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  • Solving the Mystery of Life: Collected Talks & Essays on Realizing God in Daily Life Volume IV
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Solving the Mystery of Life: Collected Talks & Essays on Realizing God in Daily Life Volume IV Kindle Edition

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Solving the Mystery of Life is the fourth volume in the bestselling Collected Talks and Essays on Realizing God in Daily Life series featuring Paramahansa Yogananda’s talks, lectures, and informal classes.

This anthology of nearly 40 talks, given over a period of three decades, offers answers to those seemingly unanswerable questions such as “Why are we here? What is our destiny, and how can we control it? What is God and why did He make this earth? And if God is good, why is there evil in this world? How can we experience greater joy and security?”

Readers looking for answers to the myriad outer and inner challenges of life will find these talks alive with the unique blend of all-embracing wisdom, encouragement, and love for humanity that have made Paramahansa Yogananda one of our era’s most trusted guides to the spiritual life.

As one who solved the mystery of life himself, Yogananda lays out the divine laws at work in the universe, reminding the reader that we are immortal beings with infinite potential to realize and express beauty, nobility, and divinity of the human spirit.

Chapters include: • The Art of Right Action • Harmonizing Your Life With Spiritual Vibrations • Training the Conscious & Subconscious Mind for Success • Awakening Will Power for Success & Divine Accomplishment • How to Get Out of Mental Ruts • The Divine Art of Erasing Age and Creating Vitality • The Mystic Tree of Life • How to Smile Away Your Troubles • Destroying the Consciousness of Fear • Cultivate Friendship with God

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0F3BCYSDR
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Self-Realization Fellowship
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 22 2025
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 11.7 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 579 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1685682279
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  • 鶹 Rank: #37,239 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
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Paramahansa Yogananda
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1893 – 1952 Hailed as the “father of Yoga in the West,” Paramahansa Yogananda is regarded as one of the great spiritual figures of our time. Born in northern India, he came to the United States in 1920, where he founded Self-Realization Fellowship, to disseminate his writings and teachings worldwide. Through his best-selling classic, Autobiography of a Yogi, and his numerous other books, he has introduced millions throughout the world to the spiritual principles of yoga meditation and the universal truths underlying all world religions.

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  • Reviewed in Canada on July 15, 2025
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    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A book that speaks to the soul

    Reading Solving the Mystery of Life felt like sitting at the feet of a great teacher and being gently reminded of who I truly am. Paramahansa Yogananda’s words are both simple and profound—full of love, wisdom, and practical insights for everyday life. Each chapter offered something I could reflect on and apply, whether in meditation, relationships, or just navigating daily challenges with more calm and clarity. This book touched my heart and uplifted my spirit. I’ll be returning to it again and again.
  • Reviewed in Canada on July 16, 2025
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    In our fast-paced world, where many are looking to meditation and other methods of self-improvement to find more balance and meaning, Paramahansa Yogananda offers the depths of India’s wisdom — and the proof of his own experience — in a way that can be easily understood and put into practice.
    For those seeking greater understanding, Solving the Mystery of Life is more than a book — it is a guide to living with purpose, peace, and divine connection.

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  • P. O'Hara
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Joyful & Inspiring Work to Enjoy!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2025
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    An absolute gift! I have read the other three books in this series and they are all truly remarkable. Full of thoughtful and loving advice, stories, and spiritual insights (and practical daily “how to live a better life” suggestions) from one of the 20th century’s premier yoga and spiritual Masters. This book is the latest in the series - and the talks of Yogananda that are in it are being published for the first time. They are full of heartfelt and healing words of hope and renewal - as in the earlier books in the series. You don’t need to read the first three books to understand and enjoy the wisdom in this one. Yogananda brings a shining light of love and joy to help in these challenging times in this latest book. And to be able to read the words he actually spoke to audiences - both big and small - during his time in the United States is always profoundly moving. His passion for helping others achieve their highest consciousness is clearly present here. I am endlessly grateful to have it to read and reflect on over and over in the years to come!
  • Michael S
    5.0 out of 5 stars Timeless wisdom and hope.
    Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2025
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    Our times call for a spiritual beacon to dispel our clouds of despair.
    These talks from the Guru's ministry in America, that ended in 1952, are
    the perfect comfort for us to draw on. Thank you for getting this book out
    to the world now, when we couldn't need it more.
  • JC
    5.0 out of 5 stars Must read! Much wisdom!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2025
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    All books by Yogananda are excellent, and this one is no exception. It begins with, "The door to the kingdom of heaven is in the subtle center of transcendent consciousness at the point between the two eyebrows. If you focus your attention on that seat of concentration, you will find tremendous spiritual strength and help from within." As you can see, this book is a treasure right from the get go!
  • Dr. Terry A. Smith
    5.0 out of 5 stars Divine inspiration and wisdom.
    Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2025
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    Divine wisdom and inspiratation.
    A must read.
    Helps us feel closer to Him and our goal in life.
  • Ann
    5.0 out of 5 stars Transform Your Life
    Reviewed in the United States on June 29, 2025
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    Powerful truthful knowledge by Yogananda, published by Self Realization Fellowship. The truth jumps out at you as you read it. And as always, his knowledge and writings are helpful in your life. Learn concepts to improve and transform your life, and increase your spirituality.

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