Samadhi: Superconsciousness of the Future » (Second Edition)

Mouni Sadhu is the mystical name taken by Dymitr Sudoski, a noted Occultist and Mystic of the first half of the Twentieth Century. The word “mouni” means silent and “sadhu” refers to a wandering holy man. The author has tried many paths on the route to self-realization, and is uniquely qualified to relate the truths in this book. Steeped in the Hermetic schools which abounded at the turn of the 19th century, then embracing the teachings of Sri Ramana Maharshi and Vichara—yet never forgetting his Catholic faith—Mouni Sadhu successfully advances our mental synthesis and leads us to the door of True Self. Mouni’s writing was based not only on rigorous study of the texts of his day, but on personal experience and diligent practice.

This book has no equal in the literature that deals with the true philosophy and not with mental inventions, of no use to the true seeker. The subject matter is considered from all points of view, Eastern and Western alike. It is as attainable in a Manhattan apartment as in an Indian Ashram. The book can be strongly recommended to all those who want to find the true sense and fulfillment of their lives and to depart into the other world fearlessly and with peace.

Highlights include:
• Definition and Aims of Samadhi
• Techniques of Inner Strength
• Hostile Forces on the Path
• Attainment of Samadhi

PART I: PRELIMINARIES: I) Definition of Samadhi and Its Aims; II) Development of the Subtle Senses and the Superconsciousness in Man; III) Occult Theories about the Higher Worlds; IV) Different Forms Enveloping the Seat of Consciousness in Man; V) Modern Psychology and Its Methods; VI) The Two Ways Before Us; VII) What Brings the Ecstasy?; PART II: THE THRESHOLD AND THE FIRST STEPS: VIII) Justice in Actions and Intentions; IX) The Building of the Inner Sanctuary; X) The World and the ‘I’; XI) Inner Strength in Us; XII) The Great Law of Sacrifice; XIII) The Law of Transformation; XIV) The Law of Balance in Consciousness; PART III: EN ROUTE: XV) Inner and Outer Obstacles to Achievement; XVI) Defeats and Downfalls; XVII) The Motive Power of Hope; VIII) Hostile Forces on the Path; XIX) The Rising Sun of Samadhi;; XX) Discovery and Resurrection of the Eternal Principle in Man; XXI) The Last Warnings on the Path; PART IV: ATTAINMENT: XXII) In the Orb of Full Light; Bibliography.