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Patanjali Yoga Sutras is an age-old treatise written on the four-fold path of yoga. It delves into the workings of our mind, body and spirit. Originally written in Sanskrit, this book is by Swami Vivekananda, detailing each sutra, simultaneously guiding us on ways to reach our goals. Starting from the very basics like concentration and meditation, to higher goals like attaining liberation and self-realization, these sutras are meant to teach us ways that help elevate lives and spirits.

Bridge cultural divides and explore global spirituality by mastering the diverse sacred traditions shaping our world. Transform your daily commute into an enlightening journey of cultural literacy and deep personal growth. This contemplative audio experience connects you directly to the lived...

Uncover the gripping ancient history of a dazzling architectural wonder, burned to the ground by a madman. Perfect for your morning commute, this immersive narrative transports you to the bustling ancient port of Ephesus. Watch a humble marsh sanctuary transform into a pan-Mediterranean marvel...

Experience the perilous dawn of Christian history in the Roman Empire as early believers fought for survival and faith. Perfect for an immersive commute or a quiet evening of historical reflection, this evocative narrative transports you into the crowded streets and dimly lit workshops of the...

Antisemitism, as hatred of Jews and Judaism, has been a central problem of Western civilization for millennia, and its history continues to invite debate. This Very Short Introduction untangles the history of the phenomenon, from ancient religious conflict to 'new' antisemitism in the...

A sweeping and revelatory history of the hidden tradition of Jewish thinkers who opposed Zionism, from Pulitzer Prize winner Benjamin Moser. In Anti-Zionism: A Jewish History, Benjamin Moser uncovers a suppressed tradition that has shaped Jewish thought for generations. Through a cast of artists...

Through this novelized history of the Soka Gakkai—one of the most dynamic, diverse, and empowering movements in the world today—readers will discover the organization's goals and achievements even as they find inspiring and practical Buddhist wisdom for living happily and compassionately in...

From an award-winning historian, the gripping, singular story of the destruction of Jewish Vienna as seen through the letters and diaries of an extraordinary woman who witnessed it all. In 1922, Hugo Bettauer published the novel The City Without Jews, a satirical critique of Austrian...

The book Kathasaritsagara has been created by Soma Deva. It consists of 21,500 shlokas. This book Kathasaritsagara has been divided into 18 lambakaas, and those 18 lambakaas are still more divided into 125 Tharanga's. Some lambakaas are very big, while some are very small. If there are 115...

The book Kathasaritsagara has been created by Soma Deva. It consists of 21,500 shlokas. This book Kathasaritsagara has been divided into 18 lambakaas, and those 18 lambakaas are still more divided into 125 Tharanga's. Some lambakaas are very big, while some are very small. If there are 115...