Autobiography of a Yogi
"Autobiography of a Yogi" by Paramahansa Yogananda is a spiritual memoir that chronicles the author's journey from his childhood in India to his quest for enlightenment. It details his experiences with meditation, encounters with various spiritual figures, and the principles of yoga, offering insights into the nature of spirituality and the path to self-realization. The book serves as both a personal narrative and a guide to understanding Eastern philosophy and Western spirituality.
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Key Insights & Memorable Quotes
Below are the most impactful passages and quotes from Autobiography of a Yogi, carefully selected to capture the essence of the book.
The purpose of life is the evolution of consciousness.
We are not this physical body; we are the soul.
The greatest service which can be rendered to any man is to help him stand erect in his own soul.
Meditation is the science of the soul.
The mind is the king of the senses, the body is the servant of the mind.
To be free is to be yourself.
Your belief system is your prison.
The joy of the spirit knows no bounds.
A man is not measured by what he has, but by what he is.
Faith is the most important factor in the art of healing.
You are not your body; you are the soul.
The mind is like a computer; it can be programmed.
The greatest freedom is the freedom from the mind.
Our thoughts create our reality.
We are all waves of the same ocean.
Life is a continual unfolding of our potential.