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Ram Dass

Ram Dass was an American spiritual teacher and author whose work combined Hindu devotional and contemplative teachings with modern approaches to spiritual practice.

Tradition / area: Hindu-influenced contemporary spirituality

Who is Ram Dass?

Ram Dass was an American spiritual teacher and author whose work combined Hindu devotional and contemplative teachings with modern approaches to spiritual practice.

Teachings and significance

His books discuss meditation, devotion, service, awareness and the teacher-student relationship.

Major works, practices or public legacy

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What tradition is Ram Dass associated with?

Hindu-influenced contemporary spirituality.

What is Ram Dass known for?

Ram Dass was an American spiritual teacher and author whose work combined Hindu devotional and contemplative teachings with modern approaches to spiritual practice.

Where should I start researching Ram Dass?

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Sources and verification

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