Listed In: Philosophers, Theologians
Birthdate: January 5, 1893
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, India
Died: March 7, 1952
Paramahansa Yogananda, an influential Indian-American Hindu monk, yogi, and guru, introduced millions to meditation and Kriya Yoga through the Self-Realization Fellowship (SRF) / Yogoda Satsanga Society (YSS) of India. A chief disciple of Swami Sri Yukteswar Giri, he played a pivotal role in spreading yoga teachings to the West. Yogananda’s lasting impact on the American yoga movement led to him being recognized as the “Father of Yoga in the West”. He authored the renowned Autobiography of a Yogi and founded over 100 centers in India and the United States.
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