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Hriman is the co-spiritual director, with his wife Padma, of Ananda in Washington State. Hriman moved to Ananda Village in California in 1977, where he served as financial director for the worldwide Ananda work. He later managed the Expanding Light guest retreat at Ananda Village. In 1993, Swami Kriyananda asked Hriman and Padma to serve as directors of Ananda in Seattle. Hriman’s early studies in Catholic theology give him a profound respect for the shared truths of all religions, and the practical benefits of Raja Yoga. Audiences at his Sunday services and classes appreciate his gentle humor and practical insights for living, drawn from the ancient yoga teachings. Hriman is an ordained Lightbearer and Kriyacharya of Ananda Church of Self-Realization.

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Dear S, You have posed a metaphysical conundrum whose essence is inextricably linked to the play of duality in the world of manifestation! On the one hand, Krishna says he plays all the parts; on the other hand, he speaks

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Dear Friend, The law of magnetism governs this world, both our inner world of feelings and the outer world of matter! Be not surprised, therefore, that you encounter, indeed, are drawn to encounter, someone to whom you feel attracted. Is

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