"God is in the heart and soul of every being. And when you open within yourself the secret temple in your heart, then with the all-knowing intuition of the soul you shall read the book of life. Then, and only then, will you contact the living God. And you will feel Him as the very essence of your being."

- From In the Sanctuary of the Soul

This beautifully rendered guide presents deep insights on how we can experience God's presence directly in our lives, and clearly sets forth principles of effective prayer for receiving God's response. The teachings offered here embrace universal spiritual laws that will inspire people of all faiths to deepen their spiritual practice.

Widely regarded as one of the preeminent spiritual figures of our time. Paramahansa Yogananda (1895-1952) has introduced millions of readers to the perennial wisdom of the East through his acclaimed life story. Autobiography of a Yogi, and his numerous other books. Today his spiritual and humanitarian work is carried on by Self-Realization Fellowship, the international society he founded in 1920 to disseminate his teachings worldwide.

How does one pray effectively? In the Sanctuary of the Soul offers wisdom and insight that we can use to bring a new richness to our inner life. It shows how to apply the power of prayer as a daily source of strength and guidance - to fulfill our every need, and to build our own personal relationship with God.