Meditation Revolution: A History and Theology of the Siddha Yoga Lineage

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Summary: biased
Review: completely biased... there is barely a mention of the many questions about siddha yoga's past, and when it is mentioned, all viewpoints are not given. but what do you expect from a book written by devotees? hopefully soon much like the people's history of the united states, there will be a people's history of siddha yoga!

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Summary: lack of understanding
Review: The stories that are part of the historical events and those directly coming from either personal experience or from the Guru themselves are great. The attempt to wander into academic commentary is so incompetent and misguided as to be and insult to those who have waded into the inner waters. It is pomp and speculation combined with bad grammer. If you were confused and wishing clarification this is not the place. This book does not carry the blessing of the living teacher herself, nor is there and acknowledgment of her in the beginning. Look elsewere!

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Summary: Inspiring from begining to end!
Review: This book is masterly written by some of the top most internationally accredited shaivism and hinduism scholors in the world and a vastly experienced Swami Durgananda. The explanations of the philosophy of esoteric practices and understanding as displayed through the path of Siddha Yoga are clear and insiteful. The shareing of experience leaves out the unproven hearsay that has collected in many tabloids concerning this path over the years and has stuck to the verafyable truth, with no holds barred. It is an amazing account of the history and philosophy of Siddha Yoga up to its current display in the modern day. Highly recommended, a jewel for any Hindu, Shaivite or Siddha Yogi.