2014 Reprint of 1960 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition. Not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. For thousands of years, yogis have believed that breath is the essential link between body and mind, energizing a subtle body which connects the physical and mental aspects of our being. In this book, Swami Rama and two noted American physicians explore the science of breath as the missing key to both physical health and the attainment of higher states of consciousness. Basic yogic breathing techniques are explained so that one can immediately begin working with the ancient...

A Series of Lessons in Raja Yoga is an Eastern philosophy classic by Yogi Ramacharaka. The Yogi Philosophy may be divided into several great branches, or fields of Hindu beliefs. What is known as "Raja Yoga" deals with the Mind; its control; its development; its unfoldment, etc.

Life depends on breath. -The Science of Breath- outlines simple but powerful techniques to improve breathing and enhance living. One who has mastered their breath also masters their Prana, or life force. Intelligent control of breathing leads to increased vitality and freedom from disease. Correct habits are essential and this book offers the keys to a new awareness of breathing along with the tools necessary to make each breath truly count. -The Science of Breath- Table of Contents: Chapter I Salaam Chapter II -Breath Is Life- Chapter III The Exoteric Theory of Breath Chapter IV The Esoteric...

Chapter I. Salaam 4 Chapter II. Breath Is Life 7 Chapter III. The Exoteric Theory of Breath 11 Chapter IV. The Esoteric Theory of Breath 17 Chapter V. The Nervous System 21 Chapter VI. Nostril-Breathing vs. Mouth-Breathing 25 Chapter VII. The Four Methods of Respiration 30 Chapter VIII. How to Acquire the Yogi Complete Breath 37 Chapter IX. Physiological Effect of the Complete Breath 40 Chapter X. A Few Bits of Yogi Lore 45 Chapter XI. The Seven Yogi Developing Exercises 49 Chapter XII. Seven Minor Yogi Exercises 55 Chapter XIII. Vibration and Yogi Rhythmic Breathing 59 Chapter XIV. Phenomena...

Strange rumors reached the ears of the people of Jerusalem and the surrounding country. It was reported that a new prophet had appeared in the valley of the lower Jordan, and in the wilderness of Northern Judea, preaching startling doctrines. His teachings resembled those of the prophets of old, and his cry of "Repent Repent ye for the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand," awakened strange memories of the ancient teachers of the race, and caused the common people to gaze wonderingly at each other, and the ruling classes to frown and look serious, when the name of the new prophet was mentioned. The...