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    Mala of the Heart: 108 Sacred Poems
    Mala of the Heart: 108 Sacred Poems
    Mala of the Heart: 108 Sacred Poems
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    Mala of the Heart: 108 Sacred Poems

    By Ravi Nathwani and Kate Vogt

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    This collection of timeless poetry celebrates the eternal spiritual truth within each heart. Since ancient times, this hidden essence has been symbolized by the number 108. There are 108 earthly desires, 108 human feelings, 108 delusions, 108 beads in the traditional meditation mala, and 108 sacred poems in this anthology.

    Filled with crystalline wisdom from the great poets, sages, saints, and mystics, this selection of poems is a collective expression of universal heart-filled wisdom. The poems span a wide range of cultures and civilizations — from India to Europe, Japan, and the Middle East — and each one offers a unique perspective about the path to awakening.

    Some of the poems express belief in a higher being. Some convey instantaneous awakening. Others lead the reader down a disciplined path of contemplation.

    Ordered according to a broad interpretation of the heart-centered chakra model, these remarkable poems guide the reader toward realization and offer timeless jewels of insight to spark awakening and enrich spiritual practice.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherNew World Library
    Release dateJul 20, 2015
    ISBN9781608683796
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      "Mala of the Heart is an inspirational convergence of great saints, prophets, and poets who have walked the earth before us. It is a well-balanced anthology that reinspires us to remember the Source in whatever name or form that may take for us. The poems act like ancient aphorisms that penetrate mind to awaken the heart. The authors have done excellent work in creating a ‘meeting of the ways,’ showing the place where beloved mystics meet. It is as if they arose from their ancient chambers to uplift our hearts and souls. Ravi Nathwani and Kate Vogt have brought together a collection of remembrance, easy to access, even by using one verse a day. Mala of the Heart awakens the heart energy from multiple perspectives, making the poems immortal to our soul."

      — Rama Jyoti Vernon, founder of International Yoga College and Center for International Dialogue and cofounder of Yoga Journal

      The coeditors have collected a series of deeply inspirational poems that cut right to the heart of the spiritual quest and trigger moments of insight and awakening. A great book to keep with you at all times.

      — Lama Tsultrim Allione, author of Women of Wisdom and Feeding Your Demons: Ancient Wisdom for Resolving Inner Conflict

      The true poet attends to the presentation of truth with an austere language. A single poem has the potential to shift consciousness to make us feel, think, and see differently. Words have neither the power to hide nor reveal truth. Yet, somehow, the poem nourishes the depths of our being since the poem is not limited to language, not limited to words. We deprive ourselves of one of the great assets of life when we fail to read poetry on a frequent basis. It is appropriate that the coeditors have selected 108 poems. That number in the East represents Infinity. A single poem, even a single line, has the potential to awaken us to infinite discoveries. Here you will find a treasure trove of precious poems. Read slowly so a poem enables you to live fully and infinitely rather than as limited creatures with limited sensibilities.

      — Christopher Titmuss, author of Light on Enlightenment and An Awakened Life

      The poetry of the mystics past and present leads us into a quietude of heart, the home of the deepest love and wisdom. This wonderful anthology of poetry inspires, enlivens, and brings joy.

      — Christina Feldman, cofounder of Gaia House, UK, and author of Woman Awake and Heart of Wisdom, Mind of Calm

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