From ignorance to self-knowledge, from self-doubt to fearless power. This book is more than an coming to age story, it's about knowing who you are, how to create a vision, and manifesting you power.

When we sow our seeds in the garden of life, do we settle for a meager display of two or three flowers? Or do we aim for a pageantry of rich colors and breathtaking beauty? So asks author David Bruce in the exquisite essays inspiring us to live an active spiritual life. Fresh and concise, he discusses themes such as living with purpose, spiritual practice, digital distractions, reincarnation, the human condition, and offers advice on books and reading. Free of dogma, he helps the open-minded inquirer find ultimate meaning.

Socrates, the largely enigmatic Greek thinker, is universally considered to have laid the foundations of western philosophy. His philosophy, available to us through the early dialogues of Plato and the writings of his contemporaries, has had a remarkably enduring influence on virtually every area of philosophical enterprise. This comprehensive and accessible guide to Socrates life and death, character and philosophical concerns, features thirteen specially commissioned sections, written by a team of leading experts in the field of ancient philosophy, covering every aspect of Socratic thought. The Companion presents a comprehensive overview of the various features, themes and topics apparent in Socrates' thought, including Socratic irony, metaphysics, epistemology, happiness, virtue, moral psychology, philosophy of love, political philosophy, and religious belief. It concludes with a thoroughly comprehensive bibliography of primary and secondary sources. This is an essential reference tool for anyone working in the field of ancient philosophy.

This handbook provides detailed philosophical analysis of the life and thought of Socrates across fifteen in-depth chapters. Each chapter engages with a central aspect of the rich tradition of Socratic studies and, after surveying the state of scholarship, points the way forward to new directions of interpretation. A leading team of scholars present dynamic readings of Socrates, extracted from the historical context of Plato's dialogues, covering elenchus, irony, ignorance, definitions, pedagogy, friendship, politics and the daemon. Building on these core Socratic topics, this edition includes new accounts of Socrates in the work of philosopher and historian, Xenophon, the comic playwright, Aristophanes, as well as important scholarship on topics such as emotions, the afterlife, motivational intellectualism and virtue intellectualism. Fully revised and updated, the Bloomsbury Handbook of Socrates elucidates the complex landscape of Socratic thought and interpretation.

Aphoristic work on the meditational fundamentals of the Yoga school of Indic philosophy.

The Yoga Philosophy by Patanjali and Bhojaraja: This ancient guide to the principles and practices of yoga has been studied and revered for thousands of years. It offers a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the philosophy and spiritual aspects of yoga, including guidance on meditation, concentration, and self-discipline. Key Aspects of the Book "The Yoga Philosophy": Spiritual Insight: The book offers readers a deep understanding of the spiritual underpinnings of yoga. Holistic Practice: The authors emphasize the importance of integrating physical, mental, and spiritual health through yoga. Cultural Significance: "The Yoga Philosophy" is a classic text that has influenced many aspects of Indian culture, from literature to medicine to philosophy. Patañjali is an ancient Indian sage revered for his contributions to yoga and meditation. Very little is known about his life, but his teachings have had a profound impact on Indian philosophy and spirituality. "The Yoga Philosophy" is one of his most famous works, and has been studied and commented on by many other scholars and teachers throughout history, including Bhojarāja, who wrote one of the most celebrated commentaries on the text.

"Reeve's book is an excellent companion to Plato's Apology and a valuable discussion of many of the main issues that arise in the early dialogues. Reeve is an extremely careful reader of texts, and his familiarity with the legal and cultural background of Socrates' trial allows him to correct many common misunderstandings of that event. In addition, he integrates his reading of the apology with a sophisticated discussion of Socrates' philosophy. The writing is clear and succinct, and the research is informed by a thorough acquaintance with the secondary literature. Reeve's book will be accessible to any serious undergraduate, but it is also a work that will have to be taken into account by every scholar doing advanced research on Socrates." --Richard Kraut, Northwestern University