The science of selfrealization kindle edition by prabhupada, his. Finally, conceptions of the person and of the self do take quite different views of what it means for a person or a self to flourish or to attain selfrealization. The science of self realization is a collection of interviews, lectures, and essays from the back to godhead magazine covering topics such as the goal of human life, seeking a true spiritual teacher, reincarnation, superconsciousness, krishna and christ, and spiritual solutions to todays social and economic problems such as war, corruption, environmental destruction, and poverty. We often forget to nurture the most important relationship in our lifeour relationship with our own self. It teaches us how to move from our outer bodily and egobound identity to our immortal self that dwells within the heart. Humanistic psychology also follows a similar train of thought about selfrealization. The science of selfrealization opens up the secrets of the self within, nature of the universe, and the supreme self within and without. Let us have a look at other benefits of self realization so we can understand the importance of self realization as well as the importance of enlightenment.
See all 21 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. In the western world, its generally defined as the activation of ones full potential of talents and abilities. The first step in this science is to understand we are not these material bodies. Selfrealization is about discovering who we truly are outside of the egos patterns and habits. Selfactualization and selfrealization are two concepts in psychology, philosophy and spirituality that refer to the achievement of the possibilities and potentials of the self. Science of self realization science of self realization. Selfrealization is the discipline that helps you develop not only a deeper understanding but a. The scriptural basis of ka consciousness was published in 1970 as a separate pamphlet. Self realization is an expression used in western psychology, philosophy, and spirituality.
An intriguing compilation of interviews, lectures and essays by a. Cultivate inner strength, focus and clarityand realize who you truly are. Prabhupada books the science of self realization ssr foreword ssr introduction ssr 1. The book explains the science of self realization the soul athman going from a baby to child to adult to old age and again to baby, but the stress is more on achieving self realization through nama sankeerthana. Here the worlds most distinguished teacher of the science of selfrealization talks about meditating and practicing yoga in the modern age, gaining liberation. This collection of articles by srila prabhupada from back to. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting. Bhaktivedanta swami prabhupada on varying topics such as reincarnation. A free powerpoint ppt presentation displayed as a flash slide show on id.
The first meeting occurred in the summer of 1966, in new york city. Self realization entails going within and discovering our deeper spiritual nature. Paramahansa yoganandas personal instructions on how to practice the science of kriya yoga meditation, taken from the classes he gave for more than thirty years, are presented in detail in the selfrealization fellowship lessons in addition, the lessons provide his practical guidance and techniques for attaining balanced physical, mental, and spiritual well being the health. You are older than god season 1, session 8 self realization school bentinho massaro duration. This morning i read the following verse from the science of self realization.
Science of self realization 1978 first edition hard cover within the interviews, lectures, essays and letters of science of self realization srila prabhupada describes practicing yoga in the modern age. It was originally introduced by kurt goldstein, a physician specializing in neuroanatomy and psychiatry in the early half of the 20th century. The science of selfrealization paperback june 15, 1994 by a. Some conceptions understand selfrealization as being primarily linked with breaking free from the. Its concern is spiritual practice, mainly through meditation, to take us beyond the sorrow and ignorance of the world. For more than 85 years, selfrealization fellowship srf has been dedicated to carrying on the spiritual and humanitarian work of its founder, paramahansa yogananda, widely revered as the. Selfrealization, like the very nature of meditation itself, is transcendent, allowing us to experience a higher sense of identity and consciousness beyond the personal self. Bhaktivedanta swami, accepting the shelter of a bona fide spiritual master, as it is, bhagavadgita, fake guru, genuine guru, god krishna, guru and disciple, science of self realization. Science of self realization 1978 paperback within the interviews, lectures, essays and letters of this book srila prabhupada talks about practicing yoga in the modern age. Yoga is first and foremost a science of selfrealization. One will find a lot of repetition of ideas, the book being a compilation of articles written by swami prabhupada.
This very important krsna consciousness movement is meant to save human society from spiritual death. The science of selfrealization consists of articles published in back to godhead magazine from 1958 to 1977. Selfactualization is often compared to other concepts such as selfreflection, selfrealization, and selfexploration. Enjoyment in ignorance of ones real selfinterest is not actual enjoyment. Difference between self actualization and self realization. If you are well versed in advaita vedanta, then its nice to give the brain cells a rest and enjoy a good hit of dualism.
Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. In akram vignan, self realization not only helps one progress spiritually, but also helps one carry out worldly interactions with ease. Listen free to the science of selfrealization paramatma. Topics include karma and reincarnation, supreconsciousness, how to choose a guru, krishna and christ, and spiritual solutions to todays social and economic problems price.
This evaluation copy is intended for personal noncommercial use only, under the fair use guidelines established by international laws. Science of self realization the hare krishna movement. So science of self realization is a quality hardback, with nice artwork and offers a nice historical document about those crazy hippy days. Topics include karma and reincarnation, supreconsciousness, how to choose a guru, krishna and christ, and spiritual solutions to todays social and economic problems. Bhaktivedanta swami prabhupada on varying topics such as reincarnation, karma, supercons. Bhaktivedanta swami prabhupada was the most extraordinary person i had ever met. Achieving selfrealization guided meditation sahaja online.
The sufi master abu lhasan alkharqani asserted that the human state contains seventeen chief ruinous traits, each of which resembles a great tree, with main branches, smaller branches, twigs and leaves, all laden with various kinds of. Having said that, advaita in the west attracts silly people and is a far cry from. Born in northern india, he came to the united states in 1920, where for more than thirty years he taught indias ancient philosophy and science of yoga meditation and the art of balanced spiritual living. Buy the science of selfrealization book online at low. Selfrealization is an awakening of ones essence beyond what is tangible. Perhaps the best way to differentiate the two concepts is. All you have to do is bow down before krishna with faith and say, my lord krishna, i was forgetful of you for so long, for so many lives.
Foreword to the science of selfrealization from the very start, i knew that his divine grace a. In yoga, selfrealization is knowledge of ones true self. Sahaja meditation can be a powerful instrument through which we can experience selfrealization and selftranscendence, and in a very real and practical way. Swami sri yukteswar giri 18551936, indias jnanavatar, incarnation of wisdom. In this page u will know what spiritual means through self realization and transit from material world to spiritual world,this page. In the indian understanding, self realization is liberating knowledge of the true self, either as the permanent undying atman. This involves letting go of attachments that keep us stuck in old unhelpful cycles, and realizing the power of the mind to retrain and redirect itself. This is an evaluation copy of the printed version of this book, and is not for resale. Within the interviews, lectures, essays, and letter.
It may begin in pleasure, but invariably it ends in some concomitant suffering. In the western understanding it is the fulfillment by oneself of the possibilities of ones character or personality see also self actualization. The sufi science of selfrealization fons vitae publishing. You are concentrated on the isolated wave of your body and its finite life. Bhaktivedanta swami prabhupada and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at. Fruitive enjoyment conditions us to the temporary body, while self realization involves offering all the fruits of our activities to the supreme personality of godhead and is thus the. This is also reflected in the aspect of life where each concept is commonly used.
We must be something more profound and the science of self realization teaches us how to discover the spiritual force within. The science of selfrealization kindle edition by prabhupada, his divine grace a. Here the worlds most distinguished teacher of the science of selfrealization talks about meditating and practicing yoga in the modern age, gaining liberation from the law of karma, achieving. This true self is also referred to as the atman to avoid ambiguity.