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Few causes are more worthy than that of enlightening Westerners about India's sacred heritage, and this book succeeds in doing that wondrously.
-Huston Smith, author of The  World's Religions

An exquisite compilation of yoga wisdom revealing the heart of Indian spirituality.
-New World Library 

Sacred Jewels of Yoga presents in very powerful and inspiring language the eternal yoga wisdom of ancient India. I am sure that the spiritual teachings offered in this beautiful anthology will appeal to the modern seekers of America. May they be inspired to progress toward this life's goal.
-Swami Swahananda, senior monk, Ramakrishna Order of India

 

 

 

Desire Consciousness Alone

My child, you have long been caught
in the noose of body-consciousness.
Sever it with the sword of the knowledge,
“I am Consciousness,”
and be happy.

You are unattached, actionless,
self-effulgent, and without blemish.
You pervade this universe,
and this universe exists in you.
You are Pure Consciousness by nature.
Do not be small-minded.

You are unconditioned, immutable,
formless, and of unfathomable intelligence.
Desire Consciousness alone.
— Astavakra Samhita
(From Sacred Jewels of Yoga)