The Essence of Self-Realization

The Wisdom of Paramhansa Yogananda

By: Swami Kriyananda

Narrated by: Swami Kriyananda

Yogananda was one of the most significant spiritual teachers of the 20th century. Since his classic Autobiography of a Yogi was first published in 1946, its popularity has increased steadily throughout the world. Great teachers work through their students, and Yogananda was no exception. As Swami Kriyananda wrote for in the introduction to this audiobook, "After I'd been with him a year and a half, he began urging me to write down the things he was saying during informal conversations."

The Essence of Self-Realization, nearly 300 sayings rich with spiritual wisdom, is the fruit of that labor of love. The scope of this book is vast - it offers as complete an explanation of life's true purpose, and the way to achieve that purpose, as may be found anywhere. A few of the chapters include "The True Purpose of Life"; "On Meditation"; "How to Pray Effectively"; "The Law of Karma"; "The Lesson of Reincarnation"; and "Ways in Which God Can Be Worshiped". Filled with lessons and stories that Yogananda shared only with his closest disciples, this volume offers one of the most insightful and engaging glimpses into the life and lessons of a great sage. Much of the material presented here is not available anywhere else.

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Great for meditation

The vocalist seems new but his voice hits the tones very well. Much prefer listening to this than reading it on paperback.

good contents. bad narration

What did you love best about The Essence of Self-Realization?

awesome contents. Great message for the soul.

What did you like best about this story?

okawesome contents. Great message for the soul.

How could the performance have been better?

awesome contents. Great message for the soul.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

yes

Any additional comments?

narrator was breathing all the time during narration

Simply beautiful

The yogis knew what we are just now discovering. They’ve left instructions on how to know God through self- awareness, and a well- tested discipline that leads to freedom.

Tears of joy

The book made me cry, and then gave me peace afterwards. I am calm now

I fell that Master is with me!

I feel more connected to Master Sri Paramahansa Yogananda than ever before. I am so grateful to have this opportunity to learn from his words and experiences, thanks to Swami Kriyananda!