TEACHINGS OF THE HINDU MYSTICS

This anthology collects the most lyrical passionate illuminating writings of the Hindu mystical tradition. Andrew Harvey the popular spiritual scholar and writer has selected excerpts from ancient and contemporary sources including extracts from the Bhagavad Gita the Upanishads and other classical Hindu texts; The words of such venerable spiritual teachers as Ramakrishna and Ramana Maharshi; and the devotional poetry of Mirabai Ramprasad and many others. The scope of this anthology makes it a marvellous introduction to Hindu mystical literature while the power and beauty of the language will inspire those already familiar with the genre.