Why God Permits Evil and How to Rise Above It

Philosophers and religious scholars the world over have sought to answer the question of why a loving God permits evil. In these pages, Paramahansa Yogananda provides strength and solace for times of adversity by explaining the mysteries of God’s lila, or divine drama. Readers will come to understand the reason for the dualistic nature of creation — God’s interplay of good and evil — and receive guidance on how to rise above the most challenging circumstances.