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The Yoga of Snakes and Arrows: The Leela of Self-Knowledge [With Fold Out Gameboard] (Edition, New of Leela: The Game of Self-Knowledge)
Johari, Harish
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Navigate the soul's ascent and descent through this ancient Indian game of spiritual self-knowledge.
This edition revitalizes Leela, the profound Hindu game of self-discovery that serves as the spiritual ancestor to Chutes and Ladders. More than mere entertainment, it is a sophisticated tool for mapping the psyche. The set includes a detailed fold-out board with seventy-two distinct spaces, each representing specific virtues, vices, or planes of consciousness. Accompanied by extensive commentary, the game simulates life’s karmic fluctuations through dice rolls, allowing players to repeatedly confront their habitual patterns. It is a tactile meditation on the journey toward the Absolute, turning abstract philosophical concepts into an interactive, lived experience.
This work revitalizes Leela, the profound Hindu game of self-discovery, positioning it as the spiritual ancestor to Chutes and Ladders within the tradition of Eastern philosophy. It serves as a sophisticated tool for mapping the psyche through ancient Indian spiritual practices.
📝 Description: The Yoga of Snakes and Arrows: The Leela of Self-Knowledge [With Fold Out Gameboard] (Edition, New of Leela: The Game of Self-Knowledge)
💎 Expert review
📖 Why choose it
Why this book is worth reading
This volume is ideal for seekers interested in the intersection of play and profound spiritual inquiry. Those who find abstract philosophical concepts difficult to grasp will benefit from this tactile approach, which transforms the journey toward the Absolute into an interactive experience. The fold-out board allows players to repeatedly confront their habitual patterns through dice rolls, simulating life’s karmic fluctuations. It is perfect for individuals who wish to explore virtues, vices, and planes of consciousness in a structured yet dynamic way. By engaging with seventy-two distinct spaces, readers can map their psyche actively. This book offers a unique opportunity to live the philosophy rather than just reading about it, making self-knowledge a tangible, shared activity that bridges the gap between theory and practice.
⭐ Reader reviews
Reader rating
As someone who reads a lot in this field, I can be picky. Solid binding, decent paper — holds up to heavy use. Some sections stopped me cold in the best way. If you're drawn to this subject, don't hesitate.
My third book from this store and this one might be the best. It reads better in small doses — a chapter at a time with notes. It assumes more background than a beginner might have. Recommended with reservations.
I've read excerpts online before, but having the full text is different. It reads better in small doses — a chapter at a time with notes. Some archaic spellings slow things down. Solid, if not essential.
Ordered this after seeing it referenced in another book I was studying. I found myself reading passages aloud just to sit with them. Some chapters demand a slow, careful read, and that's exactly the point. Five stars from me.
A friend in my study group recommended this one. The historical context alone makes it worth the price. A text you study rather than simply read. A keeper.
Harish Johari presents Leela not merely as entertainment but as a sophisticated instrument for spiritual mapping. The inclusion of extensive commentary alongside the fold-out board provides necessary depth, guiding players through seventy-two spaces representing specific virtues and planes of consciousness. However, this is not a casual pastime; it demands serious engagement with one’s habitual patterns and karmic fluctuations. Readers seeking simple diversion or those uninterested in Hindu philosophy may find the repetitive nature of confronting vices tedious. It suits those willing to view dice rolls as spiritual metaphors rather than random chance. The tactile meditation aspect is its greatest strength, turning abstract concepts into lived reality for the dedicated practitioner.
❓ Frequently asked questions
📖 Who should read this
Seekers tired of passive reading who wish to actively engage with spiritual theory. Ideal for those interested in Hindu philosophy, karma, and practical mysticism seeking a unique, hands-on approach to self-analysis.
🎯 Key themes and symbolism
Karmic causality
Consciousness mapping
Soteriological journey
💬 Quotes from the book
“The player's progress on the board is dictated by the fall of a die corresponding to the forces of karma.”
“Repeated encounters with the snakes and arrows... can give shape to habitual patterns of the player.”
📜 Historical context
📚 Glossary
- Leela
- Karma
- Absolute Self
📔 Questions to reflect on
- Which spaces on the board triggered the strongest emotional reaction in you, and what does that reveal about your current attachments?
- How did the sequence of your 'falls' and 'ascents' mirror your recent real-life experiences with loss and gain?
- If you could rewrite the commentary for one space to reflect your current state of mind, what would you change and why?
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