Paramahansa Yogananda

Paramahansa Yogananda was a notable Indian yogi and spiritual teacher, best known for introducing the practice of Kriya Yoga to the Western world. Born in 1893, he emphasized the importance of personal experience of the divine through meditation and self-realization. His book, "Autobiography of a Yogi," has inspired many seekers of spirituality. Yogananda aimed to bridge the gap between Eastern and Western religious traditions, promoting a universal approach to spirituality that values inner peace and direct communion with God, highlighting that personal experience transcends dogma and cultural boundaries.