Raja Yoga. Jnana Yoga

This collection unites two works composed from the lectures of the famous Indian philosopher Swami Vivekananda (1863–1902), a disciple of Guru Ramakrishna. In an accessible form for the general reader, the author presents the foundations of the most important directions... in yoga aimed at the understanding of truth. The first book reveals the teaching of raja yoga — the path to attaining the highest state of consciousness through internal concentration achieved by the practice of meditation. The second section, dedicated to jnana yoga, offers an intellectual approach to spiritual awakening: relying on the teachings of Vedanta, Vivekananda speaks about the illusion of the material world, the overcoming of the delusions of the mind, and the revelation of true knowledge — one's profound identity with the Absolute. The reflections of the spiritual teacher have been a source of inspiration for several generations of seekers of truth. They remain relevant today, combining the deep wisdom of ancient traditions and practical tools that allow for the search and attainment of enlightenment in the modern world.