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Autobiography of a Yogi

The Life and Teachings of One of the Great Spiritual Figures

Paramahansa Yogananda

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Early Life & Prophecies+
Discipleship under Sri Yukteswar+
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Bringing Kriya Yoga to the West+
East-West Union & Saints+

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Question 1 of 7
What is the ultimate mission of Kriya Yoga according to its earliest gurus and prophets?
  • A. To provide physical exercises for bodily health and mental relaxation.
  • B. To establish a new, exclusive Eastern religion in the Western world.
  • C. To achieve the spiritual and material union between world religions.
  • D. To teach followers how to accumulate material wealth through meditation.
Question 2 of 7
What was the significance of the amulet passed down to Mukunda (Yogananda) from his mother?
  • A. It granted him the ability to heal others from diseases like Asiatic cholera.
  • B. It was destined to lead him to his guru and would disappear once he found him.
  • C. It protected him from worldly distractions, also known as Maya.
  • D. It was a symbol of his initiation into the Swami Order by Sri Yukteswar.
Question 3 of 7
How did Swami Sri Yukteswar view the concept of the 'human drama' and daily life?
  • A. He believed it should be completely ignored in favor of constant, isolated meditation.
  • B. He saw it as a meaningless illusion that only caused pain and suffering to humanity.
  • C. He recognized its practical usefulness and participated in it, such as organizing his mother's funeral.
  • D. He taught that the human drama could only be escaped by moving to the Himalayas.
Question 4 of 7
In the context of Kriya Yoga, what is the ultimate experience of 'samadhi'?
  • A. A superconscious state of pure bliss and all-encompassing union with Infinite Divinity.
  • B. The ability to perform physical miracles, such as materializing living cells.
  • C. The strict renunciation of all physical possessions and emotional attachments.
  • D. The mastery of telepathic communication with spiritual masters from other realms.
Question 5 of 7
What was a defining characteristic of the liberal boys' school Yogananda founded in Ranchi?
  • A. It exclusively taught ancient Hindu scriptures and prepared boys for the priesthood.
  • B. It combined spiritual practices like outdoor meditation with practical subjects like agriculture and commerce.
  • C. It was the first school in India to completely ban the caste system among its students.
  • D. It was established primarily to teach English to Indian boys preparing to travel to America.
Question 6 of 7
During his travels and missionary work, Yogananda met with various prominent figures. Which of the following correctly describes one of these interactions?
  • A. Steve Jobs invited Yogananda to speak at a technology conference in Boston.
  • B. Luther Burbank helped Yogananda design the architectural plans for his Los Angeles ashram.
  • C. Therese Neumann initiated Yogananda into the Catholic faith during his visit to Bavaria.
  • D. Mahatma Gandhi hosted Yogananda at his hermitage and was initiated into Kriya Yoga.
Question 7 of 7
What does the name 'Yogananda', chosen by Mukunda upon his initiation into the Swami Order, mean?
  • A. Master of the human drama
  • B. Bliss through union with the divine spirit
  • C. The one who bridges East and West
  • D. He who conquers worldly distractions

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Autobiography of a Yogi Summary & Overview

Autobiography of a Yogi (1946) is a deeply spiritual yet light-hearted account of the life of India’s preeminent yoga emissary to the West. In this epic, Paramahansa Yogananda narrates his encounters with legendary gurus, swamis, saints, and astral beings that guided him toward the fulfillment of his mission to unite East and West under one God through the personal and scientific practice of Kriya Yoga.

Who Should Listen to Autobiography of a Yogi?

  • Yoga devotees trying to learn more about the author’s personal journey
  • People curious about yoga and the enchanting world of astral beings and their interactions with humans
  • People of faith seeking points of contact and dialogue with different world religions

About the Author: Paramahansa Yogananda

Paramahansa Yogananda (1893–1952) was an Indian yogi, monk, and guru who initiated millions of American and Western devotees into Kriya Yoga. To further his mission, he founded the Self-Realization Fellowship which now runs over 500 temples, ashrams, and meditation centers around the world. Some of his books and published commentary include The Yoga of Jesus, The Science of Religion, and Living Fearlessly.

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