Ananda Village

Swamiji arrived at Ananda Village on April 25, to a delighted crowd of devotees. After a few days of rest, he gave an evening satstang at the Expanding Light, followed by an open house at the Crystal Hermitage, his home at the Village. Ananda residents and guests were treated to a 2-hour questions and answers session (click here for MP3 downloads), as well as the stunning view of the Hermitage gardens in full bloom.

Many times since his return Swamiji remarked on the beauty of the Village, and the light in the eyes of devotees there. Below are a few photos of Swamiji's brief stay at the Village, before his departure to the Ananda Colonies in Portland and Seattle.

Devotees gathered at the entrance to Ananda Village to welcome Swamiji home

Ananda Choir sings at the start of the Friday evening satsang

Satsang at the Expanding Light Temple

Swamiji takes questions from devotees at the Crystal Hermitage Open House

Even the "weightiest" spiritual questions are answered with joy!

Visit to Palo Alto
Audio and Video of Swamiji's talks during his visit to America
Swami Kriyananda's Schedule of Events