Avataras

""Avataras"" is a spiritual book written by Annie Besant, a prominent Theosophist and spiritual leader of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book explores the concept of avatars, or divine incarnations, in various religious traditions including Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam. Besant delves into the characteristics and teachings of famous avatars such as Krishna, Buddha, Jesus, and Muhammad, and discusses the significance of their lives and messages for humanity. She also explores the idea of future avatars and their potential roles in the spiritual evolution of humanity. Throughout the book, Besant emphasizes the importance of recognizing and honoring the divine within ourselves and others, and the need for spiritual seekers to cultivate compassion, wisdom, and selflessness in order to attain spiritual enlightenment. ""Avataras"" is a thought-provoking and insightful read for anyone interested in the spiritual traditions of the world and the nature of divine manifestation.1899. Four Lectures Delivered at the Twenty-fourth Anniversary Meeting of the Theosophical Society at Adyar Madras, December 1899. Contents: What is an Avatara; The Source of and Need for Avataras; Some Special Avataras; Shri Krishna.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.