The Perennial Way (Expanded Edition): New English Versions of Yoga Sutras, Ashtavakra Gita, Dhammapada, Book of Yeshua, Heart Sutra, Three Books of th - Paperback

A remarkable anthology of sacred wisdom from across the world's contemplative traditions—new English versions of the Yoga Sutras, Ashtavakra Gita, Dhammapada, Heart Sutra, and the teachings of Yeshua, revealing the perennial philosophy that unites all mystical paths.

The Perennial Way presents essential texts from Hindu, Buddhist, Christian, and yogic traditions in fresh, contemporary translations that illuminate the timeless wisdom at the heart of all spiritual seeking. This expanded edition brings together some of humanity's most profound teachings on consciousness, liberation, compassion, and the nature of reality—showing how different traditions point toward the same ultimate truth.

What you'll discover:

• The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali - The foundational text of yoga philosophy and meditation
• The Ashtavakra Gita - Radical Advaita Vedanta teachings on non-dual awareness
• The Dhammapada - The Buddha's essential teachings in verse
• The Heart Sutra - Buddhism's profound teaching on emptiness and form
• The Book of Yeshua - The mystical teachings of Jesus
• Additional sacred texts revealing the perennial wisdom tradition
• Fresh translations that make ancient wisdom accessible and alive
• The common threads that unite all contemplative paths

The perennial philosophy recognizes that beneath the diversity of religious forms lies a universal mystical truth—that the divine can be directly experienced, that consciousness is fundamental to reality, and that liberation comes through awakening to our true nature. This anthology allows readers to explore these timeless insights across traditions, discovering how Hindu sages, Buddhist masters, and Christian mystics all point toward the same ineffable reality.

This expanded edition offers new translations that honor the depth and beauty of the original texts while making them accessible to contemporary seekers. Whether you're studying comparative mysticism, deepening your practice within a specific tradition, or exploring the universal wisdom that transcends all traditions, The Perennial Way provides an invaluable collection of essential teachings.

Perfect for: Students of comparative religion and perennial philosophy, practitioners exploring multiple contemplative traditions, readers interested in the common ground between mystical paths, those studying yoga, Buddhism, Vedanta, or Christian mysticism, scholars of sacred texts, and anyone seeking the universal wisdom at the heart of all spiritual traditions.

This expanded paperback edition brings together essential sacred texts from across traditions—a treasury of perennial wisdom for the contemporary seeker.