In a simple, eloquent, and soul-stirring manner, Paramahamsa Prajnanananda helps the reader see that gratitude is not just a gift we give to others rather, we are the real benefactors whenever we express this feeling of thankfulness.Īlthough a simple, heartfelt gesture of thankfulness may seem small and insignificant, the gift we receive by appreciating and being grateful to others, and indeed life itself, opens the door to lasting peace and contentment in life. The Attitude of Gratitude contains infinite wisdom and the key to unlocking the secret of true happiness. With each turning page, you will discover Hariharananda's magnanimous heart and indomitable spirit through the loving words of Paramahamsa Prajnanananda, his closest and most beloved disciple. On June 11,a hot, steamy day in India, an extraordinary young Bengali man boarded a train to the holy city of Puri, Odisha, with a deep longing to fulfill his highest spiritual aspirations.Īccompany this Kriya Yoga disciple on his journey of transformation from Rabindranath Bhattacharya, a brilliant and devoted seeker of Truth, to the highly realized, incomparable master, Paramahamsa Hariharananda. In Aksara Tattva, Paramahamsa Prajnanananda teaches how in practical spiritual life, one should weigh every word as well as every thought very carefully to gain inner peace, love, and wisdom, ultimately leading to the experience of Aksara, the Eternal.
As a young man, he was carefully molded by the powerful hands of his incomparable Master, Swami Shriyukteshwarji, who understood that he, along with his childhood friend Paramahamsa Yogananda author of Autobiography of a Yogiwould play an integral role in the spiritual evolution of humankind.Įach Sanskrit letter represents a mantra, a word with a multiplicity of meanings, useful not only for studying the scriptures but also for contemplation in deep meditation.
Swami Satyananda Giri walked gently on the Earth while he was here yet his footprints remain deeply etched in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. If you want to be a yogi, be balanced, be a successful actor and constantly aware that life is a mere drama. We should all therefore try to play the game of life with the intention of winning. As the entire creation is God's play, it follows that you and I are all part of the game. Not only will you become an instrument for healing this wounded planet, you will become an inspiration for others to do the same. May this book inspire you to share the treasures of your heart - a warm smile, soothing words, and a helping hand to those in need. Compassion is a symbol of human evolution in spirit and consciousness. Speaking of compassion, Paramahamsa Prajnanananda tells us, 'Compassion is an inherent human value that needs to flourish and become fruitful in the hearts of human beings in order for them to have a better life, a peaceful coexistence, and experience the manifestation of love. In the author's unique style, both metaphorical interpretations and practical instruction is elaborated. This age-old science of meditation has been tested by sincere seekers around the globe. It expresses the contemplative insights of a Kriya Yoga master of our time, who dedicated his life to practicing this meditation method for more than seven decades.