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Spirit and Life-The Four Gospels for Awakening: A Practical Commentary on the Life and Teachings of Jesus Christ, Volume 1 the Way of Illumination - Softcover

Book 1 of 2: Spirit and Life?The Four Gospels for Awakening

Burke (Swami Nirmalananda Giri), Abbot George

 
9781955046367: Spirit and Life-The Four Gospels for Awakening: A Practical Commentary on the Life and Teachings of Jesus Christ, Volume 1 the Way of Illumination
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1955046360 ISBN 13: 9781955046367
Publisher: Light of the Spirit Press, 2025

Synopsis

Spirit & Life: The Four Gospels for Awakening offers a powerful, practical commentary on a harmony of the Gospels, and is not a mere biography but a spiritual revelation consisting of both the life and the teachings of Jesus. The author, as someone who has a background in both Christianity and Hinduism (Sanatana Dharma), gives an analysis which is a synthesis of western and eastern perspectives

Far from being a conventional or doctrinal study, this book invites readers into the inner life of the soul, where Jesus is not only the Master Teacher, but the awakened Self within. With clarity and reverence, the author examines the inner meaning of the canonical Gospels, unveiling their universal message of illumination, liberation, and union with God.

Volume One—The Way of Illumination—guides the reader through the life and sayings of Jesus with an emphasis on spiritual practice, transformation, and divine realization. It traces the early years, teachings, and initiatory moments of Christ’s life. In its pages, you will encounter:

  • The annunciation, birth, and hidden life of Jesus
  • The baptism and temptation in the wilderness
  • The Sermon on the Mount and other foundational teachings
  • The spiritual principles of renunciation, compassion, and divine sonship


Whether you are a Christian seeker, a student of the world’s wisdom traditions, or a contemplative drawn to the mystical heart of the Gospel, this book offers a path of light and life.

“Highly recommended for earnest spiritual aspirant, especially those who might need a prod to keep them moving.” —Anna Hourihan, Publisher/Editor at Vedantic Shores Press

Swami Nirmalananda’s writing is “as informed and informative as it is inspired and inspiring.” —James A. Cox, Editor-in-Chief, Midwest Book Review

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Publisher
Light of the Spirit Press
Publication date
2025
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1955046360
ISBN 13 
9781955046367
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
577