Sivananda Quotes

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Swami Sivananda (September 8, 1887 – July 14, 1963) was a renowned Indian spiritual leader, yoga master, and prolific author. Originally named Kuppuswami, he was a physician before renouncing worldly life to become a monk. In 1936, he founded the Divine Life Society in Rishikesh, India, dedicated to spreading yoga and Vedanta philosophy worldwide. He authored over 200 books on yoga, meditation, and spiritual practice, profoundly influencing the global yoga movement. His teachings emphasized the integration of various yoga paths, promoting holistic development of body, mind, and spirit.

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“The practice of 'asanas' and 'pranayama' wards off disease and helps to maintain alertness.”

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“Practice meditation regularly. Meditation leads to eternal bliss. Therefore meditate, meditate.”

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“Patient and regular practice is the whole secret of spiritual realization. Do not be in a hurry in spiritual life. Do your utmost, and leave the rest to God.”

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“The mind is responsible for the feelings of pleasure and pain. Control of the mind is the highest Yoga.”

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“An ounce of practice is worth a ton of theory!”

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“You can have calmness of mind at all times by the practice of yoga. You can have restful sleep. You can have increased energy, vigour, vitality, longevity, and a high standard of health. You can turn out efficient work within a short space of time. You can have success in every walk of life.”

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Book:Bliss Divine: A Book of Spiritual Essays on the Lofty Purpose of Human Life and the Means to Its Achievement

Source: Bliss Divine: A Book of Spiritual Essays on the Lofty Purpose of Human Life and the Means to Its Achievement

About the Author

Born: September 8, 1887
Died: July 14, 1963
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Quotes: 126

Books & Sources

Bliss Divine: A Book of Spiritual Essays on the Lofty Purpose of Human Life and the Means to Its AchievementRelated source material

Asthma: Its Cause and CureRelated source material

Gyana YogaRelated source material

The Philosophy of Life: A Critical Exposition of the Fundamental Principles in Eastern and Western Philosophy in the Light of the Doctrines of Swami SivanandaRelated source material

Unity of ReligionsRelated source material

Yoga-Vedanta SutrasRelated source material

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