The basic problem of human mind is the loss of identity. The author explains the eternal concepts of 'who I am', as given by Swami Vivekananda, against a background that helps us to be aware of our true nature. The discussion is based on two of Swami Vivekananda's lectures: 'The Atman' and 'The Atman: Its Bondage and Freedom'.

Introduccion y comentarios de Swami Nikhilananda.

Devanagari text, word-for-word meanings, English translation, notes. An ancient treatise expressing extreme non-dualism in a style that is simple, direct, and uncompromising. Also called Astavakra Gita.

A compilation of articles by well-known scholars on many aspects and schools of Vedantic thought, collected mainly from the pages of Cultural Heritage of India.

Chapters included are: Brahma-Mimamsa;  Essentials of Vedanta;  Philosophy of Advaita;  The Advaita and its Spiritual Significance;  Post-Sankara Advaita;  Philosophy of the Bhagavata;  The Visisthadvaita of Ramanuja;  Madhya's Brahma-Mimamsa;  The Nimbarka School of Vedanta;  The School of Vallabha;  Bhedabheda School of Vedanta;  The Achintya-Bhedabheda School;  Buddhism in Relation to Vedanta;  Buddhism in Indian Life and Thought;  Advaita Vedanta according to Swami Vivekananda.

Swami Ashokananda charts out a path for steady, sure advancement toward the goal of human life, spiritual illumination. Chapters include:

The Psychology of God-Vision

Why is the Mind So Restless

The Practice of Interiorness

Why Should We Practice Concentration

The Four Pillars of Wisdom

How to Cultivate Love For God

Spiritual Practice For Beginners

Spiritual Practice for the Advanced

The World of Infinite Light

The spiritual teaching of the Orthodox church in its classic and traditional form, expressed in direct and vivid language.

Vesper hymns sung in centers of the Ramakrishna Order, and also the well-known hymn in praise of Rama. Devanagari text, transliteration, and English translation.

Four vesper hymns in praise of Sri Ramakrishna and Sri Sarada Devi. A new translation with extensive notes to bring out the deeper meaning of the hymns. Devanagari text, transliteration, and English translation.

Addresses the question of what it is that makes Vedanta appeal to thinking minds and relevant in today's world.

Articles originally published in the January 2011 issue of Prabuddha Bharata. The essays attempt to fathom the expansive personality of Sri Ramakrishna according to each author's unique perception.