Sri Swami Satchidananda Books

Swami Satchidananda was a globally revered yoga master and a pivotal figure in the interfaith movement. His teachings championed inner peace and harmony among all people, highlighting the spiritual unity that connects humanity. He founded Integral Yoga International, a holistic system integrating various yoga practices, meditation, and a guiding philosophy, and established Satchidananda Ashram—Yogaville, a sanctuary for interfaith understanding. His lifelong dedication fostered peace and unity, inspiring countless individuals and organizations worldwide.

Golden Present
416 pages
15 hours of reading
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These daily inspirational readings contain Swami Satchidananda's teachings on the spiritual life—how to serve others and realize peace, truth, and union with the divine. Culled from twenty-five years of lectures to spiritual seekers in the West and the East, these readings are expressed with the simplicity and authority of one who speaks from his own experience. What is purity of heart? It’s a heart full of tranquility and peace. Having a steady mind, a balanced mind, is what you call purity of heart. You must be well balanced between the dualities: the ups and downs, the pleasure and pain, the profit and loss. If the mind is free from turbulence, then the seer can see its own nature. If your heart is pure and steady, you can see God reflected in that steady heart.
Bhagavad-Gita
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The yoga sutras of Patanjali
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This pocket edition offers a convenient format for this ageless guide and companion to the student on the Yogic path. Includes the full text of this classic Yoga work, along with brief commentary from a revered master of Raja Yoga.
Beyond Words
190 pages
7 hours of reading
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Beyond Words presents the essence of Sri Swami Satchidananda's teachings, including his gentle humor, practical wisdom, profound insights and deep vision. Through stories, puns, parables and examples, he enables his readers to discover for themselves the peace and joy that is within us all.
Enlightening Tales
128 pages
5 hours of reading
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This] collection of stories and parables is of immense value and significance for any reader irrespective of age, religion or faith...The book proves the ancient Sanskrit dictum ... Nothing is purer or more sacred than knowledge.
Integral Yoga Hatha
189 pages
7 hours of reading
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This clear and comprehensive yoga manual, prepared by the world-renowned yoga master Swami Satchidananda, is the only one you will ever need! Clear, concise and accurate information and illustrations make yoga practice easy for everyone, even through to the most advanced level.
Pathways to Peace
29 pages
2 hours of reading
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Page-long essays on such timely topics as how to have a peaceful life, how to meditate, how to understand suffering and how to be a good parent.
Meditation Excerpts from Talks by Sri Swami Satchidananda
64 pages
3 hours of reading
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The booklet offers a concise yet comprehensive exploration of meditation techniques, highlighting the use of mantras, yantras, and specific breathing practices. Sri Swami Satchidananda distills complex concepts into accessible insights, making it an essential guide for both beginners and experienced practitioners seeking to deepen their meditation practice.
To Know Yourself
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The Breath of Life
82 pages
3 hours of reading
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Step-by-step instruction in pranayama---the yogic breathing practices, Levels I and II---by Sri Swami Satchidananda. Detailed guidance in how to incorporate these most powerful of healing practices, for physical and mental purification and centering, into your daily routine. Suitable for complete beginners as well as more advanced students.