- Spiritual attainments: Claims of materialization, healing, and mind-reading abilities are anecdotal and lack concrete evidence.
- Emphasis on devotion and humility: While consistent with his teachings, these aspects of his personality are interpretive and based on disciple accounts.
- Title “Yogiraj”: The origin and context of this title are unclear and require further research.
- Global influence: The text’s assertion that Lahiri Mahasaya’s teachings inspired millions worldwide through Yogananda’s writings is subjective and difficult to quantify.
- Spiritual awakening and Kriya Yoga: Lahiri Mahasaya’s encounter with Mahavatar Babaji in 1861 and initiation into Kriya Yoga are central to his biography and widely reported