The Guru of Joy : Sri Sri Ravi Shankar and the Art of Living
Contents: Foreword. Prologue: A boat ride in Benaras. 1. A sceptic’s tryst with serenity. 2. A silence that is celebration. 3. The way it all began. 4. Being an AOL teacher. 5. Truth through the Kaleidoscope. 6. The frame that holds the picture. 7. The courses. 8. Medical courses. 9. The disciples. 10. The miracles. 11. Sri Sri’s answers for the twenty-first century. 12. A glimpse into eternity.
"This is the authorised biography of one of the most magnetic men in the world today. A man who has an ever growing following of millions across the globe. From Bangalore to Bosnia, Surinam to South Africa, Tamil Nadu to Trinidad, his presence, grace and technique has touched and transformed lives. A tireless traveler, he has addressed the United Nations, the World Economic Forum and bright young minds at Harvard University. In a world torn by strife, he has carried the eternal message of love and revival of human values. Wherever he goes, people from all walks of life –housewives, business barons, politicians, and film stars – seek his blessings and advice. Amazingly, he manages to make each one feel special and cherished. He exudes love, innocence and joy in every gesture. At the same time, he has practical answers for all the problems plaguing us today, terrorism, war, political dysfunction, personal conflicts.
"Who is this playfully profound, childlike, ever-smiling guru whose avowed mission is to "put a smile on the face of every person he meets?" He is Sir Sri Ravi Shankar, the founder of the international Art of Living Foundation, with centers in over 140 countries in the world. This insightful volume offers you higherto unpublished material about his childhood, his adolescence and growth. Read about his organization, the Healing Breath Workshop he has devised, and the Sudershan Kriya, a transformative process that has miraculous healing powers. Read about a man who preaches no religion but teaches, through example, the meaning of true spirituality: being ever joyful." (jacket)
