


The science of relaxation is a very valuable gift for the readers and would benefit all. How it is so, is explained in these pages.

It is equally necessary for all in their daily life, for good health, success and prosperity in every walk of life. Pranayama is an important Anga in Ashtanga Yoga. Those who follow the special instructions given towards the end of the book can be sure of their guaranteed success and safety. The book contains suitable lessons for all types of Sadhakas. Sri Swamiji has explained herein in clear terms the vagaries of such fears and has prescribed very simple and safe methods. The practice of Pranayama has been viewed with fear in certain quarters on account of certain limitations, viz., the absolute necessity of the nearness to a perfected Guru, the dietetic restrictions and the like. It is authoritative, the more so, because of Swamiji being a combination of an experienced medical practitioner, a full-blown Yogi and a Jivanmukta. The Swamiji s method of presenting such intricate Yogic subjects in an inimitable, simple style with convincing assurances in unique and unrivalled. Sri Swamiji already lives in the hearts of the people of the world as an unfailing saviour. Tehri-Garhwal, Uttar Pradesh, Himalayas, India.ģ PUBLISHERS NOTE It is needless for us to stress on the merits of the subject or its author, Sri Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj. 1 By SRI SWAMI SIVANANDA Sri Swami Sivananda Founder of The Divine Life Society SERVE, LOVE, GIVE, PURIFY, MEDITATE, REALIZE So Says Sri Swami Sivananda A DIVINE LIFE SOCIETY PUBLICATIONĢ If you would like to purchase the print edition, please go to: If you would like to contribute to the dissemination of spiritual knowledge please contact the General Secretary at: First Edition: 1935 Sixteenth Edition: 1997 (6,000 Copies) World Wide Web (SHIVANANDANAGAR Distt.
