Yogiraj Shailendra Sharma is a kriya yogi whose line of succession goes back to the great yogi Babaji Maharaj. Shailendra was born on July 10, 1957 in Bhopal, India in a family of a respected judge. Since childhood Shailendra adored reading and used to read any book he could find at home or borrow from his friends. In 1978 he graduated from college in Gwalior with a Master’s degree in Political Science. Then he passed all the exams necessary to join Indian Army, but at the last moment, to his relatives’ great surprise and indignation, Yogiraj decided to refuse military service. The fact is that at that very time several of his relatives suddenly died. These events influenced Yogiraj deeply.
Kriya Yoga, as taught by Yogiraj, is considered the most advanced, direct, and scientific method towards self-realization. It goes beyond the description of Khechari Mudra, which most treatises on yoga are limited to, and comprises 11 levels, each leading the practitioner deeper into their own consciousness. This journey of self-discovery starts with achieving Khechari and culminates in a state of complete union with the divine.
Yogiraj's discoveries regarding Mother Earth, the consciousness of Time and the Void, the mysteries of Samadhi, and the mechanics of karma have unlocked secrets that have long been shrouded in mystery. He has written commentaries on the Bhagvad Gita, Yoga Darshan, Shiv Sutras, and Gorakhbodh, which provide valuable insights into the realm of spirituality.
Yogiraj currently resides at the royal cremation grounds (Chhatris) of the Rajas of Bharatpur, a place of great spiritual significance and power. Here, he has found a natural Shiva Lingam and installed it on the cremation site of a late Raja, making this a sacred place of pilgrimage for spiritual seekers. He meets with disciples and visitors every afternoon, and in his leisure time, he can be found working out at the gym or indulging in his love for American comics.
Yogiraj Shailendra Sharma is a spiritual teacher who has made a lasting impact on the world through his teachings and discoveries. Kriya Yoga, as taught by him, is a direct path to selfrealization, and his commentaries on ancient scriptures provide valuable insights into the mysteries of creation. May his teachings continue to inspire and guide us towards a deeper understanding of ourselves and the universe.
