Paramahamsa Prajnanananda (2012 – 2018)
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Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
A commentary on Adi Shankara’s Nirvana Shatakam. This inspiring commentary on an ancient text illuminates the seeker, who discovers that beyond the finite body and mind shines the infinite soul, pure and ever free.
Published 2009
ISBN: 978-3-99000-000-7
Set of 5 CDs
Price: 37€ + Shipping
English
Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
Dieses Werk ist eine persönliche Aufzeichnung über die intensive Zeit bis 1998, die Paramahamsa Prajnanananda mit Gurudev verbrachte. Viele Abbildungen und vor allem Baba Hariharanandas handschriftliche Briefe machen dieses Werk zu einem spirituellen „Schatz“ für alle Kriyavans. (Engl. Originaltitel „My Time with the Master“)
Published 2012
ISBN: 978-3-99000-101-1
260 Seiten
Preis: 12€ + Versandkosten
Deutsche, Englische Ausgabe
Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
A tribute to Paramahamsa Hariharananda offered with love and devotion by his beloved disciple, Paramahamsa Prajnananandaji – 3 CD set.
CD One: Bhajans with Metaphorical Interpretation, recorded in Vienna, Austria, July 1998
CD Two: Devotional Songs, recorded in Cleveland, OH, August 1998
CD Three: Sumananjali-A Tribute to Paramahamsa Hariharananda, recorded in Cleveland, OH, May 1999.
Published 2007
Set of 3 CDs
Price: 18€ + Shipping
English
Paramahamsa Hariharananda
Der indische Yogameister Paramahamsa Hariharananda führt in eine der ältesten und ursprünglichsten Formen des Yoga ein: Der Kriya Yoga vereinigt die wirkungsvollsten Techniken der traditio- nellen Yogasysteme. Ihre Übung stärkt, reinigt und verjüngt den Körper und verleiht dem Verstand Brillanz, Klarheit und Geduld. Kriya Yoga bildet die Schnellstraße aller Religionen und den schnellsten Weg zum Erfolg. ~ Paramahamsa Hariharananda
Publiziert 2004
ISBN: 978-3-7205-2556-5
328 Seiten
Preis: 20,60€ + Versandkosten
Deutsche, Englische, Französische, Italienische, Polnische, Portugiesische, Spanische und Ungarische Ausgabe
Paramahamsa Hariharananda
The words and wisdom of Paramahamsa Hariharananda. Audio.
Published 2006
CD
Price: 11€ + Shipping
English
Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
Das seit langem erwartete Handbuch mit Biographien und essentiellen Lehren der Meister der Kriya Yoga Linie von Babaji über Yogananda bis Paramahamsa Hariharananda.
Publiziert 2000
ISBN: 978-3-902038-06-7
139 Seiten
Preis: 9€ + Versandkosten
Deutsche, Englische Ausgabe
Paramahamsa Hariharananda
Published 2006
CD
Price: 10€ + Shipping
English
Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
Der Autor zeigt Schritt für Schritt Methoden, um mit Hilfe der von ihm zusammengestellten Schriften und Texte im täglichen Leben spirituell fortzuschreiten. Yoga, Pathway to the Divine clarifies the real meaning of the often-misused term yoga, dispelling the frequent misconception about this eternal and sacred science. The author brilliantly captures our attention revealing the powerful truth of breath control as the tool to mind control and emphasizes that the inner meaning of yoga is a state of balance and equanimity, giving us hints on how to attain a yogic state where one may, eventually, experience the union of the individual self with that Supreme Self.
Publiziert 1999
ISBN: 978-3-902038-02-9
119 Seiten
Preis: 9€ + Versandkosten
Deutsche, Englische, Französische, Italienische, Polnische Ausgabe
Paramahamsa Hariharananda
Published 2006
CD
Price: 10€ + Shipping
English
Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
Leben und Lehren des geheimnisvollen Mahayogi Babaji. Auf seine Anweisung werden die Lehren des Kriya Yoga durch die Linie der Meister wie Lahiri Mahasaya, Shri Yukteshwar, Yogananda und Paramahamsa Hariharananda an wahre spirituelle Aspiranten weitergegeben. The life of a realized master is mysterious. The life and teaching of the great master Mahavatar Babaji is even more mysterious and hidden. Although nothing is known about his life, his mission and teachings are well-known throughout the world.
Originally written in Oriya by Paramahamsa Prajnanananda Giri, this book is a loving tribute to the Deathless Guru.
Publiziert 1999
ISBN: 978-3-902038-00-5
91 Seiten
Preis: 7€ + Versandkosten
Deutsche, Englische Ausgabe
Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
This most inspiring and thought-provoking lecture, filmed at a 2004 Kriya Yoga retreat in Denmark, begins by Paramahamsa Prajnanananda discussing the need for inner growth – growth in heart, spirit, love and joy. For this growth, real knowledge of the Self is needed. He speaks about how to attain Self-knowledge, Truth, and complete awareness through the practice of Kriya Yoga. He provides an understanding of Kriya Yoga, why to practice it, and the beauty and benefits of this spiritual path. Proceeds benefit the Hariharananda Balashram, a home and school for the poor children of Orissa, India.
Published 2006
DVD, Price: 18€ + Shipping
English
Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
Our life is like a book and each one of us is the author of our own life story. In this five-DVD set, titled Change Your Life Paramahamsa Prajnanananda teaches the necessary and practical skills needed to make our lives a divine masterpiece. Filmed at a retreat in Denmark, Paramahamsa Prajnanananda delivers five beautiful and enlightening discourses that captivate the hearts, and expand the minds of his audience. The master explains why we must first change our attitude towards the world, our friends, our family, and most importantly, ourselves, before we can change our lives. Using metaphors from the scriptures, personal recollections, and even Aesops Fables, he lovingly inspires and encourages us on our journey back to God. Proceeds benefit the Hariharananda Balashram, a home and school for the poor children of Orissa, India.
Published 2006
5-DVD Set
Price: 50€ + Shipping
English
Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
A profound understanding of our true nature and how Kriya Yoga can once more awaken us to our divinity.
Published 2004
DVD, Price: 18€ + Shipping
English
Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
Prayer: a simple act of spirituality, a form of communication with God, an expression of love for God. Prayer has a healing effect on body, mind, and the Soul. This small collection contains a variety of prayers from the Vedas until modern times. We hope that this garland of prayers compiled from different scriptures and saintly figures will enhance your relationship with God and help you to intensify your spiritual practice. A companion prayer booklet is also available.
Published 2003
CD
Price: 10€ + Shipping
Sanskrit
Paramhamsa Hariharananda was one of the greatest masters of Kriya Yoga and a legend among spiritual seekers of the 20th century. He attained the ultimate state of nirviklapa Samadhi (state of realization). This great saint and master lead a humble life and purified the lives of his disciples. He served the spiritually needy with divine love throughout his 95 years of life. He traveled across the globe teaching Kriya Yoga, meditation and established many centres. Kriya Yoga is mentioned in holy Hindu scripture, Srimad Bhagavad-Gita. Maharshi Patanjali is the father of yoga, as described in Yoga Sutras. Kriya yoga is based on physiology, psychology, astrology and direct experience of realized master. It can be practiced by people of all walks of life, irrespective of age and religion. The specialty of Kriya Yoga, is the simultaneous development of body, mind and soul, cultivation of life into meditation and contemplation in the shortest period of time Kriya yoga is the essence of all yogas jnana, raja, hata, karma, bhakthi, dhyana and laya. The ancient technique of Kriya Yoga is imparted by great realized master Mahavatar Babaji, Lahiri Mahasaya, Paramahamsa Yogananda and Paramhamsa Hariharananda. His beloved spiritual successor Paramahamsa Prajanananda, is tirelessly spreading the Kriya yoga technique throughout the world. These songs are small flowers of devotion at the feet of our beloved Guru, Hariharananda.
Published 2003
CD
Price: 10€ + Shipping
Sanskrit
Paramahamsa Hariharananda
These inspiring discourses provide the listener with insight into the essence of living a spiritual life in the world. This is a rare opportunity to directly experience the teachings of the Master Paramahamsa Hariharananda who was an incarnation of love and compassion.
Published 2000
CD
Price: 14€ + Shipping
English
Paramahamsa Hariharananda
Public lecture filmed live in Miami, FL – Sept 19, 1997
Published 1997
DVD, Price: 15€ + Shipping
English
Paramahamsa Hariharananda
This is rare recording of Paramahamsa Hariharananda delivering a powerful metaphorical interpretation of Chapter 15 of the Bhagavad Gita, as it applies to our daily lives. Part of a series of lectures recorded live in 1992 in Orlando, Florida.
Published 1992
CD
Price: 10€ + Shipping
English
Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
Throughout the ages, countless millions have read and followed the teachings of the Torah. It is considered to be the word of God. The Torah influenced and inspired the three major Abrahamic religions that developed in the Middle East „” Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Most notable among its teachings are the Ten Commandments, revealed to Moses by God eons ago, yet still considered the moral code for many today. One can only imagine the impact the Torah has had on the world. In the glimmering annals of sacred world scriptures, the Torah stands as significant. One can safely surmise that its long-lasting influence has been powerful. As with all sacred texts, the Torah is often understood at only one level by the masses, when its words are taken literally. When describing the Torah, Paramahamsa Prajnanananda has said, „The Torah is a treasure trove of wisdom, but one must know how to extract its riches.“ The Torah is a deep, vast ocean of Truth, meant to be dived into, not just admired from the shore. In The Mystical Torah:
A Yogi’s Perspective, we are given a glimpse of the hidden treasures found in the Torah’s depths. With remarkable insight and clarity, Paramahamsa Prajnanananda’s commentary breathes life into this ancient text, revealing its deep inner meaning, understood by only a few. The master takes us beyond the man-made boundaries of this most hallowed text so we can discover that its stories and teachings are beautiful representations of our own sacred journeys back to divinity.
Published 2016
ISBN: 978-3-99000-072-4
277 Pages
Price: 14€ + Shipping
English
by Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
The path of a disciple is a beautiful but often arduous journey from imperfection to perfection, from human to divine. Decades ago, a courageous and determined young man, Paramahamsa Prajnanananda, set off on this journey under the skillful guidance of his beloved Gurudev, Paramahamsa Hariharananda, a highly esteemed God-realized master. Many set out on this journey, but few remain steadfast and follow it to the goal. Paramahamsa Prajnanananda is proof that when someone faithfully follows the master’s footsteps, reaching the goal is possible.
This is the fifth and final volume of a series that chronicles Paramahamsa Prajnanananda’s discipleship with his beloved Gurudev. Each volume offers new insight and inspiration. The simplicity of Shri Gurudev’s words lets us discover the true beauty of his teachings; he was adept at conveying the profound Truth found in mundane interactions and experiences. Paramahamsa Prajnanananda’s cherished memories of his master will captivate your heart, inspire hope, and encourage you to proceed on the spiritual path.
Published 2023
ISBN: 978-3-99000-167-7
593 Seiten
Price: 23 Euro + Shipping
Language: English
Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
Many ironies arise in this world of duality and illusion. The very things we think will bring us happiness, the things we habitually indulge in, often trap us and make us suffer. Just as the sweet aroma of nectar lures unsuspecting insects into a deadly pitcher plant, human beings fall victim to the fatal vices that hide in the pleasures of the world. Escaping them can be difficult.
How do we avoid the pitfalls that prevent us from realizing our divinity? How do we escape life’s traps? In „The Trap“, Paramahamsa Prajnanananda shares practical insights into these questions. Written for young and old this illustrated book helps us see the world with heightened awareness and a fresh set of eyes. We learn to recognize traps and free ourselves using self-discipline and discrimination.
Published 2023
ISBN: 978-3-99000-166-0
60 Pages
Price: 9€ + Shipping
English
Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
Shri Gurudev Paramahamsa Hariharanandaji often stressed the critical role that environment and culture play in our lives. Maintaining a loving and calm inner environment is first and foremost when it comes to spiritual advancement. However, we cannot ignore the impact and influence that people and places have had on our evolution. This remarkable book is far more than a loving tribute to our beloved Shri Gurudev; it is a tribute to everyone and everything that helped shape his character and life.
In writing this book Paramahamsa Prajnananandaji honors a few of the important people and places in his beloved master’s life. He also teaches us about the attitude of love and respect we so desperately need. Our beloved and humble Shri Gurudev achieved the pinnacle of realization. As we quickly discover, every day of his life was a tribute to everyone who helped him achieve it.
Published 2023
ISBN: 978-3-99000-165-3
175 Pages
Price: 12€ + Shipping
English
Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
Long ago, a brilliant and enlightened young monk named Shri Adi Shankara breathed new life into India’s long-standing monastic order and left humanity a treasure trove of his wisdom and teachings in the form of prayers, hymns, and commentary. In Shiva Aparadha Ksamapana Stotram, he reminds us how we have forgotten the One who is the source of our life and our divine nature. In this commentary by Paramahamsa Prajnanananda, a great, God-realized Kriya Yoga Master, his deep love and reverence for Shri Adi Shankara lend themselves to this beautiful, sensitive, and thought-provoking commentary. Ever attuned to the Divine, his words emanate from the fathomless wisdom that abides within.
Published 2011
ISBN: 978-3-99000-025-0
152 Pages
Price: 11€ + Shipping
English
Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
Shri Adi Shankara’s time on Earth was brief, but his contribution to the world was immeasurable. A poet, philosopher, and reformer of India’s age-old monastic order, he composed many of India’s most renowned spiritual treasures. Among his most acclaimed Vedantic works, the Bhaja Govindam stands alone in its ability to rouse the reader from the illusory state of ordinary human consciousness. For this reason, it has also been called moha mudgara,’the hammer that crushes human delusion.“ That its origin was nothing less than pure, divine compassion is undeniable. In the Bhaja Govindam, Shri Adi Shankara cuts through to the heart of the human dilemma. Reminding us that God is the only unchanging principle of permanent bliss and happiness, he implores us, „Love God, love God, love God, O fool!“
Published 2012
ISBN: 978-3-99000-032-8
210 Pages
Price: 11€ + Shipping
English
by Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
In the Hindu religion, Lord Hanuman is a divine incarnation and the epitome of fearlessness, faith, and undying devotion. He is the perfect devotee, the obedient servant of Lord Rama, and a highly accomplished master. Stories of Lord Hanuman’s daring feats have captivated the hearts of millions of devotees for centuries, motivating them to overcome life’s challenging obstacles. Lord Hanuman’s extraordinary courage and love for Lord Rama inspired the renowned poet and saint Tulasi Das (1511-1623). The poet’s life and literary works as the Hanuman Chalisa impact countless devotees even today.
At the request of his disciples, Paramahamsa Prajnanananda has gifted us with a commentary on Saint Tulasi Das’s timeless prayer to Lord Hanuman, the Shri Hanuman Chalisa. This beautiful prayer takes on new depth when we contemplate Paramahamsaji’s insights and explanations. We begin to understand that Lord Hanuman is not just a character in a book, but a powerful force that resides in the hearts of all.
Published 2023
ISBN: 978-3-99000-164-6
137 Pages, Price: 14 Euro + Shipping and handling
Language: English
by Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
Few books have endured and reminded relevant throughout the ages. This magnificent Vedic text, the Kaivalya Upanishad, is among them. Although it is ancient, it is best described as eternal; its teachings transcend the past, present, and future. Undoubtedly, this book is not meant for casual reading; its words must be absorbed and deeply contemplated to receive the priceless gift hidden within them. What is this gift? The Kaivalya Upanishad expertly teaches the path of liberation and the knowledge of the Self. One who possesses this sacred knowledge realizes the concerns of life and our connection to the Divine.
Throughout the history of humankind seekers have listened to the cry of their souls and sought to find out „Who Am I?“ and „What is my purpose in this world?“. Thousands of years ago the compassionate rishis of India taught us how to find the answers. The commentary in this marvelous book by Paramahamsa Prajnananandaji shines a spotlight on the profound truths presented in this masterpiece, making them easier to comprehend and apply to the modern-day world. The wisdom in this book is endless.
Published 2023
ISBN: 978-3-99000-168-4
181 Pages, Price: 17 Euro + Shipping and handling
Language: English
Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
by Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
Nothing is more precious to disciples than spending time with their spiritual teacher, especially when the teacher is a God-realized master. What a gift is this intimate view into Paramahamsa Prajnananandaji’s cherished moments with his beloved Gurudev, the eminent Kriya Yoga Master Paramahamsa Hariharananda. Volume 4 of „In the Company of My Master“ narrates Paramahamsa Prajnananandaji’s apprenticeship with his master at Karar Ashram from 1987 to 1989.
Readers will find this book captivating, but its stories are much more than beautiful memories; they are a roadmap to Self-realization. Paramahamsa Hariharananda is the perfect master, a marvelous blend of unconditional love and infinite wisdom, equally adept at being in the world and beyond it. Paramahamsa Prajnanananda, his foremost disciple, was uncompromising in his commitment to his master. Their bond was impenetrable.
Gurudev Paramahamsa Hariharanandaji, humble and selfless, had only one wish for his disciples: to reach the state of realization – then exceed it. His heart was fathomless.
Published 2022
ISBN: 978-3-99000-158-5
499 Seiten, Preis: 23 Euro + Versandkosten
Language: English
Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
Many of us consider our relationship with God separate from everyday life. Queen Gandhari, the wife of the blind King Dhritarashtra, had a different view. She did not limit her relationship with God; she expanded it. She discovered that God is the essence of every relationship in life. Her relationship with God became her path to finding God. Despite the many hardships she faced, she was joyous on this path. Is there anything more thrilling than experiencing God’s presence within and everywhere?
In this insightful book, Paramahamsa explores our most valuable relationship – our eternal relationship with the Divine. His commentary on the beautiful and heartfelt prayer of Queen Gandhari (found in the Prapanna Gita) awakens us to the significance of expanding our concept of God. The divine relationship is not only uplifting and fulfilling; it is also enlightening.
Published 2022
ISBN: 978-3-99000-161-5
143 Pages
Price: 16€ + Shipping
English
by Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
Many of us are fascinated with Self-realization, but few of us work to achieve it. Most of us have no idea what it takes to reach the goal. Nothing is more rewarding than success on the spiritual path, but we approach this path blindly, unprepared for its challenges. The fundamental goal of spiritual practice is to destroy the darkness of ignorance that obscures reality and our true identity. Only one thing can eliminate the darkness: the inner light of knowledge that reveals the truth.
Acharya Shankara, the author of the Atma Bodha and many other treasured spiritual texts, dedicated his short but extraordinary life to helping humankind reach Self-realization. The Atma Bodha is a step-by-step guide that teaches seekers how to walk the path of knowledge and avoid the journey’s countless pitfalls. In this remarkable handbook for all earnest seekers, Paramahamsa Prajnanananda dives deep into the heart of Acharya Shankara’s teachings, seamlessly integrating ancient wisdom with our modern lifestyles.
Only when we begin to understand the reality of life do we begin to live.
Published 2022
ISBN: 978-3-99000-159-2
245 Seiten, Preis: 17 Euro + Versandkosten
Language: English
Swami Shriyukteshwar
As with many of the world’s most significant scriptures, the Bhagavad Gita’s rich metaphorical gems have been misconstrued by the masses. The Bhagavad Gita stands alone in describing the human predicament — our erroneous identification with our bodies and minds that prevents us from recognizing our divine heritage. It teaches us the way out of this mortal dilemma, and it details the paths that lead to freedom and immortality. However, when reading the Gita, one can easily overlook the profound spiritual truths that are subtly cloaked in the retelling of the Mahabharata battle. Swami Shriyukteshwarji loved the Bhagavad Gita and held its lofty teachings in the highest esteem. He also understood that to mine its underlying message, it must be read with two sets of eyes: the physical eyes and the eyes of the soul. Disheartened by the many commentaries on the Gita that barely skimmed its surface, Shriyukteshwarji felt compelled to write a book that would help seekers access its infinite depth. The original version of his book, the Gitar Tattva, was written in Bengali. Paramahamsa Prajnananandaji cherished it for years and was inspired to translate it into English so seekers around the world could benefit from its teachings. The Essence of the Gita will gently lift your mind from the mundane world to soar in the heights of the inner divine realms.
Published 2021
ISBN: 978-3-99000-155-4
34 Pages
Price: 9€ + Shipping
English
by Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
Where do you store your treasure, in heaven or on earth? Is your well-being and happiness based on God and Truth, or on money and possessions? The desire for wealth takes root at an early age; in no time an intense longing becomes our foremost aspiration. Our families, our friends, and our divine duty to those in need take a back seat to our insatiable greed. Greed has a corrosive quality that erodes our inner beauty, corrupts our moral fiber, and destroys our relationships. It may seem that greed is a modern disease. While greediness is undeniably more prevalent and destructive today, this invasive weed has been with us for ages. The ancient Bhikshu Gita scripture from India tells a timeless story about a mean-spirited miser’s unquenchable thirst for money that ultimately leaves him destitute and alone. Thankfully, this story has a happy ending. Through his agony and deep reflection an inner light emerges that reveals his past mistakes and transforms him. The Bhikshu Gita masterfully teaches the simple lesson we are here to learn: The only treasure worth seeking is the eternal treasure. The Bhikshu Gita: The Song of the Wandering Monk, is a dialogue between Lord Krishna and his beloved friend Uddhava. Paramahamsa Prajnanananda shares a delightful yet insightful commentary. His penetrating translation and teachings illuminate the wisdom of the Lord’s last message for humanity about living with detachment, forsaking emotional reactions, and completely loving God.
Published 2021
ISBN: 978-3-99000-156-1
188 Pages, Price: 13 Euro + Shipping
Language: English
by Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
Silence isn’t just golden; it is divine. Silence is inherently sacred. It is multidimensional, vast, and eternal. Unfortunately, in our social media-driven lives most of us know little about it. In the outer world, silence can lead us to better communication skills and stronger relationships. In the inner world, it can lead us to communion with God. There is no greater teacher than silence. In the holy classroom of silence, all of life’s secrets are revealed. In this amazing, one-of-a-kind book Paramahamsa Prajnanananda teaches us the importance and impact of practicing silence. Few of us realize the value of silence, how it can lead to self-mastery, and how it can accelerate spiritual growth. Practicing silence is not escapism; it connects us to life at its deepest level. When we enter the temple of silence, we are not escaping from life; instead, we are learning how to live to the fullest.
Published 2021
ISBN: 978-3-99000-066-3
128 Pages, Price: 13 Euro + Shipping
Language: English
by Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
Great beings have great goals. Spiritual greatness is achieved by those who have the noblest and highest goal of all. But the goal is not enough. One must also possess the determination, discipline, and love to pursue it wholeheartedly. At an age when most young men are chasing dreams of financial success and relationships, Triloki Dash (later known as Paramahamsa Prajnanananda) focused on only one thing: attaining the summit of spiritual realization. His intense longing eventually led him to the ashram of Paramahamsa Hariharananda, one of the greatest realized masters in modern history. Among spiritual giants Paramahamsa Hariharananda was extraordinary. His teachings were simple, his depth unfathomable. His words and actions had a weighty purpose; they were all hints to help his students unravel the mystery of life. His life was a living scripture. Ultimately, his most remarkable quality was the unconditional love that flowed like a mighty river from his heart. It charged the atmosphere and transformed the lives of countless spiritual seekers. This marvelous book is the third volume in a series written from Paramahamsa Prajnanananda’s notes during his discipleship at the feet of his beloved Paramahamsa Hariharananda. It is an invaluable tool for every seeker of Truth. The deeply personal narrative provides an intimate glimpse into the mind and heart of an exceptional student as well as into the teachings that helped him attain spiritual realization. We are also allowed to witness the eternal bond of love between a realized master and his devoted student.
Published 2021
ISBN: 978-3-99000-157-8
440 Pages, Price: 18 Euro + Shipping
Language: English
by Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
Try to imagine a world without flowers. What would it be like? Less vibrant, less inspiring, less joyful, less peaceful? Flowers create so much beauty. In their stillness they captivate us and draw us inward. While rhythmically dancing with the breeze, they enchant us and enliven our hearts. How would you describe a flower? Poets have compared them to clusters of stars or the secret abode of forest fairies. Some insightful beings have compared them to the soul. Flowers have a special message for seekers on the spiritual path. What is that message? Flowers show us that the spiritual path need not be complicated. There is no need to follow complex doctrines or subject oneself to difficult or harsh penance. One simply needs to emulate a flower’s purity, beauty, and selflessness. In I Will Collect Flowers for Thee Paramahamsa Prajnanananda presents original and thought-provoking insight about how our lives are like gardens, and our minds are like gardeners. As this marvelous book nourishes you, it will also challenge you to consider the role you play in the wanton destruction of the natural world. You cannot read this book without feeling a greater love and respect for Mother Earth. Paramahamsaji’s complete oneness with nature will speak to you on many levels. May every new revelation take seed in your heart and mind, blossom into a magnificent flower, and bring beauty and inspiration to all God’s creation.
Published 2020
ISBN: 978-3-99000-099-1
Price: 13 Euro + Shipping
Language: English
by Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
Our parents teach us about the world, but a spiritual master teaches us what lies beyond it. A master teaches us how to conquer the world by conquering ourselves. When a student is receptive and follows the master’s guidance, advancement on the spiritual path is assured. When the teachings take root in the heart and mind, they flourish and grow when faithfully practiced with discipline and love. No doubt, this was the case for Paramahamsa Prajnananandaji, the foremost disciple of the God-realized yogi Paramahamsa Hariharanandaji. Through his unflinching spirit, dedication, selfless love, and devotion, Prajnananandaji was perfectly attuned to his master and ultimately achieved the pinnacle of Self-realization. This second volume of In the Company of My Master contains Paramahamsa Prajnananandaji’s notes and recollections as a young disciple of his beloved Gurudev. In this enlightening and intimate book Prajnananandaji shares some of his most treasured memories, revealing the master’s words and actions that laid the foundation and provided the necessary thrust for him to achieve the ultimate goal of life. It is an indispensable source of inspiration for every seeker. As we read this book, we will realize that when we follow the master’s teachings with implicit faith and love, everything is possible.
Published 2020
ISBN: 978-3-99000-153-0
Price: 18 Euro + Shipping
Language: English
Paramahamsa Yogananda
Autobiography of a Yogi by Paramahamsa Yogananda – Unaltered Version This is the first time that an authentic Hindu yogi has written his life story for a Western audience. Describing in vivid detail his many years of spiritual training under a Christlike master – Sri Yukteswar of Serampore, Bengal – Yogananda has here revealed a fascinating and little-known phase of modern India. The subtle but definite laws by which yogis perform miracles and attain complete self-mastery are explained with a scientific clarity. There are colorful chapters on the author’s visits to Mahatma Gandhi, Sir Jagadis Chandra Bose, and Rabindranath Tagore. The section dealing with Yogananda’s Western experiences includes a chapter on his great friend, Luther Burbank, and an account of the author’s pilgrimage to Bavaria in 1935 to meet Therese Neumann, the amazing Catholic stigmatist. After establishing a high school with yoga training at Ranchi, India, Yogananda came to America in 1920 as the Indian delegate to the International Congress of Religious Liberals. He has lectured extensively in the United States and abroad, and is the founder of a Yoga Institute at Encinitas, California. Yogananda is a graduate of Calcutta University; he writes not only with unforgettable sincerity but with an incisive wit. It is a special English unaltered version on the occasion of Paramahamsa Yogananda’s 100 years since coming to the West. All over the world we are celebrating Uniting East and West – Paramahamsa Yoganandaji’s vision in action. Now, as we are facing the world-wide spread of Covid-19 the great Gurus message and vision becomes even more meaningful. Lahiri Mahashaya predicted: „The message of Yoga will encircle the globe. It will aid in establishing the brotherhood of man.“ This book is the message of the warmth of brotherhood of man to overcome the present crisis and to realize peace on earth. Two promotions are available for this book:
Published 2020
ISBN: 978-81-943790-0-3
519 Pages
Price: 11€ + Shipping
English, German
by Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
Since birth the world has been telling us who we are — male, female, rich, poor, happy, sad, introvert, extrovert, intelligent, foolish — countless labels are attached to us. Have you ever wondered who we would be without all those labels: if we had no likes or dislikes, no desires or attachments, no selfishness or suffering, no thoughts or memories? The incomparable master Acharya Shankara provides the answer in his immortal hymn the “Nirvana Shatkam.” Those familiar with the “Nirvana Shatkam” know that it is much more than a hymn. It is a powerful spiritual technique that can lead to enlightenment and liberation. By employing an ancient, systematic approach known as neti neti (not this, not this), Acharya Shankara teaches us how to peel away the layers of false identification that cover the truth of who we are. Self-Inquiry: The Nirvana Shatkam of Acharya Shankara is an illuminating commentary on the “Nirvana Shatkam.” Paramahamsa Prajnanananda is an experienced guide on the probing journey to self-discovery. His insightful commentary on Acharya Shankara’s timeless masterpiece takes us beyond our cloudy, mundane perceptions, allowing us to see ourselves through the eyes of the Soul.
Published 2020
ISBN: 978-3-99000-150-9
Price: 13 Euro + Shipping
Language: English
by Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
The spiritual journey is more than the time we spend in daily meditation; we must make an effort to transform ourselves every day. As children of the Divine, our lives on earth were not meant to be static; they should be dynamic and purposeful. But what should we practice? What qualities should we cultivate? In this marvelous guidebook, Paramahamsa Prajnanananda beautifully discusses the spiritual practices Lord Krishna outlines in the Bhagavad Gita. Paramahamsaji explains them in a way that can help us calmly face the challenges of modern life with clarity. Filled with encouraging insights and practical wisdom, this book analyzes topics such as the absence of pride and stubbornness, living with nonviolence and compassion, developing purity and deep devotion, practicing equanimity, love for seclusion, nonattachment, living in constant Self-knowledge, and many more. If we wish to become who we really are, we must practice these twenty tips and develop spiritual qualities daily. We must become useful instruments in the hands of God. We must learn to perceive God in all and all in God.
Published 2020
ISBN: 978-3-99000-151-6
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Language: English
Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
Centuries ago the legendary and gifted spiritual master Shri Adi Shankara left the world a priceless treasure: ten brief, powerful verses known as the Dasha Shloki. Shri Shankara, a spiritual genius, spontaneously spoke these gems of Truth as an eight-year-old child in response to a simple question put forth by his guru: „Who are you?“ His inspiring answers can ignite the flame of knowledge within the minds of all sincere seekers, all those seeking to know who they really are. Shri Adi Shankara’s concise and incomparable teachings prove to the world that one need not say much to say it all. As a result of his timeless devotional attunement to Shri Shankara, Paramahamsa Prajnanananda, a God-filled, realized master, is able to convey the heart and soul of Shri Shankara’s teachings with enlightening commentary. He helps us probe deeply into our souls to find the answer to life’s greatest mystery.
Published 2015
ISBN: 978-3-99000-061-6
126 Pages
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English
Paramahamsa Prajnanananda
The classic Sanskrit text of Sage Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra is deceptively concise: in fact, it is dense with profound insights into the spiritual path of Kriya Yoga as both the means and end of Self-realization, or merging with the Divine. As such, it has drawn much commentary over the years from sages and scholars alike. This new treatment of the Yoga Sutra includes key translations of the Sanskrit as well as an original foreword and treasured commentary by acclaimed Yogiraj Shri Lahiri Mahasaya. Paramahamsa Prajnanananda builds upon this substantial foundation with insightful metaphorical explanations that will render the sutras more intelligible to contemporary seekers. Following the example of Shri Lahiri Mahasaya, these new explanations are delivered in accessible and clear language to aid the modern reader’s understanding.
Published 2015
ISBN: 978-3-99000-024-3
476 Pages
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English
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