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American Yoga Revival 'Yogoda' Paper Pamphlet by Swami Yogananda, Eighth Edition (1926)

By: Swami Yogananda (Paramahansa Yogananda); associate Swami Dhirananda; published by Yogoda and Sat‑Sanga

Style: Early 20th-Century Spiritualist/Yoga Movement Ephemera

Origin: United States (Los Angeles; by Indian guru Swami Yogananda)

Materials: Printed paper, softcover pamphlet (card cover, black ink)

Age: Circa 1926 (Eighth Edition)

Condition: Very Good (clean cover with light corner/edge wear; not professionally graded)

Value: USD $80–200 at auction (unsigned, single pamphlet; higher if complete and very clean)

Maker's Marks / Writing: Front cover printed text: “YOGODA … A System for Physical, Mental and Spiritual Perfection … The Highest Technique of Concentration and Meditation … Spiritualization of the Body … Originated and Taught by SWAMI YOGANANDA, A. B. OF INDIA Swami Dhirananda, M. A., Associate … Eighth Edition … Published by YOGODA AND SAT‑SANGA LOS ANGELES 1926.” Lotus emblem printed above “Eighth Edition.” No handwritten inscriptions visible.

Date: 2025-08-23 19:20:28.605383

Description:

Small softcover pamphlet titled “YOGODA,” an early yoga/meditation instruction booklet associated with Swami Yogananda’s Yogoda and Sat‑Sanga movement in Los Angeles. Mustard‑yellow card cover with black rule border, centered titling, lotus emblem, and imprint. Text on the cover credits Swami Yogananda, A.B., with Swami Dhirananda, M.A., as associate; marked “Eighth Edition” and dated 1926. Early 20th‑century spiritualist/yoga movement ephemera.

Curator Questions

Curated by Jade

Assessment:

An authentic-looking 1926 Los Angeles Yogoda pamphlet associated with Swami Yogananda’s early American teachings. These ephemeral pieces are collected by yoga historians and Self‑Realization Fellowship enthusiasts. Condition appears very good with light corner/edge wear and no obvious tears. Desirability increases with completeness, interior condition, and any authorial signature. A word about fakes.. early yoga/spiritualist booklets are sometimes later facsimiles or POD reprints; confirm period paper toning, possible staple rust, and matching typography/colophon to 1920s examples before selling.

Individual Images:

whole item

Provenance:

Not provided.

Condition:

Very Good (clean cover with light corner/edge wear; not professionally graded)

Identification Score: 95%

The front cover clearly states title, author, publisher, edition, location, and year; typography and layout match known Yogoda pamphlets from the 1920s.

Authenticity Score: 65%

Only the front cover is shown; while the imprint and date look appropriate, modern facsimiles exist. Verification of interior pagination, paper aging, and staple/printing characteristics is needed to confirm a 1926 issue.

Image Memory Note

Object: small softcover pamphlet with mustard/yellow card cover and black printed text. A thin black rectangular rule frames the text. Centered top title in bold capitals: “YOGODA”. Below, smaller capitals: “OR”. Then multiple centered lines: “A System for / Physical, Mental and Spiritual Perfection / The Highest Technique of Concentration / and Meditation / Spiritualization of the Body”. Next block: “Originated and Taught by / SWAMI YOGANANDA, A. B. / OF INDIA / Swami Dhirananda, M. A., Associate”. A small lotus‑type emblem (petaled flower with inner eye/seed motif) is centered below. Text beneath emblem: “Eighth Edition”. Imprint at bottom center: “Published by / YOGODA AND SAT‑SANGA / LOS ANGELES / 1926”. No visible spine; staples not visible from this image. Condition: very slight corner rounding at lower left and right; minor tiny specks/possible foxing near lower right margin; cover appears clean without tears or major creases; slight surface sheen typical of card stock. Background shows other books and a textured fabric. No signatures, owner marks, or price noted.

Keywords

Yogoda, Swami Yogananda, Paramahansa Yogananda, Swami Dhirananda, 1926 pamphlet, yoga, meditation, spiritualist ephemera, Los Angeles, United States

Report ID:  : fswddj

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