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Advanced Yoga Practices
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> The AYP list of over 400 yoga,
spiritual, and related books is discussed in Lesson #253.
The books are divided into fifteen categories: 1-Yoga/Tantra,
2-Buddhism, 3-Taoism,
4-Theosophy, 5-Judeo/Christian,
6-Western Mystics/Teachers, 7-Islam/Sufism,
8-Shamanism, 9-Channeled
Teachings, 10-Biographies, 11-Inspiring Stories, 12-Health,
13-Sexology, 14-Death/Reincarnation,
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10. SPIRITUAL BIOGRAPHIES
Adriel, Jean -- Avatar
-- 1947 -- The life story of Meher Baba, the flamboyant Indian guru.
Da Free John -- Knee
of Listening -- 1972 -- Spiritual autobiography of Da Free John (Franklin Jones), the
controversial American spiritual master.
Harvey, Andrew -- Hidden
Journey - A Spiritual Awakening -- 1991 -- Harvey's spiritual autobiography which
also introduces the young woman saint, Mother Meera, to the world.
Krishnabai, Mother -- Guru's Grace
-- 1963 -- Autobiography of leading disciple of Swami Ramdas of Anandashram, Kerala.
Kriyananda, Swami -- The
Path -- 1977 -- Spiritual autobiography of Kriyananda (Donald Walters), direct
disciple of Paramahansa Yogananda and founder of the Ananda spiritual community.
Muktananda, Swami -- Play
of Consciousness -- 1974 -- Muktananda's classic spiritual autobiography.
Murphet, Howard -- Sai
Baba - Avatar -- 1977 -- A continuation of the story begun in "Man of
Miracles."
Murphet, Howard -- Sai
Baba - Man of Miracles -- 1977 -- The story of Sai Baba.
Murthy, TS Anantha -- Maharaj
-- 1972 -- Biography of Shriman Tapasviji, a mahatma who lived for 185 years. A case study
on the rejuvenating effects of kaya-kalpa.
Nikhilananda, Harvey and Burroughs -- Selections
From The Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna -- 2002 -- A condensation of the great spiritual
classic.
Nikhilananda, Swami -- The
Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna -- 1942 -- Compiled from the detailed notes of the anonymous
"M" taken during Ramakrishna's life, this is the classic on Ramakrishna. His
words of divine wisdom are alive in these 1000 pages.
Osho/Rajneesh -- Autobiography
of a Spiritually Incorrect Mystic -- 2000 -- A glimpse into the life of one of the
most outrageous 20th century spiritual teachers. It is entertaining, insightful, and maybe
even enlightening. He would have hoped so.
Paulsen, Norman -- Christ
Consciousness - Emergence of the Pure Self Within -- 1980 -- Spiritual autobiography
of this disciple of Paramahansa Yogananda. A wild ride of spiritual unfoldment. The book
includes a remarkable version of the history of the Earth, including the role of aliens in
the evolution of the human race.
Ram Dass -- Be
Here Now -- 1971 -- A Western flower child icon delving into Eastern wisdom. He would
never be the same, and neither would we. From psychedelics to yoga. What a trip!
Ram Dass -- Still
Here -- 2000 -- A sequel to his 1971 classic, "Be Here Now." It is 30 years
later. After decades in service, sadhana, and after a debilitating stroke, Ram Dass is
still here. He always will be in our hearts.
Rama, Swami -- Living
with the Himalayan Masters -- 1978 -- The spiritual autobiography of Swami Rama. A
classic.
Ramdas, Swami -- In
Quest of God -- 1925 -- The spiritual autobiography of this sage who founded
Anandashram in Kerala, South India.
Ramdas, Swami -- In
the Vision of God -- 1935 -- A continuation of the spiritual autobiography (first
volume is "In Quest of God") of this sage who founded Anandashram in Kerala,
South India.
Sivananda/Divine Life Society -- Sivananda:
Biography of a Modern Sage -- 1985 -- The life and works of Swami Sivananda. 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
Steiger, Brad -- In
My Soul I Am Free -- 1988 -- Biography of Paul Twitchell, founder of the Eckankar
movement.
Tirtha, Swami Rama -- Practical
Vedanta -- 1978 -- The life and inspiring teachings of this 19th century sage.
Yogananda, Paramahansa -- Autobiography
of a Yogi -- 1946 -- One of the best spiritual books written in the 20th century
-- said to radiate pure uplifting energy. It has inspired millions to take up the
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