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""The Science of Religion"" explores the fundamental desire for happiness and the cessation of suffering common to all humanity. Written by the influential spiritual leader Swami Yogananda, this work investigates the core principles that unify the world's diverse spiritual traditions. It presents religion not merely as a matter of dogma or faith, but as a practical science based on the realization of the self and the attainment of Bliss. The text delves into the four main paths of spiritual discipline-intellect, feeling, will, and meditation-offering a comprehensive look at how individuals can achieve a direct experience of the Divine. By bridging the gap between Eastern philosophical thought and Western scientific inquiry, Yogananda demonstrates that the ultimate goal of all religious endeavor is the same: the expansion of consciousness and the discovery of our true nature. Ideal for students of comparative religion, practitioners of yoga, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of universal spirituality, ""The Science of Religion"" provides timeless insights into the human condition. It serves as a foundational guide for those looking to harmonize their inner lives with external reality, emphasizing that the path to spiritual enlightenment is accessible to all through systematic practice and introspection. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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