Here is a list of spiritual books that I recommend. Not all these are bestsellers—and many spiritual books bestsellers are not included in this list. This is a list based on my own study, taste and recommendation.
Please note that I have not read every single one these books—some of them are still on my reading queue. I still feel comfortable recommending them because I know and trust the work of that particular author.
As an introduction to these books, check out my article on what is spirituality, and learn about the different spiritual paths and practices.
If you are looking for a book more focused on meditation techniques from multiple traditions, check out Practical Meditation.
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BUDDHIST Spiritual Books
Classical Buddhism
Zen Buddhism
INDIAN Spiritual Books
Yoga & Hinduism
Bhagavad Gita
Yoga Sutras
Other Traditional Texts
Modern Texts
Life Stories
Advaita Vedanta (nonduality)
Introduction
Classical Texts
Modern Texts
Tantra
General
Kashmir Shaivism
OTHER Traditions
Sufism
Daoism (Taoism)
Christian Mysticism
