Swami Vivekananda was a towering figure whose teachings on spirituality continue to resonate globally. In this book, Meditation and Its Methods, he unveils the Yoga meditation tradition, presenting it as a spiritual discipline and a science of mind. Readers will learn how to meditate, exploring various meditation techniques and the stages of meditation including Dharana, Dhyana, and Samadhi. Vivekananda emphasizes the immense power of meditation to achieve mind control meditation, leading to inner peace meditation and overcoming the incessant activity of the mind. A central theme is the Vedanta meditation approach and Vedanta philosophy, guiding seekers towards realization through meditation and ultimately spiritual liberation meditation, known as Mukti or freedom. He highlights the crucial benefits of meditation, such as spiritual growth meditation, attaining peace through meditation, and developing fearlessness meditation. The book details the practice of meditation, stressing the importance of patience perseverance and the right environment for meditation. Key aspects of the path include detachment meditation, concentration meditation (specifically mental concentration), control of senses, and regulating the subconscious mind control. Vivekananda also discusses the significance of purity through meditation and the concept of chastity spiritual power, leading to the accumulation of Ojas power. He explores the path through Religion and meditation, incorporating Devotion Bhakti Yoga, Knowledge Jnana Yoga, and Action Karma Yoga. Through practical hints, the book teaches how to achieve an ideal life, recognizing the Living God within and developing the Witness consciousness, transforming energy, and seeing beyond the Maya illusion. While acknowledging the role of a Guru spiritual teacher, the emphasis remains on self-effort and unlocking the infinite knowledge and power inherent in the self. The ultimate goal is the realization of one's true, divine nature.