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Autobiography of a Yogi

This book is an autobiographical account of the Indian yogi and guru Paramahansa Yogananda. It describes his early life in India, his spiritual training under his guru Sri Yukteswar, and his eventual journey to the United States to spread the teachings of Kriya Yoga. The narrative includes stories of miraculous events, meetings with various spiritual figures, and insights into the philosophy of yoga and meditation. First published in 1946, it has been widely influential in introducing Eastern spirituality to the Western world. more

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Paramahansa Yogananda
Paramahansa Yogananda

Paramahansa Yogananda was an Indian spiritual teacher born on January 5, 1893, and passed away on March 7, 1952. He is considered one of the key figures in spreading yoga and Indian spiritual philosophy in the Western world, profoundly influencing the understanding of Eastern spiritual traditions in the West. more

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