Ocean in a Drop Yoga, Meditation and Life in the Himalayas Ocean in a Drop is a stimulating book of discourses on Yoga, Meditation and Life by a great Himalayan ascetic. Having lived a dynamic life of solitary contemplation for more than two decades in a small hut atop Mount Shaivapuri of Himalayan hill ranges that surround the Kathmandu valley, Swami Chandresh for the first time comes forth to share jewels of his precious wisdom to the world outside. During his solitary stay in the Himalayas, Swamiji meditated upon a spiritual way of life integral to the fulfillment of human survival. The book is a startling account of the ideas that originated during his spiritual quest and a compilation of the experiences he shared with his disciples. Ranging from issues like Science in the light of religion, yoga and humanity, environment of Vedic seers, death and immortality and concentration of mind and humanity, Swamiji sheds light on a novel vision of life that shall energize even lay readers. Swamiji who also runs a high-school at Budhaneelkantha considers Western education only book wise. “I believe in the triangular formula of education which involves metaphysics, vocation and only lastly information. An angle cannot occupy the space of happiness in human life. Only a triangle can. The final touchstone for me remains — Can an educated man ultimately make himself happy in his lifespan?” “Swami Chandresh’s art, lifestyle and worldview challenge the stereotype that you might expect him to be . His art takes you to an aerial world in search of enlightenment ….” Yuyutsu RD Sharma in The Kathmandu Post Swami Chandresh was born in Bengal. He is not only a renowned master of Yoga but also a poet, a musician, an educator and a painter. His life accentuated with renunciation and love for living beings has given vent to several philanthropic activities in India as well as Nepal.
Book Author: Swami Chandresh
Gurudeva Swami Chandresh- the name always resonates in my heart and gives me inspiration. I respectfully call him Gurudeva because I am his initiated disciple. Gurudeva was an enlightened Himalayan master born in East Bengal (now Bangladesh).
He was born in a landlord’s family and his grandfather was a senior government official. His father served in many positions including a clerk in the British army. His mother was a humble lady with devotion in her heart. His childhood name was Aurobindo Ghosh. From early childhood, he was little different than other kids. His attention was unwavering. Whenever he focussed on something, he would stare at it for a long duration. He was like dissolved in that concentration. He was a very fearless and bold child. He used to do various stunts to impress his friends and was always a leader in the children’s squad.