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Advaita: The Path of Non-duality

Advaita, or the path of non-duality, prescribes that only God exists in the ultimate reality and that we are deceived by our desires into the illusion of separation. Full realization of the ultimate oneness is said to be beyond the ego, beyond the illusion of subject and object, good and bad, high and low, and all other pairs of opposites, to the ground on which the manifest universe rests. This is where the mind and thinking cannot reach and which is beyond words. Yet this is where, it is said, we have always been.

Ramana Maharshi and Nisargadatta Maharaj are considered the two great modern masters of Advaita. Talks with Sri Ramana Maharshi and I am That are perhaps the most definitive texts on the path of Non-duality (both of which are in this catalog.) Due to the large number of books we carry by and about Ramana Maharshi, we made him his own section.

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Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj By Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj - Edited by Robert Powell By Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj - Edited by Jean Dunn
On Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj - by Ramesh Balsekar Other Advaita Books - by Ramesh Balsekar Additional Books by Robert Powell
H. W. L. Poonja Sri Lakshmana & Sri Saradamma Gangaji
Jean Klein Sri Atmananda (Krishna Menon Douglas Harding
Byron Katie Other Advaita Text
  Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj (1897-1981), one of the most important spiritual preceptors of the 20th century, lived and taught in a small apartment in the slums of Bombay, India. The profound yet simple words of this extraordinary teacher are designed to jolt us into awareness of our original nature. His style is abrupt, provocative, and immensely profound, cutting to the core and wasting little effort on inessentials. His terse but potent sayings are known for their ability to trigger shifts in consciousness, just by hearing, or even reading them.
  I Am That
Translated by Maurice Frydman
The American edition of the great classic by Nisargadatta Maharaj. This rendering is alive with the intensity and force of his spiritual realization. Maharaj's interpretation of truth is not different from that of Jnana Yoga/Advaita Vedanta. But he has a way of his own that is nonpareil. "See what you are. Don't ask others, don't let others tell you. Look within and see. All the teacher can tell you is only this. There is no need of going from one to another. The same water is in all the wells." We highly recommend this book as the best introduction to Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj. Soft cover/550pp
#1156      $24.95
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Awaken to the Eternal—VIDEO
Nisargadatta Maharaj: A Journal of Self Discovery
This video contains some of the only known footage of this remarkably trenchant being. Also includes interviews with Robert Powell, Jean Dunn, Jack Kornfield, Joseph Goldstein, and others who knew or were influenced by him. Video VHS 56 min./color
#V101      $29.95

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The Ultimate Medicine The Ultimate Medicine —As Prescribed by Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj
The profound but simple words of this extraordinary teacher are designed to jolt us into awareness of our original nature. This volume provides advanced instructions for spiritual aspirants who prefer their spirituality undiluted. Soft cover/214pp
#BD04      $14.95
The Nectar of Immortality

The Nectar of Immortality —Discourses on the Eternal
"Nisargadatta Maharaj is my greatest teacher. His words guide my writing, speaking and all of my relationships. The singular pursuit of the awakened person is to find that part of himself or herself that cannot be destroyed by death. I know of no one who can aid you more on that journey that Nisargadatta Maharaj. His wisdom guided me throughout the writing of Your Sacred Self."
—Dr. Wayne Dyer, author or Your Erroneous zones and Your sacred Self


#BD09      $14.95

The Experience of Nothingness The Experience of Nothingness —Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj's Talks on Realizing the Infinite
In this third volume of the Nisargadatta Maharaj trilogy published by Blue Dove Press, he uses Socratic dialogue, wry humor, and his incisive intellect to cut through the play of consciousness which constitutes illusion: this is his only goal. Soft cover/190pp
#BD10      $14.95

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  Prior to Consciousness —Talks with Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj
This book continues the most revealing and illuminating dialogues which began in I Am That. Soft cover/157pp
#1158      $13.95
  Seeds of Consciousness —The Wisdom of Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj
Maharaj's admonition to 'be' and to know what 'is' in the sense of timeless being emerges from these dialogues and will touch the lives of many. Soft cover/216pp
#1157     $14.95
  Consciousness and the Absolute —The Final Talks of Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj
These final dialogues with visitors from around the world are the culmination of the rarest teachings Nisargadatta had to give us. Soft cover/118pp
#1159     $11.95

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  Pointers from Nisargadatta Maharaj
Ramesh Balsekar was, along with Saumitra Mullarpattan, the chief translator during many of the sessions Maharaj had with visitors. "This publication is alive with the intensity and force of Nisargadatta's spiritual realization, and the fierceness and dedication with which he relentlessly strove to accelerate others liberation... —David Diaman (The Laughing Man). Soft cover/223pp
#1166      $14.95
  Explorations into the Eternal
In this book, the author uses Maharaj's teaching as the transcendental ground for his explorations into the philosophical, mystical, and scientific realms of knowledge. Soft cover/261pp
#1167     $15.95

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  Consciousness Speaks
Is spiritual understanding something apart from daily living? Not according to Ramesh, a retired bank president, golfer and family man, who doesn't fit the stereotype of an Indian guru. Soft cover/392pp
#1161     $19.00
  Experiencing the Teaching
"Light, if it goes in search of darkness will find its absence." Through twenty-four dialogues between the Enlightened Master and a disciple, we are allowed vivid insights into the nature of God, alienation, love, joy and Being. Soft cover/144pp
#1162     $14.00
  A Duet of One —The Ashtavakra Gita Dialogue
"How can knowledge be acquired? How can liberation be attained?..." So begins the Ashtavakra Gita's dialogue between an earnest seeker of Truth and the enlightened sage Ashtavakra. Soft cover/221pp
#1163     $16.00
  A Net of Jewels —Daily Meditations for Seekers of Truth
"The universe is uncaused, like a net of jewels in which each is only the reflection of all the others in a fantastic interrelated harmony without end." This book offers a daily source of understanding for those who find themselves on the path to fundamental understanding. Hardcover/401pp
#1164     $24.95
  The Final Truth —A Guide to Ultimate Understanding
An important work in four parts, it discusses in depth the final truth that there is neither creation nor destruction, neither birth nor death, neither destiny nor free will, neither any path nor any achievement. Soft cover/238pp
#1165     $25.00
  Your Head in the Tiger's Mouth —Talks in Bombay with Ramesh S. Balsekar
This book captures the 15 scenes within the Great Play as they took place in a little room in Bombay as seekers sat listening and speaking with Balsekar. Soft cover/428pp
#1169     $24.00

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  Dialogues on Reality —An Exploration into the Nature of Our Ultimate Identity
Many consider Dr. Powell to be the finest living writer on the subject of non-duality. The questions and the answers in these actual dialogues are so insightful and inspired, we like to think that we would have asked some of them ourselves. Thematically organized. Soft cover/240pp
#BD11     $14.00
  The Great Awakening —Reflections on Zen and Reality
"In the more than twenty years since this little book first appeared, it has gone through several editions and has come to be recognized as a modern classic of the inner life." —Robert S. Ellwood Soft cover/189pp
#1007     $7.95
  The Free Mind
"A great and remarkable book by one of the most important thinkers of our time. In the tradition of the Zen Masters, Krishnamurti and Dr. Hubert Benoit." —The Humanist Soft cover/196pp
#1006     $12.00
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Crisis in Consciousness —The Source of All Conflict
"There is so much packed into this book that one can only recommend as many people as possible read it and ponder the contents in their hearts... " —The Middle Way Soft cover/204pp
#1005     $12.00
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For additional titles by Robert Powell see the Blue Dove Press section of this web site.

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  Nothing Ever Happened
David Godman
A definitive account of the life and teachings of Hariwansh Lal Poonja (Papaji), chronicling his early years in the Punjab, his dramatic meetings with his Master, Sri Ramana Maharshi, and his days in Rishikaesh. Contains his illuminating teaching dialogues, excerpts from his diaries, and personal stories from devotees who have awakened to their true self in Papaji's presence. 3 vol. set. Soft cover/1290pp
#0999     $45.00
  Wake Up and Roar, Vol. 1
H.W.L. Poonja, also known as Papaji, was a disciple of Sri Ramana Maharshi. This work announces the possibility of true Freedom right now, regardless of background, practice, or personal circumstances. Soft cover/170pp
#1001      $12.00
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  Wake Up and Roar, Vol. 2
What is the secret beyond enlightenment? This work deepens the dialogue begun in Volume 1. Soft cover/172pp
#1002     $12.00
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  The Truth Is
In this popular book, Poonja addresses numerous topics in a variety of areas ranging from the Self to Freedom; including: Karma and Ahimsa, Fear and Anger, Marriage and Sexuality, Raising Children, Death and Dying, Devotion, Surrender, and Enlightenment. Soft cover/504pp
#1244     $24.95
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  Papaji: Interviews
Edited by David Godman
This work contains interviews and articles on various aspects of Papaji's life and teachings. Soft cover/305pp
#1000     $15.00
 

Audio and Video

  Quickest Way to EnlightenmentAUDIO
This 3-tape set combines: "The Secret of Devotion," "Who Are You?" and a beautiful satsang which took place in Lucknow, India. 3 cassettes
#AT100     $24.00
  Call Off the Search—VIDEO
H. W. L. Poonja
If you listen to Papaji with a silent mind, you open to the possibility of discovering you are freedom itself. With David Godman. (There is much joy here.) Video 102 min./color
#V105     $29.95
  Summa Iru! (Keep Quiet)—VIDEO
H. W. L. Poonja
Sri Poonjaji is interviewed by David Godman. Papaji's calm wisdom is wonderfully apparent. Homemade by devotees with no-frills packaging. Video 81 min.
#V103     $29.95
  An Interview with Jeff Greenwald—VIDEO
H. W. L. Poonja
An in-depth interview with the master. 'Homemade' very simply produced and very basic packaging. Video
#V108     $29.95

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  No Mind, I Am the Self —The Lives and Teachings of Sri Lakshmana Swami and Marhru Sri Sarada
David Godman
Sri Lakshmana Swami is a direct disciple of Sri Ramana Maharshi. He realized the Self in the presence of Ramana in 1949 and has since taught disciples through the medium of 'spiritual silence.' Mathru Sri Sarada is his adopted daughter and successor. This book is the first published account of the lives, experiences, and teachings of these two contemporary Gurus. Soft cover/227pp
#0135     Out of Print - Not Available

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  You Are That! —Satsang with Gangaji Vol. 1
Gangaji was instructed by her Master, H.W.L.Poonja to carry his transmission to the West. She addresses here numerous topics, including: "Meditation and Practice," "Nature of Mind," and 'Facing the Fear of Death.' Soft cover/165pp
#1236     $15.00
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  You Are That! —Satsang with Gangaji Vol. 2
Gangaji's message of truth and peace continue in this volume. Her topics include: "Sex and the True Meaning of Tantra," "Liberating Anger," and "The Fire of Service." Soft cover/165pp
#1237     $15.00
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Video

  River of Freedom
Gangaji
An introduction to Gangaji with footage of H. W. L. Poonja and Sri Ramana Maharshi. This video has particularly beautiful production values. VHS 63 min.
#V102     $27.00

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  Living Truth
Jean Klein is considered by many to be an enlightened Advaita master. This book is a result of a series of seminars Jean Klein conducted in the Santa Cruz mountains of California during the late 1980's. The life questions posed to this well-known master of Advaita Vedanta by groups of his students were collected in this volume. Soft cover/243pp
#1168     $14.95
  I Am
A compilation based on Jean Klein's dialogues with gathered groups in Souvion, Greece and London, England in the early '90's. Soft cover/151pp
#1171     $12.95
  Beyond Knowledge
"What is important in your life is to realize that the asker is the answer... the seeker is the found." To read these dialogues is to enter into a scale of inquiry and clarity...it carries one through to the end of thought and to the beginning of self-knowledge. Soft cover/155p
#1174     $14.95
  Transmission of the Flame
"Your suffering is fundamentally because you feel yourself isolated. The moment you objectify yourself you are contracted. But be careful about taking yourself for nothing! Taking yourself for nothing is also something." —from the book Soft cover/267 pp
#1170     $14.95
  Who Am I? —The Sacred Quest
In this book, dialogues with the Advaita Vedanta Master cover diverse topics, including: "The Nature of Thinking," "The Art of Listening," "Meditation," "Discernment," and a "Conversation on Art." Soft cover/136pp
#1172     $13.95
  Open to the Unknown
More dialogues with Jean Klein in Delphi, Greece in 1990. Soft cover/125pp
#1175     $12.95

Video

  Discovering the Current of Love
Jean Klein with Lilias Folan (VIDEO)
Lilias's interview of Jean Klein gives an exciting new glimpse into the real meaning of self-knowledge. color video/60 min
#V112     $29.95
  The Flame of Being
Jean Klein with Michael Toms (VIDEO)
Toms' thoughtful questions encourage Dr.Klein to go deeper and deeper into the fundamental issues that confront anyone searching for the truth. color video/60 min
#V119     $29.95

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  Atma Darshan —At the Ultimate
Sri Atmananda
Sri Atmananda (Krishna Menon) is highly respected as one of the great Advaita masters. This Vedantic work is in verse form. It contains several modes of approach to revealing Reality and the realization of Truth. Soft cover/40pp
#1003     $9.00
  Atmananda Tattwa Samhita —The Direct Approach to Truth as Expounded by Sri Atmananda
Sri Atmananda
Compelling dialogues between Sri Atmananda and his disciples. Soft cover/225pp
#1010A     $18.00
  Atma Nirvriti —Freedom and Felicity in the Self
Sri Atmananda
Some of the subjects dealt with in Atma Darshan, an earlier work, are made clearer and others are treated from different angles of vision. This work is meant for those who want to steady their knowledge of Truth gained from Atma Darshan and thereby gain lasting peace. Soft cover/40pp
#1004     $9.00
  Atmatattwam
Sri Atmananda (Krishna Menon)
Another title in the tradition of Krishna Menon, one of the great Advaita masters, and his quest for Truth and lasting peace.
#1011     $22.00
  Atmaswarupam —One's Own Real Nature
Sri Adwayananda (Padmanabha Menon)
Sri Adwayananda (the elder son and disciple of Sri Atmananda) answers some of the basic questions in life and expounds upon the nature of happiness, knowledge and beauty from an Advaitic perspective. These talks were recorded by the National Centre for the Performing Arts, India, for its archives. Soft cover/59pp
#1010     $9.00

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On Having No Head —Zen and the Rediscovery of the Obvious
Harding describes his first experience of 'headlessness,' an instantaneous 'waking up' and becoming more aware of oneself and the world. Includes a foreword by Huston Smith. Soft cover/81pp
#B1008     $9.95

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Look For Yourself—The Science and Art of Self-Realization
Foreword by Robert Powell
A wide selection of essays by the author of On Having No Head points directly back to you, the reader. It is a heartfelt challenge to awaken to your true identity, which, as Harding demonstrates, is more wonderful than any of us can imagine. Soft cover/236pp
#B1009    $16.95

Video

  On Having No Head—Seeing One's Original Nature (VIDEO)
In this video, Harding uses a variety of 'experiments' to help lead us to the peace and happiness that is the very nature of our being. VHS 60 min.
#V116     $29.95

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A Cry in the Desert —The Awakening of Byron Katie
Christin Lore Weber
The remarkable true story of a woman from Barstow, California, who, without any exposure to formal spiritual teaching or meditation, came to the realization there was no individual as she awoke to her own Being.
Soft cover/214pp

#1247

Out of print - Publisher has no plans to reprint at this time

  Losing the Moon Byron Katie Dialogues on Non-Duality, Truth, and Other Illusions
Ellen Mack, Editor
Hot off the press. This is the most recent compilation based on interviews and conversations with Byron Katie.
Soft cover/176pp

#1248
Out of print - Publisher has no plans to reprint at this time   

Other Advaita Texts

 

Avadhoota Gita
S. Mokashi-Punekar, Ed.
Shree Purohit Swami

An ancient, unconventional holy book respected by all monistic Vedantins in general and Nathists in particular. Besides being revolutionary in philosophy, it is a sublime impetuous song. Hardcover/199pp
#S9014     $12.95
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Collision with the Infinite —A Life Beyond the Personal Self
Suzanne Segal
The true story of a young American woman who unexpectedly found herself egoless, stripped of any sense of personal self, and what such a terrifying event meant to her when it crashed into her everyday life. One of Blue Dove Press' most popular books.
#BD12     $14.00

 

Nirguna Manasa Puja —Worship of the Attributeless One in the Mind
Sri Sankara, Translated by Dr. H. Ramamoorthy with the assistance of Master Nome
A dialogue between Sankara and a disciple, in which the Guru expounds upon the supreme significance of surrender to Brahman. Soft cover/72pp
#1008     $7.00

  The Ribhu Gita
Translated by Dr. H. Ramamoorthy with the assistance of Master Nome

The first English translation from the original Sanskrit Indian epic Sivarahasya, primarily devoted to the glory of Lord Siva and expounded in the Upanishads by the Sage Ribhu. Sri Ramana Maharshi often said that the Ribhu Gita should be read and studied regularly. Hardcover/396pp (Indian edition)
#0134      $34.95
  The Concise Yoga of Vasistha
Swami Venkatesananda
A clear, provocative summary of one of the leading texts of Hinduism. It's packed with wisdom, stories, and illustrations that clarify and elaborate on the teachings of the sage Vasistha. None of the verve of the original text is lost in this edition. Soft cover/430pp (Hardcover available)
#1013    $26.95
  Vasistha's Yoga
Swami Venkatesananda
Not only is this the classic exposition of an important Advaita text, the supple translation is widely regarded as a classic in its own right. A wonderfully rich book on the wisdom which is yoga. Highly recommended. Hardcover/768pp
#1014     $29.95