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One of the great saints of modern times, this renowned sage and humanitarian is the inspiration behind the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centers. Born in South India, he served many years as a medical doctor before renouncing worldly life and establishing the Sivananda Ashram in Rishikesh, North India. Founder of the Divine Life Society, this Self realized master was an embodiment of love, humility and compassion. Swami Sivananda's teachings continue to enrich the lives of millions worldwide through his more than 300 books.

Sent to the West in 1957 by his Guru Swami Sivananda, Swami Vishnu-devananda is recognized worldwide as a leading authority on Hatha and Raja Yoga. He founded the International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centers and was a tireless campaigner for world peace. Swami Vishnu-devananda is the author of the classics: "The Complete Illustrated Book of Yoga" and "Meditation and Mantras" and was the inspiration behind the beautiful Sivananda Companion to Yoga. He also wrote a commentary on the "Hatha Yoga Pradipika," "Sivananda Upanishads" and Karma and Disease. Swami Vishnu-devananda left his body on November 9, 1993.