Vivekachudamani by Jnanananda Bharati

DETAILS : 

• Author :Jnanananda Bharati
  
• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Sri Sharada Peetham 
  
• Publication date :January 1, 2015
  
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
  
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 178 pages
  
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 250 g

ABOUT THE BOOK

Vivekachudamani (The Crest-Jewel of Discrimination), originally composed by Adi Shankaracharya, is a foundational text of Advaita Vedanta. This specific edition by Swami Jnanananda Bharati is highly regarded for its lucidity and its ability to simplify the profound philosophical inquiries of the original Sanskrit verses. The book serves as a practical manual for a seeker (Sadhaka), guiding them through the process of distinguishing between the Real (Atman) and the unreal (Maya). It is often called the "Crest-Jewel" because it provides the ultimate wisdom required for spiritual liberation (Moksha).

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Swami Jnanananda Bharati (formerly known as K.P. Sankaran) was a brilliant scholar-monk and a prolific writer associated with the Sringeri Sharada Peetham.

• The Bridge-Builder: He was known for his mastery over Sanskrit and his ability to translate complex Vedantic concepts into clear English and Tamil for the layperson.
• Devotional Scholarship: His commentaries are not merely academic; they are infused with a deep sense of practice and devotion, reflecting the teachings of his masters at the Sringeri Math.