The “Autobiography of a Yogi” is such a book that it could be quoted in its entirety for various purposes, such as exemplary pieces of literature, to illustrate some specific point such as the history of India, or on Guru-disciple relationship.

However, some parts are so specially striking that they leave a permanent impression on the heart, mind and soul. Here an attempt is being made to select these quotations with subject-wise classification. This has been put together in six parts:

Part-I: Guru-disciple Relationship
Part II: The Great Ones Said
Part III: Spiritual Experiences
Part IV: Teachings - classified
Part V: Paramahansa Yoganandaji’s Mission
Part VI: On India, Hinduism and Hindu cultural traditions

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