Description
- Author : Daaji (Kamlesh Patel)
- Publication: November 2021
- Publication : Red Panda
- Price : 250
- ISBN : 9789395073752
- Genre : Non-fiction
- Pages : 132
- Binding : Paperback
- Lang : English
ABOUT THE BOOK
UNEARTH THE PHILOSOPHY AND LEARNINGS OF INDIAN SCRIPTURES WITH
25 CAPTIVATING STORIES RETOLD BY SPIRITUAL LEADER DAAJI
A young boy who met the Lord of Death, a king who pleaded a cart driver to teach him lessons of life and thunder who left a message for the gods, demons and humans. Curious, aren’t you? These stories and many more form the heart of the Vedas and Upanishads, one of the oldest written Hindu texts. Daaji’s keen curatorial selection brings an array of ancient tales of adventure, quests and wisdom. He engages with the narratives and simplifies the ancient wisdom to make it understandable and at the same time feed the imagination of children and
set them on a path to self-discovery.
These stories provide insights into the mind, heart and consciousness of human beings and their relationships with others. They are intended to leave children with life lessons to be cherished through their lives.
This book is an excellent place for young minds to start learning about the fascinating Vedic era with stories that are relevant for anyone who is interested in understand the meaning of life. Accompanied by Gayatri Panchpade’s charming illustrations, this is an easy-tounderstand introduction to the otherwise complex world of ancient Hindu text and literature.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Known widely as Daaji, Kamlesh Patel is an original voice in
an ancient tradition. His teachings arise from his personal
experience on the path of Heartfulness, while reflecting
his deep spirit of enquiry and respect for the world’s great
spiritual traditions and scientific advancements.
Daaji practised pharmacy in New York City for over three
decades before being named as the successor in a centuryold
lineage of spiritual masters. Fulfilling the many duties
of a modern-day guru, he extends his support to spiritual
seekers everywhere.
A self-professed student of spirituality, he devotes much of
his time and energy to research in the field of consciousness
and spirituality, approaching the subject with scientific
methodology—a practical approach that stems from his own
experience and mastery in the field.