Andrew Cohen Knihy

This book is a strikingly original and powerfully experiential journey through the modern spiritual world, both East and West. Describing the evolution of his own understanding through his meetings with teachers from various traditions, Andrew weaves and exposes that which is simultaneously provocative and uplifting. Through questioning many of the current spiritual paradigms, he opens a door to a deeper understanding, revealing what the goal of liberation actually is, unencumbered by the usual myths and superstitions that are so prevalent in the spiritual world today. Andrew's bold call to think independently challenges the reader to look beyond that which may have become all too familiar.

The Wonders of the Solar System - from the giant ice fountains of Enceladus to the liquid methane seas of Titan and from storms twice the size of the Earth to the tortured moon of Io with its giant super-volcanoes - is the solar system as you have never seen it before. It takes us on a journey of discovery where alien worlds from your imagination become places we can see, feel and visit.

There are two fundamental spiritual questions that all true seekers want to know the answer to. The first is: "Who am I? Who am I beyond the mind, beyond the personality, beyond any fixed notion of self?" The second question is: "How shall I live? How can I live in a way that manifests the spiritual vision of profound simplicity, dynamic freedom and perfect oneness?" All the questions that have been asked of spiritual masters throughout history in the end refer to these two questions alone: Who am I? and How shall I live?

Every night, above our heads, a drama of epic proportions is playing out. Diamond planets, zombie stars, black holes heavier than a billion Suns. The cast of characters is extraordinary, and each one has its own incredible story to tell. We once thought of our Earth as unique, but we have now discovered thousands of alien planets, and that's barely a fraction of the worlds that are out there. And there are more stars in the Universe than grains of sand on every planet in the Solar System. But amid all this vastness, the Milky Way Galaxy, our Sun and the Earth are home to the only known life in the Universe - at least for now. With a foreword from Professor Brian Cox, and access to all the latest stunning NASA photography, Andrew Cohen takes readers on a voyage of discovery, via the probes and telescopes exploring the outer reaches of our galaxy, revealing how it was formed and how it will inevitably be destroyed by the enigmatic black hole at its heart. And beyond our galaxy, the expanding Universe, which holds clues to the biggest mystery of all - how did it all begin? We now know more about those first moments of existence than we ever thought possible, and hidden in this story of how it all began are the clues to the fate of the Universe itself and everything in it.

Professor Brian Cox takes readers out of this world and into a whole new dimension as he gives us a new perspective on human life. Following the spark of human curiosity from its ignition in the distant past to its journey into the future, the book spans the history of the universe, as Brian attempts to understand the greatest wonder of them all - humankind.

Every night, above our heads, a drama of epic proportions is playing out. Diamond planets, zombie stars, black holes heavier than a billion Suns. The cast of characters is extraordinary, and each one has its own incredible story to tell. We once thought of our Earth as unique, but we have now discovered thousands of alien planets, and that's barely a fraction of the worlds that are out there. And there are more stars in the Universe than grains of sand on every planet in the Solar System. But amid all this vastness, the Milky Way Galaxy, our Sun and the Earth are home to the only known life in the Universe - at least for now. With a foreword from Professor Brian Cox, and access to all the latest stunning NASA photography, Andrew Cohen takes readers on a voyage of discovery, via the probes and telescopes exploring the outer reaches of our galaxy, revealing how it was formed and how it will inevitably be destroyed by the enigmatic black hole at its heart. And beyond our galaxy, the expanding Universe, which holds clues to the biggest mystery of all - how did it all begin? We now know more about those first moments of existence than we ever thought possible, and hidden in this story of how it all began are the clues to the fate of the Universe itself and everything in it.

At Harvard Divinity School in late October 1997, Andrew delivered this flawless teaching on the nature of wanting, the endless craving for material things, and its relationship to the spiritual life. The talk carefully describes the relationship between our most fundamental desire to have and possess for ourselves, the compelling excitement these desires elicit in us, and the enormous potential for suffering and confusion they engender when left unexamined in our lives. Andrew's words echo and renew timeless teachings on the causes of human suffering and the end of that suffering. The distinctions he makes are vital to any sincere inquiry into the core of human nature and the goal of spiritual attainment. From this vast perspective this deeply confusing subject can actually be seen with a clarity that has the power to liberate.

Sunday Times BestsellerA breathtaking and beautiful exploration of our planet, this groundbreaking book accompanies the BBC One TV series, providing the deepest answers to the simplest questions.

The author presents a critical perspective on Canada, exploring themes of national identity and the potential squandered by its citizens. Through insightful commentary, he challenges readers to reflect on their relationship with the country and its resources. This thought-provoking narrative combines personal anecdotes with broader social observations, encouraging a deeper understanding of Canada's complexities and the responsibilities of its people.