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Light of the Spirit Press presents the best in practical spiritual reading. From our “Dharma for Awakening” series (practical commentaries on the world’s scriptures) to books on how to meditate and live a successful spiritual life, you will find books that are informative, helpful, and even entertaining.
Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom. This site offers you a wealth of practical and thought-provoking books about the Oriental origins of Christianity, the simple and classic tradition of Yoga and the Yoga Life, the practical messages of the Bhagavad Gita and other scriptures, and much more.
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Our Newest Book: An Eagle’s Flight–A Yogi’s Spiritual Autobiography
An Eagle’s Flight: A Yogi’s Spiritual Autobiography is the life story of Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Abbot George Burke), which one reviewer said ‘Rivals Yogananda’s “Autobiography of a Yogi.”‘
An Eagle’s Flight offers a fascinating journey of a religious Western youth of the 1960s venturing into the profound realms of Eastern philosophy and mysticism.
Swami Nirmalananda’s journey is deeply personal, yet universal, offering truth seekers a mirror to their own struggles and joys on the spiritual path.
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Best Sellers from Light of the Spirit Press
Soham Yoga: The Yoga of the Self
"This Soham meditation has been the most simple, effective kind of meditation I have practiced. Everything one needs to learn and practice Soham meditation is in this book."
–Arnold Van Wie
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Bio-Magnetic Therapy
"Coupled with simple, but helpful illustrations, and the fact that it is written in an easily understood and friendly first person tone, I found this to be one of the most enjoyable instructional books I've ever read."
-D. J. Sommerville
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The Christ of India
"This book was so well written and informative, that I read it in one day. Abbot George has such an insightful, intuitive grasp of his subject matter and presents it so eloquently that you will not be able to put it down."
–Stanley Wroblewski
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Bhagavad Gita for Awakening
"[Swamiji] enthusiastically explores the story as a means for knowing oneself, the cosmos, & one's calling within it. His plainspoken insights often distill complex lessons with simplicity & sagacity."
–Publisher's Weekly
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Gospel of Thomas for Awakening
"An extraordinary work of theological commentary, The Gospel of Thomas for Awakening is as informed and informative as it is inspired and inspiring."
–James A. Cox, Editor-in-Chief, Midwest Book Review
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Recent Books from Light of the Spirit Press
Discover the Forgotten Christian Classic That Reveals the Non-Dual Heart of Christ’s Teaching
Theologia Germanica is one of the purest expressions of Christian non-dualism ever written. In this illuminating commentary, Swami Nirmalananda Giri — a monk deeply rooted in both Christian mysticism and the wisdom of India — unveils its timeless message: the false self must die for the divine Self to be known — a truth as central to Advaita Vedanta as it is to the teachings of Jesus.
Spirit & Life: The Four Gospels for Awakening offers a powerful, practical commentary on a harmony of the Gospels, and is not a mere biography but a spiritual revelation consisting of both the life and the teachings of Jesus.
The author, as someone who has a background in both Christianity and Hinduism (Sanatana Dharma), gives an analysis which is a synthesis of western and eastern perspectives
With clarity and reverence, the author examines the inner meaning of the canonical Gospels, unveiling their universal message of illumination, liberation, and union with God.
About the Author:
Swami Nirmalananda Giri
Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Abbot George Burke) is the founder and director of Atma Jyoti Ashram (Light of the Spirit Monastery) in Cedar Crest, New Mexico, USA.
Also Available As E-Books
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Our most popular book is The Christ of India: The Story of Original Christianity, with over 300 5-star ratings at Amazon.
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What the Critics Say:
James A. Cox
Editor-in-Chief, Midwest Book Review
Swami Nirmalananda’s writing is "as informed and informative as it is inspired and inspiring"
Reverend Gerry Nangle
President of Johrei Fellowship
"[His] writing is well crafted and stocked with anecdotes, humor, literary references, and beautiful quotes... I found it to be entertaining as well as illuminating."
Anna Hourihan
Publisher/Editor at Vedantic Shores Press.
"Highly recommended for earnest spiritual aspirant, especially those who might need a prod to keep them moving."
