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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.

Worldly beautiful things are poisonous. If you see them outwardly, they attract you; but if you see them inwardly, then, they are renounced. This is maya, or restlessness.

Lahiri Mahasaya

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.

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Kriya practice opens the Eye of Wisdom.

Lahiri Mahasaya

In Satyayuga Lahiri Mahasay was born as Satyasukrita, in tretayuga he was Munindra; in dwaparayuga Karunamaya; and in kaliyuga he was Kabir. Later, he became Shyama Charan.

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

Lahiri Mahasaya

If you take shelter in me with true faith, then, I have to come to you. How can I stay far away?

Lahiri Mahasaya

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.

Lahiri Mahasaya

I saw a pure Void, that is Brahma, the ultimate Self. The mind must be dissolved in It.

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There is no need to breath in or out. It is a much happier state; tranquility is there; this is Brahma.

Lahiri Mahasaya

When the breath is tranquil day and night, then, one realizes the real state of Rama Mantra.

Lahiri Mahasaya

Animals are enchanted by music; if man is not attracted by the sound of OM, then he is an ass.

Lahiri Mahasaya

My form is everywhere; there is nobody except me, and that form is in Void. There is no day and night there.

Lahiri Mahasaya

Woman is the destroyer of man. Do not look at her, at any cost. Note: (The sun of the self, that is, sound, is referred to here as man; and the jyoti, light of the self, is referred to as woman. In other words, do not be interested in the play of jyoti, or develop attachment to the inner visions; after all, visions are secondary and are not inner Realization.)

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If people want to go away, let them go away; but you should remain firm in your practice. Then, at the end, you will go into the house of Sthirattva, Tranquility.

Lahiri Mahasaya

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.

Lahiri Mahasaya

May 13, 1873 - Whatever one wants to do, he can do.

Lahiri Mahasaya

I remain present near one who practices Kriya.

Lahiri Mahasaya

Restless is manifestation, and Sthirattva, Tranquility, is Lord Siva.

Lahiri Mahasaya

The sun is Kali (Goddess Kali), I myself am Kali. Thinking about Kali I become Kali. Now I will be father of Kali, Brahma, the ultimate Self.

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The practice of Khecharimudra brings victory over the senses.

Lahiri Mahasaya

Knowledge of the ultimate Self is to know Oneself by oneself.

Lahiri Mahasaya

Who is Kabir? He is sun, and he is Brahma, myself.

Lahiri Mahasaya

Air (Breath) is Lord.

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