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词条 Swami Parthasarathy
释义

  1. Vedanta

  2. Lifetime

      Books    Vedanta Academy    Corporate Guru    Self-management    Speeches    Press Coverage  

  3. References

  4. External links

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|website = {{URL|http://www.vedantaworld.org/}}}}Swami Parthasarathy, popularly known as Swamiji and as A. Parthasarathy (ca. 1927 – ) is a philosopher and exponent [1] of Vedanta, one of the ancient philosophies of India.[1] He translates the subtle philosophical themes into a practical technique of living.[2] He has multiple degrees in literature, science and law, and completed a postgraduation in international law from London University.[2] Renouncing a shipping business early in life,[2] he has dedicated his life to study, research and propagation of Vedanta. His writings, discourses and seminars have featured in international press and television media.[2] Business, sport and film celebrities regularly seek his counsel.[3]

Vedanta

Vedanta is derived from two words, veda knowledge and anta end. Vedanta means the culmination of knowledge. It presents eternal principles of life and living, equips one with the strength of intellect to meet challenges and live a life of action and peace. Above all, its philosophy leads one to the ultimate goal of Self-Realisation.[4]

Lifetime

At 90 years, Swamiji follows a daily schedule of yoga and jogging. He is also an accomplished sportsman, regularly winning most-valuable player awards for his Academy cricket team.

In over five decades of service, Swamiji's contribution has been the translation of subtle philosophical themes into practical techniques of living. An exercise that has reduced stress and increased productivity among human beings.{{citation needed|date=June 2013}}

His personality and lifetime effort has been profiled in books prescribed for students in India:[2]

  • {{cite book|title= 101 Great Indians who have made India proud in the last century. }}
  • {{cite book|title= 101 Great Indian Saints (portrayed on the front cover). }}
  • {{cite book|title= 101 Great Indian Authors and Poets }}
  • {{cite book|title= The Mind of the Guru, foreworded by the Dalai Lama. }}

Books

Swamiji has written nine books, including three best sellers. The Complete Works of Swami Parthasarathy was released in 2012 as a single book. It contains all of Swamiji’s publications:

  • The Holocaust of Attachment
  • The Fall of the Human Intellect
  • Governing Business & Relationships
  • Select English Poems
  • Vedanta Treatise: The Eternities
  • Bhaja Govindam
  • Atmabodha
  • Bhagavad Gita
  • Choice Upanishads
  • The Symbolism of Hindu Gods and Rituals

Vedanta Academy

In 1988 he founded the Vedanta Academy which runs continual three-year residential courses to disseminate Vedanta to students from India and abroad.

The Vedanta Academy offers three year full-time residential courses for students regardless of race or religion.

They are taught a range of texts on Vedanta philosophy which includes select works from English literature and poetry as well.

The Academy’s educational system is focused on the development of the human intellect and not merely providing intelligence on a subject. The medium of instruction is English with a module in Sanskrit language. On completion graduates are awarded a diploma in Vedanta philosophy.

Corporate Guru

Swamiji’s lifetime research has formulated Self-management courses for corporations worldwide.

He has been acclaimed as one of the leading corporate gurus for international institutions such as the Young Entrepreneurs’ Organisation, Young Presidents’ Organisation, World Presidents’ Organisation, World Economic Forum and distinguished business schools.{{citation needed|date=June 2013}}

Self-management

After decades of research, Swami Parthasarathy has developed practical techniques of Self-Management that increase productivity, reduce stress and develop the essential components of leadership.{{citation needed|date=June 2013}}

His teachings develop the clarity in thinking needed to

  • Reduce stress in everyday living
  • Increase productivity at work
  • Maintain harmony in relationships
  • Master the technique of living

Speeches

He has spoken to{{citation needed|date=June 2013}}

  • The Festival of Thinkers as a keynote speaker alongside sixteen Nobel Laureates
  • The Aspen Ideas Festival, also as a keynote
  • The Young Presidents’ Organization
  • The World Presidents’ Organization
  • The World Economic Forum
  • Harvard
  • Wharton
  • NASA
  • Microsoft
  • Ford
  • Indian cricket team

Press Coverage

Swami Parthasarathy has been featured in print and electronic media worldwide including{{citation needed|date=June 2013}}

  • TIME
  • New Yorker
  • Businessweek
  • CNBC
  • Sunday Times London
  • the New York Post
  • The Times of India

References

1. ^http://www.vedantaworld.org/
2. ^{{cite web |url=http://www.vedantaworld.org/founder.htm |title=Archived copy |accessdate=2013-05-24 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20130630171351/http://vedantaworld.org/founder.htm |archivedate=2013-06-30 |df= }}
3. ^{{cite web |url=http://www.vedantaworld.org/founder_person.htm |title=Archived copy |accessdate=2013-06-10 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20130721131334/http://www.vedantaworld.org/founder_person.htm |archivedate=2013-07-21 |df= }}
4. ^http://www.vedantaworld.org/vedanta.htm{{dead link|date=March 2018 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}

External links

  • Vedanta Academy
  • Forbes India: Feb 20, 2013 – Applying Swami Parthasarathy’s Vedanta to Boardrooms
  • Time Magazine: Oct 18, 2007 – Swami, How They Love Ya
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