socially involved renunciate, The
Book Description
Discover a profound spiritual teaching that challenges conventional wisdom about the path to enlightenment. The Socially Involved Renunciate presents an illuminating exploration of the Siddh Gost, a cornerstone text of Sikh philosophy that offers a revolutionary approach to spiritual liberation.
At the heart of this work lies a fascinating dialogue between Guru Nanak, the revered founder of Sikhism, and a group of Nath yogis devoted to rigorous ascetic practices. Through their exchange, readers encounter a spiritual vision that stands apart from other Indian religious traditions by rejecting the notion that withdrawal from worldly life is necessary for spiritual advancement.
Kamala Elizabeth Nayar presents both scholarly analysis and an original English translation of this medieval text, making its wisdom accessible to contemporary seekers. The book reveals how Guru Nanak masterfully bridges what many consider irreconcilable opposites: the contemplative life of the renunciate and the engaged existence of the householder.
Rather than demanding retreat from society, this spiritual path demonstrates how meaningful involvement in the world can become a vehicle for liberation. The ethical teachings within offer practical guidance for those seeking spiritual growth while maintaining their responsibilities to family, community, and society.
For readers drawn to spiritual traditions that honor both inner development and outer service, this work provides valuable insights into a distinctive approach to enlightenment that embraces rather than abandons the social world.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Short (< 200 pages) (~5 hours)
🕉️ Tradition: Comparative Religion
📄 Length: 181 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Film theory & criticism
- ✓ Explore timeless philosophical wisdom
- ✓ Explore Asceticism
- ✓ Explore Spiritual life
- ✓ Explore Religion
- ✓ Explore Sikhism
- ✓ Explore Nātha sect
- ✓ Explore Mokṣa
