Book Review by Kathe Forrest

Marriage on the Spiritual Path is quite an impressive title, yet Shakti Parwha Kaur Khalsa has delivered a powerful book for those seeking a strong and committed relationship. This book was written for "people on any spiritual path" and is not a religious book.

Shakti Parwha Kaur Khalsa, (author of Kundalini Yoga: The Flow of Eternal Power) has been giving advice on marriage for over 38 years. Marriage on the Spiritual Path is a marriage manual for those about to tie the knot or for those wedded many years.

Shakti’s teacher, Yogi Bhajan (Master of Kundalini yoga and credited with bringing the technology to the west), spoke to couples about the differences between a man and a woman, how to get along with each other, the power of a woman and much more. Shakti has written and put together a 15-chapter volume, which includes his lectures on this most spiritual path.

Chapter Three for instance, takes you to the heart of the matter by explaining What is Love? Shakti writes that it is heart- centered – with consistent giving and being kind. That it’s unconditional, accepting the differences between the two of you. Other chapters include: Words for Women and Messages for Men, similar to John Gray (Men are from Mars) but coming from a spiritual perspective. There are also chapters on money and how to settle differences.

Above all, Shakti encourages Discussion! Talk about everything – do you want children? How will you raise them? Do you want to live in the country or the city? The in-laws. Have these dialogues before the Big Day! Marriage on the Spiritual Path includes and does a very good job of describing "technology" to use in your life together. "Seeing the God in your partner changes your whole perspective and meditating together raises your consciousness."

The last few chapters include personal stories from married couples as well as two complete wedding ceremonies, one performed by Yogi Bhajan and one (non-Sikh) by Shakti, an ordained minister. Recognizing your commitment before friends and family and doing it in a sacred environment is important, writes Shakti.

Marriage on the Spiritual Path is recommended for everyone who is looking for not only an entertaining read but also down to earth insights on a most Holy Path.

Kathe has been teaching yoga since 1999 and in Texas since 2002.

She teaches Hatha and Kundalini. She is also a Freelance Reporter/Producer, Digital Editor and has produced news and feature stories for various regional and national programs including Art Beat and W.I.N.G.S.