Autobiografija jednog yogija

With wisdom based on deep spiritual insight and with enchanting wit, Yogananda reveals to us the deepest secrets of life and the universe; it opens our hearts and minds to the joy, beauty and limitless spiritual possibilities that exist in the life of every human being.

Paramhansa Yogananda is the first great Indian teacher who lived in the West for a long time (more than thirty years). In the book, he explains in a scientifically clear way the subtle but precisely defined laws by which yogis work miracles and learn to control themselves. A graduate of the University of Calcutta, Yogananda writes with insightful wit and divine with unforgettable sincerity, fervor.

The book brings an intimate story about his life, meetings with spiritual teachers and mystical experiences, while at the same time explaining the fundamental principles of kriya yoga and universal spirituality.

Yogananda describes his childhood in India, early signs of spiritual awareness, and his journey towards his teacher, Sri Yukteswar. Under his guidance, she deepens her meditative practice and gains mystical experiences, including supernatural occurrences and encounters with sages such as Mahavatar Babaji.

The book also deals in detail with his departure to America, where in 1920 he founded the Self-Realization Fellowship, with the aim of connecting Eastern and Western spirituality. He talks about the scientific approach to meditation, the importance of inner knowledge and the universal connection of all religions.

The work has inspired millions of people and remains one of the most important insights into the mystical tradition of India.