The teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda are not a belief system, but a practical, “how-to-live” science of spiritual awakening. They offer proven tools for discovering your own inner reservoir of joy, peace, and wisdom.
A Messenger of Yoga for the West
Paramhansa Yogananda, author of the spiritual classic Autobiography of a Yogi, was one of the first great masters of yoga to bring the timeless wisdom of India to the Western world. His mission was to show the underlying unity of all true religions and to make the ancient, scientific techniques of meditation available to everyone, everywhere.
The soul loves to meditate, for in contact with the Spirit lies its greatest joy. If, then, you experience mental resistance during meditation, remember that reluctance to meditate comes from the ego; it doesn’t belong to the soul — Paramhansa Yogananda
Direct Personal Experience
These teachings emphasize that you don’t need to believe anything. Through the practice of meditation, you can have your own direct, personal experience of your higher Self and the divine.
Scientific Techniques of Meditation
Yoga is a science. The techniques, including Kriya Yoga, are like spiritual experiments. If you practice them sincerely, you will get predictable, positive results in your life and consciousness.
A Universal, Non-Sectarian Path
This is a path for people of all faiths and backgrounds. The goal is not to change your beliefs, but to deepen your own connection to the Infinite, no matter what name you call it.
The Soul-Science of Kriya Yoga
The heart of Paramhansa Yogananda’s teachings is the sacred science of Kriya Yoga. This advanced technique of meditation, taught through initiation, works directly with the life-force (prana) in the spine to rapidly accelerate one’s spiritual evolution. It is the “jet-airplane” route to Self-realisation, and is offered to sincere students who complete a preparatory course of study.
Experience the Teachings for Yourself
The best way to understand these teachings is to experience them. Your journey begins with the foundational techniques of meditation that calm the mind and open the heart.