Sometimes we want to learn a subject and always the hardest part is just getting the basics.
I had a recent experience here because I posted something that ended up showing that I was not even basically competent on the subject. Rather than to feel guilty or upset over it I decided that perhaps a better way of handling it (as well as a number of other blind spots) was to poll other members who have expertise in areas to give some idea of what books or other media is essential to getting a basic understanding.
One of the assumptions this site is built on is that of everyone being a genius at something. We all have areas where we excel and can share knowledge.
If you feel that you have a good grasp on a subject and would like to share the writings that are needed for someone to have a basic understanding on the topic, please post your thoughts.
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Started by John E. Mead. Last reply by Joe Fulton May 10. 8 Replies 1 Like
I bought this book in 1985 and have recently "found" it in my book shelves. It was the book used at the University of California, Berkeley by their Philosophy department (at that time).A Sourcebook…Continue
Tags: Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, theosophy, Indian Philosophy
Started by John E. Mead. Last reply by John E. Mead Jul 9, 2012. 2 Replies 3 Likes
The Pocket classics series of Shambhala Books is a very quick, cheap, no frills selection to consider.some are listed below. They have more than these. I find these very useful. At work. Bedside.…Continue
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Thanks Captain,
It's good to be back.
Pitar :-)

Comment by Capt. Anand Kumar on October 31, 2012 at 5:23pm Welcome back Peter. We have been missing you here.
Thank you Hari,
I hope to talk soon. Finishing up a book with a deadline for tomorrow. Hope to talk soon. Please forgive the apparent distance. I'm just "waking up" if you know what i mean.
Comment by Hari Menon on October 31, 2012 at 5:44am Dear Peter ,
Just put in a blog or a discussion maybe we can take it up from there - looking forward to your most valuable insights on the same .
I would like to respond, as having taught Ethics and Moral Philosophy, but have no literature to offer. Where might I contribute to my colleague Hari's post?
Comment by Hari Menon on September 27, 2012 at 8:47pm Topic : Ethics (or Nichomachean Ethics)
Book : Ethics of Aristotle printed by - Penguin Books
This book is a wonderful translation from the Greek fragments and one of the best , it has universal validity even today after so many years. First propounded by Aristotle and collated by Nichomachus - It deals with the Intutive aspects of the Intellect and how to attain such a discriminating intellect /knowledge wherein there is automatic parity between the Action , Thought and Feeling leading to an Ethics that is intuitive, without inequity, perfect knowlege and right reasoning (logic) leading to Knowledge and uninterrupted happiness for a sincere adherent.
Written after Plato, it delves deeper to give a good understanding of agency and will in the process. Very good examples as to how to work from the General principles to particulars and vice versa. Excellent for meditation and practice.
A must read for any serious lover of theosophy whether from the East or West.

Comment by Joe Fulton on September 27, 2012 at 7:15am Back to the Foundation Series. Given that Asimov was such a prolific writer, I have to agree with William that there had to be some deeper inspiration, but what specifically it was, I have no clue.

Comment by Joe Fulton on September 27, 2012 at 7:12am Right now I'm kind of in Sufi mode. Lots of stuff by Irides Shah and Pir Vilayat.
Wisdom of the Idiots
Nasrudin
The Sufis
Comment by James Davis on March 16, 2012 at 1:03pm Topic: General Semantics With Spiritual Insights
Name of book: Insights for the Age of Aquarius
Author: Gina Cerminara
Brief description of why item is important:
This is the most important book of its kind and likely unique. It was done as a Quest edition but there are non TS editions also. It expounds the relation between language, thinking, spirituality, and the way any world view takes shape in our minds and in our communication. If you think, you need this book. If you talk and want clarity, you need it. If you want to be understood, get it. If you want to get at the essence of things and understand how language and illusion work on a practical level, you need it.
Best Thoughts,
James
Where to buy; its cheap:
http://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?an=gina&bi=0&...
Comment by L.A Holmes-Boyle on January 15, 2012 at 8:43am Topic: The awakening of one's Divine Child-- a subtle body link in the universal: our true purpose on earth.
Name of Book: The Second Seraph
Author: L.A. Holmes-Boyle
Brief description of why the book is important:
The Ascended Masters share with you, as they did for me: Initiation after Initiation, and changing consciousness: in order for you to become a permanent “Walk-in”--versus: partial.
First, we find a truth and then have to become it--- this book shares about universal truths that allow us to awaken our “Divine Child”--- one’s purpose on earth and enabling one to create heaven on earth.
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