The Essence of Thanksgiving – love God in the same spirit in which He gives to us. What we can be most thankful for is the opportunity to serve God. Swami Kriyananda reminds us not to measure our spiritual lives by the gifts God gives us, but by what we are willing to give to God. The capacity for being … Read More
In Gratitude How wonderful it is to love God! This is the essence and the spirit of Thanksgiving. We can show that spirit, especially toward God, and say ‘I give everything to You. I want nothing in return. Everything that you give me, I take as a symbol and nothing but a symbol of our Your love.’ Then, we will … Read More
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A Way to Awakening TV series recorded in India. Swami Kriyananda reads from Conversations with Yogananda. The book provides us with insights into the compassion and engagement of Paramhansa Yogananda who demonstrated and expressed a profound and selfless concern for others. Kriyananda shares perspectives on global historical shifts including the ascending and descending ages. He speaks further about the teachings … Read More
Recorded June 8, 2003 at Ananda Village. Swami Kriyananda shares many insights about the spiritual path and journey. Paramhansa Yogananda says that everyone knowingly or not is on the spiritual path and we all have a common destination. That destination ultimately leads everyone to God. It is a journey of inner realization, with everyone playing a part in the grand … Read More
The book Conversations with Yogananda is commented on by Swami Kriyananda in this TV series recorded in India. In this episode Swami Kriyananda recounts many experiences and lessons acquired from his discipleship and life with his guru Paramhansa Yogananda. Kriyananda also shares personal stories about the challenges and difficulties he faced in establishing spiritual communities in America and India where … Read More
Recorded in 2003 at Ananda Village. In this talk, Swami Kriyananda recommends a shift from problem-oriented thinking to solution-oriented thinking. He encourages us to solve our challenges with solutions in mind. Kriyananda draws from spiritual teachings and personal experiences and urges acting from a position of authenticity to interrupt habitual patterns, preferences, and aversions. He advocates endeavoring to transcend the … Read More
Swami Kriyananda reads and comments on his book “Conversations with Yogananda.” TV series “A Way to Awakening” recorded in India. ABOUT SWAMI KRIYANANDA In 1948 at the age of twenty-two, Swami Kriyananda (J. Donald Walters) became a disciple of the Indian yoga master, Paramhansa Yogananda. Yogananda is best known for his spiritual classic, Autobiography of a Yogi. Yogananda moved to … Read More
ABOUT SWAMI KRIYANANDA In 1948 at the age of twenty-two, Swami Kriyananda (J. Donald Walters) became a disciple of the Indian yoga master, Paramhansa Yogananda. Yogananda is best known for his spiritual classic, Autobiography of a Yogi. Yogananda moved to America and developed the energization exercises and taught the meditation techniques of Hatha Yoga and especially Kriya Yoga. At Yogananda’s … Read More
In this inspiring and heartfelt talk, Swami Kriyananda draws upon the wisdom of Paramhansa Yogananda and the path of Self-realization to share a wealth of spiritual insights and personal anecdotes. He discusses the relativities of cultural knowledge and values against the backdrop of scientific advancement, social dogmas, and the deepening of human understanding. Kriyananda addresses the current confusion and concerns … Read More
