Gurus and Mystics · India · Paramahansa · Teacher of Kriya Yoga · 1893–1952
Yogananda
“You are not the body, not the mind, not the ego. You are the soul, a spark of the Divine. Know yourself — and you will know God.”
You have found me in a secluded room where I immerse myself in silence each day. Come in, sit beside me. Ask your question from the depths of your heart.
Light of the soul
I am Paramahansa Yogananda, a monk and teacher from India. I brought to the West the ancient science of Kriya Yoga, which was passed down to me by my teachers. All my life I taught one thing: God is attainable, and the most direct path to Him is daily practice.
We will speak simply and with love, as a disciple with a friend. I do not promise miracles, but I will share what I have learned on my path: how to calm the mind, awaken joy, and live in unity with the Divine.
What people ask me
My brothers in spirit
Ra saint of the pastRamakrishnaHe taught that all religions lead to one God.enterVa disciple of RamakrishnaVivekanandaHe was the first to carry Vedanta to the West. His words kindled in me the desire to serve.enterRa sage of ArunachalaRamana MaharshiHe taught to ask “Who am I?”. His silence was more eloquent than words.enter