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Ashtavakra Gita

One of the most enlightening discourses on the nature of reality.

What is Ashtavakra Gita

The Ashtavakra Gita illuminates an ancient conversation between the sage Ashtavakra and Janaka, a king with both worldly responsibilities and deep spiritual questioning about the nature of reality. “What is real?” Janaka asks. So begins one of the most unique conversations to ever take place on this planet, as Ashtavakra takes Janaka by the hand and leads him step by step into deeper levels of understanding until enlightenment dawns.

Commentary by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

In a series of 33 talks, Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar shares, step by step, how King Janaka is taken to deeper levels of understanding and how this knowledge can be applied to your own life.The commentary unlocks this ancient mystical scripture so that it can come alive in our modern lives.

The Ashtavakra Gita examines the mind, ego, conflict, and the self with the unparalleled insight and depth that only a master can offer. His Holiness skillfully weaves together ancient knowledge, classic stories, and practical wisdom into captivating talks, making the Ashtavakra Gita an invaluable tool and companion for the earnest seeker of truth.

“In your true nature, you are free the moment you see it’s not in you. If you have a pain, observe it’s happening in the body. If there is tightness or joy in your mind, observe that it is tight, sad, unhappy or happy. Just observe that you are not enjoying, and it is happening elsewhere, as though it is happening elsewhere.” Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

“If even the slightest desire to be free has arisen in you, you should pat yourself on the back, you are very lucky. Billions of lives on this planet don’t have this blessing. They do not even live. They exist, die and dissolve. They are not bored. Even if they are bored, they’re bored about something very small. A little change can make them very comfortable again. So, blessed are those who get bored!” Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

“Do not hurt anyone with your speech, for the Divine dwells in every heart.” Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

WHAT READERS SAY

Knowledge of the highest form.

It is knowledge of the highest form yet has been given out so simplistically.A must have for anyone who has practiced little bit of meditation.

Gauri Jinu

A treasure to have!!!

This book made a huge impact in my life. It truly helped me to have a shift in my consciousness. I realized that just praying and meditating is not enough and a deep understanding of life is necessary for spiritual growth. [...] This is one of the best bo

By Eternal Bliss

A must read.

People who are interested in spirituality, it is a must read, as always Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar has explained difficult teachings in a very simple profound manner.

Vidya Iyer

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