The Original Be Here Now Talks

by Ram Dass

Recorded on March 30-31, 1969, at a New York City sculpture studio, these are the original talks by Ram Dass that became basis for his seminal book, Be Here Now.

Genres: Spirituality

Audio CD

First published December 8, 2015

About the author

Ram Dass (Richard Alpert), was one of America's most beloved spiritual figures, making his mark on the world giving teachings and promoting loving service, harmonious business practices, and conscious care for the dying. His spirit has been a guiding light for four generations, carrying millions along on the journey, helping free them from their bonds as he has worked his way through his own.

Reviews

[Nate · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brahmā is That which lies behind the illusion. There - there is no you, there is no me. There is just Here. Living eternally Here Now is Being, beyond the illusion. In our natural state, we are one with all that is peaceful, blissful and in love with all that is one.

[Yanal · Rating 3 out of 5]

I listened to this on audible and it was easy to listen to, but just make sure you know which Be Here Now you are getting. I didn't know that the Be Here Now book originated from the Be Here Now talks that Ram Dass conducting in his time in New York. Thus, the audible version I listened is the actual recording of the talks so it's not read as book. You are basically listening in on the event so it's a bit muddled at times and the topics can be scattered or difficult to follow. Despite that I was able to glean a few important takeaways such as you don't need to travel abroad to become spiritually enlightened because spiritually enlightened starts with you the individual. You can be right in your home, in your bedroom and taking the time to be present. This alone is all you need where you spend time listen to who you are. Also, in the talks Ram Dass takes on a journey of his path and along the way he stops to explain different practices in yoga or meditation. I think I will pick the actual book and read to extract more insights.

[Clay · Rating 2 out of 5]

There are some interesting ideas and paradoxes contained in the talks, and it was interesting to see into the scene in which these talks were given. Ram Dass (aka Richard Alpert) "is a real gas," to use his own words.
It's hard for me to rate books like these, because I feel like they are a composition of a bit of clarity mixed with a bunch of flim-flam.

[Kurt Anderson · Rating 2 out of 5]

I like Ram Dass, but it's a good thing that this wasn't my first exposure to his ideas. Listen to this if you're a fellow "completionist," otherwise stick to his other speeches.

[Tiklu Ganguly · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very beautiful talk. Contains a lot of deep spiritual wisdoms.

[Sandie Gascon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great talk. Classic. Funny and light hearted. Love the mantra's. Love Ram Dass

[GdM · Rating 4 out of 5]

Listened in one day and sent over to Natalie who listened immediately. We convened later on in the warm summer evening at the park across from my home and discussed our thoughts 💭

[hoofdletterF · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interessant, maar niet mindblowing, gewoon het verhaal van een man