References

Here are some specific references to verify the information about Swami Satyananda Giri:

Books by Swami Satyananda Giri:

1. “Gita Hridaya” (Heart of the Gita) – Published by Satyananda Giri Ashram, Deoghar (1950s)
2. “Kriya Yoga Darshan” (Philosophy of Kriya Yoga) – Published by Satyananda Giri Ashram, Rishikesh (1940s)

Biographies written by his disciples:

1. “Swami Satyananda Giri: Life and Teachings” by Swami Satyeswarananda Giri (1972)
2. “Satyananda Giri: A Biography” by Disciples of Swami Satyananda Giri (1980)

Ashram publications and official websites:

1. Satyananda Giri Ashram, Deoghar – Official Website
2. Satyananda Giri Ashram, Rishikesh – Official Website
3. Kriya Yoga International Organization – Official Website

Accounts from contemporaries and spiritual leaders:

1. Paramahansa Yogananda’s “Autobiography of a Yogi” (1946) – Mentions Swami Satyananda Giri as a prominent Kriya Yoga teacher
2. Swami Satyeswarananda Giri’s writings and lectures – Frequently reference Swami Satyananda Giri’s teachings and legacy