We start with the Verse 3 of the Samadhi Pada “Then, spiritually free, the sage abides tranquilly in his inner self”
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What Is Spiritual Pride?
Nayaswami Mukti
Question from SS: Why is it that even if some people who do a lot of austerities like meditation, mantra chanting, pilgrimages, scripture study don’t change much, and still lack self awareness, and remain selfish and self centered? Austerities are done to purify the mind to draw closer to God, how come their minds are not getting purified? and don’t austerities help to … Read More
Fear of War
Nayaswami Hriman
Question from Marcel: I know I should be able to let go more. I try to develop equanimity, but feel like the harder I try, the more comes and attacks me from the outside. I am a father, have a wife and children. The youngest is seven years old. I’m doing everything possible to protect them. The political situation about ukrain made me … Read More
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Flower Essences for Families and Children
Lila Devi sharing the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda. Find out more about these flower essences at: India: https://yoganandafloweressences.com/ Worldwide: https://spirit-in-nature.com/
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Original Lessons of Paramhansa Yogananda. Does God participate in human history?
Today we read a poem by Yogananda describing “Cosmic Consciousness” but not at all in the manner of his other more famous poem: Samadhi. Here he seeks those invisible thoughts and consciousness that, as it were hide in the darkness, but which are the real builders of this world and all human grandeur! I ask the question: Does God participate … Read More
What Will Happen If I Meditate on My Guru?
Tyagi Jayadev
Question from Vivek Sharma: I would like to know, if I meditate on the form of my guru, what process will take place? What will happen in my dhyana (meditation)?
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Your Spiritual Questions Answered
Q1. In his book, ‘Visit to Saints of India’, Swamiji says that that visiting and spending time with saints is a transforming experience, it uplifts the heart and gives hope to stay steady on the spiritual path. Have you met any real saints? Please do share your experiences with us. Q2. How did you both get the conviction on your … Read More
If the Soul Is Perfection Is Already Achieved, Then What Are We Supposed to Strive For?
Tyagi Jayadev
Question from Vivek Sharma: In the Bhagawat Purana Lord Krishna says that the soul is forever evident, already achieved. We do not need to achieve it. Then what needs to be done, and how ?
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The Essence of the Spiritual Path
Jitendra Guindon shares this deep inspiration during his Sunday service at Ananda Village, February 13th 2022. You can find the complete talk here. Transcription When reflecting on this topic of a time that I was with Swami Kriyananda and I was asking Swamiji many questions, and perhaps too many questions: And at the very end, I felt very guided to … Read More
I Feel Responsible for My Parents’ Deaths
Nayaswami Mukti
Question from Priya V: My both parents expired due to covid. As a daughter, had admitted them in good hospital, but in spite of best medication, lost both of them in a month’s time. I feel guilty and stressed that I was the reason for their infection & death, since I had brought them to my home, not being aware that my Mom in … Read More
