That is full. This is full. From the full, comes the full. Remove the full from the full and what remains? The full. Thus begins the Isha Upanishad, one of the most profound ancient books of faith. Mahatma Gandhi had famously said that if all scriptures happened all of a sudden to be reduced to ashes and only the first verse of the Isha Upanishad was left in our memory, Hinduism would live for ever. But this Upanishad goes beyond all faith, all religion to help all people look within and without themselves to answer the questions that have swirled in and round them since the dawn of civilization. That is the spirit in which Pritish Nandy, renowned poet, painter and filmmaker, has produced this sparkling new translation from the original Sanskrit, and Sunandini Banerjee, accomplished artist and designer, has illustrated it with her unique graphic art. While the text reveals man’s relationship with nature and God, the artworks explore it, alluding to creations both divine and human. Together they manifest the thread that connects all that exists, together they chronicle mankind’s search for the true meaning of life. There is no metaphysics here, no religion. Just pure, simple, deep wisdom.

The Isa, also the Isavasya Upanishad be, It from the Yajur Veda (Vajasaneyi) truly; It teaches of God, world essential unity, And of being and becoming very clearly; It not so interested in Absolute in self be, As in the Absolute in relation to world be; It teaches that the life in this world but be, Not incompatible to life in Divine Spirit truly; Who beholds all beings in Self, Self in all be, Never turns away from the Self - its part be.

This book, "Illuminations from Ishavasyopanishad," provides an in-depth exploration of one of the ancient Upanishads, offering readers a blend of scriptural recitations, translations, and profound interpretations. Divided into two parts, the first segment presents the Matras of Ishavasyopanishad in Roman script with detailed translations, explanations, and interpretations, shedding light on their enduring significance. The second part narrates the "Saga of Ishavasyopanishad," weaving the Upanishad's wisdom into a compelling story, followed by key verses, holistic explanations, and reflective questions to engage readers in a deeper contemplation of the text. This book serves as a guide for both spiritual seekers and scholars, bridging ancient wisdom with contemporary relevance.

UPANISHADS in English Rhyme with the original text in Sanskrit The following Upanishads are a part of this book: Manduka, Prashna, Kena, Adhyatma, Aitareya, Isavasya and Mandukya

Tat tvam asi is an extraordinary book enveloping the gamut of the Upanishadic insights in all their profundity and splendour. Its author is a literary genius with about40 books and compositions to his credit. The book, which has received over 12 awards from various institutions in India, is written in a style that is quiteUpanishadic and not easily comprehensible to the ordinary man. It also uplifts the imagination of the reader. This translation is an attempt to make Tat tvam asi reach aglobal audience unfamiliar with Upanishadic terms and concepts. It could not have been achieved without a background in Philosophy, both Indian and WesternNevertheless it was an arduous exercise to find suitable words to convey the correct meaning intended by the author. I am grateful to the author for giving me freedom to accomplish it in my own way as well as for accepting the translation as authentic Undertaking the work of translation was a highly satisfying and enrichingexperience. This translation, one hopes, will generate a renaissance in Upanishadic knowledge at an international level, as Tat tvam asi did in Kerala, when it was firstpublished.