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The Journey Home: Autobiography of an American Swami by Radhanath Swami

The Journey Home: Autobiography of an American Swami by Radhanath Swami

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The Journey Home is a spiritual memoir chronicling the remarkable transformation of Richard Slavin, a young American seeker who later becomes Radhanath Swami, a revered spiritual leader in the bhakti-yoga tradition. Set in the late 1960s and early 1970s, the book traces his journey from suburban Chicago to the mystical landscapes of India. Along the way, he encounters diverse spiritual traditions, lives among Himalayan yogis, and meets spiritual luminaries like Mother Teresa, Swami Satchidananda, and eventually, A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, founder of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). The memoir blends adventure, introspection, and spiritual wisdom, offering readers both a gripping travelogue and a deeply personal exploration of faith, identity, and the search for meaning.

About the Author –

Radhanath Swami, born Richard Slavin in 1950 in Chicago, is a spiritual teacher, author, and monk in the Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition of India. After a transformative journey to India in his late teens, he became a disciple of A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada and committed his life to the practice and teaching of bhakti-yoga. As a senior spiritual leader in ISKCON, he has played a major role in community development, interfaith dialogue, and humanitarian projects, particularly in Mumbai, India. Radhanath Swami is known for his humility, wisdom, and ability to connect Eastern spirituality with Western audiences. His books, including The Journey Home and The Journey Within, have inspired seekers around the world.

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