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traditions: the Vedic tradition (dharma), Buddhism, Jainism, the Judeo-Christian tradition, Sikhism, and Islam. By illustrating the main tenets of these religions together in one volume, Maharishi Santsevi Ji, in his wisdom, has shown that all of these religions, so seemingly different in nature, are nevertheless inherently rooted in the one Truth, which is expressed variously.
Traditionally, Santmat is concerned with the esoteric teachings of the various sants, but Swami Ji has extended the scope of Santmat by relating it to the core of each of the major religions of the world, through survey of the sacred texts and teachings of their prominent exponents. He explores the fundamental principles within each of the religious traditions. At the same time, Swami Ji is careful to not undermine the external doctrines and expressions which give form and
structure to these traditions.
Shri Santsevi Ji has thereby confirmed the ancient Vedic saying: Truth is one; the sages speak of it in various ways. The purpose of religion (re-legare in Latin, meaning 'to unite') is, indeed, not to divide, but to unite. The intent of this presentation is to sustain unity and harmony, as the Sanskrit word dharma connotes. Dharma, often translated as “religion, indicates the
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