Chants of a Lifetime, Krishna Das
Chants of a Lifetime, Krishna Das
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Chants of a Lifetime

Author: Krishna Das

Narrator: Krishna Das

Unabridged: 10 hr 8 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Hay House LLC

Published: 01/19/2021

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included

Synopsis

Chants of a Lifetime offers an intimate collection of stories, teachings, and insights from Krishna Das, who has been called "the chant master of American yoga" by the New York Times. Since 1994, the sound of his voice singing traditional Indian chants with a Western flavor has brought the spiritual experience of chanting to audiences all over the world. He has previously shared some of his spiritual journey through talks and workshops, but now he offers a unique book-with-audio download combination that explores his fascinating path and creates an opportunity for just about anyone to experience chanting in a unique and special way.Chants of a Lifetime includes photos from Krishna Das's years in India and also from his life as a kirtan leader-and the audio that is offered exclusively in the book consists of a number of "private" chanting sessions with the author. Instead of just being performances of chants for listening, the recordings make it seem as if Krishna Das himself is present for a one-on-one chanting session. The idea is for the listener to explore his or her own practice of chanting and develop a deepening connection with the entire chanting experience.This audio product contains a PDF with supporting material, and the PDF is available to download.

About The Author

In the winter of 1968, Krishna Das met spiritual seeker Ram Dass and was enthralled by the stories of his recent trip to India, where he met the legendary guru Neem Karoli Baba. Soon thereafter, he left behind his dreams of being a rock 'n' roll star and was on his way to India to meet this remarkable Being. In the three years he spent there with Neem Karoli Baba, Krishna Das's heart was drawn to the practice of Bhakti Yoga-the yoga of devotion-and especially to the practice of kirtan (chanting the Divine Names).Krishna Das returned to the United States and, as he continued chanting, developed his signature style, fusing traditional kirtan structure with Western harmonic and rhythmic sensibilities. He travels the world, leading call-and-response kirtans and sharing this deep, experiential practice with thousands of people.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Jessaka on December 20, 2022

It was in the mid 1990s and monks and nuns were leaving the ashrams in droves. I was on my way out the door also. They were leaving due to ill treatment by the organization, and I was leaving because I was disillusioned with their guru.. It was during this time that someone told me that Krishna Das......more

Goodreads review by Wendy on July 05, 2022

I really love Krishna Das and definitely opted to listen to him reading the audiobook. If you spend a bit of time listening to him speak or join his Thursday night satsang there are some stories you could probably just repeat verbatim at this point, and many of them are included in this book- but th......more

Goodreads review by Matt on March 29, 2017

First, this is an unusual book that may strain credulity, depending on your belief system. It is full of stories of "miraculous coincidences," healings, and other unusual occurrences. It is also a record of the author's obsession with his guru, his continual need to have his guru's attention, and th......more

Goodreads review by M. on April 23, 2021

Krishna Das is a wonderful singer and player, with a good heart, and a mind centered on planting seeds and creating a karma he can live with. More than a memoir, this book shows the way in which to live concurrently in a world of desire and prayer. My wife and I listen to a fav playlist of his chant......more

Goodreads review by Hanuman on January 18, 2013

For me Krishna Das, and Ram Dass are a some of the very few people who embody the teachings of Hinduism. They are soaked in the devotion of God and being lucky enough to spend time with him both, I feel much more loving after spending time with them. Chants of a life time is KD's honest life story,......more

Quotes

“Krishna Das offers a gift of love—this candid, lively, and helpful guide to the path that opens the heart. Chants of a Lifetime is an instant spiritual classic.”
— Daniel Goleman, the author of Emotional Intelligence

“In Chants of a Lifetime, Krishna Das opens a door to a world of boundless love. This is a book about a real and transformational path—including all of life’s challenges, inspiration, and uncertainty. It serves as an invitation to unwavering happiness.”
— Sharon Salzberg, the author of Lovingkindness:The Revolutionary Art of Happiness

“Knowing the sweet power and depth of Krishna Das’s singing, I was delighted to see, in this honest testament, how he got there. This book shows how Kirtan (singing the names of God) enters into our spiritual heart and then lights it up.”
— Ram Dass, the author of Be Here Now

“Like a night of ecstatic chanting, this book throws open the doors of the heart. Krishna Das writes like he sings: with earthy, quirky, luminous clarity. Chants of a Lifetime is a reminder that simply uttering any of the many names of the Beloved has the power to free us from ourselves, and make of our hearts an offering to the One. May we never again forget. May we never stop singing.”
— Mirabai Starr, the author of new translations of John of the Cross and Teresa of Avila

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