This book presents a series of lectures about the higher stages of human spiritual development. The lectures describe the methodologies of the main philosophico-religious traditions that existed in the past or exist now on the Earth. This material illustrates the fact that the methodology of spiritual de-velopment is one for all people and that in this way God leads all people to Perfection.

This book, dedicated to the Teachings of Sathya Sai Baba, was written at His request. Published in Russian, it was blessed by Him in His Indian ashram. Later the text of the book was supplemented with conversations with Sathya Sai Baba.

This book, written by Russian scientist Vladimir Antonov, Ph.D. (in biology), contains a scientific description of the mechanisms of development of the human reproductive system, including the embryonic period, childhood, and adolescence. The book also contains a thorough description of the mechanisms of formation of homosexuality in both sexes. Various results from experiments conducted on animals, in relation to this subject, are also described. Much attention is given to the methods of regulation of the sexual function: from choosing an appropriate diet - to the methods of psychic self-regulation, including work with chakras and meridians. A significant part of this book is dedicated to the bioenergetic aspect of sexual interaction, sexual psychology, and ethics. The author suggests viewing sexuality as an opportunity of spiritual growth through correct development of the emotional sphere, refinement of the consciousness, and ethical self-control. At the end of this book, there is a comprehensive bibliography. This book is intended for specialists-scientists, physicians, psychologists, and for the general public.

This book presents a new and competent edition of the translation of the Bhagavad Gita - an ancient Hindu monument of spiritual literature.The text is accompanied with commentaries. The book can be helpful for everyone aspiring to spiritual Perfection.

Millions of people practice some form of yoga, but they often do so without a clear understanding of its history, traditions, and purposes. This comprehensive bibliography, designed to assist researchers, practitioners, and general readers in navigating the extensive yoga literature, lists and comments upon English-language yoga texts published since 1981. It includes entries for more than 2,400 scholarly as well as popular works, manuals, original Sanskrit source text translations, conference proceedings, doctoral dissertations, and master's theses. Entries are arranged alphabetically by author for easy access, while thorough author, title, and subject indexes will help readers find books of interest.

For more than 30 years, Yoga Journal has been helping readers achieve the balance and well-being they seek in their everyday lives. With every issue,Yoga Journal strives to inform and empower readers to make lifestyle choices that are healthy for their bodies and minds. We are dedicated to providing in-depth, thoughtful editorial on topics such as yoga, food, nutrition, fitness, wellness, travel, and fashion and beauty.

First time in the history of India, in 1958, a Sankaracarya visited West. The author, His Holiness Jagadguru Sankaracarya Sri Bharati Krsna Tirtha of Puri, went to America at the invitation of the Self Realization Fellowship, Los Angeles, to spread the message of Vedanta. This book is a compilation of some of his discourses delivered there. These discourses by a saint-yogi and master of ancient Indian scriptures, also well-versed in modern sciences, give the essentials of Vedanta. They combine authenticity of thought with simplicity of language. Being couched in the contemporary idiom they will be found to be particularly suited to the modern mind. Though addressed to American audiences, the discourses carry a message of eternal truth and of universal application. The steps of spiritual inquiry and the paths of God-realisation outlined in them will be of immense practical use to the readers in their quest for the Supreme.