A concise introduction to the major concepts of Vedanta presented in a question and answer format that addresses both the central teachings of Vedanta and the misunderstandings of the teachings. Includes glossary of common terms. A lucid and readable introduction... Highly recommended. --Lance E Nelson, Ph.D. Professor and Chair Dept. of Theology, University of San Diego Swami Atmarupananda has performed a valuable service in writing (this book)...an excellent introduction to either the seeker or the student, or t hose who are both. --Robert Hunt, Director of Global Theological Education, So. Methodist University Swami Atmarupananda, renowned author and teacher, combines humor and a down-to-earth practicality in conveying the subtleties of spiritual development. After seven years of monastic training in India, the swami served as the resident minister of the San Diego branch of the Vedanta Society of Southern California and later at the Vivekananda Retreat in Ridgely, New York. Currently he resides at the Ramakrishna Monastery in Trabuco Canyon, California, a branch of the Vedanta Society of Southern California. --Crow Museum Announcement of Pending Talk The author has been a monk of the Ramakrishna Order for over 40 years. As an American, he understands the need to approach Vedanta from the Western standpoint.