path to the Guru, The
the science of self-realization according to the Bhagavad …
Scott Teitsworth
342 pages | ~10 hrs
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the science of self-realization according to the Bhagavad Gita
By Scott Teitsworth
In this profound exploration of spiritual development, Scott Teitsworth draws upon four decades of intensive study to reveal the transformative wisdom embedded within the Bhagavad Gita's opening chapters. Rather than presenting another devotional interpretation, this work uncovers the scientific methodology for personal growth that Krishna offers to the conflicted warrior Arjuna.
Teitsworth demonstrates how the Gita serves as essential preparation for authentic spiritual mentorship, emphasizing discernment and healthy skepticism over blind submission. Through careful verse-by-verse analysis, he shows how Krishna's teachings provide practical tools for overcoming fear-based living and reconnecting with our suppressed inner wisdom. The author reveals that Arjuna's doubts mirror our universal human condition: born free yet gradually constrained by societal expectations that disconnect us from our authentic nature.
This examination goes beyond traditional religious commentary to present the Gita as a manual for psychological liberation. Teitsworth explores how Krishna's guidance helps navigate life's inevitable conflicts while transcending simplistic notions of good versus evil. The work restores the fearless investigative spirit of ancient sages who, like modern scientists, valued questioning as a pathway to truth.
Readers seeking genuine spiritual maturity will discover how the Gita prepares them for meaningful teacher-student relationships while offering guidance for constructing a life of genuine significance and sovereign adulthood. This book bridges ancient wisdom with contemporary understanding of personal development.
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Spiritual life
- ✓ Explore Bhagavadgītā
- ✓ Explore yoga philosophy and practice
- ✓ Understand the nature of mind
- ✓ Explore Bhagavadgita
- ✓ Explore Religious literature, history and criticism
- ✓ Understand Hindu philosophy and traditions
- ✓ Explore Hinduism
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Details
- Published
- 2014
- Publisher
- Inner Traditions
- ISBN-13
- 9781620553213
- ISBN-10
- 162055321X
- Pages
- 342
- Language
- EN
