Kriya Yoga is a form of meditation with roots in ancient Indian teachings. Emphasizing the direct spiritual experience through personal practice, it focuses on techniques that accelerate spiritual development and produce a profound state of tranquility and God-communion. This yoga involves specific breathing techniques and movements designed to harmonize body, mind, and spirit. Central to Kriya Yoga is the belief that the practice awakens the latent energy (Kundalini) and aids in the subtle body’s energetic purification. It gained widespread recognition through Paramahansa Yogananda’s teachings in the 20th century. This method is often seen as a practical way to achieve a deep spiritual connection and self-realization.