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The Self-realization Fellowship is Yogananda's offering to humanity in the hope that we may all know ourselves as clearly and deeply as he did. He felt that when we understand the true nature of our existence, we will no longer make war among ourselves, but will live in the peace that was intended for us. Self-knowledge, in this respect, comes from understanding the scientific fact that there is no such thing as material stuff, and that everything is made up of energy and light. All of the limitations that we perceive are merely illusions, including that of the physical body. Once we are able to take control of the energy that makes up our selves and our lives, we will be aware of our true nature, which is God-like and ultimately, just as powerful. Kriya Yoga allows us to take control over our bodies and ultimately, our awareness. With years of practice, Kriya Yoga can help us consciously make the connection to what we are instead of living in the dream state that we are currently in. Beginning as a personal effort but ultimately affecting the mass of humanity, we will come to know ourselves as pure love.