If we want to find God, it is important that we strive to look at everything differently from how we are accustomed to doing.
Clarity Magazine, Yoga Philosophy
Clarity Magazine, Yoga Philosophy
Glimpses of India: The Conquest of Good over Evil
Diwali symbolizes the conquest of good over evil, the ascendance of light in the midst of darkness and, on a deeper level, the return of the soul to its true kingdom in God from its “exile” in the land of the senses.
Clarity Magazine, Spiritual Growth, Yoga Philosophy
Paramhansa Yogananda’s Spiritual Pledge for Students
I shall strictly refuse to hear or read unkind discussions of others.
Clarity Magazine, Yoga Philosophy
Demand Not to be Enslaved by Ego or Passivity
Oh, my little, vain ego may strut proudly, saying: “Behold my glory! Worship me!” But I will look through its transparent form and behold Thine unimaginable beauty clothed in the subtle form of the whole universe!
Spiritual Community, Yoga Philosophy
Some Great Purpose
A friend of ours recently showed us a wonderful quote that we wanted to share with you: When you are inspired by some great purpose, some extraordinary project, all your thoughts break their bonds: Your consciousness expands in every direction, and you find yourself in a new, great, and wonderful world. Dormant forces, faculties, and talents become alive, and you … Read More
Clarity Magazine, Divine Love, Yoga Philosophy
Yoga Techniques vs Grace
Yoga techniques are a means of self-improvement, that we might make ourselves a more fit instrument to receive and express God’s love.
Clarity Magazine, Divine Love, Yoga Philosophy
May I Know that the Terrors of Delusion are Only Dreams
Suddenly I beheld myself in rags. Seated on the hard stones of poverty I wept, and my teardrops fell on the unheeding, unrelenting stones of my present circumstances.
Clarity Magazine, Yoga Philosophy
Karma and Reincarnation
The Essence of “Karma and Reincarnation.”
Clarity Magazine, Divine Love, Yoga Philosophy
Make Me See That I Am but an Actor in Thy Cosmic Motion Picture
I am aware that this turbulent dancing show is only a vast illusion. I am happy to have acted both tragic and comic parts. Still, Father, give me now and then a few days of respite from my task!
Clarity Magazine, Spiritual Growth, Yoga Philosophy
Following the Inner Star of God’s Presence
Dear Friend, We send you loving thoughts during this Christmas season. May you go deep in meditation and be filled with God’s joy. Paramhansa Yogananda told his disciples, “Christ is the joy felt in meditation. Christ is the perception realized in the deepest hours of silence.” Our Guru gave a wonderful explanation of the story of the three Wise Men … Read More
