master plan of life is. This book is your exit key from the one-life theory and with this new insight you will never doubt your own immortality. Your outlook on life will forever change when you realize that death is an illusion and that your consciousness cannot be extinguished. The insight presented in this book originates from the spiritual science of Martinus, the Danish visionary and mystic. When he was 30, Martinus experienced an expansion of his consciousness which gave him cosmic consciousness. His work is the most profound spiritual revelation ever to have been disclosed to humankind.

Reincarnation and the Law of Karma
Reincarnation and the Law of Karma

Author: William Walker Atkinson

Publisher: DigiCat

Published: 2022-08-01

Total Pages: 117

ISBN-13:

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DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "Reincarnation and the Law of Karma" (A Study of the Old-New World-Doctrine of Rebirth, and Spiritual Cause and Effect) by William Walker Atkinson. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.