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The latest book from the author of the classic Songs of Submission (on the practice of Subud), and a significant contribution to the mystical literature of the twentieth century. Aspirant! deals with the most important themes of practical mysticism. In a simple, poetic and human way, and with memorable imagery, the author brings forth hidden ideas of real value to anyone seriously concerned with the inner work, no matter to what path or faith they may belong.

These poems, prayers and reflections speak to the situation of everyone who tries to live in awareness of God's presence. The themes of suffering and joy stand in balance.

The exciting story of two children's quest for truth and reality. Beset by dangers and forces which try to divert them from their goal, they find an 'inner guide' in the form of a gold medallion given them at the very start of their journey - a 'divine spark' which wants to rejoin its source and which therefore shows them the right way. Highly successful in French, German, Dutch, Italian, Spanish and Norwegian translations. The English version can be ordered through Subud Publications International.

This is the first volume of the English translation of the complete talks of Bapak Muhammad Subuh Sumohadiwidjojo. It contains all of the surviving recorded talks given by Bapak on his first 'around the world' tour (1957-8) - the historic arrival of Subud in the West. The 45 talks in this volume have been newly translated from the original recordings, many of which have never been published before, and are packed with fascinating and inspiring material.

This second volume of the English translation of the complete recorded talks of Bapak Muhammad Subuh Sumohadiwidjojo. It covers Bapak's return to the East after completing his first world tour of Europe, USA and Australia. The 22 talks in this volume were recorded in Jakarta, Malang, Colombo, Singapore, Yogyakarta, Tokyo, Mexico City, Caracas and Santiago. They have been newly translated from the original recordings, many of which have never been published before.

Contains 22 talks (3 Sep - 9 Dec 1959) recorded in Exeter, Bristol. Brookhurst Grange, Garstang. Sheffield, London, Birmingham, Coombe Springs, Edinburgh, Paris, Wolfsburg, Munich. Vienna and Plannegg and includes:

• How the inner feeling spreads through the body, the five senses and the three sources of feeling.
• How the latihan helps us in outwardly life.
• The difference between revelation and worldly success.
• How to be able to receive - not more quickly - but more smoothly.
• What to do if in your latihan your thinking and imagination are still working.
• The many benefits of doing latihan in a group.

This is a selection of talks given by Ibu Rahayu, not a definitive collection of all the talks she made in the years 1989-1994. The purpose of Ibu Rahayu's talks are to remind us of why we are doing the latihan and to help us to remain steadfast by rekindling our inner enthusiasm. Her explanations are direct and clear. This 88 page volume covers talks for helpers, the different generations and general talks.

ISBN 0 9682254 1 1

Adam and his children is a unique story of the development of human life from the first explosion of light, through history, to the present day. Its extraordinary perspective provides remarkable answers to the question: What is the purpose of human life on earth?

Once in a while. something marvellous happens and your second reaction after the gee-whiz part, is to wonder why it has taken so long for something like this to be written. Well, who knows - except that maybe it's because you've asked for it. This book shares many of the issues of concern and interest to those who are new, young and interested in Subud, and responds to those issues. Dip into it any time. You don't have to read it from cover to cover. Practically everything you would want to know about Subud and the latihan is explored, in a clearly referenced and user friendly way. Remember though, this is not a rule book - follow your own latihan.

From the first World Congress in 1959 through to his death in 1987, Bapak continually reminded us, with an ever growing sense of urgency of the need for enterprises - both for our own development and for the growth of Subud. Indeed, in his last recorded talk he drew attention to the lack of progress in this area, and called upon Subud members to exhibit courage in order to succeed in enterprises. Human Enterprise reminds us of Bapak's urgings and, we hope, provides inspiration for those ready to take up the enterprise challenge.

The booklet has been long out of print and I felt that it was time for it to be reprinted. The last passage alone "Marriage and the act of love", a superb panegyric of 'love as the bliss of our being,' would be worth publishing alone. And Ibu Rahayu has been giving many talks about the subject.

I want to thank Leonard Hurd, Manager of SPI (Subud Publications International) for seeing the booklet through to press, and Marcus Bolt for designing the witty front cover. It made me laugh when I first saw it. All proceeds from the sale of this booklet go to SPI.

£2.00 UK. £2.15 Europe £2.50 rest of world (inc p&p)

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