Guest guest Posted April 15, 2004 Report Share Posted April 15, 2004 Sai Ram. The best books to start with, in my opinion, are the 'SUMMER SHOWERS'; 'SATHYA SAI SPEAKS' and the VAHINI series.With love and light,Madhvi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2004 Report Share Posted April 15, 2004 I would be extremely grateful if anybody can inform me about some of the 'must read' books about Bhagvan Sri Sathya Sai Baba and his teachings and also where i can get these books in Mumbai. Thank you Best regards Sudarsan Menon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2004 Report Share Posted April 15, 2004 SAIRAM. I think, among the books written by Bhagavan, the Vaahinis are the foremost among the must-read. They contain the message of Bhagavan in the most comprehensive and pristine form. They are: Bhagavathavahini, Dharmavahini, Dhyanavaahini, Geethavaahini, Jnaanavaahini, Leelakaivalyavaahini, Prasaanthivaahini, Prasnothara vaahini, Prema vaahini, Sathyasai vaahini, Sutravaahini, Upanishadvahini, Vidyavahini and Sandeha Nivarini. In these books, Swami expounds the intricacies hidden in the sacred texts with astounding simplicity. The tone is Divinely authoritative. After that, comes the series : Sathya Sai Speaks. They comprise the Divine cascade of Bhagavan's Discourses. They contain Bhagavan's practical advice for the entire humanity, the historical declarations and revelations made Him etc. Among the books written by others about Swami, the first should obviously be His Biography - Sathyam Sivam Sundaram by Sri N.Kasturi. Like Ramayana is for Rama Avatar, Sathyam Sivam Sundaram is for the Sathya Sai Avatar. In the series of 3 books released till now, you can see the whole career of the Avtar till 1972. The Divine Saga is matchless and drenches you top-to-toe in an ocean of Love. Truly, the reading of it cleanses us of our sins and makes us a different individual. I am yet to explore the plethora of other books written by various devotees from all over the world. I hope this gives you a basic idea of Sai literature. In His Love and Light, Pardha Saradhi Chennai India sudarshan menon 04/15/2004 08:28 PM Please respond to saibabanews To saibabanews cc Subject [saibabanews] 'Must read' books about Bhagavan SAI RAM I would be extremely grateful if anybody can inform me about some of the 'must read' books about Bhagvan Sri Sathya Sai Baba and his teachings and also where i can get these books in Mumbai. Thank you Best regards Sudarsan Menon ForwardSourceID:NT0000793E DISCLAIMER: The information contained in this message is intended only and solely for the addressed individual or entity indicated in this message and for the exclusive use of the said addressed individual or entity indicated in this message (or responsible for delivery of the message to such person) and may contain legally privileged and confidential information belonging to Tata Consultancy Services. It must not be printed, read, copied, disclosed, forwarded, distributed or used (in whatsoever manner) by any person other than the addressee. Unauthorized use, disclosure or copying is strictly prohibited and may constitute unlawful act and can possibly attract legal action, civil and/or criminal. The contents of this message need not necessarily reflect or endorse the views of Tata Consultancy Services on any subject matter. Any action taken or omitted to be taken based on this message is entirely at your risk and neither the originator of this message nor Tata Consultancy Services takes any responsibility or liability towards the same. Opinions, conclusions and any other information contained in this message that do not relate to the official business of Tata Consultancy Services shall be understood as neither given nor endorsed by Tata Consultancy Services or any affiliate of Tata Consultancy Services. If you have received this message in error, you should destroy this message and may please notify the sender by e-mail. Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2004 Report Share Posted April 15, 2004 Sairam brother Sudarshan Menon Please visit "Dharmakshetra" at Mumbai where you can find all the books that you want, and they themselves will guide you on the selection of suitable books. sairam raja Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2004 Report Share Posted April 15, 2004 10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy">To know Swami’s teachings the following books have to be read: Summer Showers Series (from 1973 to 2002 ) Sathya Sai Speaks (I think now there are 35 volumes). UP to volume 30 available online for reading Life Death and Liberation 10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy"> 10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy">If you are interested in Others’ experiences in order to relate to your own, there are lots of them. 10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy"> 10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy">Swami’s students’ experiences: 1. Sai Nandana: 2. Trayee Saptamayee &; 3. Glory of Puttaparthi 10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy"> 10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy">Books written in the Bhakthi Tradition: (these are must reads) Other Than You Refuge There is None (Anyatha Sharanam Naasthi) Bhadri Yatra Pearls of Devotion Thapovanam (essential for Paarayanam) 10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy"> 10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy">Experiences of overseas devotees :- Omnipresence of Sai : Essence of Divinity: Way to Love Divine by Howard Murphet: Vision of Sai Part I and Part II by Rita Bruce Journey to God Part I, II, III, IV by Jagadeesan Sai Awakening (I don’t know if this available in Mumbai) >From Where did you come?.....by Charles Difazio Sai Baba the ultimate experience by Phyllis Krystal Lord and His Devotees are One 10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy">If you cannot find these books at the Mumbai Sai Book store you may try Sai color:navy"> Towers color:navy"> where you can also order online. 10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy"> 10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy">Experiences of Indian Devotees Spirituality and Health by Charanjit Ghooi Bhakthi and Health by Charanjit Ghooi 10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy"> 10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy">The two above books are written by a physician, it has both her experiences as well as information about physical health and impact of the spirit and mind on the body) 10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy">Experiences of Indian devotees continued:- Absolute Sole Lord of Life and Death Loving God by Prof Kasturi The Greatest Adventure by M V N Murthy (I think this author is Prof. Kasturi’s son: prof Kasturi wrote the Biography of Sri Sathya Sai Baba. Lokanatha Sai (must read) My Experiences of Divine Will Light of Love (Sai Baba in East Africa font-family:Arial">) by Prof Kasturi Liberator Sai by R C Nair Sri Sathya Sai Hrudayanivasi ( I don’t know if this is available in print. It must be available online) 10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy">Sai Books and Information of color:navy">Canada’s Newsletter gives reviews on many of these books. The newsletter is available for reading online at www.saibooks.org. 10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy"> -----Original Message----- sudarshan menon [sudarshanmenon2004 ] April 15, 2004 10:58 AM saibabanews [saibabanews] 'Must read' books about Bhagavan SAI RAM I would be extremely grateful if anybody can inform me about some of the 'must read' books about Bhagvan Sri Sathya Sai Baba and his teachings and also where i can get these books in Mumbai. Thank you Best regards Sudarsan Menon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2004 Report Share Posted April 15, 2004 font-family:Arial">Other Important Books for Reading: font-family:Arial">Sai Baba Gita (Contains Swami’s discourses on Bhagavad Gita) font-family:Arial">Divine Leelas of Bhagavan Sri Sathya Sai Baba by Nagmani Poornaiyya font-family:Arial">Nectarine Leelas of Bhagwan Sri Sathya Sai Baba font-family:Arial">Sai’s Story by V C Kondappa (kondappa was a school teacher of Sri Sathya Sai Baba) – this book is written in Bhakthi Tradition. font-family:Arial">MY Baba and I by Hislop (contains Hislop’s great experiences) font-family:Arial">God Lives in India (contains an interview with Karanjia – former reporter for Illustrated weekly) 10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy"> 10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy"> -----Original Message----- sudarshan menon [sudarshanmenon2004 ] April 15, 2004 10:58 AM 10.0pt;font-family:Tahoma"> saibabanews [saibabanews] 'Must read' books about Bhagavan SAI RAM I would be extremely grateful if anybody can inform me about some of the 'must read' books about Bhagvan Sri Sathya Sai Baba and his teachings and also where i can get these books in Mumbai. Thank you Best regards Sudarsan Menon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2004 Report Share Posted April 15, 2004 Sairam brother. If i am not wrong, RK Karanjia was the editor of BLITZ. Rgds/papu - Vani saibabanews Friday, April 16, 2004 12:50 AM [saibabanews] Re: 'Must read' books about Bhagavan Other Important Books for Reading: 1.. Sai Baba Gita (Contains Swami's discourses on Bhagavad Gita) 2.. Divine Leelas of Bhagavan Sri Sathya Sai Baba by Nagmani Poornaiyya 3.. Nectarine Leelas of Bhagwan Sri Sathya Sai Baba 4.. Sai's Story by V C Kondappa (kondappa was a school teacher of Sri Sathya Sai Baba) - this book is written in Bhakthi Tradition. 5.. MY Baba and I by Hislop (contains Hislop's great experiences) 6.. God Lives in India (contains an interview with Karanjia - former reporter for Illustrated weekly) sudarshan menon [sudarshanmenon2004] April 15, 2004 10:58 AM saibabanews [saibabanews] 'Must read' books about Bhagavan SAI RAM I would be extremely grateful if anybody can inform me about some of the 'must read' books about Bhagvan Sri Sathya Sai Baba and his teachings and also where i can get these books in Mumbai. Thank you Best regards Sudarsan Menon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2004 Report Share Posted April 15, 2004 There in no one on or about whom so much has been written - other than our beloved bhagwan - Sri Sri Sri Sathya Sai Baba. In this ocean of writing I could recommend something from what I may have read. The first book I always recommend to any one is SAI BABA - MAN OF MIRACLES by Howard Murphet. Then there is a scientific exploration book MIRACLES ARE MY VISITING CARDS, by Erlendur Haraldsson. There are besides the Sathyam Shivam Sundram by Later Shri Kasturi ji - these are the official biography of Baba. In Mumbai at Dharmakshetra there is a book shop - you must go there and see other books also - as many devotees as many writers. We had published the book MIRACLES ARE MY VISITING CARDS in India - some old copies are available on AS IS WHERE IS basis. But let me assure you the paper may be yellowish - but the books are complete. These can be sent to other devotees also for Rs 108.00 including packing and postage. For details where and how to send the money - please write to me. First come first served. Sai Ram - Be Happy JP www.sailopics.com ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ sudarshan menon wrote: SAI RAM I would be extremely grateful if anybody can inform me about some of the 'must read' books about Bhagvan Sri Sathya Sai Baba and his teachings and also where i can get these books in Mumbai. Thank you Best regards Sudarsan Menon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2004 Report Share Posted April 15, 2004 Sai Ram, Even Tapovanam and Prema Bandham are one of the wonderful books.you can give a try. they are available both at brindavan n puttaparthi...in english n telugu. Regards, Sailaja saibabanews, sudarshan menon <sudarshanmenon2004> wrote: > SAI RAM > > I would be extremely grateful if anybody can inform me about some of the 'must read' books about Bhagvan Sri Sathya Sai Baba and his teachings and also where i can get these books in Mumbai. > > Thank you > > Best regards > > Sudarsan Menon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 15, 2004 Report Share Posted April 15, 2004 Dear Sudarshan Menon, Most of the Vahinis given below can be downloaded from the site http://www.vahini.org You can also download Satyam Shivam Sundaram from the above site. Sai Ram, PardhaSaradhi_Uppala (AT) chennai (DOT) tcs.co.in wrote: Dear Sudarshan Menon, SAIRAM. I think, among the books written by Bhagavan, the Vaahinis are the foremost among the must-read. They contain the message of Bhagavan in the most comprehensive and pristine form. They are: Bhagavathavahini, Dharmavahini, Dhyanavaahini, Geethavaahini, Jnaanavaahini, Leelakaivalyavaahini, Prasaanthivaahini, Prasnothara vaahini, Prema vaahini, Sathyasai vaahini, Sutravaahini, Upanishadvahini, Vidyavahini and Sandeha Nivarini. In these books, Swami expounds the intricacies hidden in the sacred texts with astounding simplicity. The tone is Divinely authoritative. After that, comes the series : Sathya Sai Speaks. They comprise the Divine cascade of Bhagavan's Discourses. They contain Bhagavan's practical advice for the entire humanity, the historical declarations and revelations made Him etc. Among the books written by others about Swami, the first should obviously be His Biography - Sathyam Sivam Sundaram by Sri N.Kasturi. Like Ramayana is for Rama Avatar, Sathyam Sivam Sundaram is for the Sathya Sai Avatar. In the series of 3 books released till now, you can see the whole career of the Avtar till 1972. The Divine Saga is matchless and drenches you top-to-toe in an ocean of Love. Truly, the reading of it cleanses us of our sins and makes us a different individual. I am yet to explore the plethora of other books written by various devotees from all over the world. I hope this gives you a basic idea of Sai literature. In His Love and Light, Pardha Saradhi Chennai India sudarshan menon 04/15/2004 08:28 PM Please respond tosaibabanews To saibabanews cc Subject [saibabanews] 'Must read' books about Bhagavan SAI RAM I would be extremely grateful if anybody can inform me about some of the 'must read' books about Bhagvan Sri Sathya Sai Baba and his teachings and also where i can get these books in Mumbai. Thank you Best regards Sudarsan Menon ForwardSourceID:NT0000793E Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 16, 2004 Report Share Posted April 16, 2004 SaiRam Yes, Karanjia was the editor for Blitz. He was probably working for Illustrated weekly for a while during his long career. I remember reading this somewhere. I could be wrong. Regards.... SAIyouths [saipapu] April 15, 2004 10:48 PM saibabanews [saibabanews] Re: 'Must read' books about Bhagavan Sairam brother. If i am not wrong, RK Karanjia was the editor of BLITZ. Rgds/papu - Vani saibabanews Friday, April 16, 2004 12:50 AM [saibabanews] Re: 'Must read' books about Bhagavan Other Important Books for Reading: 1.. Sai Baba Gita (Contains Swami's discourses on Bhagavad Gita) 2.. Divine Leelas of Bhagavan Sri Sathya Sai Baba by Nagmani Poornaiyya 3.. Nectarine Leelas of Bhagwan Sri Sathya Sai Baba 4.. Sai's Story by V C Kondappa (kondappa was a school teacher of Sri Sathya Sai Baba) - this book is written in Bhakthi Tradition. 5.. MY Baba and I by Hislop (contains Hislop's great experiences) 6.. God Lives in India (contains an interview with Karanjia - former reporter for Illustrated weekly) sudarshan menon [sudarshanmenon2004] April 15, 2004 10:58 AM saibabanews [saibabanews] 'Must read' books about Bhagavan SAI RAM I would be extremely grateful if anybody can inform me about some of the 'must read' books about Bhagvan Sri Sathya Sai Baba and his teachings and also where i can get these books in Mumbai. Thank you Best regards Sudarsan Menon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 16, 2004 Report Share Posted April 16, 2004 Sai Ram, I would suggest you go to 'Dharmakshetra' at Mahakali Caves Road, Andheri (Tel No. 2837 7999) &; you will get many books there. However if you have not read any books, some popular books are: Sai Baba - Man of Miracles by Howard Murphet My Baba &; I by Dr. John Hislop Conversation with Bhagavan Sri sathya Sai Baba by Dr. John Hislop Sai Baba - The Holy Man &; the Psychiatrist by Dr. Samuel Sandweiss Tapovanam by "Santisri" Jandhyala Venkateswara Sastry and many many more. Aum Sai Ram Rajesh Davda - sudarshan menon saibabanews Thursday, April 15, 2004 8:28 PM [saibabanews] 'Must read' books about Bhagavan SAI RAM I would be extremely grateful if anybody can inform me about some of the 'must read' books about Bhagvan Sri Sathya Sai Baba and his teachings and also where i can get these books in Mumbai. Thank you Best regards Sudarsan Menon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 16, 2004 Report Share Posted April 16, 2004 Wonderful titles and well defined areas of reading for us seekers. Thank you brother from all of us. Ram Lakhan, CanadaPardhaSaradhi_Uppala (AT) chennai (DOT) tcs.co.in wrote: Dear Sudarshan Menon, SAIRAM. I think, among the books written by Bhagavan, the Vaahinis are the foremost among the must-read. They contain the message of Bhagavan in the most comprehensive and pristine form. They are: Bhagavathavahini, Dharmavahini, Dhyanavaahini, Geethavaahini, Jnaanavaahini, Leelakaivalyavaahini, Prasaanthivaahini, Prasnothara vaahini, Prema vaahini, Sathyasai vaahini, Sutravaahini, Upanishadvahini, Vidyavahini and Sandeha Nivarini. In these books, Swami expounds the intricacies hidden in the sacred texts with astounding simplicity. The tone is Divinely authoritative. After that, comes the series : Sathya Sai Speaks. They comprise the Divine cascade of Bhagavan's Discourses. They contain Bhagavan's practical advice for the entire humanity, the historical declarations and revelations made Him etc. Among the books written by others about Swami, the first should obviously be His Biography - Sathyam Sivam Sundaram by Sri N.Kasturi. Like Ramayana is for Rama Avatar, Sathyam Sivam Sundaram is for the Sathya Sai Avatar. In the series of 3 books released till now, you can see the whole career of the Avtar till 1972. The Divine Saga is matchless and drenches you top-to-toe in an ocean of Love. Truly, the reading of it cleanses us of our sins and makes us a different individual. I am yet to explore the plethora of other books written by various devotees from all over the world. I hope this gives you a basic idea of Sai literature. In His Love and Light, Pardha Saradhi Chennai India sudarshan menon 04/15/2004 08:28 PM Please respond tosaibabanews To saibabanews cc Subject [saibabanews] 'Must read' books about Bhagavan SAI RAM I would be extremely grateful if anybody can inform me about some of the 'must read' books about Bhagvan Sri Sathya Sai Baba and his teachings and also where i can get these books in Mumbai. Thank you Best regards Sudarsan Menon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 16, 2004 Report Share Posted April 16, 2004 dear sudarshan menon, SAIRAM i feel that you could start reading the book by rangaswami parthasarathy-GOD WHO WALKED ON EARTH.it is a book on the life of shridi sai avathar. it is a wonderful book. after this book you could start reading about satya sai avathar. it is my humble suggestion to enjoy the sai avathar in chronological order. dr.srinivasan vaidyanadeswaran --- LATHA SHETTIGAR <swami1926 wrote: > Jai Sai Ram, > > Dear Sudarshan Menon, > > Most of the Vahinis given below can be downloaded > from the site http://www.vahini.org. > > You can also download Satyam Shivam Sundaram from > the above site. > > Sai Ram, > > > > PardhaSaradhi_Uppala wrote: > Dear Sudarshan Menon, > > SAIRAM. > > I think, among the books written by Bhagavan, the > Vaahinis are the foremost among the must-read. > They contain the message of Bhagavan in the most > comprehensive and pristine form. > > They are: > > Bhagavathavahini, Dharmavahini, Dhyanavaahini, > Geethavaahini, Jnaanavaahini, Leelakaivalyavaahini, > Prasaanthivaahini, Prasnothara vaahini, Prema > vaahini, Sathyasai vaahini, Sutravaahini, > Upanishadvahini, Vidyavahini and Sandeha Nivarini. > > In these books, Swami expounds the intricacies > hidden in the sacred texts with astounding > simplicity. The tone is Divinely authoritative. > > After that, comes the series : Sathya Sai Speaks. > They comprise the Divine cascade of Bhagavan's > Discourses. They contain Bhagavan's practical advice > for the entire humanity, the historical > declarations and revelations made Him etc. > > Among the books written by others about Swami, the > first should obviously be His Biography - Sathyam > Sivam Sundaram by Sri N.Kasturi. Like Ramayana is > for Rama Avatar, Sathyam Sivam Sundaram is for the > Sathya Sai Avatar. In the series of 3 books released > till now, you can see the whole career of the Avtar > till 1972. The Divine Saga is matchless and drenches > you top-to-toe in an ocean of Love. Truly, the > reading of it cleanses us of our sins and makes us a > different individual. > > I am yet to explore the plethora of other books > written by various devotees from all over the world. > I hope this gives you a basic idea of Sai > literature. > > In His Love and Light, > Pardha Saradhi > Chennai > India > > > > sudarshan menon > 04/15/2004 08:28 PM > Please respond to > saibabanews > > > To > saibabanews cc > Subject > [saibabanews] 'Must read' books about Bhagavan > > > > > SAI RAM > > I would be extremely grateful if anybody can inform > me about some of the 'must read' books about Bhagvan > Sri Sathya Sai Baba and his teachings and also where > i can get these books in Mumbai. > > Thank you > > Best regards > > Sudarsan Menon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 19, 2004 Report Share Posted April 19, 2004 Dear Brothers &; Sisters, I am indeed grateful to all of you for promptly responding with the names of books that one must read to know about Bhagavan Sri Sathya Sai Baba and his teachings. I pray to Bhagavan to shower his blessings on all of you. Once again, many thanks. With love Sudarsan Menon Photos: om/ph/print_splash">High-quality 4x6 digital prints for 25¢ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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