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1. INDIAN PHILOSOPHY, YOGA, AND TANTRA Aiyar, KN -- Thirty Two Vidyas -- 1962 -- Excerpts of knowledge from the twelve major Upanishads. Aranya, Swami Hariharananda -- Yoga Philosophy of Patanjali -- 1963 -- A classic translation and commentary on Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras. Arya, Usharbudh -- Superconscious Meditation -- 1974 -- A survey of methods of meditation. Arya, Usharbudh -- Philosophy of Hatha Yoga -- 1977 -- On the relationship of mind, body, worship, practice, kundalini and human spiritual transformation. Arya, Usharbudh -- Mantra and Meditation -- 1981 -- The use of syllables and mental process to cross over to the inner realm of pure bliss consciousness. Arya, Usharbudh -- Yoga Sutras of Patanjali -- 1986 -- An overview of Samkhya Yoga, and translation of the first chapter (with Vyasa's commentary) of the ancient scripture that defines the eight-limbed system of yoga practice. Chapters 2-4 are not covered, and it is unknown if a volume 2 was written. Aurobindo -- The Mother -- 1972 -- God as the Divine Feminine, the Kundalini Shakti, manifesting as every aspect of the Creation. This book expounds on the many aspects of relationship human beings can have with the Divine Feminine. Aurobino placed particular focus on his human associate, named "The Mother," regarding her has an incarnation of the Divine Feminine and pointing his disciples toward her in worship. Aurobindo and The Mother -- A Practical Guide to Integral Yoga -- 1955 -- Extracts on yoga compiled from the writings of Aurobino and The Mother. Aurobindo/Pandit -- Guide to the Upanishads -- 1967 -- An alphabetical guide to the Upanishads with selected quotes. Beloved, Michael -- Kriya Yoga Bhagavad Gita -- 2008 -- A translation and commentary, exposing the kriya yoga techniques taught by Lord Krishna to Arjuna. This was inspired by Babaji Mahayogin. Beloved, Michael -- Yoga Sutras of Patanjali -- 2008 -- A fresh translation, with word-for-word meanings and precise commentary. New insight into the advanced practices of meditation, kriya yoga and raja yoga. Bhattacharyya, Narendra N. -- History of Sakta Religion -- 1974 -- Chronicles the rise of tantra since Vedic times, with detailed discussion on developments since 600 BC. Bon, Swami BH -- Bhakti-Rasamrta-Sindhuh, Volume 1 -- 1965 -- Translation and commentary on this extensive scripture on bhakti sadhana. Byrom, Thomas -- The Heart of Awareness - Ashtavakra Gita -- 1990 -- A translation of the short but great Advaita (non-dual) scripture. Campbell, Anthony -- Seven States of Consciousness -- 1974 -- A vision of possibilities suggested by the teachings of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. Chawdhri, LR -- Practicals of Mantras and Tantras -- 1984 -- Over 200 pages of mantras and tantric rituals and techniques. Chawdhri, LR -- Practicals of Yantras -- 1985 -- Yantras for every purpose from Hindu, Muslim, Jain, Buddhist and Brahmin traditions. Choudhury, Bikram -- Bikram's Beginning Yoga Class -- 1999 -- A kinder, gentler way into the rigors of Bikram Yoga. Coulter and McCall -- Anatomy of Hatha Yoga: A Manual for Students, Teachers and Practitioners -- 2001 -- A new look at hatha yoga, from the standpoint of anatomy and neuro-physiology. Datta, Aswini Kumar -- Bhakti Yoga -- 1959 -- An overview of bhakti yoga, and how to cultivate it. Dattatreya -- Avadhuta Gita -- 1984 -- Translation of this concise Vedantic scripture which means "Song of the Ever-Free." Davis, Roy Eugene -- Life Surrendered in God: The Philosophy and Practices of Kriya Yoga -- 1995 -- A good overview of Kriya and Raja (eight-limbed) yoga by a direct disciple of Paramahansa Yogananda. Desai, Gita and Mukesh -- Yoga Unveiled (DVD) -- A beautifully done history of yoga, East and West, with many interviews with contemporary yogis, researchers, scholars and teachers. The focus is somewhat skewed toward hatha yoga. Desikachar, TKV -- The Heart of Yoga: Developing a Personal Practice -- 1999 -- On the yoga system of Sri Tirumalai Krishnamacharya (Iyengar's teacher), covering asanas, pranayama, meditation, and philosophy. Egenes, Thomas-- Introduction to Sanskrit - Part One -- 1989 -- An easy to follow text book for beginning Sanskrit students. Feuerstein and Payne -- Yoga for Dummies -- 1999 -- Making yoga available to everyone - mainly on postures. Feuerstein, Georg -- Tantra: Path of Ecstasy -- 1998 -- A broad, scholarly work on Hindu Tantra. Feuerstein, Georg -- The Yoga Tradition: Its History, Literature, Philosophy and Practice -- 2001 -- One of the broadest overviews on yoga yet, by the noted yoga scholar. Gambhirananda, Swami -- Brahma Sutra Bhasya of Shankaracharya -- 1977 -- A Translation with extensive commentary on this primary scripture by Shankara, the great reviver of Vedanta and Yoga in India. Gardner, Adelaide -- Meditation -- 1968 -- A Western examination of Eastern meditation methods. Gheranda/Mallison -- Gheranda Samhita -- 2004 -- Classic Hatha Yoga scripture. An up to date translation, with illustrations of asanas - circa 1700. Goswami, Shyam Sundar -- Laya Yoga -- 1980 -- On mantra meditation, pranayama, asanas, kundalini, tantra, chakras, and purification of the body. Gupta, Sisir Kumar -- Bhagavad Gita with commentary by Madhusudana Sarasvati -- 1977 -- A scholarly translation and commentary of the Gita. Hanson, Virginia -- Approaches to Meditation -- 1973 -- A survey of meditation methods from a Western point of view. Harshananda, Swami -- Sandilya Bhakti Sutras -- 1976 -- Translation and commentary on "the other" bhakti sutras, not to be confused with the Narada Bhakti Sutras. Sandilya's is a more philosophical work. Both are helpful. Isherwood, Christopher -- Vedanta for Modern Man -- 1945 -- Essays on Vedanta (oneness of life) by Isherwood, Prabhavananda, Watts, Huxley, Tagore, and more. Iyengar, BKS -- Light on Yoga -- 1965 -- The classic work on modern Hatha Yoga. Still the leader. Iyengar, BKS -- Light on Pranayama -- 1981 -- Iyengar on pranayama. Iyengar, BKS -- Light on the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali -- 1993 -- The Iyengar perspective on this great yoga scripture. Johari, Harish -- Chakras - Energy Centers of Transformation -- 1987 -- A good overview on chakras in relation to kundalini, tantra and yoga philosophy. Johari, Harish -- Tools for Tantra -- 1986 -- An overview of tantra, including, mantras, yantras, mahavidyas and worship. Nicely illustrated. Judge, William Q. -- Bhagavad Gita -- 1890 -- One of the early translations of the Bhagavad Gita by a founding Theosophist. Kamala -- Flawless Mirror -- 1969 -- A direct disciple's experience with Paramahansa Yogananda and his teachings. Khanna, Madhu -- Yantra - Tantric Symbol of Cosmic Unity -- 1979 -- A classic work on yantra energy, symbolism and construction. Knapp, Stephen -- Secret Teachings of the Vedas -- 1990 -- An easy to read synopsis of the essential teachings of the Vedas. Krishna, Gopi -- Kundalini:The Evolutionary Energy in Man -- 1967 -- Gopi Krishna's first book - his spiritual autobiography covering his difficult journey with prematurely awakened kundalini. Krishna, Gopi/Kieffer -- Kundalini for the New Age -- 1988 -- Selected writings of Gopi Krishna on kundalini, the "evolutionary mechanism in human beings, slowly drawing the race to a golden future of harmony, peace and happiness." Krishnamurti, J -- Life Ahead -- 1963 -- The famous spiritual teacher writes on the meaning of mature human life. Kriyananda, Goswami -- Spiritual Science of Kriya Yoga -- 1976 -- A detailed overview of Kriya Yoga, but lacking the key esoteric practices. Kriyananda, Swami -- Keys to the Bhagavad Gita -- 1979 -- Based on the Bhagavad Gita interpretations of Paramahansa Yogananda. Maharishi Mahesh Yogi -- Science of Being and Art of Living -- 1963 -- The process of unfoldment through meditation. Maharishi Mahesh Yogi -- Bhagavad Gita Chapters 1-6 with Commentary -- 1967 -- The first third of the Bhagavad Gita through the eyes of the Maharishi Maharishi Mahesh Yogi -- Bhagavad Gita Chapters 1-6 - Concordance -- 1971 -- Concordance for the Maharishi's commentary on the Bhagavad Gita, chapters 1-6. Maharishi Mahesh Yogi -- Love and God -- 1973 -- The Maharishi on his guru, meditation, love, God and enlightenment. Maharshi, Ramana -- The Spiritual Teachings of Ramana Maharshi -- 1972 -- Instruction on the principles and practices of spiritual attainment and realization. Meera, Mother -- Answers -- 1991 -- Mother Meera on bringing down the paramatman light, avatars, world transformation, darshan, prayer, devotion, service, realization, and more. Mitchell, Stephen -- Bhagavad Gita - A New Translation -- 2002 -- Mitchell adds the Bhagavad Gita to his impressive list of scripture translations, and does a good job. Motoyama, Hiroshi -- Theories of the Chakras - Bridge to Higher Consciousness -- 1981 -- An excellent little book on kundalini yoga, by a Japanese yogi and researcher, with a tie in to Theosophist, CW Leadbeater's early work. Muktananda, Swami -- I AM THAT -- 1978 -- Muktananda comments on the Vijnana Bhairava and explains the use of the "Hamsa" mantra. Muktananda, Swami -- Kundalini - The Secret of Life -- 1979 -- A short book on the nature of kundalini and how it is awakened in the human being. Muktananda, Swami -- Kundalini Stavah -- 1980 -- Translation and commentary on this scripture on the nature of the kundalini energy in man. Muktananda, Swami -- Light on the Path -- 1981 -- About guru, God, guru/disciple relationship, meditation and the path of knowledge. Narada -- Bhakti Sutras -- 1940 -- Ancient and very instructive scripture on Bhakti Yoga. Narasimhan, CV -- Mahabharata -- 1997 -- Easy to read abridged version of the great epic struggle between two related families (the Pandavas and the Kauravas) in ancient India. The Bhagavad Gita is contained within the Mahabharata, but better to get a separate, more detailed, translation for that. Narayanananda, Swami -- The Primal Power in Man or The Kundalini Shakti -- 1950 -- On kundalini and how to raise it through yogic methods. Symptoms of partial and full raising of kundalini. The three Gunas. Kundalini as a disease - taking the wrong course. Light on points of doubt and controversy. Narayanananda, Swami -- The Secrets of Prana, Pranayama and Yoga Asanas -- 1979 -- A good overview of kundalini, pranayama, asanas, mudras and bandhas. Narayanananda, Swami -- Gist of Religions -- 1979 -- A brief integrative review of the world's religions by an accomplished yogi. Narayanananda, Swami -- Within You -- 1981 -- Short book on the divinity of each person: one consciousness, kundalini, purification of nerves (nadis) and mind, role of emotions, and the unfoldment of samadhi. Nityaswarupananda -- Astavakra Samhita -- 1940 -- A short treatise on Advaita Vedanta - the philosophy of the divine non-dual nature of life. Osbourne, Arthur -- Collected Works of Ramana Maharshi -- 1972 -- The writings of the great sage of Arunachala, India. Osho/Rajneesh -- Book of Secrets -- 1974 -- A 1000 page commentary on the 20 or so page "112 centering practices" drawn from the Vigyan Bhairava Tantra in Paul Reps classic little book, "Zen Flesh, Zen Bones." Osho/Rajneesh -- Meditation - The First and Last Freedom -- 1996 -- An overview of many different kinds of meditation. Osho/Rajneesh -- Courage - The Joy of Living Dangerously -- 1999 -- On developing the courage to change in inward ways. Pandit, MP -- Gems from the Tantras -- 1969 -- Translation and commentary on the short Kularnava scripture focusing on the practical aspects of tantra - particularly meditation (japa). Pandit, MP -- Gems from the Tantras, Second Series -- 1971 -- Selections and commentary from several Tantra texts, with emphasis on the consciousness aspect of divine reality. Pandit, MP -- Bases of Tantra Sadhana -- 1972 -- Translation and comments on the brief "Preliminary Sutras of Parashurama." A short booklet on the methods of tantra yoga practice. Pandit, MP -- Kundalini Yoga -- 1979 -- A brief study of Sir John Woodroffe's "The Serpent Power." (also on this list) Paulsen, Norman -- Sacred Science - Meditation, Transformation, Illumination -- 2000 -- The main spiritual practice taught by Paulsen - in his own style and structure - revealing the details of kriya yoga spinal breathing pranayama for the first time in a book. Powell, Robert -- Talks with Ramana Maharshi: On Realizing Abiding Peace and Happiness -- 2000 -- A compilation of Ramana Maharshi's talks from 1935-39. Prabhavananda and Isherwood -- Song of God - Bhagavad Gita -- 1944 -- A classic translation and commentary on the great scripture. Easy to read and discern. Prabhavananda and Isherwood -- Shankara's Crest Jewel of Discrimination -- 1947 -- Jnana yoga as expounded by the great Shankara. Prabhavananda and Isherwood -- How to Know God - The Yoga Aphorisms of Patanjali -- 1953 -- An easy-to-read translation and commentary on Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras. Very well known and highly regarded. Prabhavananda, Swami -- Upanishads -- 1948 -- An easy to read summation of the core scriptures of Vedanta. Prabhavananda, Swami -- Srimad Bhagavatam -- 1983 -- Translation of Vyasa's great Vedantic scripture by the Vedanta Society/Ramakrishna Math. Prabhupada, Swami -- Srimad Bhagavatam -- 1972 -- The Srimad Bhagavatam is an elaboration on the Vedanta Sutra by its author, Vyasa, who also wrote the Mahabharata (of which the Bhagavad Gita is a part). This commentary is from the point of view of the Krishna Consciousness movement. Prabhupada, Swami -- Perfection of Yoga -- 1972 -- A brief overview on yoga through the eyes of the Krishna Consciousness movement. Prime, Ranchor -- Ramayama: A Journey -- 1999 -- An abridged, readable version of the great epic story of Rama, his love and his struggle to recover his bride and his kingdom. Radha, Swami Sivananda -- Kundalini Yoga for the West -- 1978 -- An extensive introductory exposition on kundalini, leaving out the esoteric methods, from a leading female disciple of the great Swami Sivananda. Radha, Swami Sivananda -- Sivananda Companion to Yoga -- 2000 -- A complete guide of postures, pranayama, diet, relaxation and meditation techniques. Rama, S. and Ajaya, S. -- Creative Use of Emotion -- 1976 -- How to use emotional energy to fuel spiritual progress. This is the essence of bhakti. Rama, S., Ballentine, R., Ajaya, S. -- Yoga and Psychotherapy - The Evolution of Consciousness -- 1976 -- On body and hatha yoga, breath and energy, the mind, buddhi/unknown mind, meditation, sleep, psychosis to mysticism, and chakras. Rama, Swami -- Book of Wisdom - Ishopanishad -- 1972 -- A translation and commentary pointing out both profound and practical aspects of this short Vedantic scripture. Rama, Swami -- Joints and Glands Exercises -- 1977 -- Simple stretching exercises that increase circulation to all parts of the body and improve overall flexibility, restoring natural vitality. These are preparation for hatha yoga. Rama, Swami -- Science of Breath - A Practical Guide -- 1979 -- An introductory work on pranayama, preceding his deeper works under the "Fire and Light" title. Rama, Swami -- Enlightenment Without God -- 1982 -- Translation and commentary on Mandukya Upanishad regarding states of consciousness and the ultimate realization. Rama, Swami -- Choosing a Path -- 1982 -- A good review of the major systems of yoga, and how we each might lean toward one or the other. Rama, Swami -- Inspired Thoughts -- 1983 -- A compilation of previously ungathered lectures and articles delivered during his decade of teaching in the USA. Rama, Swami -- Path of Fire and Light -- 1986 -- Advanced practices of pranayama and hatha yoga. Rama, Swami -- Path of Fire and Light, Volume 2 -- 1988 -- More on advanced practices of pranayama and hatha yoga. Rama, Swami, et al -- Inner Paths -- 1979 -- A series of essays on Raja Yoga, Aurobindo, Buddhism, Jainism and Jnana Yoga Ramacharaka -- Fourteen Lessons in Yoga Philosophy -- 1903 -- An easy to read primer on Eastern philosophy and yoga. One the best ever done, which is why it is still print after 100 years. The Ramacharaka books (about 14 still in print) were written in Chicago by William Walker Atkinson in collaboration with Baba Bharata, a pupil of the late Yogi Ramacharaka. Ramacharaka -- Advance Course in Yogi Philosophy and Oriental Occultism -- 1904 -- A comprehensive overview of yoga philosophy and methods. Ramacharaka -- Science of Breath -- 1904 -- A very good little book on pranayama, published in the USA a century ago. Ramacharaka -- Spirit of the Upanishads -- 1907 -- Inspiring quotes from the Upanishads -- a wonderful little book. Ramdas, Swami -- Hints to Aspirants -- 1959 -- Excerpts from letters written by Swami Ramdas to disciples around the world. Rawson, Philip -- Tantra - The Indian Cult of Ecstasy -- 1973 -- A nicely illustrated overview of traditional tantric concepts and symbols. Sankara/Ayyangar -- Saundarya-Lahari (Ocean of Beauty) -- 1965 -- One of the best known ancient scriptures of Sri Vidya Tantra, said to be by Sankara himself, but no one knows for sure. Sastriar, Kapali -- Sri Chakra -- 1970 -- The development and spiritual symbolism of the great tantric symbol, Sri Chakra, or Sri Yantra. Satyananda, Swami -- Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha -- 1968 -- A comprehensive guide to the title techniques. A primary teaching book in the Bihar School of Yoga. Satyananda, Swami -- Yoga Nidra -- 1976 -- Techniques for yoga nidra - lucid yogic sleep. Satyananda, Swami -- Kundalini Tantra -- 1984 -- One of the most thorough books available on kundalini, tantra and kriya yoga. Schmidt, Carl -- A Recipe for Bliss -- 2001 -- A primer on non-traditional kriya yoga. Singh, Jaideva -- Siva Sutras - The Yoga of Supreme Identity -- 1979 -- Translation and commentary on this ancient scripture of Kashmir Saivism. Singh, Jaideva -- Vijnanabhairava, or Divine Consciousness -- 1979 -- Also spelled "Vigyan Bhairava." The 112 types of yoga practice going directly to the heart of human spiritual transformation, eschewing mechanical worship, external rites and ceremonies. This scripture is about 4000 years old and is one of the best ever written on yoga. That is why it is still around. Sivananda, Swami -- Sadhana -- 1978 -- Excellent book on practice in all the branches of yoga. This great sage wrote several hundred books. Only a few are available in the West. For the rest, visit the Divine Life Society book and eBook store at: http://www.dlshq.org/books Sivananda, Swami -- Bhagavad Gita -- 1979 -- A straight translation by the great Sivananda. Sivananda, Swami -- Tantra Yoga, Nada Yoga and Kriya Yoga -- 1980 -- Discussions on Kechari Mudra, Mahamudra, Yonimudra Navi Kriya, and four levels of Pranayama. Sivananda, Swami -- Kundalini Yoga -- 1997 -- The principles and practices of kundalini yoga. Sivananda, Swami -- Sure Ways for Success in Life and God Realization -- 2003 -- Sivananda writes on culture of will and memory; raja yoga; psychic influence; cultivation of virtues; eradication of negative qualities; garland of yoga. With a guide to keeping a spiritual diary. Sivapriyananda, Swami -- Secret Power of Tantrik Breathing -- 1983 -- Theory and practice of tantric pranayama. Subramuniya -- Everything is Within You -- 1958 -- A small booklet beautifully affirming the oneness of all life. Svatmarama, Swami -- Hathayogapradipika of Svatmarama -- 1972 -- The 500 year old Hatha Yoga Pradipika, one of the most thorough handbooks on hatha yoga ever written. Svatmarama/Akers -- Hatha Yoga Pradipika -- 2002 -- Classic Hatha Yoga scripture. An up to date translation, with illustrations of asanas - circa 1500. Swenson, David -- Ashtanga Yoga: The Practice Manual -- 1999 -- The "eight-limbed" path. An illustrated guide to personal practice. Tigunait, Pandit Rajmani -- Seven Systems of Indian Philosophy -- 1983 -- An in depth survey of the seven systems of India philosophy: Buddhism, Nyaya, Vaisesika, Samkhya, Yoga, Mimamsa, and Vedanta. Turiya Nada -- Cave of the Siddhars Audio CD -- 2004 -- Yoga/Meditation/Healing/Manifestion -- A sacred transmission of powerful and potent mantras that have been passed down through the Siddhars of south India for thousands of years. Van Lysebeth, Andre -- Yoga: Self-Taught -- An excellent little book on hatha yoga by this long-time European teacher. Vivekananda -- Religion of Love -- 1900 -- A short book on bhakti yoga outlining the process of transforming desire for objects of the senses to desire for a chosen ideal of the divine. Vivekananda -- Karma Yoga and Bhakti Yoga -- 1955 -- The sacred words of a great sage on two vital yoga topics - divine love and service. Vivekananda -- Jnana Yoga -- 1955 -- Vivekananda on the path of the intellect. Vivekananda -- Raja Yoga -- 1956 -- Vivekananda on the eight-limbed path as expounded by Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras. Woodroffe, Sir John -- Tantra of the Great Liberation -- 1913 -- A translation of the Mahanirvana Tantra with commentary. Woodroffe, Sir John -- Principles of Tantra Part 1 -- 1913 -- Two volume overview of tantra dealing with points on scripture, tantra versus veda, ritual, etc. all leading up the "The Serpent Power," his crowning achievement. Woodroffe, Sir John -- Principles of Tantra Part 2 -- 1913 -- Two volume overview of tantra dealing with points on scripture, tantra versus veda, ritual, etc. all leading up the "The Serpent Power," his crowning achievement. Woodroffe, Sir John -- Hymns to the Goddess and Hymn to Kali -- 1913 -- Hymns to the Devi (goddess) in Her many forms from Tantra, Purana, Mahabharata and Shankara. Woodroffe, Sir John -- Shakti and Shakta -- 1918 -- Essays and lectures by Woodroffe on Tantra and Shakta scriptures and doctrine. Woodroffe, Sir John -- The Serpent Power - The Secrets of Tantric and Shaktic Yoga -- 1919 -- The great classic on Tantra and Kundalini Yoga. Still a vital resource for modern yogis. Woodroffe, Sir John -- Introduction to Tantra Sastra -- 1920 -- An overview of Siva, Sakti, the creation, and the elements of spiritual practice. Woodroffe, Sir John -- The World as Power -- 1921 -- Exploring Power (Kundalini Sakti) as the ultimate reality and animator of life, mind, matter, causality, continuity, and as consciousness itself. Woodroffe, Sir John -- The Garland of Letters -- 1922 -- A study of mantra in tantra. Yogananda, Paramahansa -- Whispers From Eternity -- 1929 -- A book of "answered prayers" by the great yogi. Yogananda, Paramahansa -- Cosmic Chants -- 1938 -- A book of spiritual chants by Yogananda, with sheet music included. Yogananda, Paramahansa -- Sayings of Yogananda -- 1952 -- Wonderful saying from the great sage. Open this book anywhere and you will find answers. Yogananda, Paramahansa -- Science of Religion -- 1953 -- The basics of all religion: universality/oneness, suffering transforming to bliss, God as bliss, the four religious methods, instruments of knowledge and the validity of religious methods. Yogananda, Paramahansa -- Scientific Healing Affirmations -- 1953 -- Affirmations and yoga techniques to aid in wellness. Yogananda, Paramahansa -- Metaphysical Meditations -- 1967 -- A small book of prayers on finding God, expansion of consciousness, material concerns, self-improvement and Christmas. Yogananda, Paramahansa -- Songs of the Soul -- 1983 -- A compilation of poems of prayers written by Yogananda in the 1920s and 1930s. Yogani -- Advanced Yoga Practices - Easy lessons for Ecstatic Living -- 2004 -- A pragmatic integration of the world's most effective advanced yoga practices, presented in plain English. Yogani -- The AYP Enlightenment Series - Nine Books -- 2005-2007 (in progress) -- Concise step-by-step instruction books on practices, including Deep Meditation, Spinal Breathing Pranayama, Tantra, Asanas/Mudra/Bandhas/Kundalini, Samyama, Diet/Shatkarmas/Amaroli, Self-Inquiry, Bhakti/Karma Yoga, and Eight Limbs of Yoga (Structure and Pacing of Self-Directed Practice). Yogashakti, Ma -- Yoga Vashishtha -- 1975 -- A short book on yoga and human evolution to enlightenment. Yogashakti, Ma -- Chhandogya Upanishad -- 1976 -- A short treatise on yoga and meditation. Yogashakti, Ma -- Yoga Syzygy (Gherand Samhita) -- 1984 -- A translation and commentary on the Gherand Samhita, one of the two most detailed ancient scriptures on hatha yoga. The Hatha Yoga Pradipika is the other. Yukteswar, Swami -- Holy Science -- 1949 -- The only English book by Paramahansa Yogananda's guru. Translated from Sanskrit and published in 1949. |
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