Victory Over Death (English): Spirituality for the Modern Youth Series

In the book' Your Secret Journey ' we discussed about reincarnation, evolution, karma and material and spiritual nature. It presents the problems and this book' Victory Over Death ' presents the solution to the problems. You may see the chapter flow to appreciate how to use this book.

1) How a human being is remarkably different and more evolved in comparison to an animal, and how he can take initiative in understanding the sublime truths about one's deliverance from suffering, is the beginning of this book. 2) Everyone in this world is shackled by three ropes, or modes, called goodness, passion and ignorance, which determine our behaviour and traits. Here we also explain the relevance of this subject in the lives of modern corporate leaders or managers. 3) Indeed our quest for truth or happiness will depend on the mode in which we are situated. Generally, those in passion and ignorance invite trouble by uselessly searching for pleasure in temporary material things, but those in goodness can use this mode as a springboard to ascend to pure goodness. Only in pure goodness can one be totally free from the contaminations of this world. 4) Till one comes to that stage, one has to take support of Varnasrama dharma and perform prescribed duties. One should know how a Vaishnava devotee stands above all the varnas and ashrams. 5) and 6) Often there are misconceptions amongst people about which path is superior-jnana, yoga or bhakti. These two chapters clarify the position of bhakti in relation to other paths as well the destinations achieved by different types of practitioners. 7) Having understood the fact that the ultimate goal of life is to become a Vaishnava or a pure devotee of the Lord, this chapter gives practical tips about things favourable and unfavourable for a beginner in spiritual life. 8) The most essential aspect of a Vaishnava's life is remembrance of Krishna. How to achieve that state of constant remembrance of Krishna is explained with many illustrations. 9) There is an art of preparing oneself for death. What we weave now we will wear later. This chapter speaks about facing death confidently by adequate preparation. 10) How should a devotee face death? Who is defeated at death? Who conquers death? All this is explained with many practical illustrations and pastimes from scriptures in the last two chapters that conclude with practical tips on chanting of holy names.

Thus, this book deals with prakriti, karma and kala in a lucid fashion, highlighting devotional service in the last four chapters. The book has been compiled with easy-to-understand information, still keeping in mind a logical minded reader. We hope this book brings you abundant understanding about life's ultimate purpose and takes you close to the lotus feet of the Lord.

Hare Krishna.

Radheshyam das,

Director President, Vedic, ISKCON oasis for, Pune inspiration., Culture & Education (VOICE), Pune