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YOGANANDA

Yogananda is one of the most beloved saints of the 20th Century. I don't think I have ever met a person on any kind of a spiritual path who has not read and loved Autobiography of a Yogi. If you have not read this book (reviewed below) you are in for a tremendous treat and experience. But the literature written by Yogananda and/or about him and his lineage does not stop there. Browse the books listed below and you will find many others that you will enjoy and profit from.


$7.00

Paperback

Autobiography of a Yogi

Paramanhansa Yogananda

This book has become a spiritual classic. I have read it quite a few times and each time I reread it, I find something new. It is written on many levels, so as you grow and change on your path, you will be drawn to different passages in the book. This book will change your life, because it will change your consciousness. Everyone I have ever met who has read the Autobiography has said they were deeply affected and changed to some degree. Some people are changed on a deep level and some on a more superficial level. But if you read this book, you will be moved and changed.

This is the biography of Paramanhansa Yogananda who as a small boy always had a deep spiritual yearning and love for God. The book is filled with many stories of his meetings with miraculous yogis, spiritual adventures and insights. He finally meets his guru, Sri Yukteswar, enters his ashram and begins his monastic life. The experience of cosmic consciousness his guru bestows upon him is absolutely spellbinding. His descriptions of his encounters with India's illumined masters are uplifting and spiritually profound. Particularly mesmerizing is the description of his paramguru's (Sri Yukteswar's guru, Lahiri Mahasaya), spiritual awakening by the deathless Master Babaji in the Himalayas. Sprinkled throughout the book is Yogananda's deep love of meditation, his respect and observance of yogic principles and his love for mankind.

Yogananda emphasizes the unity between East and West, bringing yogic philosophy and meditation to the United States. He comes to the States, speaks to numerous standing only audiences across the country and establishes his organization, Self Realization Fellowship, in Los Angeles, California. Yogananda entered mahasamadi, a yogi's conscious final exit from the physical body, in March 1952.

Review by Margie Zalk.

$58.00

Hardcover

The Second Coming of Christ

Paramahansa Yogananda

The full title of the book is The Second Coming of Christ: The Resurrection of the Christ Within You, A revelatory commentary on the original teachings of Jesus. This gives you an idea of the depth of the 2 volume set. The set consists of 75 Discourses where the reader is taken verse by verse through the Four Gospels. Yogananda discusses the hidden meaning of the gospels along with showing the similarity between the principles espoused by both Christ and Krishna; there are many references to the Bhagavad Gita. Yogananda felt it was part of his divine mission to "make manifest to the world the essence of 'original Christianity as taught by Jesus Christ.'" (p.xix) Jesus was here to tell and show mankind that each one of us can experience the awakening of Divine Consciousness within each of our souls. This is the promised second coming of Christ.

In the introduction, Yogananda explains that the only way to have true understanding of Jesus' teachings is to go into the state of Christ Consciousness and directly perceive the true meaning of the teachings: "In these pages I offer to the world an intuitionally perceived spiritual interpretation of the words spoken by Jesus, truths received through actual communion with Christ Consciousness." (p.xxiii) He further adds, "…to the New Testament account of the Christ of Galilee I humbly add my own testimony. From personal experience I know the reality of his life and miracles, for I have seen him many, many times, and communed with him, and received his direct confirmation about these matters. He has come to me often as the baby Jesus and as the young Christ. I have seen him as he was before his crucifixion, his face very sad; and I have seen him in the glorious form in which he appeared after his resurrection." (p.xxvii)

I have to say that I have found this interpretation to be fascinating. For example, Yogananda's discussion of John the Baptist, Jesus as guru and disciple, and reincarnations of Elijah and Elisha are incredible. The verse describing Elisha's witnessing of Elijah's ascent to heaven in a chariot of fire and his taking up Elijah's mantle is explained. The spiritual mantle of Elijah (the guru) is passed onto Elisha, who asks for a double portion of Elijah's spirit. He receives this double portion when he reincarnates as Jesus. His guru, Elijah, reincarnated as John the Baptist, is there to assist his former disciple.

The missing years of Jesus' life from ages 13 to 28 are explored. The missing years were spent in Tibet and India, the 3 wise men were rishis (sages) from India and Jesus was repaying their visit. This 2 volume set is so rich with spiritual principle and inspiration, I could go on and on. But you need to read it for yourself. This can seem like a daunting task, but if you read about 5 pages a day, you'll be amazed at how much you absorb and how easily you progress into the book.

So, if you're up for a spiritual journey that will explain verses you've heard all your life, but never fully comprehended, this is the book for you. Or, if you're interested in expanding your wisdom and spiritual consciousness, this is the book for you. This book is beautifully written, with great reverence and divine love; you get a glimpse of what it is to be in the company of a great and divine personage, such as Jesus. I highly recommend the book, but pace yourself—it's a lot to read and a lot to absorb.

Review by Margie Zalk.

$19.95

Paperback

Babaji and the 18 Siddha Kriya Yoga Tradition

Marshall Govindan

This is about the immortal Babaji (mentioned by Paramahamsa Yogananda and his lineage. Since the mid-80's there has been a spur of publications on Babaji.

$16.00

Paperback

Man's Eternal Quest

Parmahansa Yogananda

Yogananda's short and concise talks on various diverse subjects, from death and rebirth to marriage and parenting. One of the best selling books on his work.

$6.50

Paperback

To Be Victorious in Life

Paramahansa Yogananda

In this powerful new book Paramahansa Yogananda shows how we can realize life's highest goals by bringing out the unlimited potential within us. He provides practical counsel for achieving success, outlines definite methods of creating lasting happiness, and tells how to overcome negativity and inertia by harnessing the dynamic power of our own will.

From To Be Victorious in Life:

God has given you mental dynamite sufficient to destroy all your difficulties. Remember that. It is the most effective force you can use to be victorious.

$11.50

Audio Cassette

Awake in the Cosmic Dream

Paramanhansa Yogananda

A rare recorded talk by Yogananda.

$9.50

Audio Cassette

Beholding the One in All

Paramanhansa Yogananda

Lecture on audio tape by Yogananda.

$14.00

CD

Follow the Path of Christ: Krishna and the Masters

Paramanhansa Yogananda

A lecture by Yogananda in CD format.

$16.00

Paperback

Divine Romance

Paramanhansa Yogananda

In this new anthology of his talks, the late author of Autobiography of a Yogi shows how we can meet our daily physical, emotional, and spiritual challenges by awakening to our divine nature. Readers will find these talks alive with the unique blend of all-embracing wisdom, encouragement, and love for humanity that have made Paramahamsa Yogananda one of our era's most revered and trusted guides to the spiritual life.

$12.95

Paperback

God Is for Everyone

J. Donald Walters (Swami Kriyananda)
Inspired by Paramanhansa Yogananda

Clearly and simply written, thoroughly non-sectarian and non-dogmatic in its approach, God Is for Everyone is the perfect introduction to the spiritual path. Religion can offer a pragmatic, eminently useful set of solutions to our most profound problems. Importantly, this is a vision of spiritual practice that emphasizes the underlying unity of all religions, while respecting the many different ways and forms of worship. In these times of intense religious strife, this landmark approach to religious unity is certain to help usher in an era of true mutual respect and understanding among the world's great religious traditions. Paramhansa Yogananda was the first true yoga master to settle in the West and is one of the best-known spiritual teachers of the twentieth century. His most famous book, Autobiography of a Yogi has been printed in over twenty languages and sold millions of copies worldwide.

$28.00

Paperback: 2 Volume Set

God Talks with Arjuna: The Bhagavad Gita

Paramanhansa Yogananda

Yogananda's commentary on the Bhagavad Gita.

$3.50

Paperback

How You Can Talk with God

Paramanhansa Yogananda

Yogananda offers a fresh insight into the relationship between the creator and the soul, and how one might communicate with the divine. Suggests a method with which one might entice the Divinity to respond to our thoughts and mind.

$12.00

Hardcover

Inner Peace

Paramanhansa Yogananda

How to be calmly active and actively calm.

$16.00

Paperback

Journey to Self-Realization: Collected Talks and Essays on Realizing God in Daily Life

Paramanhansa Yogananda

Realizing God in daily life.

$11.50

Audio Cassette

Be a Smile Millionaire: An Informal Talk by Paramahansa Yogananda

Paramanhansa Yogananda

Paramahansa Yogananda draws many colorful stories from his own life experience to help us see that we do not have to acquire anything outside ourselves. Everything we are seeking in people, conditions, and events—all the love, power, happiness, and fulfillment—is already ours. On audio cassette.

$11.50

Audio Cassette

Great Light of God

Paramanhansa Yogananda

An Informal talk by Yogananda on audio cassette.

$3.50

Paperback

Law of Success: Using the Power of Spirit to Create Health, Prosperity, and Happiness

Paramanhansa Yogananda

This book contains wisdom for finding holistic wellness through balancing the strength of spirit. In Law of Success there are guidelines for using will power, clarity of thought, and control of destiny to find the measure of success in life.

$8.00

Hardcover

Law of Success: Using the Power of Spirit To Create Health, Prosperity, and Happiness

Paramanhansa Yogananda

This book contains wisdom for finding holistic wellness through balancing the strength of spirit. In Law of Success there are guidelines for using will power, clarity of thought, and control of destiny to find the measure of success in life.

$6.50

Paperback

Living Fearlessly: Bringing Out Your Inner Soul Strength

Paramanhansa Yogananda

Life is meant to be a great adventure—a precious opportunity to fulfill noble ambitions and achieve worthy dreams. But fear often waylays us on the journey, robbing us of our happiness and inner peace. In this book, the author of Autobiography of a Yogi teaches us how to break the shackles of fear and overcome our psychological stumbling blocks. Filled with life-transforming counsel, this concise book includes informal talks and personal anecdotes complemented by parable and prayer.

$12.00

Hardcover

Metaphysical Meditations: Universal Prayers, Affirmations, and Visualizations (Gift Edition)

Paramanhansa Yogananda

An ideal introduction for the beginner, this classic book contains easy-to-understand techniques for the practice of meditation with more than 300 brief meditations, prayers, and visualizations. Because meditation gives direct perception of God, writes the author, it raises the practice of religion above the differences of dogma.

$5.00

Paperback

Metaphysical Meditations: Universal Prayers, Affirmations, and Visualizations

Paramanhansa Yogananda

An ideal introduction for the beginner, this classic book contains easy-to-understand techniques for the practice of meditation with more than 300 brief meditations, prayers, and visualizations. Because meditation gives direct perception of God, writes the author, it raises the practice of religion above the differences of dogma.

$12.00

Hardcover

Sayings of Paramahansa Yogananda

Paramahansa Yogananda

Collection of sayings, anecdotes, and words of wisdom—Paramahansa Yogananda's candid and loving responses to those who came to him for counsel. These brief vignettes offer the reader an opportunity to share in these personal conversations and experiences with him. Shining from every page are his compassionate understanding of humanity and his deep love for God.

$5.00

Paperback

Scientific Healing Affirmations

Paramahansa Yogananda

Long before the use of affirmations was embraced in mainstream settings as diverse as hospitals, recovery programs, sports arenas, and corporate suites, the renowned world teacher Paramahansa Yogananda understood and taught the deep spiritual principles that make this ancient scientific tool so powerfully effective.

This groundbreaking book, in print for more than 70 years, explains the underlying reasons affirmations work—why they are such a powerful tool for transformation, and how you can use them to create total health and happiness in every aspect of your life.

In this book, Sri Yogananda reveals the hidden laws for harnessing the power of concentrated thought—not only for physical healing, but to overcome obstacles and create all-around success in our lives. Included are comprehensive instructions and a wide variety of affirmations for healing the body, developing confidence, awakening wisdom, curing bad habits, and much more.

The first half of Scientific Healing Affirmations provides a deeper understanding of the remarkable relationship between mind, energy, and matter, and how concentrated affirmations can rouse the limitless power of Spirit within you. The last part of the book presents potent affirmations that Paramahansa Yogananda created while in higher states of consciousness. These are grouped so you can easily select the appropriate healing thoughts for addressing physical, mental, or spiritual needs.

$12.00

Hardcover

Scientific Healing Affirmations (Deluxe Gift Edition)

Paramahansa Yogananda

Long before the use of affirmations was embraced in mainstream settings as diverse as hospitals, recovery programs, sports arenas, and corporate suites, the renowned world teacher Paramahansa Yogananda understood and taught the deep spiritual principles that make this ancient scientific tool so powerfully effective.

This groundbreaking book, in print for more than 70 years, explains the underlying reasons affirmations work—why they are such a powerful tool for transformation, and how you can use them to create total health and happiness in every aspect of your life.

In this book, Sri Yogananda reveals the hidden laws for harnessing the power of concentrated thought—not only for physical healing, but to overcome obstacles and create all-around success in our lives. Included are comprehensive instructions and a wide variety of affirmations for healing the body, developing confidence, awakening wisdom, curing bad habits, and much more.

The first half of Scientific Healing Affirmations provides a deeper understanding of the remarkable relationship between mind, energy, and matter, and how concentrated affirmations can rouse the limitless power of Spirit within you. The last part of the book presents potent affirmations that Paramahansa Yogananda created while in higher states of consciousness. These are grouped so you can easily select the appropriate healing thoughts for addressing physical, mental, or spiritual needs.

$8.00

Paperback

The Science of Religion

Paramahansa Yogananda

An amplification by Paramahansa Yogananda of his maiden speech in America—the historic talk that introduced his teachings to the Western world. He explains why the answers to the ultimate questions of life lie in the direct personal experience of a Higher Reality. Includes a detailed discussion of the scientific basis of yoga meditation.

$14.00

CD

Songs of My Heart: The Voice of Paramahansa Yogananda

Paramahansa Yogananda

Paramahansa Yogananda is considered one of the pre-eminent spiritual figures of our time. In the closing years of his life, he made these recordings of his own voice singing Indian devotional chants, with some of his own compositions, and reciting poems and prayers. This CD combines all of the selections from two previously released cassettes—plus, for the first time, Divine Mother's Song to the Devotee.

$6.00

Paperback

Spiritual Diary

Paramahansa Yogananda

The perfect way to start and end each day—with an inspiring thought, drawn primarily from the writings of Paramahansa Yogananda, designed to enhance your spiritual progress. Space is provided on each page to record personal reflections.

From the Spiritual Diary:

It is a good idea to keep a mental diary. Before you go to bed each night, sit for a short time and review the day. See what you are becoming. Do you like the trend of your life? If not, change it.

380 pages.

$10.00

Paperback

Where There Is Light: Insight and Inspiration for Meeting Life's Challenges

Paramahansa Yogananda

A practical handbook to which readers can quickly turn for a reassuring sense of direction in times of uncertainty or crisis, or for positive guidance and encouragement in meeting the challenges of everyday living. Selections from Paramahansa Yogananda's lectures, writings, and informal talks are arranged under more than 40 topics, including:

  • Friendship
  • Marriage
  • Creativity
  • Healing
  • Decision-making
  • Overcoming worry and fear
  • Understanding death

$14.00

Hardcover

Where There Is Light: Insight and Inspiration for Meeting Life's Challenges

Paramahansa Yogananda

A practical handbook to which readers can quickly turn for a reassuring sense of direction in times of uncertainty or crisis, or for positive guidance and encouragement in meeting the challenges of everyday living. Selections from Paramahansa Yogananda's lectures, writings, and informal talks are arranged under more than 40 topics, including:

  • Friendship
  • Marriage
  • Creativity
  • Healing
  • Decision-making
  • Overcoming worry and fear
  • Understanding death

$16.00

Hardcover

Whispers From Eternity

Paramahansa Yogananda

Paramahansa Yogananda's universal prayers and vivid descriptions of his experiences in elevated states of meditation beckon readers of all faiths to cultivate their own intimate relationship with the Divine. Features invocations to the great prophets and leaders of the principal world religions, and a special section of children's prayers. Illustrated throughout with evocative nature photos and masterpieces of art, many in full color. Also available is a photographic reproduction of the well-loved first version of Paramahansa Yogananda's inspirational poems and prayers before he revised the book later in life.

From Whispers From Eternity:

O Lord of Compassion, teach me to shed tears of love for all beings. May I behold them as my very own—different expressions of my Self.

240 pages. 43 photos.

$6.50

Paperback

Why God Permits Evil and How to Rise Above It

Paramahansa Yogananda

Philosophers and religious scholars the world over have sought to answer the question of why a loving God permits evil. In these pages, Paramahansa Yogananda provides strength and solace for times of adversity by explaining the mysteries of God's lila, or divine drama. Readers will come to understand the reason for the dualistic nature of creation—God's interplay of good and evil—and receive guidance on how to rise above the most challenging circumstances.

$20.00

Paperback

Wine of the Mystic: The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam (A Spiritual Interpretation)

Paramahansa Yogananda

This award-winning work brings to light the deeper truth and beauty of a well-loved but long-misunderstood masterpiece—The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam. With an in-depth commentary on every quatrain, Paramahansa Yogananda reveals the profound kinship between the Rubaiyat's hidden metaphysical philosophy and India's ancient science of Yoga. He presents as well a fascinating exploration of the mystical experience and such subjects as: the mystery of destiny and free will, the intricacies of karma, the perfecting of human love, and the role of meditation in attaining lasting joy.

$14.00

Paperback

World in Transition: Finding Spiritual Security in Times of Change

Paramahansa Yogananda

Selections from writings and talks by Paramahansa Yogananda and monks and nuns of his Self-Realization Fellowship.

A World in Transition reminds us that, behind the outward tumult, life has a profound purpose—that in the larger view we are on a universal journey that will ultimately reveal who we are and why we are here.

Includes talks by Paramahansa Yogananda, Sri Daya Mata, Mrinalini Mata, Tara Mata, Brother Anandamoy, and others.

$12.00

Hardcover

Paramahansa Yogananda: As I Knew Him

Roy Eugene Davis

Experiences, Observations, and Reflections of a Disciple

The author of this book, Roy Eugene Davis, had a very significant effect on my life. I met him in 1969 when I went to visit his late wife, Carolyn, in connection with a project on astrology in which I was involved. The astrology project never got very far off the ground, but when I met Roy my life was changed. He had a "presence" that was so strong and tangible that I wanted to know what it was and how I could achieve a similar state of being. Roy explained that he had been a discipline of Yogananda, and that his presence, or consciousness, had been developed by following the path of Kriya Yoga.

I attended Roy's lectures about the Bhagavad-Gita and read Autobiography of a Yogi. Roy initiated me into a form of Kriya, and my path as a seeker and meditator had commenced.

In this book Roy shares some intimate accounts of his relationship with his Guru, Yogananda. It is very personal and at the same time very universal.

Anyone who has read Autobiography of a Yogi, (and who hasn't?) will probably enjoy the views, reflections, and insights shared in this very intimate and pleasing book. I found it very enjoyable and uplifting, and I highly recommend it.

Review by Len Oppenheim

$22.00

Paperback

Beloved Babaji

Devdasji

The author brings out the life and teachings of Babaji the immortal avatar. Using anecdotes Devdasji describes the various forms Babaji has taken as different avatars of Lord Shiva. This book also explains Babaji’s relations with other such avatars and preachers from different religions and regions and brings out the oneness of all religious leaders who are nothing but the incarnations of the Supreme Being.