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A prominent figure in the lineage of Kriya Yoga, this individual is celebrated for revitalizing and spreading the ancient practice of Kriya Yoga in the modern era. Known for his simple and unassuming lifestyle, he was a householder who balanced his spiritual practices with everyday responsibilities. His teachings focus on the practical application of Kriya Yoga techniques to achieve inner peace, self-realization, and spiritual progress. Through his efforts, he made profound spiritual practices accessible to a broader audience, emphasizing the importance of direct experience and personal connection with the divine. His legacy is characterized by a blend of profound spiritual insight and practical wisdom, making his teachings relevant to both seasoned practitioners and those new to spiritual exploration.

Kriya is Truth, and the rest is false.

Lahiri Mahasaya

Practicing Kriya is the study of the Vedas. Kriya is jagya (performance of Vedic rituals). All should perform this jagya.

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All Devatas, gods, practice these Kriyas. One who practices Kriya is a Devata.

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One should practice Pranayama very seriously and sincerely.

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Kriya practice opens the Eye of Wisdom.

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The Knowledge of Brahma, the ultimate Self, is attained by the practice of Pranayama.

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Ignorance is removed automatically when the Kriya practice is perfect.

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By the practice of Pranayama, ignorance is dispelled and Knowledge of the Self reveals.

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One who does not see Kutastha (the inner Self between the eyebrows) with the help of Guru's advice in this physical body is a blind person.

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That which saves one from the mind (restless breath), or manasa, is called Mantra; that which saves one from the attachment of body is called Tantra.

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The transcendence of inhaling and exhaling is called Kebala Kumbhaka.

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The practice of Khecharimudra brings victory over the senses.

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When the tongue is raised, the senses are subdued.

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If one attains the stabilized state in Khecharimudra, then he attains the state of samadhi.

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One whose Khechari is successful is fortunate.

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OM is radiant Light. When this Light is spread throughout the body, all is seen; then, there is no desire to speak and to look.

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Air (Breath) is Lord.

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When one continues to refine brown sugar, finally it becomes white. Similarly, continued Kriya practice brings Pranayama to perfection.

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If one moves the breath (practices Pranayama) always, breath ceases and becomes tranquil, sthira.

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The state of Sthirattva, Tranquility, is called Yoga.

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Practice Kriya as long as possible sitting in one asana at least once a day.

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If one strikes the door with the reverse air then it will open. This is called reverse japam.

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Having practiced Kriya, one should hold onto the After-effect-poise of Kriya.

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