Discover the Mind-Blowing Life Secrets of a Yogi in ‘Autobiography of a Yogi’ — Prepare to Be Amazed
- elizzabethcorey
- Nov 27, 2023
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Updated: Dec 7, 2023
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Autobiography of a Yogi “Autobiography of a Yogi” by Paramahansa Yoganandais a spiritual classic that provides an engrossing look into the life of Yogananda and his quest for enlightenment, greater consciousness, and self-discovery. We will go over the main ideas, lessons learned, and experiences discussed in this outstanding autobiography in this 2000 word synopsis.
Introduction:
The memoir “Autobiography of a Yogi” was penned by Indian yogi and spiritual guide Paramahansa Yogananda, who in the early 1900s taught yoga and meditation to millions of Westerners. The book offers a unique glimpse into the life of Yogananda, spanning from his early years in India to his interactions with diverse spiritual teachers and his pursuit of bringing the age-old practise of yoga to a global audience.
Chapter 1: The Yoga of the West
The early years of Yogananda’s life in India, where he was born as Mukunda Lal Ghosh, are covered in the autobiography. He talks about his early interest in spirituality and how he looked for a guru to lead him along the road of yoga and self-realization.
Chapter 2: My Father
Bhagabati Charan Ghosh, the father of Yogananda, was a very spiritual man who had a significant impact on his son’s life. The intimate bond between them and the morals that Yogananda’s father instilled are examined in this chapter.
Chapter 3: The Saint with Two Bodies
This chapter describes Yogananda’s first meaningful spiritual experience with Swami Sri Yukteswar Giri, who later on in life served as his mentor and guru. Yogananda is introduced to the more profound facets of yoga and spirituality by Yukteswar.
Chapter 4: A Saint Whom I Called Bitter Baba
Yogananda talks about his meetings with Yukteswar, his guru, and the difficulties and teachings he learned from him. Despite some initial challenges, Yogananda has a great deal of love and respect for his guru.
Chapter 5: A Perfume Saint Performs His Wonders
This chapter presents Yogananda to Lahiri Mahasaya, a great yogi who initiates him into the lineage of ancient Kriya Yoga. Yogananda talks about how Kriya Yoga has changed his life and his experiences doing it.
Chapter 6: The Tiger Swami
Yogananda emphasizes the value of overcoming fear via spiritual practice by telling a story about a fearless yogi known as the “Tiger Swami”.
Chapter 7: The Levitating Saint
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n his accounts of his interactions with Sri Mahavatar Babaji, Yogananda describes him as an eternal yogi who embodies the pinnacles of spiritual realization, including the capacity to resist gravity.
Chapter 8: India’s Great Scientist and Inventor, Sir Jagadis Chunder Bose
Yogananda emphasizes the harmony between science and spirituality in this chapter by highlighting the profound spirituality of the well-known Indian physicist Jagadis Chunder Bose.
Chapter 9: The Blissful Devotee and His Cosmic Romance
Yogananda tells tales of his interactions with spiritual adherents and their deep love and adoration for God.
Chapter 10: I Meet My Master, Sri Yukteswar
Yogananda tells the story of his reunion, after a few years apart, with his master, Sri Yukteswar. He talks about his profound spiritual awakening and transformation during this time.
Chapter 11: Two Penniless Boys in Brindaban
To reach the sacred city of Brindaban, Yogananda sets off with another student, Dhirananda. This chapter describes their experiences as destitute sadhus on the road and the spiritual insights they pick up.
Chapter 12: Years in My Master’s Hermitage
Yogananda explores the years he spends in Sri Yukteswar’s spiritual retreat. During this period, his teacher imparted significant teachings and spiritual practices, which he discusses.
Chapter 13: The Sleepless Saint
This chapter describes the remarkable powers and spiritual understanding of a saint by the name of Trailanga Swami. He was able to manage all bodily systems, including the ability to survive without sleep.
Chapter 14: An Experience in Cosmic Consciousness
Yogananda describes his profound encounters with cosmic consciousness, a condition of heightened awareness and cosmos unity. He explains how this epiphany changed the way he saw the world.
Chapter 15: The Cauliflower Robbery
Yogananda tells a funny tale about a stolen cauliflower and his guru, Sri Yukteswar. The story demonstrates his guru’s wit and fun.
Chapter 16: Outwitting the Stars
In this chapter, Yogananda describes how astrology and destiny have an impact on a person’s life, but that influence can be overcome by the force of divine grace and self-realization.
Chapter 17: Sasi and the Three Sapphires
A story of a mystery sapphire that appeared in his guru’s palm miraculously is told by Yogananda. The narrative demonstrates the strength of faith and divine intervention.
Chapter 18: A Mohammedan Wonder-Worker
Yogananda talks about his experiences with Abdulla, a Muslim saint who proved the universality of spiritual principles and was capable of miraculous healing.
Chapter 19: My Master, in Calcutta, Appears in Serampore
Yogananda describes his guru’s trip to Calcutta and their meetings with devotees and individuals pursuing spirituality. He considers the significance of service and humility on the spiritual journey as well.
Chapter 20: We Do Not Visit Kashmir
After planning a trip to Kashmir, Yogananda and Sri Yukteswar decide against going because of unanticipated events. The idea that the inner journey of self-realization comes first and exterior adventures are secondary is emphasized throughout the chapter.
Chapter 21: We Do Not Visit Kashmir
This chapter offers a description of Yogananda’s trip.
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