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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.

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.

Lahiri Mahasaya

Aug 17, 1873 - I am Mahapurusa. In the sun I saw that I myself am Brahma, the ultimate Self.

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Inside this body there is another body which is somewhat black.

Lahiri Mahasaya

When one transcends Basu, desires, he becomes Dev, the Lord; that is, he becomes Basudev, or Lord Krishna.

Lahiri Mahasaya

Whatever one thinks at the time of death, accordingly one becomes that; likewise, if you become Satchitananda at the time of leaving the body, then, you become yourself, the ultimate Self.

Lahiri Mahasaya

The state of Sthirattva, Tranquility, is called Yoga.

Lahiri Mahasaya

All sins are destroyed at the After-effect-poise of Kriya.

Lahiri Mahasaya

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

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It does not matter, if life departs from the physical body. I must practice Kriya with all my heart.

Lahiri Mahasaya

Till Bhishma (grandfather of Kaurava and Pandava), that is, fear (in the light of Kriya Bhisma means fear of practicing Kriya), receives three arrows, that is, ida, pingala and susumna in his head (unite in the Kutastha), never becomes Sthira, tranquil; One should practice Kriya courageously.

Lahiri Mahasaya

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

Lahiri Mahasaya

Aug 18, 1873 - The world is revealed from my form. I myself am the only Purusa, the Self; there is nobody else.

Lahiri Mahasaya

Kriya is Truth, and the rest is false.

Lahiri Mahasaya

Voidness which is inside voidness is called great Voidness, Brahma.

Lahiri Mahasaya

When the tongue is raised, the senses are subdued.

Lahiri Mahasaya