Christ the Yogi: A Hindu Reflection on the Gospel of John

by Ravi Ravindra

An unusual and rewarding exploration of the Gospel of John from an Indian perspective, offering a meditation on our need to draw inspiration from all spiritual sources as we search for the paths toward personal transformation * Eloquently and convincingly reveals the interconnectedness of all * faiths and the growing need in today's world for interfaith dialogue The Gospel of John differs from the other gospels of the New Testament in both its cosmological scale and mystical nature. Through thoughtful comparisons of its teachings with Hindu and other religious traditions, Christ the Yogi eloquently and convincingly reveals the interconnectedness of all faiths and the growing need in today's world for interfaith dialogue. For those concerned with the emergence of a universal spirituality, Christ the Yogi is a source of light, a translucent pool of wisdom that offers from its depths an immense and lasting spiritual vision.

Genres: Christianity

244 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 1998

Reviews

[Jake Maguire · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book. Ravindra goes into detail about the similarities between early Christian beliefs and the east- and how they coincide with the works in the Vedas, Upanishads, and the neoplatonic writings, specifically Plotinus. Highly recommended for students of world religions.