ABSTRACT

Hindu Mysticism provides an engaging introduction to the various mystical traditions that evolved over the centuries in India, including the sacrificial (Vedic), Upanishadic, Yogic, Buddhist, Classical Bhakti (Devotional) and Popular Bhakti. Given its sweeping scope, the text also serves as a useful overview to Indian thought for newcomers to this ancient philosophical and spiritual tradition.

chapter I|12 pages

Introduction to the Upaniṣads

chapter II|34 pages

Phases of Immediate Experience

chapter III|33 pages

The Upaniṣadic View of Truth

chapter IV|9 pages

The Delight Supernal

chapter V|6 pages

Truth and Value

chapter VI|10 pages

The Immanent and the Transcendent

chapter VII|30 pages

“That Thou Art”

chapter IX|20 pages

Phases of Dynamic Divine

chapter X|11 pages

Esoteric Realizations

chapter XI|7 pages

The One and the Many

chapter XII|9 pages

Two Attitudes

chapter XIII|14 pages

Time and Spiritual Life

chapter XIV|7 pages

Esoteric and Exoteric Knowledge

chapter XV|12 pages

Two Paths

chapter XVI|10 pages

The Five Sheaths 1

chapter XVII|9 pages

Symbolism

chapter XVIII|16 pages

Rhythm of Life and the States of Consciousness

chapter XIX|8 pages

Abode of Brahman

chapter XX|4 pages

Negative Path

chapter XXI|18 pages

Self as Percipience

chapter XXII|3 pages

Psychism and Knowledge

chapter XXIII|7 pages

Life Through Four Stages

chapter XXIV|9 pages

The Wise Man

chapter XXV|2 pages

Ways of Exit

chapter XXVI|5 pages

Release