Abhinavagupta's Commentary on the "Bhagavad-Gita"1 review
Boris Marjanovic

Indica Books, 2002

The Bhagavad Gita for Yogis

This version of the Bhagavad Gita is superbly translated and contains an extensive commentary by the philosopher and Siddha of Kashmir Shaivism: Abhinavagupta. If you want to know the real meaning of the Gita as transmitted by a person of true spiritual accomplishment, this is the only Gita you ...
  
  











  



  
The Splendor of Recognition: An Exploration of the Pratyabhijna-hrdayam, a Text on the Ancient Science ...
Swami Shantananda, Peggy Bendet

Siddha Yoga Publications, 2003

Unique in its combination of scriptural erudition and experiential wisdom, this book makes accessible the true philosophy of Tantra and Kashmir Shaivism for dedicated students of yoga and Eastern philosophy.
  
  











  



  
The Yoga of Breath: A Step-by-Step Guide to Pranayama7 reviews
Richard Rosen

Shambhala, 2002

one of a kind - the book that fills a void

+ wonderful book - beautiful instruction

Just as Light on Yoga can be a bit daunting to the beginning yoga student, so Light on Pranayama can feel overwhelming to those trying to incorporate a home practice of pranayama. Having practiced Iyengar yoga for seven years but still finding it challenging to incorporate a regular home pranayama ...
  
  











  



  
The Concise Ramayana of Valmiki1 review
Swami Venkatesananda

State University of New York Press, 1989

First Rate Translations

If you're interested at all in translations of the ancient scriptures of the Hindu tradition, any by Swami Venkatesananda are more than worth the read. And, this translation of the Ramayana is certainly no exception. It's a wonderful read and he's divided the context into 365 segments making for ...
  
  











  



  
The Heart of Meditation: Pathways to a Deeper Experience21 reviews
Swami Durgananda

Siddha Yoga Publications, 2002

Incredibly helpful

+ Guru in a book
+ Perfect text for meditation teachers.
+ Moving reading to support your practice
+ This book is helpful
  
  











  



  
The Aphorisms of Siva: The Siva Sutra With Bhaskara's Commentary, the Varttika (Suny Series in Tantric ...
Bhaskara

State University of New York Press, 1992
  
  











  



  
The Bhagavad Gita (Suny Series in Cultural Perspectives)17 reviews

State University of New York Press, 1994

Best translation of Bhagavad Gita!

+ May God Bless Sargeant W
+ scholarly
+ An excellent interlinear translation.
  
  











  



  
The Mahabharata9 reviews

Columbia University Press, 1997

In response to Rick's Question

+ Thanks
+ the Pandavas and the Kauravas

Relationships in Indian Culture are somewhat different than in Western Culture...First Cousins are often times regarded as brothers and sisters. Similarly, Yudhistra looked to his own grandfather's half brother (Bishma), as his own grandfather.
  
  











  



  
Scientific Keys Volume I: The Key Muscles of Hatha Yoga10 reviews
Ray Long

Bandha Yoga, 2006

The Secret to an A + in Anatomy !

+ A more inspiring, beautiful, and practical anatomy text does not exist
+ The graphics are clear and very easy to learn the entire body!
+ Best instructions for a Yoga practicionar or Yoga teacher
+ Excellent resource for Yoga
  
  











  



  
Tantra: Path of Ecstasy10 reviews
Georg Feuerstein

Shambhala, 1998

A 'primer' coat of many colors

+ So much more to Tantra
+ tantra insight for the 'western' mond.
+ A Well of Knowledge
+ A Foundation to grow from
  
  











  



  
Light on Yoga: The Bible of Modern Yoga...82 reviews
B. K. S. Iyengar

Schocken, 1995

If you have one comprehensive book on yoga this should be it.

+ Iyengar Yoga
+ Great Choice
+ It's what Robert's Rules of Order is to parliamentary bodies
+ If you are interested in yoga this is a must
  
  











  



  
Upanisads (Oxford World's Classics)10 reviews

Oxford University Press, USA, 1998

The gold standard

+ In No Way Challenged by Roebuck's Newer Penguin Translation
+ Good introduction to the Upanishads

Professor Olivelle is a great scholar - no doubt one of the most highly respected Sanskritists and prolific translators of our time. As such, it should be no surprise to find that his translation of the Upanisads is the best currently available, and will likely remain so for quite some time. The ...
  
  











  



  
Meditate: Happiness Lies Within You5 reviews
Swami Muktananda

Siddha Yoga Publications, 1999

Essential!

+ It has removed a veil to me
+ Simple, beautiful, accessible
+ Excellent, but not universal
  
  











  



  
Tantric Yoga and the Wisdom Goddesses6 reviews
David Frawley

Lotus Press, 1994

Inner workings of the real Tantra

+ important text for understanding tantra
+ Tantra should not be taught by a book!
+ Excellent overview of Hindu Tantra
  
  











  



  
Tantric Yoga and the Wisdom Goddesses6 reviews
David Frawley

Lotus Press, 1994

Inner workings of the real Tantra

+ important text for understanding tantra
+ Tantra should not be taught by a book!
+ Excellent overview of Hindu Tantra
  
  











  



  
Upanisads (Oxford World's Classics)10 reviews

Oxford University Press, USA, 1998

The gold standard

+ In No Way Challenged by Roebuck's Newer Penguin Translation
+ Good introduction to the Upanishads

Professor Olivelle is a great scholar - no doubt one of the most highly respected Sanskritists and prolific translators of our time. As such, it should be no surprise to find that his translation of the Upanisads is the best currently available, and will likely remain so for quite some time. The ...
  
  











  



  
Meditate: Happiness Lies Within You5 reviews
Swami Muktananda

Siddha Yoga Publications, 1999

Essential!

+ It has removed a veil to me
+ Simple, beautiful, accessible
+ Excellent, but not universal
  
  











  



  
The Mahabharata9 reviews

Columbia University Press, 1997

In response to Rick's Question

+ Thanks
+ the Pandavas and the Kauravas

Relationships in Indian Culture are somewhat different than in Western Culture...First Cousins are often times regarded as brothers and sisters. Similarly, Yudhistra looked to his own grandfather's half brother (Bishma), as his own grandfather.
  
  











  



  
The Yoga of Breath: A Step-by-Step Guide to Pranayama7 reviews
Richard Rosen

Shambhala, 2002

one of a kind - the book that fills a void

+ wonderful book - beautiful instruction

Just as Light on Yoga can be a bit daunting to the beginning yoga student, so Light on Pranayama can feel overwhelming to those trying to incorporate a home practice of pranayama. Having practiced Iyengar yoga for seven years but still finding it challenging to incorporate a regular home pranayama ...
  
  











  



  
The Splendor of Recognition: An Exploration of the Pratyabhijna-hrdayam, a Text on the Ancient Science ...
Swami Shantananda, Peggy Bendet

Siddha Yoga Publications, 2003

Unique in its combination of scriptural erudition and experiential wisdom, this book makes accessible the true philosophy of Tantra and Kashmir Shaivism for dedicated students of yoga and Eastern philosophy.