In May, the Chicago-based monthly magazine Conscious Community observed in a review of the book that “Paramahansa takes readers on a journey that illuminates the deepest secrets and paradoxes of the universe.” Natural Awakenings Houston described Yogananda’s life story as a “timeless work…that changed the lives of so many,” while Natural Awakenings editionsįor Atlanta, Phoenix, New York City, and Treasure Coast (Orlando, Florida) reported on the upcoming release of the deluxe edition of the Autobiography to commemorate the book’s anniversary. Well Being Journal featured an excerpt from chapter 30, “The Law of Miracles,” in its summer issue and referred to Paramahansa Yogananda’s “profound account of the nature of reality and what is needed to lift the veil of maya - or cosmic illusion - that seemingly separates human consciousness from changeless Reality.” in April cited Autobiography of a Yogi in a special report as one of the “20 of the Most Popular Autobiographies of All Time.” Showcased alongside such books as Helen Keller’s The Story of My Life and Nelson Mandela’s Long Walk to Freedom, Autobiography of a Yogi and the other titles making the list were chosen from a selection of nearly 900 works. In its February issue, The Eden Magazine featured an excerpt from chapter 44, “With Mahatma Gandhi at Wardha,” detailing the historic meeting between the two great spiritual leaders (during which Gandhi requested from Paramahansaji initiation into Kriya Yoga). More than one million people were reached through these reports. In paving the way for yoga's proliferation in the West.

and Canada - including such outlets as WBOC-TV in Maryland, Canadian Insider, California Business Journal, and the Buffalo News - reported on the book’s anniversary, emphasizing the role of Autobiography of a Yogi In January, more than thirty online news sites, newspapers, and broadcast media in the U.S. Here are some highlights from both in print and online coverage of Autobiography of a Yogi during this special anniversary: Now translated into over fifty languages, this work continues to resonate with people from all walks of life, including prominent figures in the fields of sports, business, academia, and pop culture - from Beatle George Harrison to Harvard scholar Diana Eck to Apple founder Steve Jobs (who had the book gifted to all those attending his memorial service). publications such as The New York Times (“a rare account”) to Newsweek (“fascinating”). Since its release in 1946, Autobiography of a Yogi has earned accolades in the press around the world, including U.S. 2021 marks the 75 th anniversary of the publication of Paramahansa Yogananda’s spiritual classic Autobiography of a Yogi.

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