Publisher's Synopsis
Higher Psychical Development or Yoga Philosophy is a book written by Hereward Carrington, a British-born American author, investigator, and researcher of psychic phenomena. The book is a comprehensive guide to the principles and practices of yoga philosophy, which is a system of mental and physical exercises aimed at achieving spiritual enlightenment and self-realization.The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides an introduction to the basic principles of yoga philosophy, including the concept of the self, the nature of consciousness, and the role of meditation in achieving higher states of consciousness. The second part delves deeper into the various techniques and practices of yoga, including asanas (postures), pranayama (breathing exercises), and dhyana (meditation).The third and final part of the book explores the more advanced aspects of yoga philosophy, including the attainment of psychic powers, the nature of the soul, and the possibility of achieving immortality. Throughout the book, Carrington draws on his extensive knowledge of Eastern spirituality and Western psychology to provide a comprehensive and practical guide to the practice of yoga philosophy.Overall, Higher Psychical Development or Yoga Philosophy is an essential resource for anyone interested in exploring the principles and practices of yoga philosophy, and for those seeking to deepen their understanding of the nature of consciousness and the human psyche.1920. An outline of the secret Hindu teachings. This work consists of a series of twelve impromptu lectures. Contents: an outline of yoga philosophy; asana, bodily posture; pranayama, breathing exercises; mantrayoga, chants, and pratyahara, meditation; dharana, concentration; dhyana, unification, and samadhi, cosmic consciousness; kundalini, secret energy, and how it is aroused; guardians of the threshold; relation of yoga to occultism and to psychics; projection of the astral body.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
