About Mananam
The Sanskrit word Mananam means reflection. The Mananam Series of books is dedicated to promoting the ageless
wisdom of Vedanta, with an emphasis on the unity of all religions. Spiritual teachers from different traditions
give us fresh, insightful answers to age-old questions so that we may apply them in a practical way to the
dilemmas we all face in life. It is published by Chinmaya Mission West, which was founded by Swami Chinmayananda
in 1975.
Swami Chinmayananda pursued the spiritual path in the Himalayas, under the guidance of Swami Sivananda
and Swami Tapovanam. He is credited with the awakening of India and the rest of the world to the ageless
wisdom of Vedanta. He taught the logic of spirituality and emphasized that selfless work, study, and
meditation are the cornerstones of spiritual practice. His legacy remains in the form of books, audio
and video tapes, schools, social service projects, and Vedanta teachers who now serve their local
communities all around the world.
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