It began with young idealistic hippies living in teepees in the forest and spending their days meditating and practicing yoga principles. Today, it’s a thriving community of about 200 with a school, two spiritual retreats, several businesses and a stunning new Temple of Light dedicated to the Indian spiritual teacher Paramhansa Yogananda and the world’s religions. Against all odds, Ananda … Read More
Behind the Scenes at The Temple of Light
Enjoy these behind the scenes interviews with the Temple of Light crew and vendors. Temple Crew Video
The Spirit of Service
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4tSIKe0zhGY] A message from Nakula Cryer, construction manager for the Temple of Light at Ananda Village: It was 1977. The year before, a forest fire had swept through the first Ananda community and burned virtually all the houses, including my own humble yurt. I was building a new home. An octagonal log dome, built from trees killed by the … Read More
Building Permit Success!
Moments ago, the building permit for the Temple of Light at Ananda Village was approved! This has been a long journey and we are grateful to Divine Mother, our Masters, and the devoted Ananda family around the world who have been praying for this moment! Jai Guru!
Altars for Light
Paramhansa Yogananda came to the west in 1920 to show that the real purpose of religion is to inspire an inner realization. As we approached the 100th anniversary of his arrival in America, his message of Self-realization is needed now more than ever. In inner communion, we begin to know on the deepest levels our being that we are a … Read More
$1 Million Surprise for the Temple of Light
On June 29, 2017, a gift of $1 million was given by three dedicated devotees, one of whom is serving a life sentence in prison for a crime he did not commit, to help build the Temple of Light at Ananda Village. We had no idea it was coming. Watch the touching moment when Michael and Katherine Olivier, two of … Read More
Global Town Hall on the Temple of Light at Ananda Village
Watch the complete footage of the June 29, 2017 Global Town Hall event, hosted by Nayaswamis Jyotish and Devi. This evening was filled with joyful news and inspiration in every possible way. June 29, 2017 Global Town Hall Complete Footage Watch highlights from the evening.
The Mastermind of the Master Plan
Relive the moment that Atman Goering, Ananda Village Manager, announces to the world that the Master Plan for Ananda Village has been approved by the Nevada County Board of Supervisors after many, many years of effort. Hear also about the next steps in construction for the Temple of Light at Ananda Village. NEXT: Learn how you can help raise the … Read More
The Temple of Light Inspiration and Design
Nayaswami Jyotish takes us on a journey through the Temple of Light, sharing news and inspiration about its latest design refinements and the deeper lesson behind the $1 million gift from Jairam, Katherine and Michael. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yKwrKnrdTkU&w=560&h=430] NEXT: Watch Atman share news about construction and much, much more.
A Symbol of Global Unity
Nayaswami Devi, Spiritual Director of Ananda Worldwide along with her husband Nayaswami Jyotish, shares the higher purpose of the Temple of Light at Ananda Village and how it serves to expand the mission of Paramhansa Yogananda in the world. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFs_VppO208?list=PLMw2DN2tal_hWhi0tAhcVIYJgImO9lDNB&w=640&h=475] NEXT: Watch Nayaswami Jyotish share inspiration and design news for the Temple of Light.
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