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Play of Consciousness: A Spiritual Autobiography Paperback – January 1, 2000

by Swami Muktananda (Author), Gurumayi Chidvilasananda (Introduction), Paul Muller-Ortega (Afterword)
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This best selling spiritual autobiography of Swami Muktananda tells the story of his journey to self-realization under the guidance of Bhagawan Nityananda, candidly describing his extraordinary experiences. Beginning with his spiritual initiation on August 15, 1947, and continuing through his enlightenment nine years later, this is a guide for seekers moving toward the same goal.
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Swami Muktananda introduced the Siddha Yoga path all over the world, creating what he called a "meditation revolution."

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 0911307818
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Siddha Yoga Publications; 3rd edition (January 1, 2000)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 368 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780911307818
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0911307818
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.15 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.76 x 8.75 inches
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5.0 out of 5 stars Been to the mountain top
Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2023
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There are books by people that are climbing the mountain, and there are books by people that have been to the mountain top. This is a book by the latter. It is a book written by a realized individual.
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Innessa Wuzyk
5.0 out of 5 stars One of the most inspiring and illuminating books I have ever read
Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2021
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Muktananda’s account of his own personal experience is like a flashlight illuminating the essence of the spiritual path.
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Bennett Schneider
5.0 out of 5 stars a seminal work of Yoga
Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2020
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Anyone looking to plumb the depths of Yoga and meditation should read Muktananda's autobiography. The mysteries of the path to self realization are here, and also the great philosophies of Hinduism are expounded upon in very practical language.
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Charlayna Rodriguez
5.0 out of 5 stars Like brand new.
Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2021
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The book I received was in excellent condition--like brand new.
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Katya Rose
5.0 out of 5 stars My favorite go to
Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2021
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I’ve read and reread this book for 30 years. It’s always inspiring and a thrill to read!
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slow but sure
5.0 out of 5 stars he is a contemporary saint of such magnificence that the earth may never see such a great and majestic being walk her land again
Reviewed in the United States on October 3, 2014
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I haven't read his book in a long time, and am grateful for his guidance once again at this point in my spiritual journey. In my opinion, he is a contemporary saint of such magnificence that the earth may never see such a great and majestic being walk her land again. His legacy will live on and on for those who are ready to let go of their attachment to suffering and sorrow forever.
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Ed
4.0 out of 5 stars Not a good book for those casually interested in spiritual autobiographies
Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2009
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I had read a few other books by Swami Muktananda and enjoyed them immensely. His writing style and the messages of Kashmir Shaivism are without question inspirational and touching. With a few good experiences with Swami Muktananda under my belt, I though that learning a bit more about his spiritual journey would also be a great benefit. I must say, I was a bit disappointed with what I found inside.

His spiritual journey flushes out many perennial phenomena of awakening which may be a bit tough to swallow for some readers, but he tells his story simply and without much fanfare. This aspect of the book I found to be truly inspirational. However, a great portion of the book is devoted to the veneration and worship of one's guru. At first, this seems to be no more than loving remembrance of his own Guru, Swami Nityananda, but after a while, one cannot help but realize that Nityananda is with us no more and that this relationship now takes the form of the reader worshiping Muktananda!

I want to clarify that my concern with this book is not with the actual faith. I understand that Shaktipat (receiving spiritual energy from the guru) plays a crucial roll. I guess what I'm trying to say is that unless you are a devotee of Swami Muktananda, the constant theme of guru worship gets a bit old and rather distracting after a while. I just wanted to bring this to the attention of potential buyers.

This autobiography is best understood from the inside and if you have trouble getting into the ideas of the inside, the book will tend to alienate at times. Nonetheless, it is still a great insight into the man and legend behind Swami Muktananda if you can see past these concerns of mine.
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Dr. Matt
5.0 out of 5 stars Play of Consciousness, Muktananda
Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2012
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The product was in great shape and arrived in a timely fashion, considering that I live on Kauai -- a rock in the middle of the Pacific. Play of Consciousness has a lot of first-hand information about Kundalini and the Blue Light or Blue Pearl, and while I was house-sitting a friend's house over the summer his tattered copy of it became so valuable to me that I ordered my own. I am deeply immersed in it already. Thanks!
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George P
5.0 out of 5 stars Educative
Reviewed in Canada on January 19, 2024
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Lessons for those taking the spiritual path. Highly recommended.
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Tartarin
5.0 out of 5 stars Rare témoignage d'un des disciples de Swami Nityananda de Ganeshpuri (Inde).
Reviewed in France on December 31, 2023
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Baba Muktananda a été un guru indien internationalement très important dans les années 70 et 80. Fondateur du Siddha Yoga, son témoignage édité en français "Le jeu de la conscience" est devenu introuvable depuis l'effondrement du Siddha Yoga lié au départ du mouvement de son dernier guru, Gurumayi Chidvilasananda pour retourner (semble-t-il, faute d'informations) à une vie civile. "Play of Consciousness" reste un témoignage unique et documenté sur la sadhana de swami Muktananda et de l'éveil consécutif à l'initiation de shaktipat. Incontournable.
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Omar
3.0 out of 5 stars In inglese. Meglio sarebbe in italiano
Reviewed in Italy on February 20, 2023
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Purtroppo scritto in ingl

Già, certi concetti sono profondi e richiedono una certa attenzione e analisi in italiano.

Spero che lo traducono.
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D.Gupta
5.0 out of 5 stars What a book🤩…
Reviewed in India on January 19, 2022
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This is an awesome book one can think of reading and learning how important the role of Guru is in one’s life.
What can be possible spiritual experiences one can have and what are their meaning.
What are possible spiritual challenges one can have…
Too practical..
Worth reading
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Jason100
5.0 out of 5 stars A fabulous read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 15, 2021
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A fascinating read about a very enlightened man
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