THEORY AND PRACTICE OF MEDITATION

A collection of essays offering a wealth of information and inspiration for beginning and longtime students of meditation. Reflects the thoughts of leading teachers of yoga, Eastern thought, and meditation in the West today.

"This book reflects the thoughts of some of the best-versed scholars and professional persons writing on yoga, Eastern thought, and meditation in the West today. The contributors to this volume are unique not only for their knowledge but also for their efforts to integrate the principles they have learned and taught into their own lives and work. Their writings have a freshness and simplicity that can come only from those who base their words on first-hand experience.

Together, the essays in this volume provide a well-rounded examination and explication of the nature and the process of meditation. This book is designed to provide the reader with a solid grounding in this vital art and science. It will be useful to both the beginning student and also those experienced students who want a deeper understanding of the practice of meditation." (from the Introduction)