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Meditation- Finding The Supersoul Within
Meditation can resolve problems that previously evoked strong emotional and physiological reactions. Meditation refreshes, rejuvenates and repairs your life. Popular culture is inundated with various types of meditation, however, only meditating in a bona fide way produces the utmost benefit in your life. In this book, the greatest spiritual teacher of this time, His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada (1896-1977), shows you how to acquire power of true meditation. He discusses authentic meditation techniques, which enable you to make a living connection with the original source of yourself and everything else- the Absolute Truth. Eternal knowledge, vigor and happiness will manifest in your life through this connection.
86 pages, Paperback
Published January 1, 2015
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October 27, 2022
It is not a self help book but 79 pages of commercial intent. I have come across several self help books even from RK Mutt, ISKON etc but none were so black and white like this on commercialization. The book says other meditation centers are bad and wrong and ISKON is good and also indirectly praises Sanskrit in comparison to other languages.
February 6, 2024
To begin with, I already did not have high hopes regarding this book as I already know the origin and the biasness of the origin and certain thoughts/teachings have been intentionally corrupted/misinterpreted by people who are a part of this movement.
When I started reading, I put my expectations a little too high that the authors will introduce us to all kinds of meditation and guide us to do it in a proper manner. But I was so wrong and on so many levels. As soon as I read about the type of spiritual meditators described here, I couldn’t ignore but sense utter biasness and arrogane for the voidists and impersonalitists by the author(s).
If someone wants to learn to slow down internally and connect to your spiritual self in such a fast-paced world, then this is not the book. Although there is a section where hope is re-ignited again for the fellow reader but it is soon extinguished by introducing ‘Transcendental Meditation’ and trashing on all other kind of meditation which can be practically applied while still taking responsibilities of the materialistic world.
The book also quotes some Sanskrit verses from various ancient text materials, mainly from Srimad Bhagvatam. But for ease of read and to appeal a wide variety of readers, the Romanized version has been added and not the Sanskrit ones. As a native speaker of Hindi, who can very well-read Sanskrit (and understand it a bit), this was not easy to read. I wish they had included the versed in the original language as well.
There are many debatable aspects of this book but I would refrain from mentioning them.
One of the most triggering part for me about this book is the example taken to exercise celibacy. It’s none other than Mr. Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi. Out of all the people in the world (in my opinion they could have chosen Swami Vivekananda), they chose a person who tested his celibacy by sleeping with his nieces. And according to the author(s), this led to India’s freedom from the English.
In addition to this, I would like to point out that none of the Hindu God/goddesses have blue skin. In Sanskrit, the word ‘Nila’ is used for both Dark and blue. ‘Shyam’ is used for Black or Dark coloured and ‘Krishna’ itself means Black or Dark blue. Almost all the ancient paintings/ statues of gods are black – dark blue in colour. Hence, Krishna, Vishnu, Rama, Shiva etc. all were rather dark skinned and not blue – skinned.
Also, what kind of god would want his devotees to give up every material and would himself all the riches? In my opinion, God would rather see his devotees happy than get himself adorned in jewels. I found it rather unnecessary to mention whether a god is four – handed or two – handed.
I would not go into detail for the last two chapters but Prabhupada’s language isn’t that of a yogi’s, calm and serene. Rather it is aggressive and sarcastic, which is quite un – yogi like. There was absolutely no use of bashing people who do not meditate the way he preaches. Rather it would have been appreciated if he explained it more politely. In a true yogi, devotee manner.
I would like to conclude by saying that this book is not worth reading if you want to know anything about meditation.
When I started reading, I put my expectations a little too high that the authors will introduce us to all kinds of meditation and guide us to do it in a proper manner. But I was so wrong and on so many levels. As soon as I read about the type of spiritual meditators described here, I couldn’t ignore but sense utter biasness and arrogane for the voidists and impersonalitists by the author(s).
If someone wants to learn to slow down internally and connect to your spiritual self in such a fast-paced world, then this is not the book. Although there is a section where hope is re-ignited again for the fellow reader but it is soon extinguished by introducing ‘Transcendental Meditation’ and trashing on all other kind of meditation which can be practically applied while still taking responsibilities of the materialistic world.
The book also quotes some Sanskrit verses from various ancient text materials, mainly from Srimad Bhagvatam. But for ease of read and to appeal a wide variety of readers, the Romanized version has been added and not the Sanskrit ones. As a native speaker of Hindi, who can very well-read Sanskrit (and understand it a bit), this was not easy to read. I wish they had included the versed in the original language as well.
There are many debatable aspects of this book but I would refrain from mentioning them.
One of the most triggering part for me about this book is the example taken to exercise celibacy. It’s none other than Mr. Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi. Out of all the people in the world (in my opinion they could have chosen Swami Vivekananda), they chose a person who tested his celibacy by sleeping with his nieces. And according to the author(s), this led to India’s freedom from the English.
In addition to this, I would like to point out that none of the Hindu God/goddesses have blue skin. In Sanskrit, the word ‘Nila’ is used for both Dark and blue. ‘Shyam’ is used for Black or Dark coloured and ‘Krishna’ itself means Black or Dark blue. Almost all the ancient paintings/ statues of gods are black – dark blue in colour. Hence, Krishna, Vishnu, Rama, Shiva etc. all were rather dark skinned and not blue – skinned.
Also, what kind of god would want his devotees to give up every material and would himself all the riches? In my opinion, God would rather see his devotees happy than get himself adorned in jewels. I found it rather unnecessary to mention whether a god is four – handed or two – handed.
I would not go into detail for the last two chapters but Prabhupada’s language isn’t that of a yogi’s, calm and serene. Rather it is aggressive and sarcastic, which is quite un – yogi like. There was absolutely no use of bashing people who do not meditate the way he preaches. Rather it would have been appreciated if he explained it more politely. In a true yogi, devotee manner.
I would like to conclude by saying that this book is not worth reading if you want to know anything about meditation.
May 12, 2025
The wording is confusing at times, most likely due to issues with translation. Provides some interesting insight into the ideology of the Krsna consciousness movement. While I think some of the spiritual ideas are impactful, the narrative of this book is extremely biased towards organised religion.
The insistence on there being a 'right' way to meditate in only one religious system unfortunately comes off as pretentious and unhelpful, ultimately preventing the book from realising the objective it sets out in its title; Finding the supersoul within is impossible as a reader if you feel like you're being sold something. For a book about relinquishing material possessions, it's very obsessed with converting readers to a specific, ritualistic, traditionalist religious agenda which ironically centres objects, symbols, and material goods.
When sexuality and sin were addressed it gave me a good giggle. Oh, organised religion. How you love to tell humans what to do with their bodies. How you love to deride us for pleasure, for luxuriating in the brilliant world and bodies we were given. The body is not an enemy which needs to be overcome. It's especially funny to me because the first mention (in the first or second chapters I believe) of sex felt so random! Meditation is about worshipping and being one with God... also don't have sex! God doesn't like that stuff!
I don't recommend reading this if you actually want to understand meditation and how to do it in explicit, practical terms. The preaching is too strong to make it informative or enjoyable, and I recommend picking up any other book on meditation! But not this one!
The insistence on there being a 'right' way to meditate in only one religious system unfortunately comes off as pretentious and unhelpful, ultimately preventing the book from realising the objective it sets out in its title; Finding the supersoul within is impossible as a reader if you feel like you're being sold something. For a book about relinquishing material possessions, it's very obsessed with converting readers to a specific, ritualistic, traditionalist religious agenda which ironically centres objects, symbols, and material goods.
When sexuality and sin were addressed it gave me a good giggle. Oh, organised religion. How you love to tell humans what to do with their bodies. How you love to deride us for pleasure, for luxuriating in the brilliant world and bodies we were given. The body is not an enemy which needs to be overcome. It's especially funny to me because the first mention (in the first or second chapters I believe) of sex felt so random! Meditation is about worshipping and being one with God... also don't have sex! God doesn't like that stuff!
I don't recommend reading this if you actually want to understand meditation and how to do it in explicit, practical terms. The preaching is too strong to make it informative or enjoyable, and I recommend picking up any other book on meditation! But not this one!
July 23, 2025
This book is a peaceful guide into the world of meditation through the teachings of Bhakti Yoga. It explains how chanting the Hare Krishna Mahamantra connects us to the Supersoul (Paramatma) within. The language is simple, the message is deep, and it encourages inner reflection and peace.
I loved how it focuses on practical meditation, not just theory. It’s a perfect read for anyone looking to reduce stress, find clarity, or begin a spiritual journey.
I loved how it focuses on practical meditation, not just theory. It’s a perfect read for anyone looking to reduce stress, find clarity, or begin a spiritual journey.
August 3, 2023
it was okay, can't say i agree with everything, also don't believe in krishna in the same sense they do so that probaby got in the way about. nice and short, good read but buddhism is probably better for me.
July 7, 2022
" Meditation " most used or abused term ...
People try to cheat by teaching them wrong way of meditation. Want to know what real meditation is read this small book.
People try to cheat by teaching them wrong way of meditation. Want to know what real meditation is read this small book.
December 4, 2024
Wonderful book! A beautiful and wonderful illustration on meditations through the angle of Bhakti, one should definitely read this book to get the most beautiful form of meditation!
January 4, 2023
It is an abridged version explaining the ISKCON method of practicing Bhakti Yoga by focusing on Krishna Consciousness. Its written in simple language and passes the message directly, as a form of conversation with the reader.
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