Destiny, Freedom, and the Soul

Author: Osho
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
ISBN: 1429937580
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 219

Book Description
One of the greatest spiritual teachers of the twentieth century shares his philosophy on self-discovery, free will, and the search for a place and purpose in life. “I myself am a question. I know not who I am. What to do? Where to go?”—Osho Destiny, Freedom, and the Soul: What Is the Meaning of Life? explores deeply human questions, such as: Is there really such a thing as “soul,” and if so, what is it? Where does the concept of karma fit in? Does my life have a special meaning or purpose? Osho challenges readers to examine and break free of the conditioned belief systems and prejudices that limit their capacity to enjoy life in all its richness. He has been described by the Sunday Times of London as one of the “1000 Makers of the 20th Century” and by Sunday Mid-Day (India) as one of the ten people—along with Gandhi, Nehru, and Buddha—who have changed the destiny of India. Since his death in 1990, the influence of his teachings continues to expand, reaching seekers of all ages in virtually every country of the world.

Biography: Freedom and Destiny

Author: Rudolf Steiner
Publisher: Rudolf Steiner Press
ISBN: 1855842998
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 264

Book Description
The path of an individual human life - our biography - is something of a mystery. Despite the abundance of published biographies and autobiographies of celebrities and historical figures, the scientific study of human biography remains in its infancy, with little understanding of the inherent laws in the path of an individual's life. Yet as Rudolf Steiner shows here, every biography, regardless of the individual's fame, perceived importance or outer success, is ruled by archetypal influences, patterns and laws. This broad-ranging anthology addresses some critical and as yet unanswered questions: What effects do education - and in particular contrasting education methods - have on later life? How do the various periods of life relate to each other? Do the effects of events on the individual become evident immediately, or is their true impact delayed - perhaps by decades? To what extent can an individual shape the stages of his or her biography? How much freedom of choice do we have, and how much of life is predetermined? Out of the higher knowledge Rudolf Steiner acquired from his spiritual research, he described the human individuality as a being with a continuing existence - before birth and beyond death. This eternal being experiences many varied conditions and situations, the effects of which are observable in our biography. This book addresses these and other issues such as freedom and destiny, the effects of heredity, illness, and the impact of education, offering answers based on a profound knowledge of the human being.

Freedom and Destiny

Author: Rollo May
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 9780393318425
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 292

Book Description
The popular psychoanalyst examines the continuing tension in our lives between the possibilities that freedom offers and the various limitations imposed upon us by our particular fate or destiny. "May is an existential analyst who deservedly enjoys a reputation among both general and critical readers as an accessible and insightful social and psychological theorist. . . . Freedom's characteristics, fruits, and problems; destiny's reality; death; and therapy's place in the confrontation between freedom and destiny are examined. . . . Poets, social critics, artists, and other thinkers are invoked appropriately to support May's theory of freedom and destiny's interdependence."—Library Journal "Especially instructive, even stunning, is Dr. May's willingness to respect mystery. . . .There is, too, at work throughout the book a disciplined yet relaxed clinical mind, inclined to celebrate . . . what Flannery O'Connor called 'mystery and manners,' and to do so in a tactful, meditative manner."—Robert Coles, America

Twists and Turns of Destiny

Author: Shyam Parashar
Publisher: Parashar
ISBN: 9780615734101
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 154

Book Description
The author comes from a family of freedom fighters who actively participated in India's independence struggle during last millennium in the nineteen forties, and has vivid memories of all that he has seen from his tender age of just five years. In this book he recalls this freedom struggle through all the happenings, ups and downs, in his life as well as those in the life of his parents and grandparents. He weaves this history and these events in the form of a biographical sketch that includes his late grandparents and parents. Towards the end the book, his own life's instances to date are chronicled, which essentially reflect his own twist and turn of destiny. Events are historically approximate and are based on observations and hearsay; hence no references are included. No one other than his own family members is identified or is referred to directly. Indirect implications of events are for readers to interpret themselves. No adverse remarks in any way are have been made against anyone, directly or indirectly, and no harm is intended to anyone. Hope readers will accept it with this background, and enjoy reading the book.

Sonia Gandhi

Author: Rani Singh
Publisher: Macmillan + ORM
ISBN: 0230340539
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 429

Book Description
Sonia Gandhi's story represents the greatest transformational journey made by any world leader in the last four decades. Circumstance and tragedy, rather than ambition, paved her path to power. Born into a traditional, middle-class Italian family, Sonia met and fell in love with Rajiv Gandhi, son of future Indian prime minister Indira Gandhi and grandson of Jawaharlal Nehru, while studying English in Cambridge. Cruelly tested by the assassinations of her mother-in-law and of her husband, Sonia grew into a strong, authoritative but always private figure, now president of a coalition ruling over a billion people in the world's largest democracy. Through exclusive interviews with members of Sonia's party, political opponents and family friends, Rani Singh casts new light on Sonia. In the first mainstream biography of this inspirational figure, the author's compelling narrative retraces the path of the brave and beautiful Sonia Gandhi, examining what her life and legacy mean for India.

Nehru

Author: Stanley A. Wolpert
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 576

Book Description
India's first seventeen years of independence were dominated by the goals and dynamic leadership of Jawaharlal Nehru. In this authoritative biography, a renowned expert on the history of India examines the life of the country's foremost politician.

Freedom and Destiny

Author: Patricia Uberoi
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN: 9780198060833
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 309

Book Description
The book looks at the impact of popular culture on everyday life in India. It examines the linkages between popular media, gender relations and family life.

Man of the People

Author: Peter Magubane
Publisher: Pan MacMillan
ISBN: 9781770100657
Category : Presidents
Languages : en
Pages : 204

Book Description
Man of the People documents the development of Mandela as a political leader, and also as a family man and friend. Magubane presents some of his most famous political photographs depicting Mandela as a leader through the various stages of the struggle.

Accelerate Your Destiny

Author: Henry A. Penix
Publisher: Pfc Pub
ISBN: 9780977296910
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 140

Book Description
Author shares personal experience of overcoming obstacles and living dream life so that average reader can implement. Special excerpts from author's wife throughout. Workbook included.

Men of Destiny

Author: Robert W. Pelton
Publisher: Infinity Pub
ISBN: 9780741436054
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 321

Book Description
Never to be forgotten names such as Madison, Washington, Jefferson, and Franklin are but a few included in this astounding gathering ? each a strong-willed individual, yet each with the same goals ? that of achieving freedom from an oppressor an ocean away; and the founding of a new nation; held together by a Constitution; and one designed to protect its citizens with a special, unheard of before, Bill of Rights.Never before done, the dream was to bear fruit as a result of their foresight. They believed, as do many today, that they were brought together by God