The Hinduism category has 172 audiobooks on Listento.it, with an average listener rating of 4.4★ across 382 ratings. The most-rated is Autobiography of a Yogi.
Autobiography of a Yogi
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When Autobiography of a Yogi first appeared in 1946, it was acclaimed as a landmark work in its field. The New York Times hailed it as "a rare account". Newsweek pronounced it "fascinating". The San Francisco Chronicle declared, "Yogananda presents a convincing case for yoga, and those who 'came to scoff' may remain 'to pray." Today it is still one of the most widely read and respected books ever published on the wisdom of the East. This audio edition, featuring Academy Award winner Ben Kingsley's masterful narration, contains the complete text of Paramahansa Yogananda's life story, an absorbing account of a singular search for Truth. Yogananda describes his experiences with modern-day saints and illuminated masters of India, and presents a definitive introduction to the whole science and philosophy of Yoga.
©1981, 1998, 2007 Self-Realization Fellowship (P)1996, 2000 Self-Realization Fellowship
Wheels of Life
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As portals between the physical and spiritual planes, the chakras offer unparalleled opportunities for growth, healing, and transformation. Anodea Judith's classic introduction to the chakra system, which has sold over 200,000 copies, has been completely updated and expanded. It includes revised chapters on relationships, evolution, and healing, and a new section on raising children with healthy chakras. Wheels of Life takes you on a powerful journey through progressively transcendent levels of consciousness. View this ancient metaphysical system through the light of new metaphors, ranging from quantum physics to child development. Learn how to explore and balance your own chakras using poetic meditations and simple yoga movements - along with gaining spiritual wisdom, you'll experience better health, more energy, enhanced creativity, and the ability to manifest your dreams. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio.
©1987, 1999 Anodea Judith (P)2014 Tantor
Love, Service, Devotion, and the Ultimate Surrender
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The Bhagavad Gita is a gem so precious in India's spiritual treasury that many regard it not as a volume of sacred verse, but as a living manifestation of the Divine. In the summer of 1974, inside a balmy Boulder, Colorado, warehouse that served as a main hall of a fledgling Naropa Institute, some say a minor miracle occured: The reawakening of the Gita's living presence, as it unfolded in a series of wisdom teachings led by Ram Dass. With Love, Service, Devotion, and the Ultimate Surrender, you are invited to experience these legendary gatherings.
©2011 Sounds True (P)2011 Sounds True
Paths to God
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For centuries, people have turned to the Bhagavad Gita for inspiration and guidance as they chart their own spiritual paths. As profound and powerful as this classic text has been for generations of seekers, integrating its lessons into the ordinary patterns of our lives can ultimately seem beyond our reach. Now, in a fascinating series of reflections, anecdotes, stories, and exercises, Ram Dass gives us a unique and accessible road map for experiencing divinity in everyday life. In the engaging, conversational style that has made his teachings so popular for decades, Ram Dass traces our journey of consciousness as it is reflected in one of Hinduism's most sacred texts. The Gita teaches a system of yogas, or "paths for coming to union with God." In Paths to God, Ram Dass brings the heart of that system to light for a Western audience and translates the Gita's principles into the manual for living the yoga of contemporary life. While being a guide to the wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita, Paths to God is also a template for expanding our definition of ourselves and allowing us to appreciate a new level of meaning in our lives.
©2004 Ram Dass (P)2017 Tantor
Kind of Hindu
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What if only kind of knowing your family’s heritage is actually kind of lame? For Mindy Kaling, the number one bestselling author of Why Not Me?, the search for an answer begins with an Edible Arrangement of chocolate-covered strawberries and a Hindu priest. Like Kelly Kapoor on The Office, Mindy is engaged with her Indian heritage to the extent that it is fun and convenient. So apart from a tolerance for spicy foods and an appreciation for Ravi Shankar, Mindy isn’t all that Hindu. Her daughter’s Jewish godfather--TV and film’s B.J. Novak--prompts her to reconsider her religious beliefs and ask herself: How Indian do I want my daughter to be? From the acclaimed writer, actor, director, producer, and New York Times bestselling author comes Nothing Like I Imagined. In these essays, Mindy Kaling shares the latest chapters of a multitasking life in Hollywood. Listen to them in a single sitting. They’re pitch-perfect.
©2020 Mindy Kaling (P)2020 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.
The Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga
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The remarkable benefits of yoga, which include improved flexibility, balance, muscle tone, endurance, and vitality, only hint at the extraordinary power of this deeply spiritual practice. When adhered to and practiced mindfully, yoga can unlock your full creative potential, capacity for love and compassion, and ability to find success in all areas of your life. The Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga brings spirituality back to yoga. It shows how the Seven Spiritual Laws play a crucial role in yoga's path to enlightenment while providing listeners with a wealth of meditation techniques, mantras, breathing exercises, and yoga poses. Whether a newcomer to yoga or an experienced practitioner, The Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga is a portal to yoga's deeper spiritual dimension and a beautiful step to a happier, more harmonious, and more abundant life.
©2004 Deepak Chopra and David Simon (P)2015 Tantor
The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
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Swami Satchidananda's popular translation and commentary of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali now in unabridged audiobook form, with additional features and bonus tracks included in this 9-1/2 hour program. Each sutra chanted in Sanskrit by Dr. M. A. Jayashree, renowned for her flawless pronunciation and classical articulation of the Sanskrit, which is replete with meaning and the yogic vibration English translation of each sutra read by Indunil Peiris Swami Satchidananda's illuminating commentary read by Rev. Sam Rudra Swartz Bonus tracks: sutra-by-sutra chanting and translation only The Yoga Sutras are a complete manual for the study and practice of Yoga. Through his translation and commentary on the classic text, Sri Swami Satchidananda shares his practical, down-to-earth advice on mastering the mind and achieving physical, mental, and emotional harmony in life through applying the ancient, yet timeless techniques of Raja Yoga. Part one of the audiobook presents each sutra, its translation, and any commentary. Part two presents the bonus tracks: each sutra with its translation, but without commentary, for those who would like to memorize and develop their skills in reciting the sutras.
©1978, 1984, 1990 Satchidananda Ashram - Yogaville (P)2014 Satchidananda Ashram - Yogaville
The Essence of the Bhagavad Gita
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Rarely in a lifetime does a new spiritual classic appear that has the power to change people's lives and transform future generations. This is such a book. The Essence of the Bhagavad Gita: Explained by Paramhansa Yogananda shares the profound insights of Yogananda, author of Autobiography of a Yogi, as remembered by one of his few remaining direct disciples, Swami Kriyananda. This revelation of India's best-loved scripture approaches it from an entirely fresh perspective, showing its deep allegorical meaning as well as its down-to-earth practicality. The themes presented are universal: how to achieve victory in life in union with the divine; how to prepare for life's "final exam", death, and what happens afterward; and how to triumph over all pain and suffering.
©2006 Crystal Clarity Publishers. All rights reserved. (P)2006 Crystal Clarity Publishers. All rights reserved.
Third Eye Awakening
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If you’ve always wanted to activate the power of the third eye but have not experienced any success, then pay attention.... Third eye a doesn’t have to be difficult. Even if you’ve tried to activate your third eye through numerous other ways and it hasn’t worked, all is not lost. Third eye activation is not an impossible task. In fact, it could be easier than you think. Studies suggest you can make your pineal gland, the physical location of your third eye, active and healthy by following the right technique. This audiobook will not only help you to activate the third eye but also help you in developing the psychic abilities that you’ve longed to achieve. Here’s just a tiny fraction of what you’ll discover: The concept of the third eye and the role it can play in your life The mystery of the pineal gland and the reasons for its calcification Top 21 foods and supplements that can help you in decalcification of the pineal gland Other ways to decalcify your pineal gland Four powerful techniques for awakening your third eye Ways to prepare yourself for third eye activation and ways to protect yourself Seven things holding you back from awakening your third eye Five myths about the third eye and the reason the media want you to stay asleep And much, much more! Take a second to imagine how you’ll feel once you are able to activate your third eye and develop some amazing psychic abilities, and how your family and friends will react when they are able to see and benefit from your powers.
©2019 Kimberly Moon (P)2019 Kimberly Moon
Chakras for Beginners
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If you want to learn how to awaken and balance your chakras to bring joy and harmony in your life, then keep reading.... You might have a problem with your chakras without even realizing it. Do you experience headaches, neck pain or sore throat? Do you feel ill and emotionally unstable at times? Do you have troubles making decisions or feel lost and without a purpose in life? These are just a few signs of unbalanced chakras, but if you experience any of these symptoms, I want you to know that there’s a solution. You see, the seven chakras are the energy centers of your body. If you want to reap the benefits of a healthier mind and bring harmony in your life, you have to balance your chakras and unlock their power. Inside Chakras for Beginners, discover: How you can balance your chakras and heal your energy system to bring balance into your life What are the 7 chakras and how do they work The locations and functions of the 7 chakras, from Root to Crown 5 lessons for clearing chakra blockages and bringing harmony and balance in your life How damaged chakras are affecting your life and how you can heal them (many people don’t even know they have chakra blockages) Helpful techniques and practices to keep your chakras open Kundalini techniques and practices to awaken your chakras The most common issues created by a clogged chakra system and how to solve them 7 effective meditations, one for each chakra, to help you clear energy blockages and enhance your life And much more! Even if you have zero knowledge about chakras and energetic balance, this beginner’s guide will help you clear your whole chakra system and live your life in harmony and balance. So, if you want to heal your body and spirit, and balance your chakras to bring joy and wellness into your life, grab your copy now.
©2019 Judith Yandell (P)2019 Judith Yandell
Kundalini Awakening: Attain Spiritual Enlightenment, Transcendence & Higher Consciousness
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Can you imagine what it would be like to live a life of spiritual enlightenment? Can you see yourself aware of the infinite creative potential and innumerable ideas all at once? What would it be like to have a perfect understanding of your feelings, thoughts, and emotions and to feel not only connected to all the earth and all her people, but to the whole universe? Each of us has the power to awaken the divine within. We all have a secret power lying dormant waiting to awaken and arise, coiled like a snake at the base of our being. It is the stuff of legend, but the truth of life that honors the call to spiritual enlightenment and living in the frequency of creation. It is this force that brings you in contact with pure consciousness. This powerful, primal energy is known as Kundalini, and awakening this dormant life force is just the beginning of walking the path of enlightenment. Inside this audiobook, you will find: The history and mystery of Kundalini and its benefits on the mind, body, and spirit The origins of Kundalini yoga and the journey of awakening your life-force How to prepare your mind, body, and spirit for Kundalini awakening Everything you need to know about how Kundalini feels in both body and mind What chakras are and how they are connected to awakening your primal energy How to clear energy blocks and imbalances in your chakras to move Kundalini through you Meditations and yoga postures to awaken the dormant energy to bring you to higher consciousness Opening your third eye to awaken and strengthen your psychic abilities And more
©2019 Judith Lawrence (P)2019 Judith Lawrence
Autobiography of a Yogi
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Paramhansa Yogananda was the first yoga master of India whose mission it was to permanently live and teach in the West. In the 1920s, as he criss-crossed the United States on what he called his "spiritual campaigns", his enthusiastic audiences filled the largest halls of America. His initial impact was truly impressive. But his lasting influence is greater still. This audiobook, the version of which was first published in 1946, helped launch a spiritual revolution in the West. Only rarely does a sage of Paramhansa Yogananda's stature write a firsthand account of his life experiences. Followers of many religious traditions have come to recognize Autobiography of a Yogi as a masterpiece of spiritual literature. Yet, for all its depth, it is full of gentle humor, lively stories, and practical common sense. Now, with this audiobook, the 1946 edition is again available, with all its inherent power, just as the great master of yoga first presented it.
Public Domain (P)2008 Crystal Clarity
The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda, Volume 2
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What Hinduism needed, amidst the general disintegration of the modern era, was a rock where she could lie at anchor, an authoritative utterance in which she might recognize her self. And this was given to her, in these words and writings of the Swami Vivekananda. What Hinduism had needed, was the organizing and consolidating of its own idea. What the world had needed was a faith that had no fear of truth. Both these are found here. Nor could any greater proof be given of the eternal vigour of the Sanâtana Dharma, of the fact that India is as great in the present as ever in the past, than this rise of the individual who, at the critical moment, gathers up and voices the communal consciousness. This is Volume 2 of the complete works.
©2018 Medicine of One (P)2018 Medicine of One
The Journey Home
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Within this extraordinary memoir, Radhanath Swami weaves a colorful tapestry of adventure, mysticism, and love. Listeners follow Richard Slavin from the suburbs of Chicago to the caves of the Himalayas as he transforms from young seeker to renowned spiritual guide. The Journey Home is an intimate account of the steps to self-awareness and also a penetrating glimpse into the heart of mystic traditions and the challenges that all souls must face on the road to inner harmony and a union with the Divine. Through near-death encounters, apprenticeships with advanced yogis, and years of travel along the pilgrim’s path, Radhanath Swami eventually reaches the inner sanctum of India’s mystic culture and finds the love he has been seeking. It is a tale told with rare candor, immersing the reader in a journey that is at once engaging, humorous, and heartwarming.
©2020 Mandala Publishing (P)2020 Mandala Publishing
7 Secrets of Shiva
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Shiva, 'the destroyer' among the Hindu trinity (of gods), is depicted in many contradictory manners. He is an ascetic who wears animal skin, his body smeared with ashes. Contradictory to his wild nature, he is also depicted as having a family, with a beautiful wife and two children. There are many more such varied representations of Shiva, the most prominent of these being the Linga and the Nataraja. The author, Devdutt Pattanaik, introduces listeners to these varied aspects and representations, and then sets about interpreting them. He explains the different anomalies and conflicts in beliefs, as well as the symbolism, rituals and reasons behind Hindu worship.
©2011 Devdutt Pattanaik (P)2017 Audible, Inc.
The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
Summary
What Hinduism needed, amidst the general disintegration of the modern era, was a rock where she could lie at anchor, an authoritative utterance in which she might recognize her self. And this was given to her in these words and writings of the Swami Vivekananda. What Hinduism had needed was the organizing and consolidating of its own idea. What the world had needed was a faith that had no fear of truth. Both these are found here. Nor could any greater proof have been given of the eternal vigour of the Sanâtana Dharma, of the fact that India is as great in the present as ever in the past, than this rise of the individual who, at the critical moment, gathers up and voices the communal consciousness.
©2018 Medicine of One (P)2018 Medicine of One
Shakti Meditations
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Creation and Transformation through the Divine Feminine Everything new that comes into our lives - every change that unfolds - emerges out of Shakti, the universal force of creation and transformation. Shakti Meditations provides an immediate way to experience the many gifts of this divine feminine power. Taught by expert meditation teacher Sally Kempton, these guided inner practices use India’s goddesses of yoga as gateways for discovering and inviting the many dimensions of Shakti. Like rivers flowing through us, each deity carries its own unique energies to help empower and guide us in our spiritual, relationship, career, and creative paths. As we meditate upon them, their virtues and energies begin to arise in such forms as: Durga for strength, protection, and action Lakshmi for abundance and self-compassion Kali to ignite our courage and clear inner obstacles Saraswati to spark creative inspiration and clarify communication Maha Devi to draw us closer into spacious and liberated consciousness For yoga practitioners, healers, meditators, and anyone who needs to call on the power of the feminine, Shakti Meditations gives listeners a powerful method to explore this limitless source of light and energy within us.
©2013 Sally Kempton (P)2013 Sally Kempton
Awakening Shakti
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The sages of Tantra have known for centuries that when you follow the path of Shakti - the sacred feminine principle personified by the goddesses of yoga - these gifts can manifest spontaneously. Yet most of us, women as well as men, have yet to experience the full potential of our inner feminine energies. When you know these powers for what they are, they heighten your capacity to open spiritually, love more deeply and fearlessly, create with greater mastery, and move through the world with skill and delight. In Awakening Shakti, you will learn how to recognize and invite: Kali, bringer of strength, fierce love, and untamed freedom Lakshmi, who confers prosperity and beauty Saraswati, for clarity of communication and intuition Radha, who carries the divine energy of spiritual longing And more With a wealth of meditations, visualizations, mantras, teachings, and beautifully told stories, Awakening Shakti provides a practical guide for activating the currents of the divine feminine in every aspect of your life. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.
©2013 Sally Kempton (P)2019 Tantor
Gandhi's Story
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Eknath Easwaran grew up in Gandhi's India and was deeply inspired by him. As a young man, he read Gandhi's weekly articles and visited his ashram, walking with Gandhi and observing him in deep meditation during his prayer service. What fascinated Easwaran was Gandhi's magnificent spiritual transformation - from a shy, ineffectual lawyer to the Mahatma, the "great soul" who led millions of Indians in their successful nonviolent struggle for independence. In this series of talks given for the University of California at Berkeley, Easwaran tells the story of Gandhi's life, recounting the key events that led to Gandhi's spiritual evolution and the dramatic turn of events in India. Easwaran is a gifted storyteller and these talks are compelling, culminating with the account of Gandhi's assassination. The key message throughout comes from Gandhi himself: if we make the same effort he did, we too, in our own small way, can transform fear into fearlessness, anger into compassion, selfishness into selfless service for the world. Listen to these talks if you are interested in the spiritual side of Gandhi's life, in the concept and/or practice of nonviolence, or in spiritual living in general. As Easwaran points out, we need nonviolence now more than ever before. We need to practice Gandhi's teachings to build harmony in our homes and at our work, to restore peace in our communities and in the world today. Eknath Easwaran (1910-1999) is respected around the world as the originator of passage meditation and as an authentic guide to universal wisdom. More than 1.4 million copies of his books are in print around the world, including his spiritual biography, Gandhi the Man. Easwaran lived what he taught, giving him enduring appeal as an author and teacher of deep insight and warmth.
©2002 Blue Mountain Center of Meditation (P)2002 Blue Mountain Center of Meditation
The Dharma Method
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A practical guide to simple daily techniques for rapid spiritual progress: Explores 11 time-tested methods for spiritual advancement and how you only need to include seven each day for spiritual growth and personal enlightenment. Includes wisdom from spiritual masters from nearly every religion, including Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism, and more. Offers routines, tips, and tricks to keep you on track, mantras for success and sacred connection, and exercises to apply these spiritual lessons in your everyday life. Enlightenment means becoming a light unto yourself. But how does one get on the path to enlightenment? In this practical spiritual guide, Simon Chokoisky shares 11 time-tested yet simple daily techniques to help you find your spiritual path, or “dharma,” no matter what your spiritual background - be it Christian, Hindu, Buddhist, or Agnostic. He explains how everyone has a unique learning style as well as a spiritual style - your “Dharma type” - and how the Dharma method allows you to pick any seven of the 11 methods described in the book to practice. You can even change them daily, all based on your unique needs. And by holding to the 7/11 “rule” daily, you’ll soon find yourself on the road to rapid spiritual progress and personal enlightenment. In this book, the author explains how he distilled these 11 spiritual techniques from centuries of methods used by spiritual masters from around the world. He details the 5 different Dharma types and provides personality tests to determine your type. He provides routines, tips, and tricks to keep you on track as well as thoughtful exercises to help you apply spiritual principles in your everyday life. He explores how to apply the commandments of the Judeo-Christian tradition, the Yoga Yamas and Niyamas, and the Buddhist 8-fold path based on your Dharma type. He discusses the power of sound and how to use mantras for success and sacred connection. He also explains the best ways to purify your body and mind as well as how to create a “standing wave” of spiritual power to recharge yourself anytime during the day. Showing how spirituality is inherent in each of us and is abundant, free, and easy to cultivate, the author reveals how you can best cultivate your spiritual light and share it with the world.
©2018 Simon Chokoisky. All Rights Reserved. (P)2018 Inner Traditions Audio. All Rights Reserved.