Saint Therese of Lisieux, also known as Saint Therese of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face, captivates readers with her profound spiritual journey documented in “The Autobiography of Saint Therese of Lisieux: The Story of a Soul Translated by John Beevers”. This spiritual classic, penned by Saint Thérèse herself, offers profound insights into her … Read more
The Bhagavad Gita, also known as the Song of God, is a sacred Hindu text embedded within the epic Mahabharata. Bhagavad Gita Chapter 2, titled “Sankhya Yoga” or “Transcendental Knowledge”, forms the philosophical foundation of the entire Gita. It delves into profound questions of existence, duty, and the immortal soul. In this chapter, Lord Krishna … Read more
Mother Teresa, a name synonymous with compassion and service, offers a unique perspective on spirituality in her book, “Everything Starts from Prayer”. Compiled by Anthony Stern, this collection of meditations transcends religious boundaries, offering profound wisdom of this beloved figure, revealing insights into the transformative power of prayer across diverse faiths, or even those without. … Read more
Rabindranath Tagore, a name synonymous with Bengali literature and the first Asian Nobel laureate, gifted the world with a timeless masterpiece – Gitanjali, meaning “Song Offerings”. This collection of poems, originally written in Bengali, captures the profound conversations between Tagore and God. The simplicity of Tagore’s language allows hope and the possibility of conversing with … Read more
“The Hunger of the Soul” by Nancy Pope Mayorga is a captivating exploration of the human spirit’s quest for meaning and fulfillment. This spiritual diary chronicles her intimate journey from 1948 to 1980, offering a fascinating glimpse into the inner experiences, profound struggles, and sublime ecstasies of a Vedantist and disciple of Swami Prabhavananda. In … Read more
Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel, a luminary of 20th-century Jewish thought, invites readers on a transformative journey in his seminal work, “God in Search of Man.” Born in Poland to a lineage of Hasidic rabbis and mystics, Heschel’s life experiences—marked by persecution, exile, and scholarship—infuse his writing with depth and passion. Let’s explore the key themes … Read more
In splendidly candid and beautifully written volume, “One Hundred Days of Solitude: Losing Myself and Finding Grace on a Zen Retreat,” Jane Dobisz, the guiding teacher of the Cambridge Zen Center in Massachusetts, takes us on a deeply personal introspective journey of self-discovery during her 100-day solo retreat in the wintry woods of New England. … Read more
In the realm of spiritual literature, few works have had as profound an impact as Evelyn Underhill’s ‘Mysticism: A Study in the Nature and Development of Man’s Spiritual Consciousness’. Published in 1911, this seminal work has remained a cornerstone in the study of mysticism for over a century. This groundbreaking book delves into the profound … Read more
Death, a topic often shrouded in fear and uncertainty, is explored with profound depth and compassion in Kathleen Dowling Singh’s book, “The Grace in Dying: How We Are Transformed Spiritually as We Die”. This book offers a transformative and refreshing perspective on the natural process of death. This book delves beyond the fear and suffering … Read more
“The Bhagavad Gita,” Krishna’s profound discourse to his devoted disciple Arjuna, is celebrated as one of the most revered Hindu sacred texts. However, there exists another dialogue, less familiar but equally significant: the Uddhava Gita. In this lesser-known scripture, Krishna imparts teachings to Uddhava, another devoted disciple. Unlike the Bhagavad Gita, which focuses on Krishna’s advice … Read more