World-renowned philosopher and spiritual teacher Ram Dass--author of the groundbreaking classic Be Here Now--presents the contemporary Western audience with a lively, accessible guide to the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, the classic Hindu text that has been called the ultimate instruction manual for living a spiritual life.
About the Author: Ram Dass has served on the faculty at Stanford and Harvard Universities.
352 Pages
Religion + Beliefs, Hinduism

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Book Synopsis

World-renowned philosopher and spiritual teacher Ram Dass--author of the groundbreaking classic Be Here Now--presents the contemporary Western audience with a lively, accessible guide to the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, the classic Hindu text that has been called the ultimate instruction manual for living a spiritual life.

Review Quotes

"Blessed brilliance and luminous heart wisdom--Ram Dass at his best. These lectures were joyous to attend and exquisite to read." --Jack Kornfield, author of A Path with Heart

"With wisdom, humor, and great compassion, Paths to God illuminates the liberating power of the Gita--a rare gift in these unsettled times." --Joseph Goldstein, author of One Dharma: The Emerging Western Buddhism

"Through offering a wide variety of approaches to spiritual happiness, Paths to God is one of the most inclusive and inviting books available to us." --Sharon Salzberg, author of Faith: Trusting Your Own Deepest Experience

About the Author

Ram Dass has served on the faculty at Stanford and Harvard Universities. In the 1960s, he traveled to India, where he met his guru. Since then, he has pursued a variety of spiritual practices, including guru kripa, devotional yoga, karma yoga, many forms of meditation, and Sufi and Jewish studies. Many of his books, including Be Here Now, are international bestsellers and classics of their kind.

Specifications

Dimensions (Overall): 7.88 Inches (H) x 5.26 Inches (W) x .98 Inches (D)

Weight: .65 Pounds

Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up

Number of Pages: 352

Genre: Religion + Beliefs

Sub-Genre: Hinduism

Publisher: Harmony/Rodale/Convergent

Theme: Sacred Writings

Format: Paperback

Author: Ram Dass

Language: English

Street Date: October 25, 2005

TCIN: 76945950

UPC: 9781400054039

Item Number (DPCI): 247-03-3754

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Q: Can you describe the author's background?

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A: Ram Dass has taught at Stanford and Harvard, and has extensive experience in various spiritual practices.
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Q: Who is the intended audience for this book?

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A: It is aimed at a contemporary Western audience seeking spiritual guidance and wisdom.
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Q: What topics does the book cover?

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A: The book explores spiritual happiness, wisdom, and compassionate living through the lens of Hindu teachings.
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Q: What is the main focus of Ram Dass's book?

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A: The book serves as a guide to the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, emphasizing spiritual life.
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