Book of prayers
Book Description
Throughout four decades of spiritual leadership, Mahatma Gandhi carefully assembled a remarkable collection of sacred verses that transcended religious boundaries. This unique prayer book emerged from his daily practice of conducting group worship services twice each day within the religious communities he established and guided.
Drawing from the rich spiritual traditions of Hinduism, Christianity, Islam, Jainism, and Sikhism, Gandhi selected hymns and prayers that spoke to the universal human longing for divine connection. His compilation represents some of the most deeply moving sacred literature from these diverse faith traditions, woven together into a cohesive spiritual resource.
In 1930, Gandhi personally translated these carefully chosen texts into English, creating this collection for a British follower who sought to understand his spiritual practices. The result is an intimate window into the prayer life of one of history's most influential spiritual leaders, revealing how he found common ground among the world's great religious traditions.
This American edition makes Gandhi's interfaith prayer collection accessible to contemporary seekers exploring the connections between different spiritual paths. The book offers readers an opportunity to experience the same sacred texts that guided Gandhi's daily spiritual practice, providing a foundation for personal reflection and group worship that honors the wisdom found across religious boundaries.
Who Is This For?
š Reading Level: Short (< 200 pages) (~4 hours)
š Length: 157 pages
What You'll Discover
- ā Explore Islam
- ā Deepen your prayer practice
- ā Understand Hindu philosophy and traditions
