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 he recalls his experiences growing up in India and his life in America. He writes of meeting the great spiritual … Read More
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Inspiring talks and classes by Swami Kriyananda, a direct disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda.
This is a collection of all the other talk series from Swami Kriyananda.
Are Wars Inevitable? (With Swami Kriyananda)
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 he recalls his experiences growing up in India and his life in America. He writes of meeting the great spiritual … Read More
The Joy in Forgetting Ourselves (With Swami Kriyananda)
Recorded at Ananda Village May 18, 2002. 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 he recalls his experiences growing up in India and his life in America. … Read More
Is the Concept of Soul Mates True?
With Swami Kriyananda at Ananda Village, recorded May 2002
God Is the True Healer with Swami Kriyananda
(Download MP3)Swami Kriyananda reads and comments on his book Conversations with Yogananda for the 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 … Read More
Hope for a Better World
Swami Kriyananda, recorded at Ananda Village May 4, 2002 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 he recalls his experiences growing up in India and his life … Read More
Learn How to Meditate with Swami Kriyananda in 25 Minutes
In every part of the world, regardless of diverse cultures, calmness and peace of mind is observed to be a human phenomena. Lacking these, people get restless and unhappy. So what is sorely missing in our cultures, is the gathering of our concentration within ourselves, to remember who we are and to learn to meditate. What is meditation? Why meditate? … Read More
Stories of Yogananda with Swami Kriyananda (Rhode Island, April 28 2002)
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
Meditation for Starters with Visualization (with Swami Kriyananda)
Swami Kriyanda was a devotee of Paramhansa Yogananda who practiced meditation for more than 60 years. Kriyananda states that meditation is an effective way of getting us back to our authentic center and is a helpful tool for us to learn how to navigate our way through life’s ups and downs. Meditation helps us to find and maintain our balance … Read More
The Unique Essence of Each Soul (with Swami Kriyananda)
Swami Kriyananda reads and comments on his book Conversations with Yogananda. The TV series A Way to Awakening was 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 … Read More
“Hope for a Better World” with Swami Kriyananda – April 27, 2002 – Rhode Island
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
“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
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
The Crucifixion and Resurrection of Jesus (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
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 You Live in God, God Lives In You (with Swami Kriyananda)
(Download MP3)Home Swami Kriyananda reads and comments on his book Conversations with Yogananda. The TV series A Way to Awakening was 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, … 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 launches The New Path: My Life with Paramhansa Yogananda at the Ford Amphitheater in Hollywood. Recorded September 26th, 2009 in Los Angeles. Swami Kriyananda shares an inspiring talk about his personal search for truth and his aspirations to share that truth with others during his 61 years as a devotee of Paramhansa Yogananda. “[Yogananda] was firmly anchored in … 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) The background music is Saturn from Gustav Holst’s The Planets. Transcript Swami Kriyananda reading (music in the background): Vanished the veils of light and shade, Lifted every vapor of sorrow, Sailed away all dawns of fleeting joy, … 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, reading from The New Path, 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
Swami Kriyananda talks about the ‘feel good’ quality of energy and consciousness as energy rises in the body, and of its heaviness as it descends and we experience depressed or sad feelings. Meditation develops concentration so that we can remove the veils of delusion and penetrate both inner and outer realities. Kriyananda shares some techniques and says that we can … Read More
Swami Kriyananda’s 72nd Discipleship Anniversary Celebration
With Nayaswami Jyotish and Nayaswami Devi at Ananda Village
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