ABSTRACT

Originally published in 1952.

This volume, by discussing significant insights of Hinduism and Buddhism, answers the question "What is the meaning of life?" It illustrates the importance of Buddhist and Hindu teachings and their relevance to the West, as well as clarifying some of the religious and philosophical problems Western readers must grapple with.

 

 

chapter Chapter One|11 pages

The Perennial Pilgrimage

chapter Chapter Two|20 pages

Ancient India Looks at Life

chapter Chapter Three|16 pages

The Nature of the Self

chapter Chapter Four|11 pages

The Art of Yoga

chapter Chapter Five|19 pages

Teachings of the Bhagavad Gita

chapter Chapter Six|20 pages

Teachings of Early Buddhism

chapter Chapter Seven|23 pages

On Finding the Way

chapter Chapter Eight|24 pages

Others Seek the Way of the Buddha

chapter Chapter Nine|13 pages

Towards a Larger Fellowship