The basic questions of Who Am I? Where Am I Going? What Is the Purpose of Life? are asked by every generation, and Patanjali's answers (given in the third century BC) form one of the oldest spiritual texts in the world. 'That which unites' is called 'Yoga' - and is thus much broader than the form of exercise so popular today. It is a way to restore our lost wholeness, our integrity as complete human beings, by unifying the personality around a centre that is silent and unbounded. Alistair Shearer's superb introduction and translation bring these ancient, vital teachings to life in the modern world and are for all those who seek the benefits of self-knowledge.
Alistair Shearer did postgraduate work in Sanskrit at the University of Lancaster after studying literature at Cambridge. He has practiced and taught meditation for many years. He currently divides his time between lecturing and writing on the sacred art of Hinduism and Buddhism, teaching meditation courses and leading cultural tours to the Indian sub-continent. His latest publications include The Spirit of Asia and Buddha: The Intelligent Heart.
„Über diesen Titel“ kann sich auf eine andere Ausgabe dieses Titels beziehen.
Versand:
EUR 5,73
Von Vereinigtes Königreich nach USA
Anbieter: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Vereinigtes Königreich
Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers GOR002802001
Anzahl: 3 verfügbar
Anbieter: Goldstone Books, Llandybie, Vereinigtes Königreich
Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. All orders are dispatched within one working day from our UK warehouse. We've been selling books online since 2004! We have over 750,000 books in stock. No quibble refund if not completely satisfied. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers mon0007105271
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: Goulds Book Arcade, Sydney, Newtown, Sydney, NSW, Australien
Hard Cover. Zustand: Very Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good. The edges of the book have light tanning. 132 pages. Books listed here are not stored at the shop. Please contact us if you want to pick up a book from Newtown. Size: Size C: 6"-7" Tall (151-177mm). Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 133243
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: SN Books Ltd, Thetford, Vereinigtes Königreich
Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Orders shipped daily from the UK. Professional seller. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers mon0000456649
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: Berliner Büchertisch eG, Berlin, Deutschland
Hardcover/Pappeinband. Zustand: Gut. New. 144 S. Gutes Exemplar, geringe Gebrauchsspuren, Cover/SU berieben/bestoßen, Schnitt/Papier nachgedunkelt, innen alles in Ordnung; Good copy, light signs of previous use, cover/dust jacket shows some rubbing/wear, edges/text pages show yellowing/darkening, interior in good condition. C240425am62 ISBN: 9780712655095 Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 158. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 690033
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: GF Books, Inc., Hawthorne, CA, USA
Zustand: Very Good. Book is in Used-VeryGood condition. Pages and cover are clean and intact. Used items may not include supplementary materials such as CDs or access codes. May show signs of minor shelf wear and contain very limited notes and highlighting. 0.35. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 0712655093-2-3
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: Book Deals, Tucson, AZ, USA
Zustand: Good. Good condition. This is the average used book, that has all pages or leaves present, but may include writing. Book may be ex-library with stamps and stickers. 0.35. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 353-0712655093-gdd
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar