Dhammapada literally means 'the path of Dharma' or 'words of Dharma'. Both are true in the case of this anthology of inspiring statements, ascribed to Lord Buddha, in 420 Anushtubh verses, the most popular text of the Buddhist canon. It is of universal application like the Bhagavadgita and the Tirukkural , a perennial source of inspiration and practical wisdom, showing the path to right living.
"....... Theosophy is not only for the learned: it is for all. Perhaps among those who in theses little books catch their first glimpse of its teachings, there may be a few who will be led by them to penetrate more deeply into its philosophy, its science and its religion, facing its abstruser problems with the student's zeal and the neophyte's ardour.
In this essay on the place of emotions in the lives of those on the spiritual path, Dr Hugh Shearman gives a fresh interpretation of the nature of desire, intuition and creativity. This book explores the labyrinths of human desire and guides the spiritual seeker on how these may, infact, be used to reach his final goal - fulfilment.
The Wisdom contained in the published letters of the Masters is not merely for those to whom they were addressed but also for all those seeking to tread the Path of Holiness along the line of Devotion.
The Wisdom contained in the published letters of the Masters is not merely for those to whom they were addressed but also for all those seeking to tread the Path of Holiness along the line of Devotion.
In simple and clear language they contain a beautiful exposition of the Ancient Wisdom, stressing the importance of fundamental principles such as the Oneness of Life, Universal Brotherhood, Self-preparation, etc., not only theoretically but also practically, as a way of life truly creative and Theosophical. They are inspiring and stimulate that inner urge in the reader without which no successful attempt can be made to approach and tread the Path leading to genuine Self-knowledge and ultimately to Perfection
Foreword by Zoltan De Algya-Pap