Question from Akshaya: Do flings and casual sex over a long period of time have a negative effect on the moral character of a man? Someone told me that generally men who have had a number of flings over a period of time are normally extremely short-tempered, violent, and even cunning, selfish dishonest. How true is it? Has Master said anything on the…
Question from Rush: As chelas, I know we are to be in constant attunement with & obedience to the Guru, so he can mold us God-ward. Yet I also read from Yogananda, “There is no law of God preventing you from being what you want to be and accomplishing what you want to accomplish.” It seems confusing; when I am in obedience-mode, then…
Question from lijo joseph: My father was diagnosed with a rare type of cancer and died on June 2, 2013, within two months after diagnosis. I prayed to Sri Yogananda, Sri Yukteswarji, Lahiri Mahashaya and Jesus for healing and long life of him, but obody helped me, why so? Can you help me to find out why my father gone this fast? And why…
Question from Nandini: One night, a couple of months ago, as I readied myself to sleep, I felt a strange tingling sensation moving all through my body. It was certainly not cramps. But a joyful sensation that continued for a couple of minutes. I sense that it does not have only a physical explanation. Please shed some light on what it could mean.
Question from Alexandra: What English version of the Bible do you consider to be closest to the original? Is there a printed version available that includes those parts that were later excised? I wonder why Yogananda used the King James version when he referenced the Bible, even though this version is noted for the liberties it took — liberties that favored poetic appeal…
Question from Joann_mcdemott@yahoo.com: Regarding the yugas, is it not a personal and consequently a cultural choice as to what era one is living in? Karmically as well as physically and spiritually? Should not we all make a grander assumption for ourselves and just live in our own present time—not project antiquated notions on our societies and other persons? There are so many illumined…
Question from Rohit: All religions say that we should choose our lovers wisely. But many people can hide their faults and pretend. What if we have already fallen in love with someone with ungodly qualities and much later discovers their vices. At times it is tough to forget someone after we have already fallen in love. Emotions can’t be thrown out overnight and…
Question from A.: I read that God’s love is the only completely fulfilling love, and that all human love pales in comparison. However, shared human experience, human speech, and human touch have such powerful, visceral allures that I become bemused as to how God’s love could really supply all one’s felt needs in these areas. Do these yearnings become wholly transmuted with increased…
Question from Ivan: I am Catholic, and I am very active in my parish church. I really like teachings of Yogananda. So, my question is: Can one remain active Catholic when one enters in Ananda Sangha? Does it change or limit his relation with the church? Thank you!
Question from Joya Kshama: Please share a personal experience of mindfulness in meditation and how it has helped the community at large. It would greatly motivate me in my practice. Thank you, Joya
