Part 7

“The Swâmi Abhedânanda’s writings are also companionable and readable.... The Philosophy of India, being the bringing together of the best thoughts and reasonings of the best men for the thousands of preceding years, had under consideration the self-same problems that are to-day vexing the souls of our philosophers. The Swâmi’s book is therefore not so radical a departure from accepted thought as might at first be imagined.... It is not meat for babes, but rather will it give new lines of thought to the brightest intellects.”--Transcript, Boston, Aug., 1903.

“His method of dealing with these fundamental questions is peculiarly free both from dogmatic assertion and from pure metaphysical speculation.”--Inter-Ocean, Chicago, Aug., 1903.

“He bases his arguments, not on theological hypotheses, but on scientific facts.”--Cleveland Plain Dealer, Aug., 1903.

“It is written in a plain and logical style, and cannot fail to interest all who are anxious for information concerning the philosophy of which the author is such an able exponent.”--Times, Pittsburg, June, 1903.

“A glance over a few of its pages would be sufficient to convince the reader that he is in the presence of an intellect of high order, more thoroughly conversant with the philosophies and sciences of the Occidental world than most Europeans or Americans.... The ‘Divine Heritage of Man’ gives a rare insight into the religious views of educated Hindoos and its argumentation furnishes an intellectual treat.”--Chronicle, San Francisco, Aug., 1903.

“Fully cognizant of modern scientific discoveries, the author treats his subject broadly.”--Bookseller, Newsdealer, and Publisher, New York, Aug., 1903.

“The student of religions will find much of value in the discourses, since they are full of historical information concerning the origin and growth of certain ideas and beliefs dominant in Christianity.”--Republican, Denver, July, 1903.

“There is no disposition on the part of the author to assail any of the Christian principles, but he simply presents his subject with calmness, not attempting to reconcile religion and science, for to him they are one.”--Washington Post, June, 1903.

How to be a Yogi.

I. Introductory. II. What is Yoga? III. Science of Breathing. IV. Was Christ a Yogi?

12mo, 188 pages. Cloth, $1.00. Postage, 8 cents.

“For Christians interested in foreign missions this book is of moment, as showing the method of reasoning which they must be prepared to meet if they are to influence the educated Hindu. To the Orientalist, and the philosopher also, the book is not without interest.... Swâmi Abhedânanda preaches no mushroom creed and no Eurasian hybrid ‘theosophy.’ He aims to give us a compendious account of Yoga. Clearly and admirably he performs his task. In form the little bank is excellent, and its English style is good.”--New York Times Saturday Review of Books, Dec. 6, 1902.

“‘How to be a Yogi’ is a little volume that makes very interesting reading. The book contains the directions that must be followed in physical as well as in mental training by one who wishes to have full and perfect control of all his powers.”--Record-Herald, Chicago, Feb. 28, 1903.

“The Swâmi writes in a clear, direct manner. His chapter on Breath will elicit more than ordinary attention, as there is much in it that will prove helpful. The book makes a valuable addition to Vedânta Philosophy.”--Mind, June, 1903.

“The book is calculated to interest the student of Oriental thought and familiarize the unread with one of the greatest philosophical systems of the world.”--Buffalo Courier, Nov. 23, 1902.

“‘How to be a Yogi’ practically sums up the whole science of Vedânta Philosophy. The term Yogi is lucidly defined and a full analysis is given of the science of breathing and its bearing on the highest spiritual development. The methods and practices of Yoga are interestingly set forth, and not the least important teaching of the book is the assertion of how great a Yogi was Jesus of Nazareth.”--The Bookseller, Newsdealer and Stationer, Jan. 15, 1903.

“This book is well worth a careful reading. Condensed, yet clear and concise, it fills one with the desire to emulate these Yogis in attaining spiritual perfection.”--Unity, Kansas City, Dec., 1902.

Religion of Vedânta

Pamphlet printed for free distribution. 12mo, 8 pages. $1.00 for 150.

NEW BOOK BY SWÂMI ABHEDÂNANDA

Self-Knowledge (Atma-Jnâna.)

Cloth, $1.00. Postage, 8 cents. Portrait of author, frontispiece.

CONTENTS.

I. Spirit and Matter. II. Knowledge of the Self. III. Prâna and the Self. IV. Search after the Self. V. Realization of the Self. VI. Immortality and the Self.

“So practically and exhaustively is each phase of the subject treated that it may well serve as a text-book for any one striving for self-development and a deeper understanding of human nature.”--Toronto Saturday Night, Dec., 1905.

“It will also be welcomed by students of the Vedic Scriptures, since each chapter is based upon some one of the ancient Vedas known as the Upanishads, and many passages are quoted.”--Chicago Inter-Ocean, Jan., 1906.

“The book, from the gifted pen of the head of the Vedânta Society of New York, presents in a clear manner, calculated to arrest the attention of those not yet familiar with Vedic literature, the principles of self-knowledge as taught by the leaders of that philosophy.... The many passages quoted prove the profound wisdom and practical teaching contained in the early Hindu Scriptures.”--Washington Evening Star, Dec., 1905.

“A new book which will be welcome to students of Truth, whether it be found in the Eastern religions, in modern thought or elsewhere.”--Unity, Nov., 1905.