Living with the Himalayan Masters

I liked the analytical appraisal it provided- a self aware writing of the memoirs of spiritual discovery within the Himalayan tradition - reflecting very realistically human doubts and cynicism or the obstacle of a skeptical mind.These revelations of the life of the great sages can at times can be somewhat phantasmagoric and difficult to take in nevertheless the experiences become believable, plausible and small glimmers of inspiration on what must truly be the fifth dimension of understanding and far from our ordinary lives. It provides the crumbs to want to know much more - a persuasive gift of insight! It is purely descriptive however, and there is minimal guidance on how to - in what might well be described as occult practices. For good reason these are not imparted. Thank you Swami Rama despite the good and the not so good that has been said of you!

Wow, absolutely loved this book. I resonated with all of the experiences he talked about and the sages he encountered and the way they view the world. I wasn’t expecting to love this book so much, but it was incredible. A must read for anyone interested in what lies beyond.

Very inspirational life story of a Mans journey to spiritual enlightenment . It will lighten your heart.

This book should be on the bookshelf of every spiritual aspirant. It is written by one of India's greatest Yogis, one who is revered by millions across the world. Yet, Swami Rama was always humble. He used to say "Swami Rama is very small; he is a nobody!" And when I would be in awe of spiritual powers, he would pay no attention. Yet, his eyes would say "You should not be in awe of the trivial. All these powers flow from control and training of the mind but do not represent true spiritual attainment." He was a true spiritual Master. One needs to read the book to see that. Through this book, Swamiji guides me with a steady hand as I face life's many challenges.

Overall the book is a great read it you want to experience about mysticism and get exposed to unknown side of Indian theological and religious account first hand. It's an excellent read narrating a boy's transcendence from normal life to a revered and visionary yogi and guru, including life stories of some other great souls who blessed Indian people during their visitation as humans. Condition of the book ordered was ss expected, although was more used than I imagined. Had someone's name written on the front page. And pages were turned yellow due to age, but what matters is the content.

Written in a simple first person narrative, it really is a collection of remembrances but illustrates a practical way to incorporate Yogic principles in everyday life. I liked that he was unsparing in recalling his own callow and egostic youth. Mind you after looking at the reviews on his biography, I read an article by Katherine Webster online and it sounds as if Swami Rama still had ego problems in his adult days! But this book is still good and I enjoyed it better after reading the said article as it sounds as if he did all the things he dismissed the other 'fake' swamis of doing. I rather got the feeling he might have kept on the Spiritual path had he stayed in India- indeed he warns that one has to be quite strong-willed and focussed to not get seduced by fame and fortune.

What can be said of this book ? Suffice to say that this is one of the greatest spiritual classic of all times delivered by swami Rama by the grace of his master ,eternal babaji of the Himalayas.It is true that the book speaks to each reader at the personal level and the reader may find the presence of Himalayan sages through its pages.This is a book which you may like to read again and again.swamiji has narrated his experiences and Events of his life of 45 years I.e.his life before He came to west. He tells us about ,how he was brought Up in the Himalayan caves,and how he was taught by the sages.The book is the record of some of these experiences.

Hi, Johan here, with a short review of the book "Living With The Himalayan Masters". Although I haven't finished the book yet, I can definitely recommend it to anyone interested in spiritual matters. The book shows us what is possible if we attain that state of oneness with God. It is possible for anyone to become like that ! Through meditation and prayer ! And by thinking unlimited thoughts ! The book is written in a clear style, easy readable and also humorous. It has a considerable number of pages, which I like because you wish the book would never end. It has also some beautiful pictures in it which complement the beautiful scenes of the Himalaya and the temples etc. described in the book. If you like this book - and I do ! - you will surely also like the books "Life and teachings of the masters of the far east" by Baird Spalding and "Adventures of a western mystic" by Peter mt. Shasta. I think they are available via Amazon also. Greetings, Johan

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I have read this book many times and each read, it's as thought I am hearing his message again for the first time. The book is filled with insights and lessons into the human condition as experienced by this true Himalayan Master. It's realistic, believable and more importantly, these experiences are achievable for any true seeker who chooses to know the mind. I have met many deciples of Swami Rama and he was everything this books states and more. At a time when there are few true Masters, the wisdom presented here is timeless and more relevant today that ever before. A true classic!

Phenomenal book. A must read. Swami Rama's autobiography - an insight into the yogic lifestyle in the Himalayas.

著者のスワミ・ラマは子供のときからヒマラヤの聖者の元で成長する。 ヒマラヤに住む驚くべき聖者たちや、不思議な能力を持った人たちに出会い、厳しい大自然の中で、厳しい修行を続け、野生動物たちと暮らし、深い瞑想を続ける。ｌ 私たちの心の最奥にある真理、神、叡智を伝え、その智慧を体現して生きるヒマラヤの聖者たちの姿を伝える真理の本。

This book arrived nicely wrapped in cellophane, as it was a present I did not see the print quality, but the book is heavy.