{"product_id":"autobiography-of-a-yogi-by-paramahansa-yogananda-1","title":"Autobiography of a yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"217\"\u003eBook Summary: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"219\" data-end=\"371\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"25\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eAutobiography of a Yogi\u003c\/em\u003e is a spiritual classic first published in 1946, offering an intimate account of Paramahansa Yogananda's life and his quest for self-realization.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe book begins with his childhood in India, detailing his early experiences with spirituality and his search for a guru.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eYogananda's journey led him to meet his revered teacher, Swami Sri Yukteswar, who guided him in the practice of Kriya Yoga—a technique aimed at accelerating spiritual growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"531\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe narrative unfolds to describe Yogananda's travels to the United States in 1920, where he introduced Kriya Yoga to the Western world.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHe founded the Self-Realization Fellowship in Los Angeles, an organization dedicated to disseminating his teachings.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThroughout the book, Yogananda shares encounters with various spiritual luminaries and mystics, recounting miraculous events and profound insights that shaped his spiritual path.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"533\" data-end=\"651\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe autobiography serves as both a personal memoir and a guide to understanding the deeper aspects of human consciousness, offering readers a glimpse into the life of a yogi dedicated to the pursuit of divine truth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"703\"\u003eAbout the Author: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"705\" data-end=\"863\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParamahansa Yogananda\u003c\/strong\u003e, born Mukunda Lal Ghosh on January 5, 1893, in Gorakhpur, India, was a renowned spiritual teacher and the first Indian yogi to gain a significant following in the West.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eAt the age of 27, he traveled to the United States to attend the International Congress of Religious Liberals in Boston.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eImpressed by the interest in Eastern spirituality, he decided to remain in America to share the teachings of Kriya Yoga.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/brieflane.com\/en\/books\/autobiography-of-a-yogi?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[0.5625em] font-medium text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]! transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between absolute\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"-me-1 flex h-full items-center rounded-full px-1 text-[#8F8F8F]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"1063\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIn 1925, Yogananda settled in Los Angeles and established the Self-Realization Fellowship, aiming to foster a greater understanding between Eastern and Western spiritual traditions.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHis teachings emphasized the unity of all religions and the importance of direct personal experience of the Divine.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eYogananda's influence extended beyond his lectures and writings; he was also known for his ability to bridge cultural divides and inspire individuals from various backgrounds to explore spiritual practices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1223\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHe passed away on March 7, 1952, but his legacy endures through his writings, teachings, and the continued work of the Self-Realization Fellowship.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"25\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eAutobiography of a Yogi\u003c\/em\u003e remains a seminal work in the field of spiritual literature, inspiring countless individuals worldwide on their own journeys of self-discovery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best of used books","offers":[{"title":"Refurbished","offer_id":48751288844545,"sku":"3240N2IGX-Used","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/files\/41VjcFhGtwL._SY445_SX342_FMwebp.webp?v=1778240418","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/autobiography-of-a-yogi-by-paramahansa-yogananda-1","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}