Kriya Yoga in the Light of Lahiri Mahasaya Tradition: A Practical Guide to the Path of Self-Realization (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798247480389)

Many seekers on the path of Kriya Yoga long for deeper experiences, personal guidance, and true transformation, yet often remain stuck with general advice, dogma, or theory from books and online forums. This book is an invitation to move beyond mere reading and to experience Kriya Yoga as a living practice in the Light of Lahiri Mahasaya tradition.

Countless books and organizations present Kriya Yoga as theory or as general instruction. But real transformation does not happen through dogma or mass initiations, it unfolds in the quiet depth of personal practice, supported by a teacher who truly sees you, accompanies you, and guides you individually. In this tradition, high numbers of Kriyas are not an end in themselves, but a tool to refine energy and clarify the mind. Living transmission (Shaktipat), personal attention to your unique situation, and ongoing, individual guidance are what truly make the path fruitful.

This book explores the dangers of dogmatism, clinging to externals, and the illusion that second hand knowledge (like reading from a book and learning) or group initiations can bring liberation. It invites you to discover Kriya Yoga as a living, personal experience, with devotion, courage to change, and trust that real guidance and transmission are possible.
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced yogi, here you will find inspiration, practical insights, and honest reflections to support you on your individual journey. The author shares lessons from personal practice, shows ways out of the trap of comparison, and encourages you to embrace the essence of the tradition: intensive practice, personal guidance, and a deep connection to a realized teacher.
Who is this book for?
For all who want to not just understand Kriya Yoga, but truly experience it. For seekers like beginners and advanced yogis alike, who long for living transmission, genuine individual guidance, and deep practice, beyond dogma, theory, and mass initiations.

Author: Michael Kriyaban
ISBN-13: 9798247480389
Publisher: Independently Published
Language: English
Published: 02/15/2026
Pages: 72
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.24lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.15d