The book "Autobiography of a Yogi" by Paramahamsa Yogananda, is regarded as a "classic" in some spiritual circles, and is sometimes cited as a reference in raw food circles, because it contains descriptions of breatharians that *some* people believe have at least some credibility. One obvious criticism of the book is that it is an autobiography. "Masters" or "enlightened souls" as Yogananda's followers claim him to be, are supposed to be ego-less, and yet writing an autobiography is seen by many as the conscious act of a very large ego. The URL below takes one to an interesting article wherein an individual claims to be the illegitimate son of Yogananda. If the allegations in the article are proven, it would damage the credibility of Yogananda as a "master" who taught celibacy for his disciples. And that would also raise serious questions about his book and its depiction of breatharians. I encourage interested folks to read the article below and form your own opinions on the issue. http://www.newtimesla.com/issues/2001-07-05/feature.html/page1.html PS permission is granted to repost this on other lists or bulletin boards where it might be appropriate. Tom Billings