Yoga Vasistha

The Yoga Vasistha is a comprehensive and influential text in Hinduism, dated between the 6th to 15th centuries CE. It is structured as a dialogue between sage Vasistha and Lord Rama, exploring themes such as the illusory nature of the world, the principles of Maya and Brahman, and the path to spiritual liberation through self-effort and meditation.

The text includes numerous stories and fables to illustrate its philosophical teachings, which are rooted in Advaita Vedanta.

It has been highly respected for its practical mysticism and its ability to bridge the gap between secular and sacred aspects of human life.