Welcome to Yoga
A Yoga of Divine Love
Heart-Centered Yoga
Welcome to the Love of Yoga
Welcome to the Path of Yoga
Welcome to Learning about Yoga
Welcome to a Celebration of Yoga
Yoga Made Relatively Easy for the Many
Love is the Way -- Love is the Key!
There is one God, and four great paths to the One God, which are:
1. the path of divine love,
2. the world religions,
3. the teachings of the ascended masters given through various messengers or prophets, and
4. yoga.
These four great paths to God may be combined in any way we like. We may walk the path of divine love. We may be a disciple of any of the world's religions and practice yoga, or combine certain religious practices with our yoga. We may be a student of the teachings of the ascended masters and practice yoga, which the ascended masters generally recommend. Yoga, per se, is not a religion. It is one of the four great paths to God, and it can be combined with any religion, and that surely includes Christianity and Judaism.
The word yoga comes from the root word "yoke," which implies or means "union," so the primary goal of yoga is union with God -- our God of Love. So, in its highest understanding, yoga is a path of divine love, to achieve union with God, or our Individualized Presence of Love. All of us are practicing "yoga" in some form, and generally, many aspects each day, but often we do not know it or realize it.
Whenever, we show love and adoration to God, no matter what religion we might belong to, that is yoga -- bhakti yoga. Anytime we serve others, love others, care for others, or show our kindness to others, that is yoga -- karma yoga.
There are seven major paths of yoga that will be explained as simply as possible, so that many may understand and hopefully practice yoga, although many are already practicing "yoga" in a number of ways and don't know it.
These teachings are for beginners to advanced -- made relatively easy for the many.
All yoga can be a path of ananda, that is, a path of bliss, happiness, or joy.
The approach on this website is the 5 E's approach, that is, relatively, Easy, Enjoyable, Energizing, Effective, and Enlightening. So the approach here will be made as easy as possible, and hopefully will be as enjoyable, energizing and encouraging as possible. Yoga can be effective, practical, and it can really work for us. And it can truly be enlightening, so that we can have a greater knowledge, wisdom, and understanding. The approach, here, is as much as possible, a yoga made relatively easy, yoga for the many approach. It is a step-by-step and gradual approach. The approach here is for all ages and for all people, and for all races and religions.
One of the most important things for achieving union with God is the correct understanding of the words 'I AM'.
'I AM' means 'God in me is,' or 'the Presence of God in me is.' This will be explained further under the topic of mantra yoga.
I, William Star, have practiced hatha yoga since 1970 and have taught yoga since 1975, so I speak from experience in my practice and teaching of yoga. I am a student of the teachings of the ascended masters, and a student or disciple of all of the world religions. And I am on the path of divine love.
I am including many wonderful teachings given from some of the best sources of yoga.
When most people think of yoga, at least in America, the usually think of hatha yoga or yoga exercises, postures, or asanas. This is the yoga that is best known by most people, and that will surely be taught here, but all the seven paths will be taught, and far more.
The Great Synthesis of Yoga is the Great Summation or the Great Gathering of the teachings on yoga. It is the Great Integration, Compilation, on Unification of the teachings on yoga.
These yogic practices are universal and complement all faiths and religions. They help you do what you are already doing, better. Remember, things go better with yoga.
As you see links below, you will know that there is an associated teaching:
The seven major paths of yoga are:
1. Bhakti Yoga or the Yoga of Love and Devotion to God
Bhakti yoga is the practice of giving love and devotion to God.
The practice of bhakti yoga is basically the same as the Great Commandment of Love as given by Jesus -- Thou shalt love God with all thy heart, with all thy mind, and with all soul.
Bhakti yoga is generally practiced by giving bhajhans, that is, singing and/or dancing to devotional songs called bhajans, but we may practice bhakti yoga by singing and/or dancing to any songs of true love and devotion.
We may also practice bhakti yoga by saying such affirmations or prayers such as the following:
O God, You are so magnificent,
I AM, I AM, I AM adoring thee.
2. Karma Yoga or the Yoga of Love, Compassion, Selfless Action, or Service to Others
Karma yoga is selfless action or service to others.
The practice of karma yoga works out our negative karma, and gives us good karma, that is, if it is done out of selfless action or the love of the heart.
The practice of karma yoga is basically the same as the Second Commandment of Love as given by Jesus -- Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself.
Also, greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life (in service) for his friends. (The Bible, John 15:13)
But he that is greatest among you shall be your servant. And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted. (The Bible, Matthew 23:11)
From a Christian viewpoint, the practice of karma yoga is the practice of charity, that is, doing good works.
Moreover, doing any good works, and that includes playing beautiful, devotional music, is an act of karma yoga, that is, if it is done out of the love of the heart. The key is that we do our service or good works out of the love of the heart; otherwise, these "good works" may have little or no value, at least for the evolution of our soul.
And the Golden Rule of Love is the compliment to the Second Commandment and is the primary rule of those of us who would practice karma yoga -- Do unto others as we would have them do unto us.
To see an example of the Golden Rule in most of the world religions, click here
For many more teachings on divine love, click here.
To Understand the Use of the Violet Flame to Work Out Our Karma, Click on the Link below:
Understanding and Using the Violet Flame on this Website, An Open Door of Love
3. Dhyana Yoga or the Yoga of Meditation or Contemplation
A Link to More Teachings on Meditation or Contemplation
The Free Encyclopedia, Wikipedia, on "Dhyana Yoga"
Hand Mudras, Symbols, or Positions
The Khechari Mudra or Folded Tongue Mudra
Heart-Mind Mudra
Babaji's Cross-Armed Meditation Mudra
Note: Raja means royal or lord or king. Dhyana yoga is often called "raja yoga" because it is often considered the "royal or lord or king" of yogas. Also, the integration of all seven major paths of yoga is considered the "royal or lord or king" of yogas, which I, William Star, generally agree with, so the integration of all seven major paths of yoga is also called raja yoga, and is considered the "highest path" of yoga.
The Free Encyclopedia, Wikipedia, on "Raja Yoga"
4. Mantra Yoga or Yoga Mantras (Mantrams), Prayers, Affirmations, etc.,
An Understanding of Mantra Yoga and a List of Mantras, Prayers, and Affirmations
5. Prana Yoga, Pranayam(a) or Breathing Exercises
The Scientific Art of Mastering the Breath
Breathing with Awareness and Four-Part Foundational Breathing
Four-Part Breathing with Two Hands:
Hands Up-Down Breath
Hands Out-In Breath
Hands from Head to Toe Breath
Hands Up, Front, Back, and Down Breath
Three Breaths Taught by Saint Germain:
the Energizing Breath,
the Rhythmic Breath or Sacred Fire Breath,
the Alternate Nostril Breathing or the Balancing Breath
Note: The three breaths above are taught by Our Beloved Saint Germain and/or Djwal Kul
A More Advanced Teaching on the Sacred Fire Breath
Djwal Kul's Breathing Exercise
A Kriya Yoga Pranayam as Taught by Babaji
6. Hatha Yoga or Yoga Exercises, Postures, or Asanas
This heart-centered hatha yoga is one of the greatest forms of spiritual-physical exercises.
Introduction to Hatha Yoga
Babaji's Kriya Hatha Yoga -- Standing
Babaji's Kriya Hatha Yoga -- Modified
Babaji's Kriya Hatha Yoga -- Classical or Traditional
Included in the Four Part Foundational Yoga Class Below
A Four Part Foundational Yoga Class, Plus More
1. Relaxation-Meditation
2. Breathing Exercises
Breathing with Awareness and Four-Part Foundational Breathing
3. Neck and Back Exercises
4. Hatha Yoga Exercises, Postures, or Asanas -- Standing, Modified, Classical, Children's, Senior's or Prenatal Hatha Yoga
A Four-Part Foundational Yoga Class, Using the Classical Postures
Hatha Yoga for Children
Hatha Yoga for Seniors
Hatha Yoga for Pregnant Women -- Prenatal Yoga
What do the Ascended Masters Say About Hatha Yoga
The Four Basic Yoga Sitting Postures
Complimentary Exercises to Hatha Yoga
Four Basic Stretches
Neck and Back Exercises
Tai chi chih/ Chi kung (Taiji / Qigong) -- Single, Individual Exercises or Movements Made Relatively Easy for the Many
Yogananda's Energization Exercises
More on Yogananda's Energization Exercises
7. Jnana Yoga or the Yoga of Wisdom, Understanding, and Illumination
Studying the teachings in this section on yoga is a course in jnana yoga, and moreover, studying the teachings on this website is a course in jnana yoga.
8. Raja Yoga, Babaji's Kriya Yoga, or Maha Yoga-- A Synthesis or Integration of the Seven Major Paths of Yoga
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The Path of Happiness, Bliss, or Ananda
The Path of Joy for Practitioners of Yoga
Hasya Yoga - The Yoga of Laughter, Joy, and Fun
You inhale particles of joy into your spiritual circuitry between each quick breath when you engage in hasya yoga or what we term divine laughter therapy.(Jewel of Joy from the Hearts Center)
Christian Yoga -- Yoga and Christianity
An Interesting Book -- The Yoga of Jesus: Understanding the Hidden Teachings of the Gospels by Paramahansa Yogananda. The Self-Realization Fellowship
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The Main Music of Yoga -- Bhajhans or Devotional Songs
Excellent Bhajhans by Guru Ma and her chelas or disciples from the Summit Lighthouse
The Lyrics or Words of 16 Different Bhajhans on the Hearts Center Website. To see the bhajhans, please click here and scroll down to #74.
Beautiful chanting by Yogananda and his disciples
Indian Ragas
The Dance of Yoga -- The Yoga of Dance
Dancing to the Bhajhans
Singing and Dancing With Shiva for Eternal Life
Kathak Dance or Odissi Dance or Bharata Natyam or Yoga Dance
Dance with Nitya Venkateswaran
Dance with Niharika Mohanty
Dance with Mythili Prakash
Creating a Yoga Sanctuary and Altar
A Focus for Our Spiritual or Devotional Practices, Our Sadhana, or Our Puja.
The Ashram
A Place for the Practice of Yoga -- A Community of Practitioners of Yoga -- A Community of the Spirit of Yoga -- A Community of Love
The World Ashram
Introduction
The Ashram Notes as Given by El Morya
The Ashram Rituals
Heart, Head, and Hand Decrees by El Morya
Other Teachings by El Morya
El Morya, Kuthumi, and Djwal Kul
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Babaji's Kriya Yoga

Babaji
Kriya Babaji Nagaraj
Shiva Goraksha Babaji
One of the Unascended Masters of the Himalayas
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Three Organizations that Give Yogananda's Teachings
on the Unascended Master Babaji, Kriya Yoga,
Divine Love, the World Religions, and More
1. Ananda
A community for sharing the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda through meditation, kriya yoga, communities, schools, and more. Ananda was founded by Swami Kriyananda, a direct disciple of Yogananda in 1968. The word "ananda" means bliss, joy, or happiness.
Address:
Ananda
14618 Tyler-Foote Rd.
Nevada City, CA 95959
California, United States of America (U.S.A.)
Telephone: 530 478 7560
Websites:
Ananda -- http://www.ananda.org/index.html
This website has nearly everything you want to know about the founding of Ananda, Paramahansa Yogananda, Swami Kriyananda, Ananda School, spiritual communities, music, and more. This website has a free unedited version of the book, Autobiography of a Yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda. It also has other online books, which include The Path, A Place Called Ananda, and the first chapters of God is for Everyone by Swami Kriyananda. There are streaming video talks, meditation support, Clarity Online Magazine, and more.
Email for Ananda
Expanding Light -- http://www.expandinglight.org
This website gives a calendar for workshops and retreats, the program instructors, and guest responses to individual programs.
Online Ordering -- http://www.crystalclarity.com
This website is for the online ordering of Ananda books, tapes, CD's and yoga videos.
Ananda University -- http://www.anandauniversity.org
Ananda University includes Ananda Institute of Alternative Living and Yoga Institute of Living Wisdom
Email: for questions and a 16 page catalog and application packet
2. Self Realization Fellowship
An organization founded in 1920 by Paramahansa Yogananda to teach scientific methods of meditation and principles of spiritual living.
Address:
Self-Realization Fellowship
3880 San Rafael Avenue, Dept. 9W
Los Angeles, CA 90065-3298 USA
Telephone: 323 225 2471
9 am to 5 pm Pacific Time
Fax: 323 225 5088
Self-Realization Fellowship Lake Shrine Temple
17190 Sunset Boulevard
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Telephone: 310 454 4114
Websites:
Self-Realization Fellowship -- http://www.selfrealizationfellowship.org/
Yogananda -- Self-Realization Fellowship -- http://www.yogananda-srf.org/
Email: None was found.
An Interesting Book -- The Yoga of Jesus: Understanding the Hidden Teachings of the Gospels by Paramahansa Yogananda. The Self-Realization Fellowship
3. Center for Spiritual Awareness
The spiritual director is Roy Eugene Davis, a direct disciple of Paramahansa Yogananda. The following information will acquaint you with their philosophical teaching emphasis and the various services they provide. It is their pleasure to be of service to you and provide for you:
Information about Center for Spiritual Awareness
Kriya yoga philosophy and lifestyle practices and more.
Address:
Center for Spiritual Awareness
P.O. Box 7
Lakemont, Georgia 30552-0001
Note: The international headquarters is located in the low mountain region of northeast Georgia, U.S.A.
Phone: 706 782 4723
Weekdays 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Fax: 706 7824560
Website: http:www.csa-davis.org/ -- Center for Spiritual Awareness -- Davis
Email: Center for Spiritual Awareness -- Davis
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Dictations by Babaji
From the Summit Lighthouse
From the Hearts Center
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"The Highest Yoga and You" by Mark and Elizabeth Clare Prophet
Interestingly enough, the book, The Masters and the Spiritual Path, the second book in the Climb the Highest Mountain series, has about 77 pages on yoga in the first section in the book called "The Highest Yoga: You and God." It is excellent and discusses about 29 topics including Jnana Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Karma Yoga, Raja Yoga, Mantra Yoga, Agni Yoga, and far more. If interested, call Summit Lighthouse Customer Service to order.
(406) 848-9500 or 1 800 245 5445.
Elizabeth Clare Prophet has been given the mantle or title of Guru Ma. The main website that gives the teachings of Guru Ma, that is, the teaching of the ascended masters is The Summit Lighthouse.
Another complimentary website is The Summit Lighthouse, Poland, which contains a variety of tremendous teachings.
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Who are the Ascended Masters and What Do the Ascended Masters Say About Yoga?
El Morya, Kuthumi, and Djwal Kul -- Master Teachers of Yoga
We will make yogis and yoginis out of you yet.
Yoga and the Seven Rays
Yoga and the Seven Chakras or Energy Centers
A Chakra Chart
Pictures of the Chakras
From the Summit Lighthouse
From the Website, Marius Fine Art
Yoga and the Violet Flame
Learn About the Violet Transmuting Flame -- A Joyous Way of Working Out Karma
Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva
And their feminine compliments, Saraswati, Lakshmi, and Parvathi
Lord Shiva -- Lord of Yogis and Yoginis
Lord Shiva -- Nataraja
Lord Shiva is also a Lord of Dance
Agni Yoga -- The Yoga of Fire -- Sacred Fire
And the Agni Yoga Society
Nicholas and Helena Roerich
Mother of the World by Nicholas Roerich
Madonna Oriflamma by Nicholas Roerich
A Wonderful Website called International Memorial Roerich Trust that has wonderful pictures of the Roerich Family, their Home, Artwork, the Kullu Valley, and far more
For the Agni Yoga books online that may be downloaded for free unto our computer, and may also be printed out
Note: The books are in English, Russian, and Icelandic; and some of the books are in Spanish, Italian, and French.
Read or download the Agni Yoga books onto our computers or print them out.
Search one or all the books online.
Learn More about Agni Yoga.
A dictation or teaching by the ascended master Nicholas Roerich. The dictation is called "Perfect Your Art" from the Summit Lighthouse.
Note: In dictations from the Summit Lighthouse, Jesus and Kuthumi recommended that we read the Agni Yoga book, Heart.
Nicholas Roerich also gave a dictation through the messenger, David Lewis of The Hearts Center on January 15, 2007. Create a New Culture of Love: Be An Artisan of the Spirit for God! Note: After clicking on the link, click " show all" and scroll down to the dictation, and then click on the name of "Nicholas Roerich" for the text version, or if you have a high speed connection, you may click on the audio version, download it, and listen to it.
Another excellent website on Agni Yoga with some beautiful pictures
The Nicholas Roerich Museum
For many pages of Nicholas Roerich's artwork, click on the two links below:
Much of Roerich's Artwork
More of Roerich's Artwork
The Free Encyclopedia, Wikipedia, gives much teaching and links to Nicholas Roerich, Agni Yoga and more
Another Website on Agni Yoga with tremendous links
Agni Yoga Glossary on the Agni Yoga Website
Yoga and Ramakrishna and His Disciples
Heart-Centered Yoga and Yoga for a Broken Heart
Surya Yoga -- Sun Yoga -- Yoga of the Sun
The Importance of Sunshine and Its Benefits
The Golden-Pink Glow Rays of the Sun -- The Love-Wisdom of the Sun
Getting the Right Amount of Sunlight -- in Balance or Moderation
Generally, At Least 15 Minutes a Day
Sun-bathing
Walking in the Sunshine and Fresh Air
Sun Gazing and Meditation at Sunrise, or Shortly thereafter, With Our Eyelids Open
Sun Gazing and Meditation Anytime with Our Eyelids Closed
Sun Gazing and Meditation Shortly Before, and at Sunset, With Our Eyelids Open
Solar Healing
The Mysteries of the Sun
The Sun Salutation or the Science of Sun Worship
The New Day by Vesta and The Hymn to the Sun by Helios
Note: Helios and Vesta are the Sun God and Goddess of Our Sun.
Surya is another ascended being of light, and is associated with the God-star or God-sun, Sirius. This is why the Sun Salutation is often called Surya Namaskar.
Let us Realize Ourselves as Sons of God or Suns of God
Let Us Realize that We Are a Solar Presence or Sun Presence
Surya Yoga as Taught by Omraam Mikhael Aivanhof
"Toward a Solar Civilization" -- a book by Omraam
Self-Healing Using the Sun within Our Cells
Natural Light and Full Spectrum Light Inside Our Homes
Patanjali and the Yoga Sutras
Understanding Patanjali
Introduction to the Yoga Sutras
The Synthesis of Yoga as taught by Aurobindo and the Mother
The Law of Karma
The Law of Love -- The Law of Sowing and Reaping
Reincarnation or Reembodiment
What is the Kundalini and How Do We Raise It?
Yoga Diet and Health
Christian Yoga -- Yoga and Christianity
Yoga and Pilates
A Teaching for the Yogin, the Earnest Student of Yoga
Main Yoga Greeting and Practices
Main Greeting: Bow and Say Namaste with the Palms Together at the Heart.
Yoga Yamas and Niyamas
Yoga Do's and Don'ts -- Practices and Refrains
Yoga Teachers, Organizations, and Paths
Yoga Therapy
Yoga and the Feldenkrais Method
The Goals of Yoga
Work Out One's Karma
Attain Union with God by Attaining Samadhi, Nirvana, or the Ascension
Liberation from Rebirth (the Wheel of Rebirth) , that is, from Having to Reembody Again
Make One's Ascension or Become an Ascended Master
Remain as an Unascended Master, such as Babaji
Incredible India, Holy India, Exotic India, and More
Incredible India
Holy India
Exotic India
Seeing Spiritual India -- Beautiful Photographs of Many Spiritual Places in India
Mystic India -- A Marvelous Film of India -- An Incredible Journey of Inspiration -- 7 Years -- 8000 Miles -- Barefoot -- An 11-year old child yogi, Neelkanth, who took an extraordinary journey through the wonders of mystic India.
A Marvelous Opportunity for Teachers to Teach Others about Mystic India
Asha Goes to India -- A Beautiful Film
A beautiful film about one woman's spiritual journey through India. With breathtaking cinematography and soulful music, it will take you on a visual adventure through India- from the Ganges river, to the Himalayan mountains, to the temples, ashrams, and sacred sites that have enticed travelers and spiritual seekers for centuries.
Yoga Glossaries
Agni Yoga Glossary on the Agni Yoga Website
A Treasury of Terms and Thoughts from the Agni Yoga Teachings on the Agni Yoga Website
New Age Connections with Other People into Yoga, Wholistic Health, etc.
Questions and Answers About Yoga
We May Become Yogis and Yoginis
Males and females who have a good mastery of yoga, and who can generally teach yoga.
Books About Yoga
Yoga Magazines
Yoga Websites and Complimentary Websites
Encyclopedia Wikipedia on Yoga with an Excellent Picture of Shiva
My Story, Practice, and Teaching of Yoga by William Star
Om Bound -- There is No Place Like Om! -- Take a Yoga Retreat or a Yoga Vacation
A Greater Understanding of How to Put Yoga Into Practice -- How to Make It Part of Our Daily Lives
This material is being compiled and continuously expanded by:
William Star -- Master Teacher of Yoga
Thank you and God Bless You.
Namaste (I give salutation to the divinity within you -- to the Presence of God, the Presence of Love, within you.)
Welcome to the Love of Yoga
Welcome to the Path of Yoga
Welcome to Learning about Yoga
Welcome to a Celebration of Yoga
Welcome to a Great Synthesis of Yoga
Yoga Made Relatively Easy for the Many
Heart Centered Yoga
Love is the Way -- Love is the Key!
There is one God, and four great paths to the One God, which are:
1. the path of divine love,
2. the world religions,
3. the teachings of the ascended masters given through various messengers or prophets, and
4. yoga.
These four great paths to God may be combined in any way we like. We may walk the path of divine love. We may be a disciple of any of the world's religions and practice yoga, or combine certain religious practices with our yoga. We may be a student of the teachings of the ascended masters and practice yoga, which the ascended masters generally recommend. Yoga, per se, is not a religion. It is one of the four great paths to God, and it can be combined with any religion, and that surely includes Christianity and Judaism.
The word yoga comes from the root word "yoke," which implies or means "union," so the primary goal of yoga is union with God -- our God of Love. So, in its highest understanding, yoga is a path of divine love, to achieve union with God, or our Individualized Presence of Love. All of us are practicing "yoga" in some form, and generally, many aspects each day, but often we do not know it or realize it.
Whenever, we show love and adoration to God, no matter what religion we might belong to, that is yoga -- bhakti yoga. Anytime we serve others, love others, care for others, or show our kindness to others, that is yoga -- karma yoga.
There are seven major paths of yoga that will be explained as simply as possible, so that many may understand and hopefully practice yoga, although many are already practicing "yoga" in a number of ways and don't know it.
These teachings are for beginners to advanced -- made relatively easy for the many.
All yoga can be a path of ananda, that is, a path of bliss, happiness, or joy.
The approach on this website is the 5 E's approach, that is, relatively, Easy, Enjoyable, Energizing, Effective, and Enlightening. So the approach here will be made as easy as possible, and hopefully will be as enjoyable, energizing and encouraging as possible. Yoga can be effective, practical, and it can really work for us. And it can truly be enlightening, so that we can have a greater knowledge, wisdom, and understanding. The approach, here, is as much as possible, a yoga made relatively easy, yoga for the many approach. It is a step-by-step and gradual approach. The approach here is for all ages and for all people, and for all races and religions.
One of the most important things for achieving union with God is the correct understanding of the words 'I AM'.
'I AM' means 'God in me is,' or 'the Presence of God in me is.' This will be explained further under the topic of mantra yoga.
I, William Star, have practiced hatha yoga since 1970 and have taught yoga since 1975, so I speak from experience in my practice and teaching of yoga. I am a student of the teachings of the ascended masters, and a student or disciple of all of the world religions. And I am on the path of divine love.
I am including many wonderful teachings given from some of the best sources of yoga.
When most people think of yoga, at least in America, the usually think of hatha yoga or yoga exercises, postures, or asanas. This is the yoga that is best known by most people, and that will surely be taught here, but all the seven paths will be taught, and far more.
The Great Synthesis of Yoga is the Great Summation or the Great Gathering of the teachings on yoga. It is the Great Integration, Compilation, on Unification of the teachings on yoga.
These yogic practices are universal and complement all faiths and religions. They help you do what you are already doing, better. Remember, things go better with yoga.
As you see links below, you will know that there is an associated teaching:
The seven major paths of yoga are:
1. Bhakti Yoga or the Yoga of Love and Devotion to God
Bhakti yoga is the practice of giving love and devotion to God.
The practice of bhakti yoga is basically the same as the Great Commandment of Love as given by Jesus -- Thou shalt love God with all thy heart, with all thy mind, and with all soul.
Bhakti yoga is generally practiced by giving bhajhans, that is, singing and/or dancing to devotional songs called bhajans, but we may practice bhakti yoga by singing and/or dancing to any songs of true love and devotion.
We may also practice bhakti yoga by saying such affirmations or prayers such as the following:
O God, You are so magnificent,
I AM, I AM, I AM adoring thee.
2. Karma Yoga or the Yoga of Love, Compassion, Selfless Action, or Service to Others
Karma yoga is selfless action or service to others.
The practice of karma yoga works out our negative karma, and gives us good karma, that is, if it is done out of selfless action or the love of the heart.
The practice of karma yoga is basically the same as the Second Commandment of Love as given by Jesus -- Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself.
Also, greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life (in service) for his friends. (The Bible, John 15:13)
But he that is greatest among you shall be your servant. And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted. (The Bible, Matthew 23:11)
From a Christian viewpoint, the practice of karma yoga is the practice of charity, that is, doing good works.
Moreover, doing any good works, and that includes playing beautiful, devotional music, is an act of karma yoga, that is, if it is done out of the love of the heart. The key is that we do our service or good works out of the love of the heart; otherwise, these "good works" may have little or no value, at least for the evolution of our soul.
And the Golden Rule of Love is the compliment to the Second Commandment and is the primary rule of those of us who would practice karma yoga -- Do unto others as we would have them do unto us.
To see an example of the Golden Rule in most of the world religions, click here
For many more teachings on divine love, click here.
To Understand the Use of the Violet Flame to Work Out Our Karma, Click on the Link below:
Understanding and Using the Violet Flame on this Website, An Open Door of Love
3. Dhyana Yoga or the Yoga of Meditation or Contemplation
A Link to More Teachings on Meditation or Contemplation
The Free Encyclopedia, Wikipedia, on "Dhyana Yoga"
Hand Mudras, Symbols, or Positions
The Khechari Mudra or Folded Tongue Mudra
Heart-Mind Mudra
Babaji's Cross-Armed Meditation Mudra
Note: Raja means royal or lord or king. Dhyana yoga is often called "raja yoga" because it is often considered the "royal or lord or king" of yogas. Also, the integration of all seven major paths of yoga is considered the "royal or lord or king" of yogas, which I, William Star, generally agree with, so the integration of all seven major paths of yoga is also called raja yoga, and is considered the "highest path" of yoga.
The Free Encyclopedia, Wikipedia, on "Raja Yoga"
4. Mantra Yoga or Yoga Mantras (Mantrams), Prayers, Affirmations, etc.,
An Understanding of Mantra Yoga and a List of Mantras, Prayers, and Affirmations
5. Prana Yoga, Pranayam(a) or Breathing Exercises
The Scientific Art of Mastering the Breath
Breathing with Awareness and Four-Part Foundational Breathing
Four-Part Breathing with Two Hands:
Hands Up-Down Breath
Hands Out-In Breath
Hands from Head to Toe Breath
Hands Up, Front, Back, and Down Breath
Three Breaths Taught by Saint Germain:
the Energizing Breath,
the Rhythmic Breath or Sacred Fire Breath,
the Alternate Nostril Breathing or the Balancing Breath
Note: The three breaths above are taught by Our Beloved Saint Germain and/or Djwal Kul
A More Advanced Teaching on the Sacred Fire Breath
Djwal Kul's Breathing Exercise
A Kriya Yoga Pranayam as Taught by Babaji
6. Hatha Yoga or Yoga Exercises, Postures, or Asanas
This heart-centered hatha yoga is one of the greatest forms of spiritual-physical exercises.
Introduction to Hatha Yoga
Babaji's Kriya Hatha Yoga -- Standing
Babaji's Kriya Hatha Yoga -- Modified
Babaji's Kriya Hatha Yoga -- Classical or Traditional
Included in the Four Part Foundational Yoga Class Below
A Four Part Foundational Yoga Class, Plus More
1. Relaxation-Meditation
2. Breathing Exercises
Breathing with Awareness and Four-Part Foundational Breathing
3. Neck and Back Exercises
4. Hatha Yoga Exercises, Postures, or Asanas -- Standing, Modified, Classical, Children's, Senior's or Prenatal Hatha Yoga
A Four-Part Foundational Yoga Class, Using the Classical Postures
Hatha Yoga for Children
Hatha Yoga for Seniors
Hatha Yoga for Pregnant Women -- Prenatal Yoga
What do the Ascended Masters Say About Hatha Yoga
The Four Basic Yoga Sitting Postures
Complimentary Exercises to Hatha Yoga
Four Basic Stretches
Neck and Back Exercises
Tai chi chih/ Chi kung (Taiji / Qigong) -- Single, Individual Exercises or Movements Made Relatively Easy for the Many
Yogananda's Energization Exercises
More on Yogananda's Energization Exercises
7. Jnana Yoga or the Yoga of Wisdom, Understanding, and Illumination
Studying the teachings in this section on yoga is a course in jnana yoga, and moreover, studying the teachings on this website is a course in jnana yoga.
8. Raja Yoga, Babaji's Kriya Yoga, or Maha Yoga-- A Synthesis or Integration of the Seven Major Paths of Yoga
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The Path of Happiness, Bliss, or Ananda
The Path of Joy for Practitioners of Yoga
Hasya Yoga - The Yoga of Laughter, Joy, and Fun
You inhale particles of joy into your spiritual circuitry between each quick breath when you engage in hasya yoga or what we term divine laughter therapy.(Jewel of Joy from the Hearts Center)
Christian Yoga -- Yoga and Christianity
An Interesting Book -- The Yoga of Jesus: Understanding the Hidden Teachings of the Gospels by Paramahansa Yogananda. The Self-Realization Fellowship
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The Main Music of Yoga -- Bhajhans or Devotional Songs
Excellent Bhajhans by Guru Ma and her chelas or disciples from the Summit Lighthouse
The Lyrics or Words of 16 Different Bhajhans on the Hearts Center Website. To see the bhajhans, please click here and scroll down to #74.
Beautiful chanting by Yogananda and his disciples
Indian Ragas
The Dance of Yoga -- The Yoga of Dance
Dancing to the Bhajhans
Singing and Dancing With Shiva for Eternal Life
Kathak Dance or Odissi Dance or Bharata Natyam or Yoga Dance
Dance with Nitya Venkateswaran
Dance with Niharika Mohanty
Dance with Mythili Prakash
Creating a Yoga Sanctuary and Altar
A Focus for Our Spiritual or Devotional Practices, Our Sadhana, or Our Puja.
The Ashram
A Place for the Practice of Yoga -- A Community of Practitioners of Yoga -- A Community of the Spirit of Yoga -- A Community of Love
The World Ashram
Introduction
The Ashram Notes as Given by El Morya
The Ashram Rituals
Heart, Head, and Hand Decrees by El Morya
Other Teachings by El Morya
El Morya, Kuthumi, and Djwal Kul
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Babaji's Kriya Yoga

Babaji
Kriya Babaji Nagaraj
Shiva Goraksha Babaji
One of the Unascended Masters of the Himalayas
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Three Organizations that Give Yogananda's Teachings
on the Unascended Master Babaji, Kriya Yoga,
Divine Love, the World Religions, and More
1. Ananda
A community for sharing the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda through meditation, kriya yoga, communities, schools, and more. Ananda was founded by Swami Kriyananda, a direct disciple of Yogananda in 1968. The word "ananda" means bliss, joy, or happiness.
Address:
Ananda
14618 Tyler-Foote Rd.
Nevada City, CA 95959
California, United States of America (U.S.A.)
Telephone: 530 478 7560
Websites:
Ananda -- http://www.ananda.org/index.html
This website has nearly everything you want to know about the founding of Ananda, Paramahansa Yogananda, Swami Kriyananda, Ananda School, spiritual communities, music, and more. This website has a free unedited version of the book, Autobiography of a Yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda. It also has other online books, which include The Path, A Place Called Ananda, and the first chapters of God is for Everyone by Swami Kriyananda. There are streaming video talks, meditation support, Clarity Online Magazine, and more.
Email for Ananda
Expanding Light -- http://www.expandinglight.org
This website gives a calendar for workshops and retreats, the program instructors, and guest responses to individual programs.
Online Ordering -- http://www.crystalclarity.com
This website is for the online ordering of Ananda books, tapes, CD's and yoga videos.
Ananda University -- http://www.anandauniversity.org
Ananda University includes Ananda Institute of Alternative Living and Yoga Institute of Living Wisdom
Email: for questions and a 16 page catalog and application packet
2. Self Realization Fellowship
An organization founded in 1920 by Paramahansa Yogananda to teach scientific methods of meditation and principles of spiritual living.
Address:
Self-Realization Fellowship
3880 San Rafael Avenue, Dept. 9W
Los Angeles, CA 90065-3298 USA
Telephone: 323 225 2471
9 am to 5 pm Pacific Time
Fax: 323 225 5088
Self-Realization Fellowship Lake Shrine Temple
17190 Sunset Boulevard
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Telephone: 310 454 4114
Websites:
Self-Realization Fellowship -- http://www.selfrealizationfellowship.org/
Yogananda -- Self-Realization Fellowship -- http://www.yogananda-srf.org/
Email: None was found.
An Interesting Book -- The Yoga of Jesus: Understanding the Hidden Teachings of the Gospels by Paramahansa Yogananda. The Self-Realization Fellowship
3. Center for Spiritual Awareness
The spiritual director is Roy Eugene Davis, a direct disciple of Paramahansa Yogananda. The following information will acquaint you with their philosophical teaching emphasis and the various services they provide. It is their pleasure to be of service to you and provide for you:
Information about Center for Spiritual Awareness
Kriya yoga philosophy and lifestyle practices and more.
Address:
Center for Spiritual Awareness
P.O. Box 7
Lakemont, Georgia 30552-0001
Note: The international headquarters is located in the low mountain region of northeast Georgia, U.S.A.
Phone: 706 782 4723
Weekdays 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Fax: 706 7824560
Website: http:www.csa-davis.org/ -- Center for Spiritual Awareness -- Davis
Email: Center for Spiritual Awareness -- Davis
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Dictations by Babaji
From the Summit Lighthouse
From the Hearts Center
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"The Highest Yoga and You" by Mark and Elizabeth Clare Prophet
Interestingly enough, the book, The Masters and the Spiritual Path, the second book in the Climb the Highest Mountain series, has about 77 pages on yoga in the first section in the book called "The Highest Yoga: You and God." It is excellent and discusses about 29 topics including Jnana Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Karma Yoga, Raja Yoga, Mantra Yoga, Agni Yoga, and far more. If interested, call Summit Lighthouse Customer Service to order.
(406) 848-9500 or 1 800 245 5445.
Elizabeth Clare Prophet has been given the mantle or title of Guru Ma. The main website that gives the teachings of Guru Ma, that is, the teaching of the ascended masters is The Summit Lighthouse.
Another complimentary website is The Summit Lighthouse, Poland, which contains a variety of tremendous teachings.
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Who are the Ascended Masters and What Do the Ascended Masters Say About Yoga?
El Morya, Kuthumi, and Djwal Kul -- Master Teachers of Yoga
We will make yogis and yoginis out of you yet.
Yoga and the Seven Rays
Yoga and the Seven Chakras or Energy Centers
A Chakra Chart
Pictures of the Chakras
From the Summit Lighthouse
From the Website, Marius Fine Art
Yoga and the Violet Flame
Learn About the Violet Transmuting Flame -- A Joyous Way of Working Out Karma
Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva
And their feminine compliments, Saraswati, Lakshmi, and Parvathi
Lord Shiva -- Lord of Yogis and Yoginis
Lord Shiva -- Nataraja
Lord Shiva is also a Lord of Dance
Agni Yoga -- The Yoga of Fire -- Sacred Fire
And the Agni Yoga Society
Nicholas and Helena Roerich
Mother of the World by Nicholas Roerich
Madonna Oriflamma by Nicholas Roerich
A Wonderful Website called International Memorial Roerich Trust that has wonderful pictures of the Roerich Family, their Home, Artwork, the Kullu Valley, and far more
For the Agni Yoga books online that may be downloaded for free unto our computer, and may also be printed out
Note: The books are in English, Russian, and Icelandic; and some of the books are in Spanish, Italian, and French.
Read or download the Agni Yoga books onto our computers or print them out.
Search one or all the books online.
Learn More about Agni Yoga.
A dictation or teaching by the ascended master Nicholas Roerich. The dictation is called "Perfect Your Art" from the Summit Lighthouse.
Note: In dictations from the Summit Lighthouse, Jesus and Kuthumi recommended that we read the Agni Yoga book, Heart.
Nicholas Roerich also gave a dictation through the messenger, David Lewis of The Hearts Center on January 15, 2007. Create a New Culture of Love: Be An Artisan of the Spirit for God! Note: After clicking on the link, click " show all" and scroll down to the dictation, and then click on the name of "Nicholas Roerich" for the text version, or if you have a high speed connection, you may click on the audio version, download it, and listen to it.
Another excellent website on Agni Yoga with some beautiful pictures
The Nicholas Roerich Museum
For many pages of Nicholas Roerich's artwork, click on the two links below:
Much of Roerich's Artwork
More of Roerich's Artwork
The Free Encyclopedia, Wikipedia, gives much teaching and links to Nicholas Roerich, Agni Yoga and more
Another Website on Agni Yoga with tremendous links
Agni Yoga Glossary on the Agni Yoga Website
Yoga and Ramakrishna and His Disciples
Heart-Centered Yoga and Yoga for a Broken Heart
Surya Yoga -- Sun Yoga -- Yoga of the Sun
The Importance of Sunshine and Its Benefits
The Golden-Pink Glow Rays of the Sun -- The Love-Wisdom of the Sun
Getting the Right Amount of Sunlight -- in Balance or Moderation
Generally, At Least 15 Minutes a Day
Sun-bathing
Walking in the Sunshine and Fresh Air
Sun Gazing and Meditation at Sunrise, or Shortly thereafter, With Our Eyelids Open
Sun Gazing and Meditation Anytime with Our Eyelids Closed
Sun Gazing and Meditation Shortly Before, and at Sunset, With Our Eyelids Open
Solar Healing
The Mysteries of the Sun
The Sun Salutation or the Science of Sun Worship
The New Day by Vesta and The Hymn to the Sun by Helios
Note: Helios and Vesta are the Sun God and Goddess of Our Sun.
Surya is another ascended being of light, and is associated with the God-star or God-sun, Sirius. This is why the Sun Salutation is often called Surya Namaskar.
Let us Realize Ourselves as Sons of God or Suns of God
Let Us Realize that We Are a Solar Presence or Sun Presence
Surya Yoga as Taught by Omraam Mikhael Aivanhof
"Toward a Solar Civilization" -- a book by Omraam
Self-Healing Using the Sun within Our Cells
Natural Light and Full Spectrum Light Inside Our Homes
Patanjali and the Yoga Sutras
Understanding Patanjali
Introduction to the Yoga Sutras
The Synthesis of Yoga as taught by Aurobindo and the Mother
The Law of Karma
The Law of Love -- The Law of Sowing and Reaping
Reincarnation or Reembodiment
What is the Kundalini and How Do We Raise It?
Yoga Diet and Health
Christian Yoga -- Yoga and Christianity
Yoga and Pilates
A Teaching for the Yogin, the Earnest Student of Yoga
Main Yoga Greeting and Practices
Main Greeting: Bow and Say Namaste with the Palms Together at the Heart.
Yoga Yamas and Niyamas
Yoga Do's and Don'ts -- Practices and Refrains
Yoga Teachers, Organizations, and Paths
Yoga Therapy
Yoga and the Feldenkrais Method
The Goals of Yoga
Work Out One's Karma
Attain Union with God by Attaining Samadhi, Nirvana, or the Ascension
Liberation from Rebirth (the Wheel of Rebirth) , that is, from Having to Reembody Again
Make One's Ascension or Become an Ascended Master
Remain as an Unascended Master, such as Babaji
Incredible India, Holy India, Exotic India, and More
Incredible India
Holy India
Exotic India
Seeing Spiritual India -- Beautiful Photographs of Many Spiritual Places in India
Mystic India -- A Marvelous Film of India -- An Incredible Journey of Inspiration -- 7 Years -- 8000 Miles -- Barefoot -- An 11-year old child yogi, Neelkanth, who took an extraordinary journey through the wonders of mystic India.
A Marvelous Opportunity for Teachers to Teach Others about Mystic India
Asha Goes to India -- A Beautiful Film
A beautiful film about one woman's spiritual journey through India. With breathtaking cinematography and soulful music, it will take you on a visual adventure through India- from the Ganges river, to the Himalayan mountains, to the temples, ashrams, and sacred sites that have enticed travelers and spiritual seekers for centuries.
Yoga Glossaries
Agni Yoga Glossary on the Agni Yoga Website
A Treasury of Terms and Thoughts from the Agni Yoga Teachings on the Agni Yoga Website
New Age Connections with Other People into Yoga, Wholistic Health, etc.
Questions and Answers About Yoga
We May Become Yogis and Yoginis
Males and females who have a good mastery of yoga, and who can generally teach yoga.
Books About Yoga
Yoga Magazines
Yoga Websites and Complimentary Websites
Encyclopedia Wikipedia on Yoga with an Excellent Picture of Shiva
My Story, Practice, and Teaching of Yoga by William Star
Om Bound -- There is No Place Like Om! -- Take a Yoga Retreat or a Yoga Vacation
A Greater Understanding of How to Put Yoga Into Practice -- How to Make It Part of Our Daily Lives
This material is being compiled and continuously expanded by:
William Star -- Master Teacher of Yoga
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