Wisdom of the Upanishads

By Annie Besant

Book Overview

The book ""Wisdom of the Upanishads"" by Annie Besant is a comprehensive guide to the ancient Hindu scriptures known as the Upanishads. These texts are considered to be the most profound and esoteric teachings of the Vedas, and are revered by millions of people around the world as a source of spiritual guidance and wisdom.In this book, Besant provides a detailed analysis of the Upanishads, exploring their philosophical and spiritual themes, as well as their historical and cultural context. She examines the key concepts of the Upanishads, such as Brahman, Atman, and karma, and discusses how these ideas have influenced Hindu philosophy and spirituality over the centuries.Through her insightful commentary and interpretation of the Upanishads, Besant offers readers a deeper understanding of the nature of reality, the purpose of life, and the path to spiritual enlightenment. She also explores the practical applications of the Upanishads in daily life, and provides guidance on how to incorporate their teachings into one's own spiritual practice.Overall, ""Wisdom of the Upanishads"" is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of Hindu philosophy and spirituality, and to explore the profound wisdom of these ancient texts.1925. This edition contains four convention lectures delivered at the 31st anniversary of the Theosophical Society at Adyar in December 1906. Contents: Brahman is All; Ishvara; Jivatmas; Wheel of Births and Deaths.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162606940
• ISBN13: 9781162606941
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 116 Pages
• Weight: 0.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 11.0"