Ramesh S. Balsekar
Born in 1917
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Hinduism
Ramesh S. Balsekar was an Indian spiritual teacher and author who popularized Advaita Vedanta philosophy.
A disciple of Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj, Balsekar was influenced by Ramana Maharshi and Wei Wu Wei.
He wrote over 20 books on non-duality and regularly hosted seekers at his Mumbai home.
Balsekar's teachings centered on the concept of an ultimate Source (Brahman) from which all creation arises.
He emphasized the mechanistic nature of life and the illusion of free will, asserting that all actions and events are predetermined by the Source, which he identified as pure Consciousness.
Balsekar's approach to Advaita often diverged from traditional interpretations, particularly in his strong emphasis on predestination.
