Swami Radhanath - The Journey Within: Exploring the Path of Bhakti

Praise for The Journey Within

Radhanath Swami is a towering spiritual figure of our time. He is a masterful teacher and a wise leader whose knowledge inspires me. Dont miss the gems of wisdom and courage that comprise this powerful book.

D R . C ORNEL W EST

PHILOSOPHER, ACADEMIC, ACTIVIST, AUTHOR

In The Journey Home , Radhanath Swami gave us a gripping account of his geographical and spiritual itinerary. Now, in The Journey Within , he summarizes the content of the wisdom he has achieved. The book will be an inspiration to his many followers, and no doubt also attract new ones.

E DWARD M ORTIMER , CMG

COMPANION OF THE ORDER OF ST. MICHAEL AND ST. GEORGE (CMG); FORMER DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS TO UNITED NATIONS SECRETARY; AUTHOR; JOURNALIST; FELLOW, ALL SOULS COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD

Radhanath Swami is one of todays foremost exponents of Indias spiritual wisdom and has practiced bhakti yoga for over forty years. Based on the deep spiritual knowledge of ancient scriptures and supported with examples from Radhanath Swamis own life, The Journey Within blends the eternal wisdom of India with practical advice for the spiritual seekers of our modern age.

H IS H OLINESS I NDRADYUMNA S WAMI

Radhanath Swami has conveyed the Divine Light through his writing with the gentle and seductive effortlessness that he does in person. This book is a joyful way to move closer to the truth within you.

R USSELL B RAND

COMEDIAN, ACTOR, AUTHOR, ACTIVIST

The Journey Within is a modern-day exploration of a diverse range of age-old issues, including the self, wealth, divinity, materialism, adversity, illusion, and consciousness. Radhanath Swamis second book is as revealing and fascinating as his first and is destined to become one of the seminal texts on enlightenment.

M ATTHEW J. O FFORD , P H D

MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT, UK

Radhanath Swami, one of the most beloved and revered spiritual leaders of our time, is an accomplished storyteller and masterfully weaves all of the essential teachings found in the worlds great religious scriptures into his newest book. The Journey Within takes us on the most important journey of our livesthe journey to that eternal place of love and happiness.

S HARON G ANNON

CO-FOUNDER, JIVAMUKTI YOGA; AUTHOR, YOGA AND VEGETARIANISM, JIVAMUKTI YOGA , AND SIMPLE RECIPES FOR JOY

Drawing from personal anecdotes and on religious insights derived from the Vedic traditions and folkloric wisdom, The Journey Within imparts inspiring devotional teachings for todays spiritual seekers.

E DWIN B RYANT , P H D

PROFESSOR OF HINDUISM, RUTGERS UNIVERSITY; AUTHOR, THE YOGA SUTRAS OF PATAJALI: A NEW EDITION, TRANSLATION, AND COMMENTARY

The Journey Within is a carefully crafted progression of practical directions illustrated by touching stories, many from the authors life experiences. In refreshingly lucid language, one whose entire life has been absorbed in the cultivation of authentic spiritual living shows how the bhakti path, well-traversed for millennia by sages and kings as much as the common folk of India, is perfectly accessible to us all.

K ENNETH R. V ALPEY , P H D

RESEARCH FELLOW, OXFORD CENTRE FOR HINDU STUDIES, UK

Through the anxiety, stress, and confusion of life, The Journey Within offers a road map to peace and tranquility. Radhanath Swamis use of personal stories and anecdotes leads readers on a pathway that illuminates what is truly important in life and how best to achieve it.

D R . S TEVEN Z ODKOY

BEST-SELLING AUTHOR, MISDIAGNOSED: THE ADRENAL FATIGUE LINK

The Journey Within conveys the same captivating and enlightening spirit that Ive experienced in Radhanath Swamis personal presence. It combines the powerful wisdom of the East and the West, and I recommend this book to anyone who wants to feel authentic, lasting happiness!

M ARCI S HIMOFF

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BEST-SELLING AUTHOR OF HAPPY FOR NO REASON, LOVE FOR NO REASON , AND CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE WOMANS SOUL

Radhanath Swamis stories are filled with warmth and wisdom, and he has a way of writing that feels like hes speaking directly and very personally to the reader. This book is a must for anyone approaching or attempting to walk the very elusive path of devotional yoga! And dont forget to read his first book, The Journey Home !

J AI U TTAL

GRAMMY-NOMINATED MUSICIAN

This book is yet another masterpiece from the author of The Journey Home . Radhanath Swamis characteristic humility, compassion, and wisdom shine through this impeccably written book. For adepts and novices alike, this book will serve as a faithful companion and guide for those on the path of bhakti.

R AVI M. G UPTA , P H D

CHARLES REDD CHAIR OF RELIGIOUS STUDIES, UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY

In his new book, Radhanath Swami deftly connects the ancient wisdom tradition of bhakti yogathe yoga of loveto our busy modern lives. He eloquently persuades us, both through scriptural references from the worlds major faiths and from his own life story, that to attain true happiness we dont need to change our externalities, we just need to change our consciousness. A very relevant and contemporary message drawn from timeless teachings.

G OPI K ALLAYIL

CHIEF EVANGELIST, BRAND MARKETING, GOOGLE; AUTHOR, THE INTERNET TO THE INNER-NET: FIVE WAYS TO RESET YOUR CONNECTION AND LIVE A CONSCIOUS LIFE

Radhanath Swami has written a beautiful book that shows how the true journey in lifethe journey that leads to the ultimate destination of peace, joy, understanding, and awakeningis a journey within ourselves. I am sure that all who read this book will be truly touched and transformed.

H IS H OLINESS P UJYA S WAMI C HIDANAND S ARASWATI

PRESIDENT, PARMARTH NIKETAN ASHRAM, RISHIKESH, INDIA

My dear friend and brother Radhanath Swami has done it again. Just as with my experience when reading The Journey Home , I cant put down his new book. He writes so colorfully and with such inspiration. With every page Im lifted higher and higher.

G URMUKH K AUR K HALSA

CO-FOUNDER AND DIRECTOR OF THE GOLDEN BRIDGE YOGA CENTER; AUTHOR, THE EIGHT HUMAN TALENTS AND BOUNTIFUL, BEAUTIFUL, BLISSFUL

The Journey Within is a remarkable recital of a soul seeking an answer to Who am I? and What is my purpose in life? The book honestly describes many journeys. The journey from Richard Slavin to Radhanath Swami. The fulfilling journey from a routine life to a life of bhakti yoga. The journey from an external world to an internal world. One senses an awakening after reading The Journey Within .

L ALIT K ANODIA , P H D

FOUNDER AND CHAIRMAN, DATAMATICS GLOBAL SERVICES LIMITED; BOARD MEMBER, MIT

The Journey Within reveals everything from an understanding of the real self within to an awareness of the inner nature of God, and from the actual meaning of yoga and how its ideally practiced to how one might achieve spiritual fulfillment. Highly recommended for anyone with a thirst for the divine.

S TEVEN J. R OSEN (S ATYARAJA D ASA ), P H D

EDITOR IN CHIEF, JOURNAL OF VAISHNAVA STUDIES ; AUTHOR, HOLY WAR: VIOLENCE AND THE BHAGAVAD GITA AND THE HIDDEN GLORY OF INDIA

In The Journey Within , Radhanath Swami opens up his devotional world to us. He shows readers his experiences and interactions with others through colorful anecdotes, explains his philosophical views and interpretations of lifes challenges, and talks about his way of life and his own devotional practices. He affectionately extends all of these lessons to us, his readers, so that we, too, may join him on his insightful journey within.