The Original Gospel Of Rāmakrishna

The Original Gospel Of Rāmakrishna

Discover the timeless spiritual wisdom of one of India's most revered mystics with The Original Gospel of Rāmakrishna. Based on M.'s original English translation from the Bengali, this carefully abridged edition presents the authentic teachings, conversations, and spiritual insights of Shri Ramakrishna (1836–1886) in a clear and accessible format for modern readers. Edited by Swami Abhedananda, Joseph A. Fitzgerald, and collaborators, with a foreword by Alexander Lipski, this classic work offers an inspiring introduction to Ramakrishna's philosophy of universal spirituality and God-realization.

The volume opens with a comprehensive biography of Shri Ramakrishna written by his renowned disciple Swami Vivekananda, providing historical context and a deeper understanding of the master's extraordinary life and teachings. Through recorded dialogues, parables, and reflections, readers explore themes such as devotion (Bhakti), meditation, self-realization, religious harmony, Advaita Vedanta, the unity of all faiths, and the direct experience of the Divine. The edition also includes rare black-and-white photographs of Ramakrishna and his disciples, enriching the historical and spiritual value of the book.

Ideal for spiritual seekers, students of Vedanta, followers of Ramakrishna and Vivekananda, scholars of comparative religion, and readers interested in Indian philosophy and mysticism, The Original Gospel of Rāmakrishna is an essential spiritual classic that continues to inspire readers around the world.

The Original Gospel of Ramakrishna, Shri Ramakrishna, Swami Vivekananda, Swami Abhedananda, Joseph A Fitzgerald, Alexander Lipski, Vedanta, Hindu philosophy, spirituality, Bhakti, meditation, mysticism, Indian philosophy, religious harmony, self-realization, spiritual classic, paperback