In this Easter message, Swami Kriyananda shares many insights about the significance of Easter. Kriyananda says that he had happy memories of the holiday with his mother and family but it was not until he met Paramhansa Yogananda, his guru that he fully understood the role of Christ and the deeper meanings and symbols of Christianity. Kriyananda explains that the … Read More
In this uplifting talk, Swami Kriyananda urges us to listen carefully and attentively not only to God’s still voice but to feel his infinite presence as well in all we do. Essentially, we will be watching and listening for our own higher guidance as God is all there truly is. Kriyananda shares a few personal stories and speaks about the … Read More
In this informative talk, Swami Kiryananda speaks about various aspects of meditation practice including specific materials and practical applications that will be helpful for meditators to cultivate readiness and receptivity. Kriyananda points out that the asanas of Patanjali which are generally taken as the beginning point for the whole system of Hatha Yoga, are designed for us to be able … Read More
Does it matter what diet I follow? Do I have to be a vegetarian? Swami Kriyananda responds to this inquiry in a talk about the advantages of being a vegetarian. Kriyananda goes on to explain the subtle but impactful influences that what we eat has on our consciousness. He also makes some recommendations about beneficial and preferential dietary choices. Kriyananda … Read More
Swami Kriyananda wrote this song, “In the Spirit,” after visiting the island of Patmos, off the coast of Greece. On this island Saint John wrote the book of Revelations. This was the inspiration for this song. Many musicians attempted to play the introductory organ prelude but it wasn’t until 2003 in India a person named Dhananjaya played the introduction as … 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*. In his book … Read More
Listen to the voice of a direct disciple who was present when Paramhansa Yogananda left his body consciously after a talk at the Biltmore hotel for the Indian ambassador on March 7th 1952. Swami Kriyananda movingly shares the experience, accompanied by beautiful photos of Yogananda. ABOUT PARAMHANSA YOGANANDA Paramhansa Yogananda, born in 1893, was the first yoga master of India … Read More
Where does God’s grace end and your efforts begin? Swami Kriyananda shares some pertinent stories and answers this question, emphasizing the need for self-effort. We are essentially in partnership with God and need to have the courage, will, and energy to do our part and act accordingly. It does not serve us to criticize the work and dharma of others. … Read More
Season 2. These talks are based on the book: “The Essence of the Bhagavad Gita by Paramhansa Yogananda as remembered by his disciple, Swami Kriyananda.” Rarely in a lifetime does a new spiritual classic appear that has the power to change people’s lives and transform future generations. This is such a book. “The Essence of the Bhagavad Gita Explained by … Read More
The Masters are interested in politics and the welfare of the world and individuals, Swami Kriyananda affirms. He discusses the sixth chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, stressing that one thing we need to learn is how to gain equanimity toward all things and all people, whether they are our relatives, friends, patrons, or enemies. This is not an easy thing … Read More
