A Series of Lessons in Raja Yoga
by William Walker Atkinson, Theron Q. Dumont
'A Series of Lessons in Raja Yoga' Summary
A Series of Lessons in Raja Yoga is a book by William Walker Atkinson, first published in 1906. It is a compilation of lessons on the Hindu system of Raja Yoga, which is a form of meditation and mental discipline.
The book is divided into twelve lessons, each of which covers a different aspect of Raja Yoga. The lessons include topics such as:
- The nature of the mind
- The different states of consciousness
- The cultivation of concentration
- The development of willpower
- The practice of meditation
The book is written in a clear and concise style, and it is easy to follow. Atkinson provides a wealth of information on Raja Yoga, and he offers practical exercises that the reader can use to improve their mental and spiritual development.
A Series of Lessons in Raja Yoga is a valuable resource for anyone who is interested in learning more about this ancient system of meditation and mental discipline. It is a book that can help you to improve your concentration, develop your willpower, and achieve a higher state of consciousness.
Here are some of the key takeaways from the book:
- The mind is a powerful tool that can be used to control our thoughts, feelings, and actions.
- Meditation is a practice that can help us to develop concentration, willpower, and intuition.
- Raja Yoga is a system of meditation that can help us to achieve a higher state of consciousness.
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William Walker Atkinson (December 5, 1862 – November 22, 1932) was an attorney, merchant, publisher, and author, as well as an occultist and an American pioneer of the New Thought movement. He is the...
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