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My Inheritance of Sannyasa

Swami Niranjanananda Saraswati

“An institution is not an inheritance.

Buildings and wealth are not the

inheritance of a sadhu. A sadhu’s wealth

and assets are the qualities he lives with

lifelong. It is a disciple’s duty to

strengthen the ideals that he upholds,

lives and conducts himself with every

day of his life. This is sannyasa. People

think of sannyasa as renunciation, but

sannyasa is connection; connection with

oneself, one’s mind, spirit and creativity,

with knowledge and dispassion, and with

a philosophy which guides every step of

life.”

The theme of the satsangs Swamiji gave

in July 2012, during Guru Poornima

celebrations at Paduka Darshan

Sannyasa Peeth, was the tradition of

sannyasa that he has inherited and is

passing on. Swamiji spoke on the origins

and development of the sannyasa

parampara, describing the lives,

inspirations and teachings of eminent

sages and gurus from ancient times,

including Dattatreya, Adi

Shankaracharya, Swami Sivananda and

Swami Satyananda, who were major

forces in preserving, continuing and

developing the spiritual current of India.

Through describing these great

personalities, Swamiji elucidated on the

essence of the guru tattwa.

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The Yoga of Sri Krishna


“The Bhagavad Gita is not a religious

book or a treatise on philosophy. It is a

work which dispels doubts about the

dharma that one has to live in life.

According to the founding thoughts of

the Bhagavad Gita, the process of

managing life and the cultivation of

better qualities, dharma and the journey

of life are the focus of an individual. Yoga

is the medium through which one is able

to complete this journey.”

The yoga of Sri Krishna was the theme of

the satsangs Swamiji gave in February

2012 at Ganga Darshan Vishwa

Yogapeeth and Paduka Darshan

Sannyasa Peeth. Swamiji elucidates the

yogic practices that Sri Krishna taught

Arjuna on the battlefield. He explains

how these simple practices cultivate

understanding and awareness, and are

methods of managing the different

situations one encounters daily. Swamiji

provides a fresh, new perspective on the

understanding of the Bhagavad Gita, as

he enumerates the yogic sadhanas that

lie hidden within the text and offers

practical steps for the development of

courage, peace and focus in negotiating

life’s challenges.

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Yoga in Daily Life


“I do not consider yoga as just a

practice; rather, in ‘Niranjanananda Yoga

Samhita’, yoga is grouped into four

categories: practice, sadhana, lifestyle

and culture. This is how I see yoga. I see

yoga as a practice, I see yoga as a

sadhana, I see yoga as a lifestyle and I

see yoga as a culture. This is the

progression of yoga.”

The theme of the satsangs Swamiji gave

in August 2011 at Ganga Darshan Vishwa

Yogapeeth was yoga in daily life. Swamiji

spoke on the purpose of yoga in one’s

life and the practical integration of the

various systems for body, mind and

spirit. He gave a detailed description of

the yoga capsules that everyone can

include in their daily life. Swamiji

elucidated the spiritual sciences and

traditions in a classical and deep yet light

manner, bringing to life the insight and

wisdom of the ancient seers and

scriptures.

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Dharma of a Disciple


“A disciple is the transmitter of the

guruís shakti. For shakti to be

transmitted, the wire has to be carbon-

free. If there is accumulation of carbon in

the wires that carry electricity from one

bulb to another, the lights will not come

on. Therefore, the aim of discipleship is

to remove the accumulated carbon from

our wires and ensure that they are

always clean so that the current of divine

grace can flow continuously and

constantly, and that is the dharma of a

disciple.”

The dharma of a disciple was the theme

of satsangs given in August 2010 at

Ganga Darshan, after Swamiji returned

from Guru Poornima celebrations at

Rikhiapeeth. Beginning with insightful

reflections on the guru tattwa, Swamiji

leads us to assess where we stand as a

disciple, our character and its strengths

and weaknesses, and how we can move

up from where we are by fortifying our

base and acquiring the necessary

attributes. The satsangs answer a

fundamental spiritual question: what is

the highest truth that an adherent of the

guru-disciple tradition must live by.

88 pages

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ISBN 978-81-86336-94-6

Language: English



Head, Heart & Hands


“Awakening the faculties of head, heart

and hands means that you have to

develop and discover a better you. The

possibility of becoming better is already

in you. If you can remain optimistic,

positive and creative, balanced in

emotions and thoughts, then a new you

emerges from the ashes of the old you.

That new you is the yogi you. This is the

yogic journey that Swami Sivananda

spoke about, and this is the yogic

journey that Swami Satyananda has

started us on.”

The yoga of head, heart and hands was

the theme of the satsangs Swamiji gave

in October 2010 at Ganga Darshan.

Swamiji explained how an integral

development can come about while a

harmonious state of mind and emotions

is created. The aspirant needs to

understand the essential nature of these

faculties and follow a sequential path for

their transformation, along with acquiring

a new perspective on performance.

58 pages

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ISBN 978-81-86336-98-4

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Karma & Karma Yoga


“Karma is manifestation of human

nature. It is something which is

expressed spontaneously, naturally and

unconditionally, because this entire

creation is nothing but manifestation of

karma. The entire creation, the entire

universe, the entire life is manifestation

of karma, and the seed of karma in

creation was planted by the cosmic will.”

Karma and karma yoga was the theme of

the satsangs given in February 2010. The

illuminating and in-depth discourses

provide a fresh perspective on this

timeless subject and also a clear map for

the course of our life. The satsangs are

one of the finest examples of Swami

Niranjan’s inimitable style: light yet

deep, refreshing yet classical, profound

yet practical.

82 pages

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ISBN 978-81-86336-85-4

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Mantra & Yantra


“Mantra and yantra constitute the

instruments, mediums or methods by

which one can explore and realize

energy patterns and awaken the

dormant centres of consciousness.

Mantras and yantras are not only a

combination of sounds and visual images

used in meditation, but represent the

first subtle manifestation of the two

cosmic powers of consciousness and

energy, as mantra and yantra.”

Mantra and yantra was the theme of the

satsangs in March 2010 during Chaitra

Navaratri. Here, Swami Niranjan traces

the origin and nature of mantra and

yantra and how they act as a link

between the individual and the cosmos.

These satsangs introduce both the

theoretical and practical aspects of a

vast subject, providing aspirants with an

understanding of mantra and yantra as

tools for sadhana.

57 pages

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ISBN 978-81-86336-86-1

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The Paths of Pravritti & Nivritti


“Once there was a traveller who had

been travelling for a long time and had

not yet reached his destination. The

destined place was far away. The

traveller was traversing through ages,

times and aeons, trying to reach the end

of his journey. The destination was

Brahmapuri, City of Light, and the name

of the traveller was Mr. Atmaram,

meaning Mr Soul…”

The paths of pravritti (intense

attachment to the world)

and nivritti(disassociation from the

material world) were the theme of the

satsangs Swamiji gave in June 2010 at

Ganga Darshan, after returning from a

period of meditation and contemplation

in the high Himalayas. Swamiji

introduces the theme with a

metaphorical tale of ‘Atmaram’ and his

journey to the ‘City of Light’.

Fundamental questions are answered:

the basis and method of living

harmoniously while following a material

life, the point at which an aspirant moves

on to the spiritual path, and the role of a

guide on the journey.

68 pages

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ISBN 978-93-81620-01-4

Language: English



On the Wings of the Swan Vol 1


On the Wings of the Swan series consists

of discourses and satsangs given by

Swami Niranjanananda Saraswati during

the eighties and nineties.

These early teachings, presented in their

original question and answer format,

contain a wealth of wisdom applicable to

all yogic aspirants seeking guidance and

inspiration for living a harmonious life. A

yogi from birth, Swami Niranjan’s

approach combines practicality,

empathy, compassion, warmth, humour

and penetrating insight. No matter what

the question, Swami Niranjan lends it an

ease unique to him, bringing together an

ancient spiritual tradition and an

understanding of the current way of life.

With each answer, he takes us right into

the heart of the matter and provides a

fresh perspective on it.

Vol. 1

This volume covers satsangs given

during 1987–1989 at Ganga Darshan,

Munger. The topics covered are extensive

and varied, addressing countless aspects

of yoga, yogic lifestyle and spiritual life.

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Vol. 3


during 1995 at Ganga Darshan, Munger.

The topics covered are extensive and

varied, addressing countless aspects of

yoga, yogic lifestyle and spiritual life.

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the eighties and nineties. These early

teachings, presented in their original

question and answer format, contain a

wealth of wisdom applicable to all yogic

aspirants seeking guidance and













Vol.4






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Yoga Sadhana Panorama Vol 1


Volume 1: In 1994, Swami

Niranjanananda Saraswati gave a month

long programme in Australia. This book

includes the edited transcriptions of the

discourses (satsangs) given at that time.

The main themes are sannyasa and

meditation, including commentary on

chapters 1 to 5 of the Bhagavad Gita,

and in depth expositions of sannyasa as

lifestyle, spiritual life, sadhana, the four

great teachings (Yoga, Vedanta, Samkhya

and Tantra), prana, enlightenment, and

mind.

275 pages

Language: English



Volume 2: The second volume of this

series consists of satsangs and the

famous Laya Yoga practices transmitted

by Swami Niranjanananda Saraswati

during his 1994 European tour. The main

themes covered are Laya Yoga,

meditation, aspects of the mind,

spirituality in daily life, self evolution,

teaching yoga, and ways of using and

applying yoga in society. Laya Yoga is an

advanced practice and should only be

attempted under the guidance of a

master.

483 pages

Language: English



Volume 3: The third volume of Yoga

Sadhana Panorama presents discourses

and satsangs given by Swami

Niranjanananda Saraswati in 1997 in

Mumbai, India; in Aix-les-Bains and Aube,

France; and in Slovenia. Covering a broad

spectrum of yoga, including philosophy,

practice and lifestyle, this book is a

valuable source of guidance and

teaching for all yogic aspirants.

Topics include awakening the dormant

potential of the mind; evolving the

awareness through pratyahara, dharana

and dhyana (including class practices);

health and applied yoga; spiritual life;

and karma yoga in Chapter three of the

Bhagavad Gita.

“The yoga of the future will be the

discovery and management of the mind

and personality. When we are at peace

with ourselves, positive qualities

manifest. This harmony is then projected

onto the social environment. Thus a

qualitative change in the individual as

well as in society becomes possible. Our

combined efforts to discover our nature

and potential in order to enrich our lives

will lead us to see a new dawn for the

whole of humanity.”

273 pages

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ISBN 81-86336-07-9

Language: English





Volume 4: “Yoga has been defined as

union, but before we can experience

union we have to connect. Connection is

the definition of yoga for the new

millennium. Yoga is not taking a different

direction. It is the human perception that

has to take the appropriate step. Yoga is

an experiment to change our perception

and convert our understanding into

applied wisdom. Yoga gives us the

awareness that it is now time to act and

take responsibility for ourselves and

others.” The fourth volume of Yoga



Niranjanananda Saraswati in France,

Greece, Wales, Spain, Australia and India

in 2000, 2001 and 2002. These teachings

contain a wealth of information and

practical insights relevant to all yogic

aspirants seeking guidance and direction

in the twenty-first century.

“Yoga aims to improve the quality of life

so that we become aware of ourselves

and our potentials and begin to live

them. The ultimate goal of life is not

enlightenment but mind management.

When inner harmony is experienced,

yoga becomes a lifestyle in which we

connect with others in a spirit of service

and compassion.”

437 pages

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ISBN 81-86336-61-8

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Volume 5: The fifth volume of Yoga



Niranjanananda Saraswati in 2004 and

2005 in India, Australia, Mallorca,

Colombia and Greece. Topics include

evolution of consciousness,

transformative yoga, Samkhya and

Vedanta, and a commentary on the

Bhagavad Gita.

These teachings are a source of

inspiration, practical wisdom and

guidance for all yogic aspirants seeking

to develop an understanding of yoga as a

practical system to apply in their lives.

371 pages

Soft cover

ISBN 81-86336-82-3

Language: English



Bhakti Yoga Sagar Vol 1

Swami Satyananda Saraswati

After many years of intense yoga

practice, Sri Swami Satyananda

Saraswati came out of seclusion and

thousands travelled from all over the

world to be in his presence. His talks and

answers to questions from that one-

month period were all recorded and

transcribed. These volumes are

dedicated to all spiritual seekers

particularly those who have been

inspired by his teaching or by his

teachers. These intimate revelations

from a Spiritual Master have the power

to transform one's life.

400 pages



After many years of intense yoga

practice, Sri Swami Satyananda

Saraswati came out of seclusion and

thousands travelled from all over the

world to be in his presence. His talks and

answers to questions from that one-

month period were all recorded and

transcribed. These volumes are

dedicated to all spiritual seekers

particularly those who have been

inspired by his teaching or by his

teachers. These intimate revelations

from a Spiritual Master have the power

to transform one's life.

464 pages

Language: English





In 1995, the Sat Chandi Maha Yajna took

place under the auspices of Sri Swami

Satyananda Saraswati. This was a 10 day

Tantric fire ceremony – the origins of

which go back millennia – invoking the

blessings of the Cosmic Creatrix. The

stages, imagery and purpose of the ritual

were explained in detail in discourses by

the great spiritual adept, Sri Swami

Satyananda Saraswati, along with other

topics of interest to all spiritual seekers.

231 pages

Language: English




Satsang with Sri Swami SatyanandaA

Saraswati, 1996.

335 pages

Language: English






Satsang with Sri Swami Satyananda

Saraswati, 1997.

222 pages

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ISBN 81-86336-17-6

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Saraswati, 1998-2000.

200 pages

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ISBN 81-86336-25-7

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Saraswati, 2001.

208 pages

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ISBN 81-86336-28-1

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Teachings of Swami Satyananda Vol 2

Sri Swami Satyananda Saraswati

Volume 2 contains talks on choosing a

yoga teacher, tantra and yoga, tantra

and vedanta, karma, karma yoga, yoga

nidra, satsang and psychotherapy,

learning through transmission, poverty,

ashram culture, sexual life,

brahmacharya, yoga for children, kirtan

and many more.

350 pages

Language: English




Volume 3 contains talks and satsangs on

scientific research on yoga, Sri Rama, the

awakening of kundalini, dynamic

awareness, yoga and concentration,

sadhana for the mind, yoga and religion,

self-discovery, witnessing the volcanic

mind and others.

386 pages

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ISBN 81-85787-04-2

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Volume 4 topics include: the

spontaneous awareness of

consciousness, the withdrawal and

expansion of consciousness, the

relationship between the mind and

senses, kriya yoga, kundalini yoga and

tantra, guru and spiritual life, how to use

a mantra, pain and pleasure, how to

progress in yoga, solutions to the human

spiritual crisis, the will of God, breaking

through illusions and many more.

350 pages

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Language: English



A Systematic Course in the Ancient Tantric Techniques of Yoga and Kriya


This is the most comprehensive text ever

published on yoga. It contains a

complete course of 36 structured lessons

on all the practices of integral yoga. The

lessons were compiled from the

teachings given by Swami Satyananda

and are useful as a practical and

theoretical guide to all levels of yoga

teachers and aspirants. The book

presents a synthesis of yoga in a

scientific and systematic manner. The

different branches of hatha yoga, raja

yoga, mantra yoga, karma yoga, bhakti

yoga, jnana yoga and kriya yoga are

progressively introduced with special

emphasis on practice, theory and

application in day to day life.

Suitable for all, but may be daunting for

beginners.

984 pages

Hard cover

ISBN 81-85787-08-5

Language: English



Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha


Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha is

recognized internationally as one of the

most systematic yoga manuals available

today. Since its first publication by the

Bihar School of Yoga in 1969, it has been

reprinted 21 times and translated into

many languages. It is the main reference

text used by yoga teachers and students

of BIHAR YOGA® within the International

Yoga Fellowship Movement, and many

other traditions as well.

This comprehensive text provides clear

illustrations, step by step directions and

details of chakra awareness. It guides the

practitioner or teacher from the simplest

to the most advanced practices of the

hatha yoga system. This book

successfully brings the exposition of

yoga practices to the standard of a

university text.

544 pages

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ISBN 978-81-86336-14-4 Languages: English



Hatha Yoga Pradipika

Swami Muktibodhananda

This book is a thorough commentary on

the original text by Maharishi

Swatmarama. It elucidates the entire

science of hatha yoga as it was

conceived and practised, not for health

and fitness only, but for awakening the

pranas, chakras and kundalini shakti.

This text points out that hatha yoga is

not just a physical practice but a process

of cellular transmutation from gross, to

subtle to divine. Thus hatha yoga was

considered the foundation of all higher

yogas. This text clearly shows the link

between tantra and hatha yoga, and also

emphasises that hatha yoga leads to raja

yoga, otherwise it is practised in vain.

641 pages

Soft cover

ISBN 81-85787-38-7

Language: English



Dynamics of YogaThe Foundations of Bihar Yoga


Dynamics of Yoga outlines the original

yogic concepts and practices which form

the foundations of Bihar Yoga, or

Satyananda Yoga. Ideal as an

introduction to Bihar Yoga, these early

teachings of Sri Swami Satyananda

Saraswati aim to give the reader a

deeper understanding of yoga and its

practical application in daily life. The core

practices of yoga and meditation are

highlighted, with emphasis on mind

management and the development of

awareness. The book remains a timeless

work on the art and science of yoga as

seen through the eyes of a master.

Included in this edition is a new chapter

outlining the history and development of

Bihar Yoga.

176 pages

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ISBN 81-85787-14-X Language: English



Moola BandhaThe Master Key


This book is dedicated to those honest

and relentless yoga practitioners who are

searching for the master-key to unlock

the door to the abode of maha kundalini.

Little has ever been written on the

ancient practice of bandha, which is

regarded as an important aspect of both

hatha and kundalini yogas. Moola

bandha is not difficult to perform and

gives great benefits to the practitioner,

physically, mentally and spiritually. This

book focuses on the theory and practice

of bandha, giving descriptions and

instructions for different stages and

variations which allow the practitioner to

awaken the primal energy within.

132 pages

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ISBN 81-85787-32-8 Language: English



Prana and Pranayama


Prana and Pranayama is a

comprehensive text on the classical

philosophy of prana, life force, and

pranayama, expansion and control of the

life force. It provides a complete

description of the science of pranayama

as presented in the classical texts and as

taught in the Satyananda Yoga tradition

by the Bihar School of Yoga.

The first part of the book explores the

theory of prana and its related yogic

concepts: koshas, chakras, nadis and

mantras. Secondly, it expands upon

respiratory physiology and current

research undertaken by science on

pranayama. In the practical section,

specific guidelines for practising

pranayama are given, using detailed

instructions and illustrations. Throughout

the text, scriptural sources further

enhance the reader’s understanding,

bringing to light the original essence and

intent of these classical teachings.

362 pages

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ISBN 81-86336-79-2

Language: English



Surya NamaskaraThe Foundations of Bihar Yoga


Surya Namaskara, or salutation to the

sun, is an important yogic practice which

dates back to the ancient vedic period

when the sun was worshipped as a

powerful symbol of spiritual

consciousness. From its esoteric origins

Surya Namaskara has developed into a

practice of twelve postures which weave

together to generate prana (subtle

energy), aiming towards the purification

and rejuvenation of the practitioner.

This book discusses in detail the full

practice of Surya Namaskara, including

the surya and bija mantras, points of

concentration and extended guidelines

to aid both practitioners and teachers.

An in-depth physiological study of Surya

Namaskara supports its present day use

as a powerful therapeutic practice.

108 pages

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ISBN 81-7621-058-7

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Yoga Chudamani UpanishadCrown Jewel of Yoga

Swami Niranjanananda Saraswatiand Swami Satyadharma

Yoga Chudamani Upanishad is a manual

of higher sadhana for advanced and

initiated aspirants. It delineates the

ancient path of kundalini awakening in its

original and pure form before the

proliferation of modern yogic literature.

The text elucidates a unique combination

of kundalini yoga and vedantic upasana.

It discusses the nadis, prana vayus,

chakras and kundalini shakti, and also

provides detailed descriptions of ajapa

gayatri and pranava, which are older

vedic and upanishadic meditative

disciplines.

The text includes the original Sanskrit

verses, along with transliteration, anvay,

translation and a comprehensive

commentary by Swami Satyadharma

Saraswati under the guidance of Swami

Niranjanananda Saraswati. For students

of Indian philosophy, it provides a

valuable study of the compatibility of

Yoga and Vedanta, or the tantric and

vedic systems of philosophy and

practice.

330 pages

Soft cover

ISBN 81-86336-27-3

Language: English



Yoga Education for Children Vol 1


This is a book on yoga compiled with

children in mind. The first part explains

which yoga practices are particularly

beneficial for children of different ages. It

offers approaches that can be used by

teachers and parents to introduce yoga

to children of different age groups. It

includes topics such as: better methods

of education, integrating yoga into the

classroom, the cause of student unrest

and its remedy. The second part focuses

on yoga therapy for children and

describes actual situations where yoga

was used to help overcome specific

problems in childhood. The third part

contains a wide range of yogic

techniques and activities for children

including: asana, pranayama, yoga

games, relaxation and meditation, and

stories.

302 pages

Soft cover

ISBN 81-85787-33-6

Language: English



Yoga Education for Children Vol 2


Volume Two is designed to stimulate

those who work or interact with children

to be creative in their use of yoga

practices, empowering children to

become creative, emotionally stable

citizens of the future. The first two

sections look at the real goal of

education, which begins before a child is

born, and yoga in special needs

education. The third section presents two

highly successful experiments in youth

empowerment in India: Bal Yoga Mitra

Mandal in Munger and the kanya and

batuk project in Rikhiapeeth. The fourth

section includes a detailed presentation

of asana and pranayama techniques and

their use in a wide variety of contexts

with children of all ages: games, art

sessions, yoga nidra and other

meditations, to stimulate interest and

imagination, facilitate easier learning

and, most of all, introduce fun into the

whole process of yoga for children.

Line diagrams and illustrations are

included.

Suitable for children of all ages. A good

reference for yoga teachers.

400 pages

Soft cover

ISBN 81-86336-77-9

Language: English



Four Chapters on Freedom

Commentary on the Yoga Sutras of

Patanjali


This text contains the full Sanskrit text of

Rishi Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, along with

transliteration, translation and

commentary. The Yoga Sutras, containing

196 epithets or threads of yoga, is the

most respected treatise on yoga. This

extensive commentary on each sutra

fully explains the text and the path of

raja yoga.

Serious yogic aspirants and spiritual

seekers will find invaluable guidance

within these pages.

400 pages

Soft cover

ISBN 81-85787-18-2

Language: English



Nine Principal Upanishads


The Nine Principal Upanishads are the

culmination of vedic thought and contain

the essence of the original vedantic

teachings. They impart sublime truths

about the nature and destiny of mankind

revealed by great sages and seers during

informal discussions with disciples and

spiritual seekers. These upanishads

describe the direct experience of

transcendence which results in the unity

of the individual with the highest

consciousness. They also provide

methods of meditation to realize the

nature of Atman, the supreme soul, and

to attain the immortal Brahman.

This text includes the original Sanskrit

verses, transliteration and translations of

the following nine major upanishads:

Prashnopanishad, Kenopanishad,

Mandukyopanishad, Mundakopanishad,

Ishavasya Upanishad, Kathopanishad,

Aitareya Upanishad,

Shvetashvataropanishad and Taittiriya

Upanishad.

274 pages

Soft cover

ISBN 81-85787-21-2

Language: English



Sri Saundarya LahariThe Descent

Swami Satyasangananda Saraswati

This masterful commentary

on Saundarya Lahari by Swami

Satyasangananda Saraswati reveals

Shakta Tantra for every level of aspirant.

The original Sanskrit text by Adi

Sankaracharya has been translated and

explained in a lucid and eloquent style,

which brings the reader into the living

presence of the Goddess. The 103

mantras of this text are presented here

as meditations and visualizations of Sri

Devi, the root matrix of creation,

depicting her divine form as a path of

highest sadhana and realization.

The text deals with the essence of tantric

philosophy and sadhana, elucidating the

esoteric traditions of Sri Vidya, the Dasa

Mahavidyas, kulakundalini, chakras and

tattwas, and their usage to bridge the

gap between the outer and inner

experience. Sri Saundarya Lahari: The

Descent, an exposition on the feminine

divine, is substantiated and enhanced by

the personal experience and in-depth

study of the author. Also included are a

comprehensive

introduction, prayoga(uses of the

mantras, yantras and especially the

mandalas contained in the text),

transliteration and index.

512 pages

Soft cover

ISBN 978-81-86336-70-0

Language: English



Swara YogaThe Tantric Science of Brain Breathing

Swami Muktibodhananda

Swara yoga is an ancient science of

pranic body rhythms and explores how

prana can be controlled through the

breath. Traditionally a closely guarded

science, taught only through direct

transmission from guru to disciple, very

little has ever been written about it.

In this book the theory behind swara

yoga is discussed, including the topics of

prana, nadis and chakras. In the practice

section the techniques of swara yoga are

given in detail. The last section contains

the original Sanskrit text of the Shiva

Swarodayawith an English translation.

Swara Yoga is a suitable text for

advanced yoga practitioners and yoga

teachers. Line drawings, charts and

illustrations are included.

248 pages

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ISBN 978-81-85787-36-7

Language: English



Exploring Yoga and Cancer

Dr. Swami Yogapratap

Exploring Yoga and Cancer applies the

insights of modern medical science and

yogic understanding. An in-depth

analysis is provided of how cancer

develops, including at the subtle levels of

being, the principles supporting yogic

cancer management, and how yoga

practices work to help reverse and

manage the effects of cancer.

Part 1 explains what cancer is and how it

forms, and looks at the various causes.

Part 2 examines how the yoga practices

work to aid those with cancer. Detailed

advice and information to assist the

formation of yogic management plans for

different people with different types of

cancers is offered in Part 3. Part 4

presents an introduction to research in

the field of yoga and cancer.

265 pages

Soft cover

ISBN81-86336-83-0

Language: English



Practical Yoga Psychology

Dr Rishi Vivekananda

The great mysteries in our lives are the

understanding of our personality, how we

relate with other people and the world

around us, and our place, if any, in the

vast scheme of things. The other

question we face is how we can improve

our personal experience and our

interactions with society, so that we live

a happy, harmonious and helpful life. For

thousands of years yoga has been

addressing these questions and

supplying the answers to them.

Practical Yoga Psychology is an attempt

to simply blend the teachings of yoga

with those of psychology, psychiatry and

other branches of Western science to

give us an overview of the human

personality, an idea of where we are

going, and guidelines to proceed on our

journey.

307 pages

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ISBN 81-86336-39-7

Language: English



Yoga and Cardiovascular Management

Dr Swami Karmananda

Yoga and Cardiovascular

Management compiles the discussions

between Swami Satyananda Saraswati

and a group of French medical experts,

physicians and yoga teachers who

shared their views on Yoga and Medical

Management of Cardiovascular Disease

at Tenon Hospital, Paris in September

1981. A yogi discusses the whole range

of heart and vascular diseases plus the

relevant co-existing diseases like

diabetes mellitus and pulmonary

disorders from the modern scientific as

well as yogic viewpoints. Covered are the

causes, patho-physiology and

management of cardiovascular disorders

such as hypertension, coronary heart

disease, cardiac arrhythmia, stroke,

cerebral degenerative diseases,

peripheral vascular disease and

arteriosclerosis, followed by the yogic

explanation and in-depth yogic

management with scientific back up. The

research data was correlated by an

Australian doctor and the scientific

disposition and language make the book

ideal for both medical scientists and lay

people alike.

148 pages

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ISBN 978-81-85787-26-8

Language: English



Yogic Management of Asthma and Diabetes

Dr. Swami Shankardevananda

Yogic Management of Asthma and

Diabetes, written by Dr Swami

Shankardevananda Saraswati, under the

guidance of Sri Swami Satyananda

Saraswati, explores two common

disorders from a yogic perspective. The

book discusses the background, nature

and cause of each disease, medical and

yogic treatments, diet and the yogic path

to health. Yogic research into asthma and

diabetes is presented, with details of

clinical trials, case histories and yoga

therapy camps. Yoga's holistic approach

to therapy and the effectiveness of yogic

methods in establishing good health are

explained.

This new edition includes revised yogic

practice programs for each disorder.

312 pages

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ISBN 81-85787-48-4

Language: English



Yogic Management of Cancer

Dr. Swami Nirmalananda

Yogic Management of Cancerexplains

cancer and its causes in a practical way

in the light of modern scientific

understanding and the yogic perspective.

Advice is offered on applying yoga to

help manage cancer and the effects of

conventional treatments at all levels of

being. Useful yogic tools presented

include yogic practices, yogic lifestyle

and diet, and practices for self-

observation and cultivation of positive

attitudes. Detailed practices are included

to help regain health and reconnect with

the self. Where recovery is not possible,

people with cancer are helped towards a

positive acceptance of death, and advice

is offered on preparation for dying.

291 pages

Soft cover

ISBN 81-86336-81-6

Language: English


Yogic Management of Common Diseases


Dr. Swami Karmananda

Yogic Management of Common Diseases

deals with 36 common as well as serious

diseases afflicting the human body.

Diseases covered include those affecting

the head and neck, the cardiovascular

and respiratory systems, the gastro-

intestinal tract, the joints and musculo-

skeletal system, and the uro-genital

system.

Basic information is provided about the

causes and effects of each condition

from both the yogic and medical

viewpoints. In depth yogic management

of each disease is also presented along

with the current medical treatment,

dietary recommendations and other

advice. This informative text offers a way

of managing disease and regaining

health the yogic way.

244 pages

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ISBN 81-85787-24-7

Language: English



Ajna Chakra

Rishi Nityabodhananda

While knowledge of the external world is

gained through the senses, it is through

our sixth sense, ajna chakra, also known

as the third eye or the eye of intuition,

that higher intelligence, both unmanifest

and manifest, is experienced. Awakening

ajna chakra is opening the channel to

experience answers to what lies beyond

external reality, questions haunting

every seeker.

This new edition of Ajna Chakra by Rishi

Nityabodhananda has been revised and

updated. Included are discussions on

kundalini yoga, ajna chakra in the tantric

texts, yogic practices to awaken ajna

chakra, attempts by science to validate

dimensions of consciousness beyond

objective external reality, and research

into the role of the pineal gland and its

relationship with ajna chakra.

146 pages

Soft cover

ISBN 978-81-86336-80-9

Language: English



Dharana Darshan


Dharana Darshan includes as yet

unpublished classic meditation practices

derived from the Upanishads, the Tantras

and other traditional yogic texts. The

core of the book is Swami

Niranjanananda’s adaptation of the

complex upanishadic akasha (space)

dharanas for modern practitioners,

including chidakasha, hridayakasha,

daharakasha and vyoma panchaka

dharanas, along with advanced stages of

the classic ajapa japa and trataka

practices. Also included is an introduction

explaining the theory and purpose of

concentration, psychic symbol,

visualisation, and the obstacles

commonly encountered by practitioners.

This book is designed for those already

familiar with the fundamentals of

meditation and have a degree of mastery

in the pratyahara (sensory withdrawal)

practices.

439 pages

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ISBN 81-86336-21-4

Language: English



Kundalini Tantra


Kundalini Tantra is Sri Swami Satyananda

Saraswati’s seminal work on kundalini,

chakras and kriya yoga. Defining and

explaining kundalini, this book provides a

detailed account of kundalini awakening,

including the signs and effects of such

experiences and ways to both elicit and

manage them.

The book contains a comprehensive

description of each chakra and the

significance of the chakras in tantric and

yogic practice. Techniques are given to

balance each centre for greater harmony

in mind, body and spirit, and in

preparation for the rising of kundalini

shakti. The 20 kriyas and their

preparatory practices are fully

elucidated.

453 pages

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ISBN 81-85787-15-8

Language: English



Meditations from the Tantras


Meditations from the Tantras is a clear

and comprehensive book on meditation

for beginners. The general aim is to show

the possibilities open to the practitioner

of meditation, the preparation that is

necessary, as well as practical methods

to attain meditative experiences.

Featuring fundamental pratyahara

(sensory withdrawal) practices such as

Antar Mouna™ and introductions to other

meditation techniques such as Yoga

Nidra,™ ajapa japa, trataka, the kriyas

and the different forms of mantra

practice, this book provides an essential

foundation for all advanced meditation

practices.

Included are class transcripts of the

practices as originally taught by Sri

Swami Satyananda Saraswati.

367 pages

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ISBN 81-85787-11-5

Language: English



Sri Vijnana Bhairava TantraThe Ascent


The theme of Vijnana Bhairava

Tantrais dharana, or concentration, a

subject most relevant today. This new

translation and commentary of a

classical tantric text sheds much light on

the practice of dharana, which until now

has been revealed only by peripheral

explanations. The text comprises 112

different dharanas, or techniques of

concentration, which can easily be

incorporated into one’s daily life.

Although dharana is a practice intended

for an adept, whose mind is steady and

controlled, the techniques contained

within this book provide a way even for

the aspirant with a distracted mind to

gradually develop concentration and

meditation.

This work is the result of an in-depth

study of dharana in relation to the tantric

view of meditation, substantiated by the

personal experience of the author.

Included is a detailed introduction

followed by the original Sanskrit slokas,

with transliteration, translation and

extensive commentary.

499 pages

Soft cover

ISBN 81-86336-32-X

Language: English



Sure Ways to Self Realisation


Sure Ways to Self-Realization is a

practical and informative text on systems

of meditation from cultures all over the

world. To assist today's seekers to find a

suitable path back to the source, the real

self, and to find stability of mind in a

rapidly changing world, Sri Swami

Satyananda Saraswati describes the path

of meditation, the obstacles confronting

the practitioner and the means to

overcome them.

Both theory and practical instructions for

a vast range of age-old meditation

practices are presented, including yogic

techniques such as antar mouna, yoga

nidra and ajapa japa, as well as

meditations from ancient Egypt and

Greece, the Celtic and Taoist traditions,

Tibetan and Zen Buddhism, Sufism and

alchemy. Moving meditations as well as

meditation techniques for children and

for the dying are included.

Sure Ways to Self-Realization is suitable

for all levels from beginners to advanced

and is an ideal reference book for yoga

teachers.

455 pages

Soft cover

ISBN 81-85787-41-7

Language: English



Tattwa ShuddhiThe Tantric Practice of Inner Purification


Tattwa shuddhi is an ancient tantric

practice for purification of the elements,

published for the first time in this

comprehensive text. Every individual is

comprised of five basic elements.

Through the process of tattwa shuddhi,

the purification and transformation of

these elements takes place. This book

contains the theory of tattwas and

detailed instructions for the practice.

Tattwa shuddhi uses the tantric tools of

yantra, mantra and mandala. It can be

performed as a sadhana in itself or as an

adjunct to kundalini/kriyas and other

higher yogas.

Tattwa shuddhi is an advanced practice.

144 pages

Soft cover

ISBN 81-85787-37-9

Language: English



Yoga Nidra


People feel that they are relaxing when

they collapse in an easy chair with a

drink or a cigarette and read a

newspaper or switch on the television.

But this, in fact, is merely a sensory

diversion; true relaxation is an

experience far beyond all this. For

complete relaxation you must remain

aware. This is Yoga Nidra, the state of

dynamic sleep. This book introduces the

practice of Yoga Nidra explaining how it

works in both yogic and scientific terms.

It includes several class transcriptions

and covers the many applications of this

versatile technique which has been used

for deep relaxation, for educational

purposes and to harmonise the deeper

unconscious. “In my early childhood I

was guided through Yoga Nidra by Sri

Swamiji and it is only now that I am

becoming aware of the depth of the

instructions and training I received.”

(Swami Niranjanananda)

Suitable for all practitioners.

261 pages

Soft cover

ISBN 81-85787-12-3

Language: English



Nawa Yogini Tantra

Swami Muktananda

This book is written exclusively for

women from the outlook of a woman.

The first section, on spirituality,

describes the important role of women in

social and spiritual evolution, and traces

their development from menarche to

menopause. The second section

discusses special applications of yoga for

backache, depression, menstrual

irregularities, pregnancy, prolapse,

overweight and others. Each chapter

inspires the woman to help heal herself

and regain her divine power through the

practices of yoga. The third section deals

with yoga sadhana and includes a guide

to yogic practice, explaining where, how

and when to practise. Techniques are

divided into three levels: beginners,

intermediate and advanced.

Important reference for yoga teachers.

232 pages

Soft cover

ISBN 81-85787-42-5

Language: English



Karma SannyasaThe Noble Path for the Householder

Swami Satyananda SaraswatiSwami Satyasangananda Saraswati

How is it possible to live the life of a

householder and yet maintain a balance

between external and internal growth? In

the Bhagavad Gita, Krishna tells Arjuna,

there is no harm in action, the danger

lies in attachment and dependence on

the fruits of the actions performed. If you

can understand this concept and

implement it in your daily life, then you

will gradually experience a higher quality

of experience. This is essentially the

concept of karma sannyasa; live life fully,

participate in all events externally, but

internally maintain an attitude of non-

doership. Explaining how closely our lives

are governed by attachment, desire and

ambition, Karma Sannyasa describes

methods to transform these patterns and

realise a happier outlook through the

blossoming of spiritual awareness. The

book focuses on family life and

relationships, wealth, karma, self-respect

and lifestyle, describing the process of

realizing spirituality through everyday

life experiences.

312 pages

Soft cover

ISBN 81-85787-43-3

Language: English



Light on the Guru and Disciple Relationship



Many people have argued that a guru is

not necessary, because the real guru is

already within us. This is true, but how

many of us can claim to hear,

understand or follow his instructions? In

fact, most of us even tend to doubt his

existence. How many of us can

discriminate between the real inner guru

and the monkey mind, acting out the

dictates of the ego? This inspiring book is

written in two parts: the first by Swami

Satyasangananda, who accompanied her

guru, Sri Swami Satyananda Saraswati,

on his tours as he enlightened his

followers on the science of yoga. It

contains chapters on: how to recognize a

guru, types of gurus, types of disciples,

negativity towards the guru, initiation,

and many more. The second section

contains a selection of satsangs and

talks on: linking with the spirit of the

guru, surrendering the ego, secret of

transmission, every guru is a light, guru

is not a policeman, and many more.

308 pages

Soft cover

ISBN 81-85787-40-9

Language: English



Mere Aradhya

Swami Dharmashakti Saraswati

This collection of inspiring incidents and

anecdotes from the life of Sri Swami

Satyananda Saraswati is a treasure trove

for the sincere seeker. The lives of saints

have always been a constant source of

inspiration for humanity, and Sri Swamiji

is no exception. Swami Satyananda is a

unique saint and yogi. Even after

ascending to the summit of yoga and

acquiring the promised fruits thereof, he

did not spend his life in a state of idyllic

samadhi, but employed his yogic powers

unceasingly and untiringly for the

upliftment and betterment of mankind.

Yet he remained unattached to it all.

Through his magnanimous deeds, this

incomparable yogi conquered the hearts

of millions all over the globe. Whoever

came into contact with him was

immediately and irrevocably

transformed.

From a spiritual standpoint, the value of

Mere Aradhya: My Beloved Guru is no

less than any of the ancient Indian

scriptures. It is our heartfelt hope and

wish that these spiritual gems from Sri

Swamiji’s life bring light, joy and wisdom

into the lives of all sincere aspirants on

the spiritual path.

Soft cover

Language: English



Sannyasa DarshanThe Foundations of Bihar Yoga


Sannyasa is a universal tradition

representing the original thoughts of

humanity. Sannyasa Darshan covers the

ancient and modern sannyasa tradition

of renunciation and dedication to

spiritual life.

This book discusses the sannyasa

lineage, including the origins of

sannyasa, the ashrama system, stages of

sannyasa, traditional rules and

requirements, as well as the modern

concept of sannyasa as it has evolved

and is being lived today. Detailed

accounts of the life, work and teachings

of four major pathfinders in the sannyasa

lineage: Sage Dattatreya, Adi

Shankaracharya, Sri Swami Sivananda

Saraswati and Sri Swami Satyananda

Saraswati are also presented.

Translations of five Sannyasa

Upanishads: Kundikopanishad,

Bhikshukopanishad, Avadhootopanishad,

Paramahamsa Parivrajakopanishad and

Nirvanopanishad (with commentary by

Swami Niranjanananda Saraswati)

comprise the final section of the book.

488 pages

Soft cover

ISBN 81-85787-72-7

Language: English



Sadhana

Swami Sivananda Saraswati andSwami Satyananda Saraswati

Sadhana is the personal effort one makes

to evolve oneself and who one is. The

wisdom contained in this book takes the

concept of sadhana from the confines of

mysticism and philosophy to a practical

reality for every¬one and provides an

invaluable link between the practitioner

of sadhana and the revealed knowledge

of enlightened beings. The teachings

explain how sadhana leads to inner

transformation and evolution of

consciousness and inspire the reader

with practical ways to merge higher

spiritual ideals into daily life for the

benefit of all.

Sadhana: The Path of Transformation is

compiled from the teachings of two great

Indian sages, Swami Sivananda of

Rishikesh, and his disciple, Swami

Satyananda. It is offered with their

blessings to all spiritual aspirants who

seek the means to permanently improve

their way of life by uplifting the quality of

their mind, perception and awareness.

Soft cover

Language: English



Maha Samadhi

Swami Sivananda Saraswati and


Samadhi is the transcendental

experience of completeness and fullness,

devoid of all duality, and the end of all

relative existence. It is the culminating

point in the spiritual quest and the

fulfilment of human destiny. One who has

realized samadhi becomes silent, wise

and illumined, and blessed with eternal

contentment and perennial joy. For the

rare one who sees the all-pervading,

tranquil, blissful atman there remains a

feeling of having attained all that was

ever to be known, and life is guided by

the realization that one self pervades

everyone and everything.

Maha Samadhi: Antardhyana is compiled

from the teachings of two yogic masters,

Swami Sivananda Saraswati and Swami

Satyananda Saraswati. Their remarkable

insights come from their personal, direct

and everlasting experience of the

Absolute. This exceptional book is an

inspiration to all those who seek to

understand this experience.

Soft cover

Language: English



Yoga DarshanVision of the Yoga Upanishads


Yoga Darshan gives a contemporary

yogic vision of the Upanishads as

expounded by Swami Niranjanananda

Saraswati. Taking a holistic and practical

view of spiritual life, this text provides a

picture of yoga that is both panoramic

and precise. In the theoretical section the

different traditions and philosophies of

yoga are clearly identified and explained

along with clear expositions on hatha,

raja, mantra, karma, jnana, laya and

esoteric yogas. The practical section

highlights classical practices from the

Yoga Upanishads and the yogic

perspective on physiology and health.

Yoga Darshan is a central textbook for all

Bihar Yoga Bharati undergraduate and

postgraduate courses.

514 pages

Soft cover

ISBN 81-86336-26-5

Language: English



Besides the books listed above, we

also have in our library:

Hatha Yoga, by Sw. Sivananda and Sw. Satyananda, volumes 1,2,3,6,8

Karma Yoga, by Sw. Sivananda and Sw. Satyananda, volumes 1,7

Yajna, by Sw. Sivananda and Sw. Satyananda

Devi Honouring Shakti, by Sw. Sivananda and Sw. Satyananda

Bihar School of Yoga the Vision of a Sage, by Sw. Sivananda and Sw. Satyananda

Rikhia the Vision of a Sage, by Sw. Satyananda

Ishavasya Upanishad, by Sw. Satyananda

Teachings of Swami Satyananda Sarswati, by Sw. Satyananda, volumes 5, 6

Yoga from Shore to Shore, by Sw. Satyananda

Early Teachings of Swami Satyananda Saraswati, by Sw. Satyananda, volume 3

Satsangs on Ramacharitmanas, by Sw. Satyananda

Rikhiapeeth satsangs, by Sw. Satyananda, vol.2

The practices of yoga for the Digestive System, by Sw. Satyananda

High on Waves, by Sw. Satyananda

Satyananda Yoga in Italy, by Sw. Satyananda

Sri Vijnana Bhairava Tantra, by Sw. Satyananda

Mudra Vigyan Philosophy and Practice of Yogic Gestures, by Sw. Satyananda and Sw. Niranjanananda

Prana Vidya, by Sw. Satyananda and Sw. Niranjanananda

Bihar School of Yoga The Vision of a Sage, by Sw. Satyananda and Sw. Niranjanananda

Sadhana, by Sw. Niranjanananda

Gita Darshan, by Sw. Niranjanananda

Samhya Darshan Yogic Perspective on Theories of Realism, by Sw. Niranjanananda

Living the Divine Life, by Sw. Niranjanananda

Sannyasa Cultivating the Spiritual Awareness, by Sw. Niranjanananda

Tantra Darshan, by Sw. Niranjanananda

Shakti Avahan, by Sw. Niranjanananda

Yoga: Philosophy to Realization, by Sw. Niranjanananda

Origin of Yoga & Pashupata Yoga, by Sw. Niranjanananda

Yoga Sadhana Panorama, by Sw. Niranjanananda

The Yoga of the Sage Vasishtha, by Sw. Niranjanananda

Jnana Yoga Method and Attainment, by Sw. Niranjanananda

Sannyasa Festival the Role of Sannyasa in the Third Millenium, by Sw. Niranjanananda

Yoga Sadhana Panorama, by Sw. Niranjanananda

Satsangs on Yoga, by Sw. Niranjanananda

Swadisthana Chakra, by Rishi Nityabodhananda

Maniura Chakra, by Rishi Nityabodhananda

SWAN Meditation Theory and Practice, Sw. Satyadharma

Swami Sivananda’s 18 ITITES & the Practice of Pratyahara, Sw. Sivamurti

Shankaprakshalana Gastrointestinal Cleansing, by Rishi Arundhati

Water the Roots series, volume 1 to 7

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