Paramahansa Yogananda

Self-realization is the knowing in all parts of body, mind, and soul that you are now in possession of the kingdom of God.

Paramahansa Yogananda

Self-realization is, in fact, the only religion. For it is the true purpose of religion, no matter how people define their beliefs.

Paramahansa Yogananda

Smiling away your troubles requires a clear conscience that harbors no insincerity.

Paramahansa Yogananda

So long as we believe in our heart of hearts that our capacity is limited and we grow anxious and unhappy, we are lacking in faith. One who truly trusts in God has no right to be anxious about anything.

Paramahansa Yogananda

Softer than the flower, where kindness is concerned; stronger than the thunder, where principles are at stake.

Paramahansa Yogananda

Straightforwardness without civility is like a surgeon’s knife, effective but unpleasant. Candor with courtesy is helpful and admirable.

Paramahansa Yogananda

The goal of yoga science is to calm the mind, that without distortion it may mirror the divine vision in the universe.

Paramahansa Yogananda

The greatest romance is with the Infinite.

Paramahansa Yogananda

The ideal of an all-sided education for youth had always been close to my heart. I saw clearly the arid results of ordinary instruction, aimed only at the development of body and intellect.

Paramahansa Yogananda

The initiative to undertake your most important duty in life is often buried beneath the accumulated debris of human habits.

Paramahansa Yogananda