The Recognition of the Real: About the Reality of ‘Yourself’

DETAILS : 

• Author : Philip  Renard
• Publisher : Zen Publications
  
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
  
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 939325415X
  
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 9789393254153
  
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 250 g

ABOUT THE BOOK

The Recognition of the Real: About the Reality of ‘Yourself’ is a profound guide to radical non-dualism (Advaita), designed to help readers dismantle the illusion of a separate self. The book navigates the "Direct Path" teachings, clarifying the essential differences between intellectual understanding and the actual living experience of one's true nature. Renard draws heavily on the lineages of Ramana Maharshi, Nisargadatta Maharaj, and Atmananda Krishna Menon to address modern misconceptions about enlightenment. It serves as both a critique of "Neo-Advaita" and a practical manual for recognizing the ever-present, concept-free reality of "who you really are."

ABOUT THE AUTHOR 

Philip Renard (born 1944) is a prominent Dutch teacher and author in the field of non-dual philosophy. After exploring various spiritual traditions, including the teachings of Adi Da, he found his ultimate direction through Alexander Smit, a direct disciple of Nisargadatta Maharaj. Renard is known for his ability to bridge the gap between traditional Eastern wisdom and the Western mindset, founding the Advaya Foundation to promote universal non-dualism. His work is celebrated for its clarity, intellectual rigor, and emphasis on the immediate availability of liberation.