Autobiography of a Yogi
By Paramahansa Yogananda
Complete chapter-by-chapter summaries of this spiritual classic that has transformed millions of lives. Each chapter includes key learnings, practical applications, and inspiring quotes.
48
Chapters
1946
Published
45+
Languages
About This Sacred Text
Autobiography of a Yogi is a spiritual classic first published in 1946. It introduces Western readers to the science of Yoga and meditation while narrating the extraordinary life of Paramahansa Yogananda.
The book covers Yogananda's childhood, encounters with saints and sages, his founding of Self-Realization Fellowship, and experiences with his guru, Sri Yukteswar Giri.
Steve Jobs read this book every year and had it distributed at his memorial.
Key Themes
- ✦The Guru-Disciple Relationship
- ✦Kriya Yoga & Meditation
- ✦Miracles & Divine Experiences
- ✦Unity of Eastern & Western Spirituality
- ✦Science of Self-Realization
- ✦Lives of Great Indian Saints
Chapter-Wise Summaries
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"Self-realization is the knowing in all parts of body, mind, and soul that you are now in possession of the kingdom of God."
— Paramahansa Yogananda
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