The Upanishads

De: Eknath Easwaran

Narrado por: Paul Bazely

Easwaran’s best-selling translation of the ancient wisdom texts called the Upanishads is reliable, enjoyable, and profound.

In the Upanishads, illumined sages share flashes of insight, the results of their investigation into consciousness itself. In extraordinary visions, they experience directly a transcendent Reality which is the essence, or Self, of each created being. They teach that each of us, each Self, is eternal, deathless, one with the power that created the universe.

Easwaran’s best-selling translation of selections taken from the principal Upanishads and five others is reliable and accessible. It includes an overview of the cultural and historical setting, with chapter introductions, notes, and a Sanskrit glossary. But it is Easwaran’s understanding of the wisdom of the Upanishads, and their relevance to the modern audience, that makes this edition truly outstanding.

Each sage, each Upanishad, appeals in different ways to the listener's head and heart. As Easwaran writes, “The Upanishads belong not just to Hinduism. They are India’s most precious legacy to humanity, and in that spirit they are offered here.”

This audiobook is a complete narration of Eknath Easwaran's Foreword, Introduction, and translation, but omits the short chapter introductions and the Afterword by other writers.

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Reseñas de la Crítica

“No one in modern times is more qualified–no, make that ‘as qualified’–to translate the epochal Classics of Indian Spirituality than Eknath Easwaran. And the reason is clear. It is impossible to get to the heart of those classics unless you live them, and he did live them. My admiration of the man and his works is boundless.”–Huston Smith, author of The World’s Religions

Good translation

Skilled reader, enjoyable. The book is abriged, but I believe includes the entire Upanishads.

Aspirants apply here

I find this spiritual literature as appealing as a Rubik’s cube was in the 80’s. I was compelled to read more after reading Sri M’s book about his apprenticeship.

I can’t say that I understand it all. That is part of the journey. If you seek that kind of a trip. Start here after reading Sri M.

I say this with the knowledge that I do not know what I do not know……

lovely

Highly recommend. Definitely my third favorite right after the Gita and Dharma. Listened to this one a couple times through already.

Great translation and narrator

This is an ancient wisdom for yogis and those on a spiritual path. I found the narrator’s voice calm and soothing. I determine what audiobooks I choose heavily based on the narrator. While the text can be difficult to grasp, this translation is approachable, beautiful and poetic.

Fabulous reading of the Upanishads.

I loved everything about this audible presentation. The reader has a beautiful, prostatic voice. It brings the Upanishads to life, in a warm, rich way. I highly recommend this and the other audible offerings by Eknath Easwaran. 

Wonderful rendition

I love the writing on the performance equally. this is my favorite author and voice to listen to on this topic as well as his version of the Bhagavad Gita.

Great narration

Will be re listening. One round does not suffice. A beautiful translation and great narration.

Brilliant 🙏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

Profound and to the point 🙏🏽 a worthy read for all spiritual seekers. Precise and uncomplicated 🌺🌸

Lovely

This book is great to listen to at night while falling sleep. It’s also a great guided meditation

Revelation of the self

This story made me know who I really am. I really feel better mentally and physically. So many people in the world need this information. I'm now compelled to pray for the world unceasingly.