Pair the PDF with Kriyananda’s audio lectures on the same topic (often available on YouTube) to deepen your understanding of the subtle energy practices described.
If you’re serious about understanding Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras—not just as philosophy, but as a living practice—this book is a gem. Swami Kriyananda, a direct disciple of Paramahansa Yogananda, presents Raja Yoga as a complete system for inner development, blending precise scientific principles with heartfelt devotion. Pair the PDF with Kriyananda’s audio lectures on
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Here’s a useful review for anyone considering downloading The Art and Science of Raja Yoga by Swami Kriyananda (J. Donald Walters): Review of "The Art and Science of Raja Yoga" by Swami Kriyananda (PDF download) a direct disciple of Paramahansa Yogananda