[PDF] Wisdom Of The Ancient Seers eBook

Author : David Frawley
Publisher : Motilal Banarsidass
Page : 275 pages
File Size : 34,73 MB
Release : 2019-01-01
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 8120811607

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"The Rig Veda is not only one of the oldest sacred scriptures of the world, but also one of the most misunderstood. Past scholarship has dismissed the hymns of the Rig Veda as being expressions of a primitive animistic mentality that only rarely rose to true spiritual and philosophical heights. David Frawley's book demonstrates that this judgmental view is ill-founded. His fine renderings of select Vedic hymns bear witness to the fact that their composers were sages and seers--powerful poets who knew the art of symbolic and metaphoric communication. The Vedic hymns give us a unique glimpse not into a primitive mentality but a mentality and culture that revolved around the highest spiritual values and visions. This is an important and riveting book, ushering in a new and sounder tradition of Vedic interpretation and scholarship." Georg Feuerstein

Author : Swami Rama
Publisher : Himalayan Institute Press
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 39,86 MB
Release : 1990
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780893891206

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In Wisdom of the Ancient Sages, Swami Rama shares with the modern world the powerful and inspiring teachings of one of the worlds greatest spiritual texts: the Mundaka Upanishad. This beautiful translation and commentary affirms human nature as peaceful, creative, and transcendent. Its message will assist anyone who seeks to walk the path of personal and spiritual development.

Author : Michael Flower
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 36,20 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0520259939

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"Surveying all kinds of evidence—historiographical, literary, dramatic, and visual—Flower provides a comprehensive, readable, and engaging account of the operations of 'seers' during the Classical period."—Mark Griffith, editor of Prometheus Bound and Antigone "In a page-turning tour de force of anthropological reconstruction, classicist Michael Flower revisits hundreds of ancient texts to tease out his case for the absolutely central role of seercraft at all levels of ancient Greek society. Thanks to Flower's invitingly-woven tapestry of their mesmerizing stories and anecdotes, we can now savor, and comprehend through his lucid and persuasive interpretations."—Peter Nabokov, author of Where the Lightning Strikes: American Indian Ways of History

Author : David Frawley
Publisher : Lotus Press
Page : 1 pages
File Size : 26,67 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 0914955896

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This expanded, updated edition is a gateway to the cosmic wisdom of India's ancient sages.

Author : Shantha N. Nair
Publisher : Pustak Mahal
Page : 270 pages
File Size : 18,9 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Hindu philosophy
ISBN : 8122310206

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The echoes of ancient Indian wisdom can be heard from the oldest of scriptures that existed many years ago. Even thousands of years before they were written down on palm leaves, the teachings were passed on from generations to generations, from the teachers to the disciples in their oral form. These works are amongst the oldest of humanity. They laid the foundation of one of the most tolerant and diverse religions in the world, the Sanatan Dharma or Hinduism, which is marked by a wide range of ethos and philosophical approaches. Covering the vastness and immensity of the ancient Indian scriptures is akin to capturing a gigantic ocean in a small pitcher. Thus, in this book, the author has tried to catch a few 'echoes' resonating with age-old wisdom and has presented them to the readers. the book unravels the knowledge hidden inside the Samhitas, Brahmanas, Aranyakas and Upanishads of the Shruti that form the Vedas, and in the Smriti like Agamas, Dharma Shastras and so on. In short, it provides a glimpse, or rather a macro view of the ancient treasure of India.

Author : Samuel L. Adams
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 510 pages
File Size : 33,70 MB
Release : 2020-02-17
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1119158273

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A comprehensive introduction to ancient wisdom literature, with fascinating essays on a broad range of topics. The Wiley Blackwell Companion to Wisdom Literature is a wide-ranging introduction to the texts, themes, and receptions of the wisdom literature of the Bible and the ancient world. This comprehensive volume brings together original essays from established scholars and emerging voices to offer a variety of perspectives on the “wisdom” biblical books, early Christian and rabbinic literature, and beyond. Varied and engaging essays provide fresh insights on topics of timeless relevance, exploring the distinct features of instructional texts and discussing their interpretation in both antiquity and the modern world. Designed for non-specialists, this accessible volume provides readers with balanced coverage of traditional biblical wisdom texts, including Proverbs, Job, Psalms, and Ecclesiastes; lesser-known Egyptian and Mesopotamian wisdom; and African proverbs. The contributors explore topics ranging from scribes and pedagogy in ancient Israel, to representations of biblical wisdom literature in contemporary cinema. Offering readers a fresh and interesting way to engage with wisdom literature, this book: Discusses sapiential books and traditions in various historical and cultural contexts Offers up-to-date discussion on the study of the biblical wisdom books Features essays on the history of interpretation and theological reception Includes essays covering the antecedents and afterlife of the texts Part of the acclaimed Wiley Blackwell Companions to Religion series, the Companion to Wisdom Literature is a valuable resource for university, seminary and divinity school students and instructors, scholars and researchers, and general readers with interest in the subject.

Author : Vivianne Crowley
Publisher : Carlton Publishing Group
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 14,64 MB
Release : 2002-10-28
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9781858689876

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Our ancesiors' beliefs contain within them the seeds of universal truths that have transcended time and can be found in many of our beliefs today. Indeed, in many parts of the world, inherent belief systems continue to be practiced. Ancient Wisdom looks at the fundamentals of these belief systems, how they have shaped the societies in which they are based, and what they can offer us in the fast-paced, technological society we inhabit today. The shared human quest to make sense of our lives and our place in the cosmos is the common characteristic to be found in all the spiritual and magical traditions that are included in this book.

Author : Jim W. Goll
Publisher : Destiny Image Publishers
Page : 385 pages
File Size : 17,74 MB
Release : 2004
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0768422329

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The prophetic movements in church history and in contemporary life are fed by two mighty streams: the prophet, whose revelation is primarily verbal, and the seer, whose revelation is more visionary in nature. While the role of the prophet is familiar, less is known about the seer dimension. To many people, these visionary prophets remain mysterious, otherworldly, and even strange.

Author : Stanislav Grof
Publisher : SUNY Press
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 10,58 MB
Release : 1984-06-30
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780873958493

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A critical revaluation of ancient spiritual systems long ignored or rejected because of their assumed incompatibility with science. Here are Swami Muktananda on the mind, Swami Prajnananda on Karma, Swami Kripananda on the Kundalini, Joseph Chilton Pearce on spiritual development, Jack Kornfield on Buddhism for Americans, Claudio Naranjo on meditation, and much more.

Author : willianinnovador
Publisher : willianinovador
Page : 213 pages
File Size : 27,96 MB
Release : 2024-06-23
Category : Art
ISBN :

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Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of human existence with "The 3 Seers of Life." This captivating philosophical tale weaves together the wisdom of Helios, the Seer of Joy, Nyx, the Seer of Sorrow, and Thanatos, the Seer of Death, as they explore the intricate dance of life, loss, and the eternal mysteries that lie beyond. Unlock the secrets of a life well-lived with "The 3 Seers of Life," an enthralling philosophical journey that will challenge your perceptions and ignite your soul.