Jivanmuktiviveka of Vidyaranya

by Vidyaranya

An important Sanskrit classic for advanced students of Vedanta by the author of Panchadasi. Includes the nature and scope of jivanmukti (salvation) and the means to attain it. With Sanskrit and English. Devanagari text and English translation.

Genres: Philosophy

497 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1978

Reviews

[Aravind · Rating 5 out of 5]

I began reading this book after a basic introduction of Advaita from Kanchi Paramacharyas "Dheivathin Kural", a translation of "Viveka Chudamani" and an undecipherable version of "Upadesa Sahasri". Firstly, the English translation was easy to understand and precise! This made reading the scripture a non-tedious job.

The first chapter on the proof of Jivan Mukta was a little difficult to grasp as I had no prior knowledge of the 'Sanyasa-Lakshana'. However, in the subsequent chapters, Advaita philosphy was dealt in great detail and it became much easier for me to follow. Swami Vidyaranya, though having composed this in the 14th century, has done a great deal of service to us in the 21st century by picking verses from almost all the Scriptures that are in existence.

He is the quintessential teacher, a man with an ocean of knowledge, picking up the right source at the correct conjuncture to drive home his point. I am now looking forward to reading his "Panchadasi", which is a very highly recommended for beginners.

(Note: My ratings are to be taken as just a mere number, as reading scriptures of Vedanta is beyond the scope of human evaluation)

[Alexandria · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book more fully explores the path to liberation via the three avenues of direct knowledge, elimination of the latent tendencies and impressions, and the quieting of the mind. I found it to be a very helpful and clearly presented book.

[chaity · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely phenomenal creation
Must read for sincere spiritual aspirants