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by Eknath Easwaran (Author)
This book of short inspirational readings, based on India's Thousand Names of Vishnu, gives us warm, practical reminders to support us spiritually in our daily lives.
Eknath Easwaran grew up hearing and reciting these names of the Lord as a child, and for him they were a constant reminder that there is a spark of divinity in everyone. Here he has selected some of the names and added a commentary on what each name means in daily living.
These names of the Lord can prompt us to a be a little more considerate, a little more kind, a little more selfless with those around us. This is an uplifting book for readers from any tradition.
Author Biography
Eknath Easwaran (1910-1999) is respected around the world as a teacher of meditation and an authentic guide to world wisdom. His method of passage meditation fits within any faith, philosophy, or lifestyle. In 1961 Easwaran founded the Blue Mountain Center of Meditation, which carries on his work today.
Easwaran's books include commentaries on the great saints and sages of the world's traditions and have been translated into 26 languages. His translations of the Indian spiritual classics (The Bhagavad Gita, The Upanishads and The Dhammapada) have been widely acclaimed and are all bestsellers in their field, and more than 2 million of his books are in print.
A gifted teacher who lived for many years in the West, Easwaran lived what he taught, giving him enduring appeal as a teacher and author of deep insight and warmth.
