
JNÂNA YOGA PART II SEVEN LECTURES
EDITOR’S PREFACE
INTRODUCTION
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Swami Vivekânanda’s lectures invite listeners on a thoughtful journey into the heart of Vedantic philosophy. Beginning with the ancient Sânkhya framework, he gently unpacks how the material world (Prakriti) and the eternal consciousness (Purusha) interrelate, laying a clear foundation for those curious about the roots of Indian metaphysics. His careful explanations bridge the gap between abstract theory and everyday experience, offering a fresh perspective on why the human mind instinctively seeks something beyond the merely visible.
The series then moves toward the unifying vision of Advaita, presenting the idea that all apparent diversity ultimately rests on a single, indivisible reality. Through vivid analogies and accessible language, the talks explore the concept of a “free soul” and the promise of a highest ideal that transcends ordinary thought. Listeners will come away with a deeper appreciation of how this timeless wisdom frames the quest for inner harmony, encouraging a reflective and open‑minded approach to the mysteries that lie beyond the senses.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (178K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Original publisher
New York: Vedânta Society, 1907.
Credits
Carla Foust, Bryan Ness and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Books project.)
Release date
2023-12-10
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1863–1902
Remembered for bringing Vedanta and Yoga to a global audience, this Indian monk became internationally known after his 1893 speeches at the World’s Parliament of Religions in Chicago. His writing combines spiritual depth with a practical call to strength, service, and self-belief.
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