Why God Permits Evil And How To Rise Above It

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Yogananda provides strength and solace for times of adversity by explaining the mysteries of God's "lila, " or divine drama. Readers can come to understand the reason for the dualistic nature of creation--God's interplay of good and evil--and receive guidance on how to rise above their most challenging circumstances. With insight gained from the highest states of communion with God, Paramahansa Yogananda lays the groundwork for living a life of enduring happiness and all-round success. From his voluminous teachings comes a new book series that presents his "how-to-live" wisdom of applied spirituality -- practical keys for bringing into daily life the inner balance and harmony that is the essence of yoga. Through the practice of meditation and the universal principles of right action and right attitude highlighted in these books, we can experience every moment as an opportunity to grow in awareness of the Divine. While each book addresses a distinct topic, one message resonates throughout the series: Seek God first. Whether speaking of creating fulfilling relationships, raising spiritual children, overcoming self-defeating habits, or any of the other myriad goals and challenges of modern living, Yogananda again and again inspires and refocuses us toward life's highest attainment: Self-realization -- knowing our true nature as divine beings. By awakening to the infinite power and joy of our real Self -- the soul -- we can rise above limitations, fear, and suffering and live a truly victorious life. Philosophers and religious scholars the world over have sought to answer the question of why a loving God permits evil. In these pages Paramahansa Yogananda provides strength and solace for times of adversity by explaining the mysteries of God's "lila, " or divine drama. Readers will come to understand the reason for the dualistic nature of creation -- God's interplay of good and evil -- and receive guidance on how to rise above their most challenging circumstances.

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