Autobiography Of A Yogi (Complete Paperback Edition)

This is one of the best books I have ever read... in my entire life. It has given me new (and more sensical) explanations about religion and philosophy in general. This is true to such an extent in fact, that common concepts with the Bible and life in general--that which was once vague or easily misunderstood--became crystal clear and make SOOOOO much more sense the way he presents the "truth" of existence. I would highly recommend this book to anyone and everyone, especially those of you who are Agnostic or Atheist, as the explanations he gives clear up so many of the subjects that turn people away from religion and God in the first place (i.e. he completely puts to rest the "why is God mean" argument, but clearly understanding why children and the innocent get cancer and have other terrible things happen to them). > 1. He gives an alternate explanation and meaning behind the story of Adam and Eve that makes SO SO SO much more sense than what most people are taught and believe. > 2. He gives an alternate explanation and meaning behind Hell, Satan, and the structure of creation in general that make SO SO SO much more sense than what the masses are generally taught. Again, this makes so much more sense, and answers the questions (dismisses them really) about "how could God be so mean?". > 3. He explains how to really get to know God: Not through "faith", but through scientific methods that REALLY provide clear and true answers. This book isn't one to "believe", but rather one to practice, to find real answers for yourself (I love how throughout the whole book he upholds and supports science. Religion isn't a "lifestyle" or a "faith" based thing in his mind. It is scientific, with measurable, ordered, and meaningful values to be found through God and religion). > 4. Some of the above points are just larger highlights on the the things he covers. He explains so much about the Divine, in such a clear and concise way, that God and religion in general now make SENSE (to my limited human understanding) where they once made no sense, and only instilled anger and frustration. I highly highly highly recommend everyone--of every race, creed, and affiliation--read this book. You will get something out of it, likely a more than you ever imagined.

Great buy

This book is amazing. It arrived in perfect condition and this book. Although this is not everyone’s cup of tea, but if you are willing to think out of the box than this book is a must. I absolutely love it and have read it twice to comprehend. I anticipate more reading in the future.

Educational. Inspirational, Transparent. Honest. Entertaining. A biography which enriches the intellect and the soul!!!

I love this book! I think every person should read it at least once!

A friend told me about this book. I bought it for pleasure reading, but my friend gave me the book. since my book was in excellent condition and no longer needed I returned it so that someone else could enjoy it. Thanks!

I procrastinated 40 years to read this and worth the wait.

Awesome book

One of the best books I have ever read! I enjoyed reading every part of it. I actually read all books by yogananda and started doing yoga lead by his style. Do not miss this masterpiece.

Condition of the book is great / good. The actual book contents is just pompous - over inflated infatuation of "sucking up" to the West / Americas - as if Indian rituals need to be acknoweldged or approved by the West. Just sounds like over inflated egos of being in America, and the style of writing / narrative is overly pompous, with little to no actual self refelction of how does one survive in a capatilistic world. I can meditate as I as want but its still not going to protect me from the elements of homelessness. Steve Jobs really thought that this was going to heal him. Maybe it helped him to let go but the fact he decided against medical intervention because of this book makes me think Steve Jobs was greatly mislead. This book only serves those who are already financially well off and want to pass time by entertaining new thoughts without exercising responsibilities and reflection of what is actually happening in the daily maya.

A must read

Best book of all time. It's my second time reading this book and I hope to gain more insights than the first time.

Yogananda tells what’s ‘self realization’ with comical writing. hope it’ll reach the world today.