Autobiographical writings of Steven J. Gold, (author of Yoga and Judaism, Explorations of a Jewish Yogi; IVRI: The Essence of Hebrew Spirituality; Torah Portion Summaries, With Insights from the Perspective of Jewish Yogi; and Basic Spiritual Principles) describing his early spiritual journey in prose, poetry, art and journal entries. The material is explained and tied together by retrospective narratives.

The idea of this book is to present in simple and straightforward terms some basic principles related to spirituality and spiritual processes and revelations. It contains expressions and formulations of some basic truths that have been divulged in various forms and fashions over the ages, drawing from eastern and western spiritual traditions. As such, it provides a framework to help address life's essential existential questions.

This is a tracing of the religion of ancient Indus Valley Civilization and the Upanishadic Monotheistic God Brahman. Brahman is derived from the God of Abraham. This is an exposition of the history of Brahman

This work is subtitled, "Om Shalom: Explorations of a Jewish Yogi". It expresses insights, connections and syntheses between the traditions of Judaism, including Jewish mysticism and kabala; the Western Mystical Tradition, including Theosophy and related subjects; and the Eastern Spiritual Tradition as expressed through Indian Yoga and Vedanta. It contains a succinct summary of basic spiritual principles distilled from years of study, meditation and self-transformation.The improved and expanded second edition contains new material on Hebrew Mantras and Jewish Healing Meditation, along with other additions and revisions. Learn about aspects of Yoga beyond the mat and Judaism beyond religion, and the many connections between these two ancient spiritual traditions. Includes practical guides to basic Yoga and Jewish meditation and healing meditation and their theoretical underpinnings. This Second Edition is the same as the other one listed, just with a different ISBN for different distribution.

This highly original book introduces a fascinating new approach to yoga and Torah by combining the practice of classic yoga postures with traditional and mystical Jewish wisdom. Each chapter begins by presenting a central Jewish spiritual concept that engages readers of all faiths on a personal level. It offers an in-depth exploration of the concept, quoting and commenting on sacred Jewish texts from the Pentateuch (Five Books of Moses) and other sources. It then guides its readers with mastery and clarity through a meditation and a set of fundamental yoga postures--clearly illustrated by beautiful photographs--for both beginning and advanced yoga students. The Torah concept is actualized and experienced through the practice of these postures. Torah Yoga helps to heighten awareness of body, mind, and spirit?it illuminates the heart of Jewish wisdom.

The quotes presented in this book stem from a selection of mails exchanged over a number of years, bearing witness to the candid teachings in the best of Yoga traditions. Recipients are Basile P. Catoméris’ disciples and Yoga-attuned pen pals from all over the world. With a variety of both personal matters and philosophical issues, the book can be used as valuable help and inspiration to spiritual practice. About the Author Born in France Basile P. Catoméris moved to Sweden in the mid 50s. There he met his would-be spiritual mentor, Sri Shyam Sundar Goswami, a Yoga master and acknowledged pioneer in contemporary Yoga. Over the years they developed a close guru-chela relationship, and as the spiritual heir Basile P. Catoméris continued his Guru’s teachings. Parallel to a successful international Intellectual Property career and a regular household life, the author dedicated his life to the study, practice and teaching of the doctrine of Hatha Yoga. About twenty years ago Basile P. Catoméris returned to southern France, where his home is today.