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Embark on an inspiring journey into the heart of Yoga with Swami Abhedananda’s How to Be a Yogi. This concise yet profound guide offers both philosophical clarity and hands-on instruction—a perfect blend of thought and practice.• In the opening chapter, Swami Abhedananda lays the foundation by defining the true essence of religion and spirituality as understood in the Indian tradition• He then introduces the meaning of Yoga, presenting it through brief yet potent chapters on its five principal paths: Hatha, Raja, Karma, Bhakti, and Jnana Yoga.• A highlight is his ""Science of Breathing,"" here, Swami Abhedananda reveals how mastering life-force (Prana) through breath can elevate one’s physical, mental, and spiritual well-being• The concluding chapter, intriguingly titled “Was Christ a Yogi?”, bridges Eastern wisdom and Western spirituality by drawing spiritual parallels between Christ’s life and Vedantic/Yogic idealsAccessible to both seekers new to Eastern philosophy and seasoned practitioners, How to Be a Yogi illuminates the path to self-realization.In an age enamored with external achievements, Self-Knowledge calls us back to our innermost essence—the timeless, divine Self. This compelling volume, composed of six lectures originally delivered in America, unfolds the profound wisdom of the Upanishads to reveal that the Self (Atman) is the fountainhead of all knowledge—whether scientific,philosophical, or spiritual.Swami Abhedananda guides the earnest seeker to discern the subtle line dividing spirit and matter, soul and body. With clarity and erudition, he unpacks Advaita Vedanta’s vision of oneness, presenting the Self as the unchanging, luminous ground underlying the everchanging universe.Beyond theory, Self-Knowledge is a call to realization. These lectures cultivate intellectual, moral, and spiritual growth—inviting us to awaken to our divine inheritance and recognize that true liberation lies in knowing the Self. Whether you are new to Vedanta or well along the path, this concise yet profound work offers a transformative