4200 - Eight Upanisads (Volume two)
Author: Swami Gambhirananda
Description: The Eight Upanishads translated by Swami Gambhirananda is a two-volume work presenting detailed English translations and commentaries on eight principal Upanishads—Isha, Kena, Katha, Prashna, Mundaka, Mandukya, Aitareya, and Taittiriya. Based on the classical Sanskrit commentaries by Adi Shankaracharya, the translation maintains fidelity to the original philosophical depth and spiritual insights. These texts are central to Vedanta philosophy and explore the nature of ultimate reality (Brahman), the self (Atman), and the means to liberation (moksha). ⸻ Keywords: Upanishads, Vedanta, Brahman, Atman, moksha, non-duality, Adi Shankaracharya, Sanskrit scriptures, spiritual knowledge, Hindu philosophy ⸻ Ideal for: Students and scholars of Vedanta, seekers of spiritual wisdom, readers of Hindu philosophy, and those interested in scriptural study with authentic commentary ⸻ Age: 18 years and up (due to its depth, traditional language, and philosophical complexity) ⸻ Theme: Self-realization, non-dualism (Advaita), the nature of consciousness, unity of existence, liberation through knowledge ⸻ Tone: Philosophical, contemplative, precise, reverent ⸻ Book Type: Sacred scripture with commentary; philosophical and spiritual text ⸻ Length: Approximately 900–1000 pages across two volumes.