
In this thoughtful series of lectures, the author unfolds a view of the universe where every visible form is an expression of invisible forces. By comparing the fall of an apple to the hidden pull of gravity, he shows how subtle energies shape the material world, from the seed of a plant to the human body. The discussion moves from the basic elements of matter to the intricate layers of the subtle body—mind, intellect, ego, and the five vital breaths—illustrating how each influences the physical shape we experience.
The speaker then ties these concepts to everyday life, explaining how every thought and deed leaves a fine imprint, or samskāra, that later awakens as desire and drives the cycle of rebirth. He presents reincarnation as a natural continuation of the subtle self, suggesting that understanding and refining these inner forces can alter future expressions without revealing any later twists in the narrative.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (118K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Dave Maddock, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team.
Release date
Jan 1, 2005
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1866–1939
A close disciple of Ramakrishna who helped bring Vedanta to Western audiences, he paired spiritual teaching with a gift for clear, thoughtful lectures. His life joined deep monastic practice with years of writing and public speaking in India, Europe, and the United States.
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