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On Meditation: Finding Infinite Bliss and Power Within
In today's challenging and busy world, don't you wish you knew how to quieten your mind and focus on yourself? In On Meditation, renowned spiritual leader, Sri M, answers all your questions on the practice and benefits of meditation. With his knowledge of all the various schools of practice and the ancient texts, he breaks down the complicated practice into a simple and easy method that any working man or woman, young or old, can practise in their everyday lives.
150 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 16, 2019
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Sri M.
20 books234 followersSri M (born Mumtaz Ali Khan), who was born a Muslim, was attracted to Vedic teachings at an early age. He met his Guru at the age of 9 and left home at 19 to live in the Himalayas, where he met many saints and sages before living with his Guru for three years. M has been associated with the famous Rishi Valley School as a former trustee of the Krishnamurti Foundation. Rather than choosing any specific religion or tradition, M teaches the universal essence of all religions.
M is founder of the Satsang Foundation. When asked about the Foundation and its purposes, he responded, “Satsang, which in Sanskrit, translates to holy company. Satsang is important because it is in keeping holy company that we overcome all circumstances and distractions, attain our true purpose of life, and uplift the world. By keeping holy company, not only with saints and sages and with other sincere spiritual seekers, but most importantly and with our True Self, our own Soul, we achieve deeper access and ultimate union with the Divine Essence. That is the goal of all prayer, meditation and spiritual practice, as well as all religions.”
He is a spiritual teacher and Guru to many and he teaches Kriya Yoga, the Upanishads and Sri Vidya Upasana. He lives in Madnapalle, Andhra Pradesh (near Bangalore) and travels around India and the World teaching and taking students on regular Yatras to sacred places.
M is founder of the Satsang Foundation. When asked about the Foundation and its purposes, he responded, “Satsang, which in Sanskrit, translates to holy company. Satsang is important because it is in keeping holy company that we overcome all circumstances and distractions, attain our true purpose of life, and uplift the world. By keeping holy company, not only with saints and sages and with other sincere spiritual seekers, but most importantly and with our True Self, our own Soul, we achieve deeper access and ultimate union with the Divine Essence. That is the goal of all prayer, meditation and spiritual practice, as well as all religions.”
He is a spiritual teacher and Guru to many and he teaches Kriya Yoga, the Upanishads and Sri Vidya Upasana. He lives in Madnapalle, Andhra Pradesh (near Bangalore) and travels around India and the World teaching and taking students on regular Yatras to sacred places.
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February 16, 2023
What is mind? Is it situated inside the brain? Why do we think? Why breathing is important in Meditation? What are the benefits of Meditation?
These are some of the questions that arise in our mind when we think about meditation. The answer to all those questions is in this book.
If we do not have any time to sit and meditate, then observe carefully the activities that we are doing. Our brain is designed to perform one task at a time, we can’t multitask. So if we focus carefully on the task or activity that we are doing, that is also a form of meditation.
Meditation is not to control the mind, but instead to closely observe the thought process and let it go. In the end, the mind will become peaceful and still and total bliss will be the outcome. That's the reason why we can see a sense of calmness in the face of yogis.
"For a mind that is still and in that stillness there is an abundance of energy" !!!
These are some of the questions that arise in our mind when we think about meditation. The answer to all those questions is in this book.
If we do not have any time to sit and meditate, then observe carefully the activities that we are doing. Our brain is designed to perform one task at a time, we can’t multitask. So if we focus carefully on the task or activity that we are doing, that is also a form of meditation.
Meditation is not to control the mind, but instead to closely observe the thought process and let it go. In the end, the mind will become peaceful and still and total bliss will be the outcome. That's the reason why we can see a sense of calmness in the face of yogis.
"For a mind that is still and in that stillness there is an abundance of energy" !!!
May 28, 2020
Oh it took me a while, maybe 5 weeks to read this book cover to cover. But oh it was totally worth it.
This was perhaps my first read on Meditation and I loved every bit. The book is in a Question and Answer form and Sri M Ji had responded to so many of my own queries with this book.
Thank you to you and all you teachers Sir. I feel blessed!
One can get to know of Method of Meditation and a lot of questions answered ranging from why should one meditate, Posture and practice and many more, with this book.
This was perhaps my first read on Meditation and I loved every bit. The book is in a Question and Answer form and Sri M Ji had responded to so many of my own queries with this book.
Thank you to you and all you teachers Sir. I feel blessed!
One can get to know of Method of Meditation and a lot of questions answered ranging from why should one meditate, Posture and practice and many more, with this book.
November 1, 2024
How to meditate? Why to meditate? It's the path not a guide book.
February 4, 2020
Perfect Questions; Perfect Answers!
November 29, 2023
A Guru's guidance to a seekers spiritual search. Simple language with profound insights. Thank you, Sri M.
July 31, 2022
Wonderful book
Pranam to the master. He has given everything of his experience in this book. It solves lots of queries a seeker has without going in to aspects that is debatable for unprepared mind. I offer my salutation to the Master for sharing his knowledge . May all be free.
Pranam to the master. He has given everything of his experience in this book. It solves lots of queries a seeker has without going in to aspects that is debatable for unprepared mind. I offer my salutation to the Master for sharing his knowledge . May all be free.
July 27, 2021
Make your body and mind fresh and fine by following techniques from this book.
September 11, 2023
Really liked this book because Shri M has given good enough advice when you start meditating, and the best part is the advice has been given in questions and answers form, because what happens generally is that you definitely have some questions when you start any practice and if you find answers for your queries you feel more encouraged to keep on practising.
Although the book is just about 150 pages but it should be revisited time and again.
Although the book is just about 150 pages but it should be revisited time and again.
July 5, 2020
A Good book on meditation.
This book has written in very simple language. It will be clear your all query related to meditation. Recommended for those who has doubts like how to concentrate during meditation, why we do meditation, method of meditation, best place and timing for meditation etc.
This book has written in very simple language. It will be clear your all query related to meditation. Recommended for those who has doubts like how to concentrate during meditation, why we do meditation, method of meditation, best place and timing for meditation etc.
May 10, 2022
I have already seen many of Sri M's youtube videos on 'Upanishads IIT Delhi' but I completely forgot that its same person, I have randomly picked up this book at crosswords during holiday in India. Read it to find out what meditation really is? The book has in-depth Q and A on meditation. Lovely short read also combines some yogic knowledge
August 7, 2023
Buen libro para quien esté buscando aclarar o profundizar ideas sobre la meditación, desde conceptos profundos sobre qué es meditar, qué es la mente, etc; hasta dudas más prácticas como qué postura usar. Ésta escrito en formato de preguntas y respuestas y definitivamente lo que más me gustó fueron las preguntas. Me sentí súper identificada con la mayoría de dudas.
September 25, 2023
This book covers the very basics of meditation, beginning with how one should meditate and gradually delving deeper into its effects. I believe that nearly identical or even superior information can be obtained by watching Sri M on his YouTube Channel - Satsang Foundation.
However, for anyone just starting with meditation, this book could serve as a valuable guide."
However, for anyone just starting with meditation, this book could serve as a valuable guide."
December 22, 2019
The book is structures very well and has clear demarcation of each section. It's really helpful for beginners and spiritual seekers and very engaging q and a style. Overall a good book to improve your psyce
April 8, 2020
A information and educative read on the techniques of meditation and how to overcome the challenges one may face.
Written in a simple FAQ format, the responses provide the much-needed knowledge on needs to make their meditation more effective and efficient.
Written in a simple FAQ format, the responses provide the much-needed knowledge on needs to make their meditation more effective and efficient.
September 23, 2021
Listened to on Audible. Great insights and simple to use tips for the ones who wish to learn and perfect their practice. Lucid language and an engaging narrative.
While the overall narration was good the pronunciation of sanskrit /Indian words could have been well rehearsed.
While the overall narration was good the pronunciation of sanskrit /Indian words could have been well rehearsed.
March 14, 2024
Informative and interesting guide to know and learn more about meditation and its impact on our body and soul. The writing is simple yet detailed enough to keep you hooked if such subjects are of your interest.
February 8, 2020
Deep concept of meditation are answered in very simple way and the misleading thought about meditation is completely taken away
April 23, 2020
A one stop book to know what is meditation and all questions about it.
May 20, 2020
Throws some clarity on this topic.
July 15, 2020
A fairly practical book on Meditation ( mostly Kriya based) with adequate introduction and common questions being answered. Good for new enthusiasts.
October 24, 2020
Good Q&A format
Addresses any question that a seeker may have.... Full of Practical techniques to get started and discover for yourself.
Thankyou!!
Addresses any question that a seeker may have.... Full of Practical techniques to get started and discover for yourself.
Thankyou!!
January 29, 2021
A must read! Amazing examples and short stories described by Sri. M. The tiny window of short stories in between Sri. M's answers, lets you peep into the other world.
March 22, 2021
Good. Some points were worth underlining.
September 12, 2021
All about meditation, it's a must read
June 30, 2022
Amazing conversational book answering many spiritual questions in a simple manner to understand and apply 🙏
October 3, 2022
Very interesting.
February 7, 2023
A Nice book to read on the practice of Meditation, the Technique to Meditate and the Experiences that you feel.
March 18, 2023
Must read
Just get the book , read and think about this long and hard. Essential and basic material. Key takeaway, 'your effort' is mandatory and that trumps everything else.
Just get the book , read and think about this long and hard. Essential and basic material. Key takeaway, 'your effort' is mandatory and that trumps everything else.
May 11, 2023
Wonderful book...on meditation..obviously....
Real, simple understandable answers to some very basic, relevant questions that every spiritual seeker has. Worth reading multiple times...
Real, simple understandable answers to some very basic, relevant questions that every spiritual seeker has. Worth reading multiple times...
October 8, 2023
If you really want to upgrade your meditation practice read this book!
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