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Self-Realization: Christian or Hindu?

Paramhansa Yogananda, author of the now classic life story, “Autobiography of a Yogi,” brought the Self-realization teachings of India to the West in 1920. Yogananda was a monk in the Giri branch of the Swami order of India. He used a variety of terms to describe his teachings according to the emphasis and context. One term he used was Sanatan Dharma. It is … Read More

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Is Head Shaking during Meditation Kundalini?

Psychic or physical phenomenon can sometimes take place during meditation. The question arises whether or not these have some meaning or indicate spiritual status

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Is Entity Possession Real?

Jesus Christ and other great saints affirm the possibility of possession by disincarnate entities. Though very rare, there are ways to “dis-possess” them from one’s body and mind. 

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Is it Wrong to Love One’s Guru?

Are we ignoring God if our devotion and attention are centered upon our guru? “God is the guru” Yogananda taught. A true guru comes only to be a channel for Spirit. Short of fanaticism and sectarianism, a sincere devotee has nothing to be concerned about.

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Can Kriya Yoga Help with my Problems?

Meditation, and especially Kriya Yoga (an advanced meditation technique) can help develop concentration, will power, devotion and intuition: all the basic powers of the soul that help us find solutions to life’s never-ending “opportunities.”

Weekly Wisdom From the Autobiography of a Yogi

What is Discipleship in 2025?

In this article I would like to address this question in the context of disciples of Paramhansa Yogananda, author of the spiritual classic, “Autobiography of a Yogi.” While these thoughts can be easily applied in other situations, it’s easier for me to be more specific doing it this way. Hopefully, what I have to offer isn’t limited to those disciples … Read More

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Plagued by Dark Thoughts?

Whether in meditation or activity, sometimes dark, evil or inappropriate thoughts can be a problem. There are simple ways to lift one’s energy upward and away from the subconscious mind.