This memoir traces the extraordinary path of Avadhoota Nadananda, a seeker who left behind worldly comforts to embrace a life of surrender, discipline, and divine guidance. Born into a traditional Shakta Namboodiri family, his quest led him through the silent forests of the Himalayas, where he undertook intense sadhana under the guidance of his Guru, Avadhoota Tara Mayee. Living without money, begging, or possessions, he followed his Guru‘s instruction: “The food that comes to you is meant for you; accept with gratitude. When food fails to reach you, observe fasting.”
Nadananda's journey was not just one of personal transformation but also of unwavering commitment to selfless service. He became a luminous authority on the Samaya Marga of Srividya Upasana and took on roles as a Sanyasi, Guru, and social worker. His experiences, from the trials of early life to the mystical realms of Gyanganj, are recounted with vulnerability and grace.
This autobiography is more than a personal narrative; it‘s an invitation to reflect on the deeper purpose of life and the path of living for others. As Nadananda writes, “Seva hi mam dharma”—selfless service is the religion of an Avadhoota.
