Aphorisms of Narada: An Inquiry Into Love

THE APHORISMS OF NARADA

original: "Nârada Sûtra"

NaradaA celebrated sage in Indian tradition, often depicted as a celestial musician and messenger who travels between worlds. He is regarded as the primary teacher of the path of bhakti, or divine love. SutraLiterally meaning "thread," a sutra is a genre of literature composed of short, aphoristic statements. These "threads" of wisdom were designed to be easily memorized and then expanded upon by a teacher.

This page presents the title of the work. The Nârada Sûtras are a foundational text in the devotional tradition, offering a systematic explanation of how an individual can cultivate a personal, loving relationship with the Divine. The appearance of the title here, following the protective blank leaves, signifies the transition from the physical preparation of the book to the sacred knowledge contained within.