Saturday, April 2, 2016

“Chant and Be Happy” based on the teachings of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swarmi Prabhupada

I was given this little book as a gift, mostly because it includes an interview with George Harrison, and a shorter one with John Lennon and Yoko Ono. It’s a pretty complete book though, regardless of its size. It even gives you instructions on how to chant at the end, and how to make your own chanting beads. I have read a lot about meditation techniques, but this is the first that I have seen focusing so intensely on Hare Krishna chanting. It’s a technique that I’d like to gain more experience with.

There’s also a brief biography on the Swami and his works, as well as a kind of random story about how another teacher reformed a prostitute. I’d say that it was included to show the parallel between him and Jesus, but I’m not sure.

Not going to lie, probably the only reason why anyone would be interested in this work is the interview with George Harrison. It is a very good one, it discusses spirituality and its effect on his work a lot, even pulling specific lyrics to show its influence. A great read even if you already have extensive knowledge about his career.


So this is a short read, but it is very illuminating, from multiple perspectives. Grab it if you get the chance!

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