Lahiri Mahasaya
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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.
Lahiri Mahasaya
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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.
Aug 17, 1873 - I am Mahapurusa. In the sun I saw that I myself am Brahma, the ultimate Self.
When the tongue is raised, the senses are subdued.
One should practice Pranayama very seriously and sincerely.
There is no need to breath in or out. It is a much happier state; tranquility is there; this is Brahma.
Who is Kabir? He is sun, and he is Brahma, myself.
The transcendence of inhaling and exhaling is called Kebala Kumbhaka.
Nov 12, 1873 - I myself am Mahapurusa Purusottam, 'the great Self, the supreme Being.'
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.
The Knowledge of Brahma, the ultimate Self, is attained by the practice of Pranayama.
A liar who cannot keep his word is not a good man; his father, that is, his Lord is also no good.
One becomes Brahma when one becomes desireless.
If one strikes the door with the reverse air then it will open. This is called reverse japam.
Exhaust your breath in practicing Kriya. Eventually breath will be Sthira, Tranquil.
Aug 13, 1873 - Now, always remain in Kumbhaka. This is the form of Mahadeva, Lord Siva; head was always heavy, the eyes were drawn above; this state does not break when inhaling is done; at that time, silence is very beneficial.
You will receive results according to your Kriya practice.
If the strain is generated on the lips, throat, and teeth by the practice of Pranayama, then the knowledge is called Bhakti, or devotion.
If one attains the stabilized state in Khecharimudra, then he attains the state of samadhi.
If one meditates always on the Lord, all his other works are taken care of by the Lord Himself.
One can say everything when the Kriya practice continues spontaneously at the six centers.
Kriya practice opens the Eye of Wisdom.
When one transcends Basu, desires, he becomes Dev, the Lord; that is, he becomes Basudev, or Lord Krishna.
Let others go as they please, but you continue to practice Kriya; It will render you good; You will achieve the state of Tranquility, Sthirattva.
It is difficult to express the state when the breath becomes tranquil, Sthira.
