I Am Not the Body

Discovering the Truth Beyond Bondage

By: Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj

Narrated by: Philip Evan Cowlishaw

Talks on nonduality by one of the greatest spiritual teachers

In this book of key spiritual teachings from unpublished discourses, the great Advaita Master, Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj, teaches us that we are not limited to the body. Because of our mistaken body identity, we feel separate from what we truly are. Our identification with the body and mind subjects us to endless cycles of pleasure and pain, desire and fear, which cause us to search beyond ourselves for that which we believe we lack.

According to Sri Nisargadatta, all conditions, all names and appearances, emerge from ignorance and imagination, from the mind’s assumptions - assumptions due to not enquiring and therefore not appreciating the nature of reality. When we realize that we are not limited to the body, we find that we are already free, needing no liberation. We discover that we are not only free, but infinite and boundless.

Sri Nisargadatta met his guru, Sri Siddharameshwar Maharaj, at the age of 34 in 1933. Three years later, Sri Nisargadatta realised himself as the Supreme Reality, the transcendental Self. Through earnestly heeding the words of his Guru, he discovered he was that which is unmanifest and eternal - beyond the bondage of name, form, shape, and size. For many years, thousands of people came from all over India and the world to listen to Sri Nisargadatta’s teachings. His influence is still as powerful today as it was when he gave regular talks four decades ago. Undoubtedly one of the greatest spiritual teachers of all time, one can sense his depth of dedication to truth, rather than affluence, recognition, and agenda. His legendary plain-speaking way and heartfelt commitment to assisting those on the direct path will affect anyone serious about self-realisation and the transfiguration of consciousness.

“This well-structured book outlines the fundamental teachings...and will undoubtedly be a significant addition to the Nisargadatta canon.” (Pradeep Apte)

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A very in-depth study of yoga principles

I very much liked the comprehensive nature of this book. I listened to many chapters more than once so that I could more fully grasp the meaning. I’m sure others will understand more quickly than I did!

Excellent

Rare gem of human knowledge. I bow down at the feet of the Guru. Thank you.

The Enlightenment Master

After listening to all of Vivekananda and some of the puranas, this is my favorite audiobook. It is a perfect summary of what life is truly all about. The search is over for me; the words and instructions are truly from an enlightened man.
Jai Guru

Powerful and Concise

I don’t think anyone truly needs more than what is taught here. If I remember this teaching throughout all my days, it will be enough.

A book I can and will listen to again

Great reminders and centering truths. I will use as a text for reference and reminders.

Vital information for seekers

Cannot more highly recommend, although I found the reader on and off irritating -he gives the impression that he’s used to reading children’s books, adding unnecessary and for me quite distracting dramatic emphasis to straightforward material. I am new to Nisargadatta - SO MUCH information in here. Went straight to a second listen. Don’t miss it.

Finally a Nisargadatta audiobook, TY!!!

This is a beautiful audiobook and an amazing new source of Nisargadatta teachings with a wonderful translation. The recordings are professionally narrated and are high quality. It’s the only Nisargadatta audiobook like this. A true spiritual gem. Thank you to those who put the effort into this. What a blessing you are!!!

This book is a tremendous guide for Self realization

I experienced an NDE in 2022. I came across Shri Nisargadatta Maharajji on YouTube. What he taught in those videos I bore witness regarding my experience. I began picking up books like “I Am That” and “Consciousness and the Absolute”. Both of these books are excellent and I highly recommend them. This book is superb and rings true in every detail. Shri Nisargadattaji has become my guru. He has assisted me in integrating my experience.

If you are pondering questions like “who am I” or want to find out more about the non duality philosophy. The contents of the book will provide very profound insights.

This a frantic book. I highly recommend it.

Must read.

Really enjoyed this book. I learned a better way to look at the life and who we really are. It is must read for those seeking greater understanding of this process and experience called life.

A gift to the world

This is a treasure, a wonderfully clear non-dual teaching from an exceptional Seer of Mumbai. It is simple, direct, true, and penetrating.