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# 4.8/5 from 497 reviews Ancient spiritual wisdom Top #55 in Sacred Hindu Writings Astavakra Samhita

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> 📖 Unlock the rare jewel of pure truth—are you ready to transcend?

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## Key Features

- • **Elite Bestseller Status:** Ranked #55 among Sacred Hindu Writings, a must-have for serious seekers and thought leaders.
- • **Authentic Used Condition:** Carefully preserved used copy offering an affordable gateway to profound self-inquiry.
- • **Transformative Potential:** Join the rare few who integrate this truth into life and experience genuine freedom.
- • **Timeless Spiritual Mastery:** Dive deep into the purest Advaita philosophy that transforms beyond surface-level reading.
- • **Unmatched Philosophical Depth:** Not for casual readers—this text demands and rewards true existential engagement.

## Overview

Astavakra Samhita is a revered ancient text in Advaita Vedanta philosophy, ranked #55 in Sacred Hindu Writings with a stellar 4.8-star rating from nearly 500 readers. This used edition offers a profound, unfiltered exposition on self-realization and freedom, ideal for dedicated spiritual practitioners seeking transformative insight beyond popular scriptures.

## Description

desertcart.com: Astavakra Samhita: 9788185301136: Nityaswarupananda, Swami: Books

Review: the astavakra gita is a pinnacle of Sanātana Dharma - the astavakra gita is a pinnacle of Sanātana Dharma ineffable and sublime, the truth presented by this exposition is a great and shining jewel. the astavakra gita is also a Nididhyasana text, it is not for someone with a mild curiosity about the topic, but rather, for one who is engaged in a path of transformation and self-inquiry; that is to say, it's not something to read just with eyes and a brain, but, rather, with reflecting upon the entirety of one's being.
Review: "Purest Expression of the Truth" - If you are new to advaita philosophy or are looking for a poetic, refreshing/uplifting message paralleling say more popular Hindu texts such as Bhagavad Gita, Astavakra Samhita is not for you. This text is the purest expression of the truth and one's personal biases and motivations can't take advantage of this text. A more popular text like the Bhagavad Gita allows for multiple commentaries and perspectives. Gandhi can make use of it for encouraging people to take action. Jnana yogis can use Bhagavad Gita for their purposes and so can proponents of Bhakti. But, Astavakra's message has little to no commentaries because it is one the purest expressions of the truth. It tells you to realize that you are free....that you are immortal, blissful here and now. Where will your mind go after reading such a message.... one, you will either read it and then forget about it because the message of this text is too pure and powerful for your mind (and 99% of people's minds) to grasp, and you cannot use this message to meet your poetic, doctrinal, orthopraxy needs. two, you will psychologically/intellectually think you are free and/or continue you're life untransformed in which case this text will serve no practical purpose for you. Certainly though, you can have good understanding of advaita philosophy. three, you will be actually transformed just like Janaka was upon hearing Astavakra's text. This text is pure expression of truth which in theory is realized, as according to Astavakra, but very few can realize it the way Janaka realizes it by simply hearing it by Astavakra. Perhaps one in hundreds of millions of people can the way Janaka does. The key for most of us that fall under the "two" category is to integrate this philosophy into our meditation and spiritual practices to slowly establish "being free", that is to be established in pure consciousness. If you can or atleast try to integrate this message of this text into your life practically/existentially, there is immense potential.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #91,110 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #50 in Sacred Hindu Writings |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (497) |
| Dimensions  | 4.75 x 0.5 x 7 inches |
| ISBN-10  | 8185301131 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-8185301136 |
| Item Weight  | 6.3 ounces |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 200 pages |
| Publication date  | September 30, 2008 |
| Publisher  | Vedanta Pr |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ the astavakra gita is a pinnacle of Sanātana Dharma
*by A***R on January 10, 2025*

the astavakra gita is a pinnacle of Sanātana Dharma ineffable and sublime, the truth presented by this exposition is a great and shining jewel. the astavakra gita is also a Nididhyasana text, it is not for someone with a mild curiosity about the topic, but rather, for one who is engaged in a path of transformation and self-inquiry; that is to say, it's not something to read just with eyes and a brain, but, rather, with reflecting upon the entirety of one's being.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Purest Expression of the Truth"
*by R***B on December 23, 2010*

If you are new to advaita philosophy or are looking for a poetic, refreshing/uplifting message paralleling say more popular Hindu texts such as Bhagavad Gita, Astavakra Samhita is not for you. This text is the purest expression of the truth and one's personal biases and motivations can't take advantage of this text. A more popular text like the Bhagavad Gita allows for multiple commentaries and perspectives. Gandhi can make use of it for encouraging people to take action. Jnana yogis can use Bhagavad Gita for their purposes and so can proponents of Bhakti. But, Astavakra's message has little to no commentaries because it is one the purest expressions of the truth. It tells you to realize that you are free....that you are immortal, blissful here and now. Where will your mind go after reading such a message.... one, you will either read it and then forget about it because the message of this text is too pure and powerful for your mind (and 99% of people's minds) to grasp, and you cannot use this message to meet your poetic, doctrinal, orthopraxy needs. two, you will psychologically/intellectually think you are free and/or continue you're life untransformed in which case this text will serve no practical purpose for you. Certainly though, you can have good understanding of advaita philosophy. three, you will be actually transformed just like Janaka was upon hearing Astavakra's text. This text is pure expression of truth which in theory is realized, as according to Astavakra, but very few can realize it the way Janaka realizes it by simply hearing it by Astavakra. Perhaps one in hundreds of millions of people can the way Janaka does. The key for most of us that fall under the "two" category is to integrate this philosophy into our meditation and spiritual practices to slowly establish "being free", that is to be established in pure consciousness. If you can or atleast try to integrate this message of this text into your life practically/existentially, there is immense potential.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Essential Read in Indian Spirituality
*by B***T on June 25, 2018*

This is an easy and thoroughly enjoyable read, the best translation available. There is also a parallel with the Sanskrit throughout if you're the scholarly type. It is a very short read, it won't take you more than a few days to finish. When I was trying to explore more Advaita Vedanta philosophy, this text was by far the most recommended next to the Avadhuta Gita. This text will teach you more about the nature of liberation, or moksha rather.

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