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The principal texts selected and translated from the original Sanskrit, Upanishad means "sitting near devotedly", which conjures images of the contemplating student listening with rapt attention to the teachings of a spiritual master. These are widely considered to be philosophical and spiritual meditations of the highest order.
ON A CERTAIN OCCASION Vajasrabasa, hoping for divine favor, performed a rite which required that he should give away all his possessions. Read the first page
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Not All Translations the Same,
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This review is from: The Upanishads: Breath from the Eternal (Mass Market Paperback)
Years ago I picked up a translation of the Upanishads because I wanted to understand Vedanta. I read that translation and struggled through it. It wasn't particularly interesting and was often confusing. The commentaries were long, painful and boring. I felt disappointed. I thought the Upanishads and the Great Vedanta would be more powerful than this. I pursued other teachings. A few months ago I saw this little book and picked it up out of curiosity for some reason. I don't know why. I already had another copy of the Upanishads and didn't really care for it. But this little book hit me with much greater force. It was so significant. Yes the self, of course, yes..the self is one...The reading was so clear and powerful. I bought it immediately, brought it home, and compared it with the other translation. It's the translation that was the difference. It wasn't that I had suddenly matured and was now ready to hear this teaching because the other translation is still confusing to me. Not all translations are the same. What had been confusing to understand before, now became clear. Even if you don't agree with me that this translation is a good one, seek out various translations of the Upanishads and see which one is the clearest for you. Now, I truly believe the Upanishads are one of the most significant teachings this "World" has ever known. This translation has no commentary. It is so clear you don't need a commentary. It's also cheap and handy. With sacred texts from the past it pays to check out various translations and even formats for ease of reading and understanding.
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Great overview,
By A Customer
This review is from: The Upanishads: Breath from the Eternal (Mass Market Paperback)
I have this book by my nightstand for bedtime reading. The most important quotations (in English) from each Upanishad are placed at the beginning. So one knows where the most important chants and mantras come from. Then, I pick up another, more detailed book on the corresponding Upanishad and learn the details. If one reads this book too fast, the Upanishads seem to blend and appear the same. I would recommend no more than one chapter a week, and use this particular book as a general guide.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Shines like a beacon in a distant shore,
By Johnny Ceccoto (Brazil, Rio de Janeiro) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Upanishads: Breath from the Eternal (Mass Market Paperback)
A long, long time ago I lost this book, an older edition, during a trip. Its content shines like a beacon in a distant shore. I really missed it. No other one is so well written like this pocket. But now it's back and I've found it right here. At Amazon, of course!!I've bought mine in a hurry, because this book is unforgettable.
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