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Unlock the profound truth that every human being carries within them the reflection of the Divine. In this luminous volume, Swami Abhedananda invites readers on a transformative journey through the teachings of Vedanta, revealing that beneath the veils of ignorance and limited identity lies a soul radiant with infinite potential. He beautifully illustrates how the human condition—caught between its animal instincts and higher aspirations—is akin to twilight before the dawn of spiritual awakening.Through a series of insightful essays, Swami Abhedananda explores enduring questions of God’s nature, the unity of all faiths, and humanity’s sacred relationship to the Absolute. His core message resonates: though we may appear divided, we share the same divine essence. As he writes, “however animal the expression of the nature of an ordinary man of the world may be, his soul is still the image of the Divinity which holds potentially in its bosom all divine powers and blessed qualities.''In these illuminating talks, Swami Abhedananda explores two complementary dimensions of spiritual life—the sacred art of purposeful action and the path toward inner awakening.Philosophy of WorkThrough this series, Swami Abhedananda reveals how work, when enlivened by the right motive and discipline, becomes a vehicle for spiritual transformation. From the concept of duty and motive to the subtle psychology of self-control and focus, he shows that work undertaken with devotion and mindfulness elevates the soul.Spiritual UnfoldmentHere, he journeys into the steps of inner growth—starting with self-control, advancing through concentration and meditation, and culminating in the realization of God-consciousness. These lectures underscore that by mastering the mind and directing our thoughts toward the Supreme, we align ourselves with our highest spiritual destiny.