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The Holy Science
Yukteswar Giri
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The Holy Science bridges Hindu and Christian wisdom, commissioned by the mystical Mahavatar Babaji himself. Did you know its revolutionary astronomical theories inspired a James Earl Jones-narrated documentary? Steve Jobs' spiritual mentor, Yogananda, introduced countless seekers to this consciousness-expanding masterpiece.

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Bridging Heaven and Earth: The Cosmic Symphony of Existence

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The Holy Science stands as a remarkable bridge between Eastern mysticism and Western thought, revealing a universe governed by precise mathematical cycles that shape human consciousness. Written by Sri Yukteswar at the request of the legendary Mahavatar Babaji, this slim yet profound text challenges our fundamental understanding of cosmic time. What if our entire conception of human history is based on a miscalculation? What if we're not in a dark age of spiritual decline but actually ascending toward greater enlightenment? This revolutionary premise forms the foundation of a work that has influenced spiritual seekers from George Harrison to Steve Jobs, who reportedly kept a copy during his explorations in India.

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The Cosmic Calendar: Our Place in Time's Grand Cycle

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The Divine Essence: God and Creation Unveiled

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The Path to Liberation: Freedom from Suffering's Root

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Practical Spirituality: The Science of Transformation

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The Seven Spheres: Mapping Consciousness Evolution

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The Power of Love: Ultimate Key to Spiritual Freedom

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