Timeless Wisdom: Passages for Meditation from the World's Saints and Sages (Essential Easwaran Library)

By Eknath Easwaran and Michael Scott

Book Overview

Timeless Wisdom is a collection of universal texts for study, meditation, and inspiration, selected by Eknath Easwaran, the originator of passage meditation.

An authority on world mysticism, and outstanding translator of the Indian classics, Easwaran chose texts that are positive, practical, and inspiring, which express the universal ideals of love, patience, inner strength, and wisdom.

Here are flashes of insight from the Hindu Upanishads, prayers of comfort from the Christian saints, the passionate songs of the Sufis, and deep wisdom from the Jewish, Buddhist, and Taoist traditions.

By reminding us of our essential goodness, they give us hope. Through the legacy of their words, they show us what it means to think in freedom, love fully, and see life as it really is.

This portable, compact anthology includes 95 passages from Easwaran's popular God Makes the Rivers to Flow;plus nine new ones.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1586380273
• ISBN13: 9781586380274
• Release Date: September 2008
• Publisher: Nilgiri Press
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.2" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

READ ANYTHING COMPILED OR WRITTEN BY EASWARAN

Easwaran's Meditation (underline title) was my introduction to him and his extensive contribution. My life altered from reading that book! No book (before or since) has ever had that kind of impact on me. I began summarily to read absolutely everything he has ever written, translated or compiled. His is a genius and a writing style so accessible, yet so penetrating. He brings "being one with God" to life! Easwaran's 8 steps are the cornerstones for my life. This book contains passages to be memorized and used in meditation....hence, "passage meditation." Many passages in this book surface on a day-to-day basis just when I most need them. I am grateful to this man and to those who are keeping Eknath Easwaran's work alive. Dive in! You will never be disappointed...Judy Billman

An extensive anthology of inspirational religious passages and writings

The majority of religions have a positive message for their followers. "Timeless Wisdom: Passages for Meditation form the World's Saints and Sages" is an extensive anthology of inspirational religious passages and writings from the world's leading spiritual leaders throughout history. A compilation meant to be enjoyed by readers of all religious and spiritual backgrounds, "Timeless Wisdom" is a must for anyone literally in search of sage advice.