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 he recalls his experiences growing up in India and his life in America. He writes of meeting the great spiritual master Babaji, and … Read More
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Inspiring talks and classes from Swami Kriyananda, a direct disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda.
This is a collection of all the other talk series from Swami Kriyananda.
“Land of Milk and Honey” Introduction by Swami Kriyananda – Christ Lives – An Illustrated Oratorio
An illustrated oratorio, Christ Lives is a contemporary Oratorio that vividly brings to life the deep meaning of Christ’s life. The photography and music by Swami Kriyananda, is sung by the Ananda World Brotherhood Choir. Composed after Swami Kriyananda visited the Holy Land in 1983, Christ Lives brilliantly captures the profoundly inspiring and uplifting experience of Christ’s presence there. In … Read More
Expand Our Bliss – This Will Lessen the Suffering In this World (with Swami Kriyananda)
Home 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 … Read More
Yogananda’s “Autobiography of a Yogi”: Babaji, the Yogi-Christ of Modern India (Chapter 33)
(Download MP3)Read by his direct disciple Swami Kriyananda. Original first edition. In honor of the 75th anniversary of this spiritual treasure we continue our offering of a special audio recording of several selected chapters. In this 33rd chapter, Yogananda describes the life and mission of the great Mahavatar Babaji. Join us Wednesday, December 1st, 2021 for an evening of inspiration to … Read More
Yogananda’s “Autobiography of a Yogi”: Years in My Master’s Hermitage (Chapter 12)
(Download MP3)Read by his direct disciple Swami Kriyananda. Original first edition. In honor of the 75th anniversary of this spiritual treasure, we offer you a special audio recording of a few chapters. On December 1st, 2021, an evening of inspiration celebrated the 75th anniversary of this spiritual classic! Nayaswami Jyotish and Nayaswami Devi, spiritual directors of Ananda Worldwide, were keynote speakers … Read More
The Right Attitude Is to Believe You Are God’s Child (with Swami Kriyananda)
Home 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 … Read More
Paramhansa Yogananda’s “Autobiography of a Yogi” — Chapter 1
(Download MP3)Read by his direct disciple Swami Kriyananda. Original first edition. In honor of the 75th anniversary of this spiritual treasure we are offering you a special audio recording of the first chapter. Join us on December 1st 2021 for an evening of inspiration to celebrate the 75th anniversary of this spiritual classic! Nayaswami Jyotish and Nayaswami Devi, spiritual directors of … Read More
Pray to God to Help Deepen Your Love for Him
Home 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 … Read More
Only Intuition Will Give Us Our True Course of Action (with Swami Kriyananda)
Season 2. These talks are based on the book: The Essence of the Bhagavad Gita Explained 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 … Read More
Questions and Answers with Swami Kriyananda – Ananda Portland – April 18, 2001
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. At Yogananda’s request, Swami Kriyananda devoted his life to lecturing and writing, helping others to experience the living presence of God within. He taught on four continents in seven languages over the course of 65 … Read More
If You Need Something – Experiment with Prayer and Give God a Chance to Help You, with Swami Kriyananda
Home Season 2. These talks are based on the book: The Bhagavad Gita: According to Paramhansa Yogananda, Edited by his disciple Swami Kriyananda. This revelation of India’s best-loved scripture approaches it from an entirely fresh perspective, showing its deep allegorical meaning and also its down-to-earth practicality. This book is itself a triumph. Swami Kriyananda worked with Paramhansa Yogananda in 1950 … Read More
Developing Yogananda’s Work in India (with Swami Kriyananda)
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. At Yogananda’s request, Swami Kriyananda devoted his life to lecturing and writing, helping others to … Read More
There Are No Obstacles, Only Opportunities (Inspiration From the Bhagavad Gita, with Swami Kriyananda)
Home 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 … Read More
Dogmatism vs Common Sense (with Swami Kriyananda)
Home 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. At Yogananda’s request, Swami Kriyananda devoted his life to lecturing and writing, helping others to experience the living presence of God within. He taught on four continents in seven languages over the course of … Read More
When Your Live in God, God Lives In You (with Swami Kriyananda)
(Download MP3)Home 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. At Yogananda’s request, Swami Kriyananda devoted his life to lecturing and writing, helping others … Read More
Our Free Will Ultimately Only Gives Us Two Choices – To Seek God or Reject Him (with Swami Kriyananda)
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
Intuition Is the Soul’s Power of Knowing God
In 1948 at the age of twenty-two, Swami Kriyananda (J. Donald Walters) became a disciple of the Indian yoga master, Paramhansa Yogananda. At Yogananda’s request, Swami Kriyananda devoted his life to lecturing and writing, helping others to experience the living presence of God within. He taught on four continents in seven languages over the course of 65 years. His talks, … Read More
It Is Important to Do Our Very Best for God
Season 2. These talks are based on the book The Essence of the Bhagavad Gita Explained 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 … Read More
Door of My Heart, with Chanting Advice (Swami Kriyananda Chants Paramhansa Yogananda)
By Paramhansa Yogananda from “Cosmic Chants”, chanted by Swami Kriyananda. Excerpt from “A Course in Meditation” Lyrics: Door of my heart, open wide I keep for Thee. Wilt Thou come, wilt Thou come? just for once come to me? Will my days fly away without seeing Thee, my Lord? Night and day, night and day, I look for Thee night … Read More
Polestar of My Life (Swami Kriyananda Chants Paramhansa Yogananda)
By Paramhansa Yogananda from “Cosmic Chants”, chanted by Swami Kriyananda. Excerpt from “A Course in Meditation” Lyrics: I have made Thee polestar of my life. I have made Thee polestar of my life. Though my sea is dark and my stars are gone, Though my sea is dark and my stars are gone, Still I see the path through Thy … Read More
Lord I Am Thine (Chanted By Swami Kriyananda)
By Swami Kriyananda. Excerpt from “A Course in Meditation” Lyrics: Lord, I am Thine, I am Thine, I am Thine. Lord, I am Thine, I am Thine! Lord, I am Thine, I am Thine, I am Thine. Lord, I am Thine, I am Thine! Be Thou mine, oh, be Thou mine, Be Thou mine, oh, be Thou mine. I am … Read More
In the Temple of Silence (Swami Kriyananda Chants Paramhansa Yogananda)
By Paramhansa Yogananda from “Cosmic Chants”, chanted by Swami Kriyananda. Excerpt from “A Course in Meditation” Lyrics: 1.In the temple of silence, in the temple of peace, In the temple of silence, in the temple of peace, I will meet Thee, I will touch thee, I will love Thee, And coax Thee to my altar of peace; And coax Thee … Read More
I Awake in Thy Light (Chanted By Swami Kriyananda)
By Swami Kriyananda. Excerpt from “A Course in Meditation” Lyrics: I awake in Thy Light! I awake in Thy Light! I am joyful, I am free, I awake in Thy Light! I awake in Thy Love!I awake in Thy Love! I am joyful, I am free, I awake in in Thy Love! I awake in Thy Joy! I awake in … Read More
Door of My Heart (Swami Kriyananda Chants Paramhansa Yogananda)
By Paramhansa Yogananda from “Cosmic Chants”, chanted by Swami Kriyananda. Excerpt from “A Course in Meditation“. Lyrics: Door of my heart, open wide I keep for Thee. Wilt Thou come, wilt Thou come? just for once come to me? Will my days fly away without seeing Thee, my Lord? Night and day, night and day, I look for Thee night … Read More
Energy Is the Basis of the New Yuga (with Swami Kriyananda)
Home 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 … Read More
Love Is a Magician (By Swami Kriyananda)
Lyrics: Love is all I know: Sunrays on the snow Of a winter long In darkness, without song. Oh, my heart’s afire, Burning all desire: Only You remain, And life again! Too long I did stray, Flung lifetimes away— Imagined You did not care! I know now Your smile Was mine all the while: I listened, and Love was there. … Read More
My Life with Paramhansa Yogananda (by Swami Kriyananda)
Swami Kriyananda launched “The New Path: My Life with Paramhansa Yogananda” at the Ford Amphitheatre in Hollywood. Recorded September 26th, 2009 in Los Angeles. Now in full HD. 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. At Yogananda’s request, Swami Kriyananda devoted his … Read More
Swami Kriyananda — Selected Images from His Life
Swami Kriyananda (James Donald Walters) was born on May 19, 1926, in Romania, to American parents. He was the oldest of three boys and his father worked in the oil industry. Even as a child, Kriyananda demonstrated calmness and strength of mind. He went to private schools in Switzerland, England, and America. As a college student, he dedicated himself to … Read More
Questions and Answers with Swami Kriyananda
Q&A session with Swami Kriyananda in Kolkata 2013. Swami Kriyananda was a disciple of the great Indian Master Paramhansa Yogananda. Kriyananda lived with Yogananda for the last three and a half years of Yogananda’s life and he dedicated his life to spread his Guru’s teachings.
Samadhi (Poem by Paramhansa Yogananda)
Enjoy a new visual interpretation of Yogananda’s famous poem “Samadhi”, read by his direct disciple Swami Kriyananda. (best viewed in full screen mode) Vanished the veils of light and shade, Lifted every vapor of sorrow, Sailed away all dawns of fleeting joy, Gone the dim sensory mirage. Love, hate, health, disease, life, death, Perished these false shadows on the screen … Read More
Death, the Final Exam with Swami Kriyananda – Inspiration From the Bhagavad Gita
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
Towards Infinity
Selected excerpts of Swami Kriyananda’s talks, dedicated to his Moksha Day, April 21st 2013. 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. At Yogananda’s request, Swami Kriyananda devoted his life to lecturing and writing, helping others to experience the living presence of God … Read More
Paramhansa Yogananda: His Legacy and Mission to the World
We are re-uploading some of Swamiji’s talks in India now in HD. This was Swamiji’s last public talk in India before he left the body. In Kolkata, in February 2013, he talks about his guru, Paramhansa Yogananda.
The Importance of Right Attitude In Hard Times
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. At Yogananda’s request, Swami Kriyananda devoted his life to lecturing and writing, helping others to experience the living presence of God within. He taught on four continents in seven languages over the course of 65 … Read More
Peace
A beautiful song composed and sung by Swami Kriyananda. Lyrics Peace gave us the mountains. Peace gave us the sky. Nightly, when starlight enfolds us, Peace is its lullaby. Amen. Amen. Peace gave us the morning. Peace gave us the sun. Bird songs that call us to welcome Day, and fresh labors begun. Amen. Amen. Peace gave us the seasons. … Read More
The Greatest Cure For Every Delusion is Love, Selfless Love
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
Yogananda’s Mahasamadhi
Watch these moving images while Swami Kriyananda, a direct disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda, describes the passing of the great Master, which he witnessed in 1952.
What Is True Wisdom? with Swami Kriyananda – Inspiration From the Bhagavad Gita
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 Joyful Journey of Finding God with Swami Kriyananda
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. At Yogananda’s request, Swami Kriyananda devoted his life to lecturing and writing, helping others to … Read More
Concentration Techniques – A Course In Meditation Part 5
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. At Yogananda’s request, Swami Kriyananda devoted his life to lecturing and writing, helping others to experience the living presence of God within. He taught on four continents in seven languages over the course of 65 … Read More
Swami Kriyananda — A Biography
In 1948 at the age of twenty-two, Swami Kriyananda (J. Donald Walters) became a disciple of the Indian yoga master, Paramhansa Yogananda. At Yogananda’s request, Swami Kriyananda devoted his life to lecturing and writing, helping others to experience the living presence of God within. He taught on four continents in seven languages over the course of 65 years. His talks, … Read More
Swami Kriyananda’s 72nd Discipleship Anniversary Celebration
With Nayaswami Jyotish and Nayaswami Devi at Ananda Village
Swamiji: Swami Kriyananda’s Last Years — Lessons Learned by His Nurse
Paramhansa Yogananda once said to a group of disciples: “You must not let the symphony of your life go unfinished.” This phrase perfectly describes the last years of Swami Kriyananda’s life, which were a crescendo of divine love and untiring service to humanity. Who was Swami Kriyananda? What was it like to know this close and direct disciple of the … Read More
Celebration of Swami Kriyananda’s Birthday 2020
Watch this beautiful event at Ananda Village with Nayaswami Jyotish and Nayaswami Devi, musicians Bhagavati and Ramesha and even a rainbow. Recorded on Swami Kriyananda’s birthday May 19th, 2020 in the Temple of Light.
Swami Kriyananda’s Birthday — Message by Nayaswami Jyotish and Nayaswami Devi
Recorded in May 2020.
Swami Kriyananda – Selected Images
Watch this beautiful slideshow of pictures from the life of Swami Kriyananda. http://www.SwamiKriyananda.org
“The Story Behind the Writing of the Essence of the Bhagavad Gita” – Swami Kriyananda
Season 2; Episode 18. 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 … Read More
Swami Kriyananda Shares Two Jokes
During a talk launching the Revelations of Christ book, Los Angeles, July 21, 2007. Check out our online course based on Revelations of Christ and Paramhansa Yogananda’s Bible commentaries:
Stories of Swami Kriyananda
Swami Kriyananda was a direct disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda. Nayaswami Devarshi shares some of his experiences of what was it like to be a with and around him.
The Importance of Satsang
(Download MP3)Sunday Service with Swami Kriyananda – Song of the Morning Ranch – 1992
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