Light of the Spirit Podcast

In this April 2026 satsang, Swamiji answers a wide range of practical and philosophical questions on spiritual life, including Soham japa, karma, prayer, meditation, brahmacharya, fasting, reincarnation, the Atman, and the struggle at the time of death. #Satsang #Spirituallife #spiritualgrowth Satsang Topic – Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 00:19 Etsy holy images – Etsy.com/shop/SacredVisionsHQ 02:38 Holy images and living presence 05:23 Thoughts of Anandamayi Ma 10:51 The benefits of fasting 14:52 Dealing with religious extremists 18:13 Constant japa of Soham 20:54 God’s will and karma 29:48 The value of prayer 32:21 Surrendering faith to the will of God? 33:20 Reincarnation in the same family? 34:46 India, religion, and poverty? 37:50 Is initiation necessary? 39:00 Contradictions in spiritual scriptures 42:20 Defending yourself from religious “wingnuts” 46:05 Best time to meditate 47:47 Maintaining brahmacharya 50:32 Where is the Atman in the body? 54:06 Eyes open or closed in meditation? 54:50 Doubts about spiritual ability 56:40 Atma, prana, and chitta 59:06 Meditation and moral sensibility 1:01:23 Different Easter datings 1:04:58 The struggle at the time of death OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

In this satsang, Swami Nirmalananda Giri answers a wide range of spiritual questions related to Sanatana Dharma, yoga, and practical spiritual life. Topics include the spiritual value of incense, the meaning of Sri Ganesha, the rationale of a vegetarian diet, the nature of karma, whether a guru is necessary, and reflections on kundalini, devotion, and the immense diversity of Hindu spiritual paths. Swamiji also discusses how to live in the world without attachment and how sincere spiritual effort can be offered to God. Swami Nirmalananda Giri is the spiritual head of Atma Jyoti Ashram and the author of many books on yoga, Vedanta, and the universal teachings of Sanatana Dharma. #Satsang #Kundalini #Ganesha Question Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:32 The value of incense in spiritual life 06:24 Who is the Hindu God Sri Ganesha? 16:47 More about incense 18:03 About those who feel attraction for different spiritual paths 24:33 Do what you can do and offer it to God 26:02 The spiritual rationale of a vegetarian diet 29:39 Violating the rules of sannyasa 31:33 What is the point of worshipping the Divine Forms of God? 33:48 Is Saguna worship meant for developing concentration? 34:34 Observations about Kundalini 36:51 Krishna: a real person or a symbol? 39:58 Gaudia Vaishnava ideas vs. Advaitic ideas 41:45 Feeling lost in the immensity of Sanatana Dharma 45:48 Take a chance: Learn 46:41 Those who blame God for the problems in the world 51:55 How belief affects or doesn’t affect karma 57:26 Can you follow a spiritual path without a guru to initiate you? 58:20 How can you live in the world without desire? 58:54 About abstract “what if” questions 1:01:52 a footnote about astrology OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

In this February 2026 Satsang, Swami Nirmalananda Giri explores the true value of yoga as a path of discernment, independence, and personal responsibility. Topics include psychic self-defense, spiritual protection, the use for protection of the Saint Benedict Medal and rudraksha beads, and how yoga sharpens discrimination (viveka). Swamiji also addresses divination and Tarot from a yogic perspective, the restless nature of the mind, and what it truly means to be a yogi. The satsang continues with reflections on spiritual evolution, karma and rebirth, objections to meditation, and the importance of clarity and strength in the spiritual life — especially in a world filled with misinformation and negative influences. This satsang is especially valuable for those seeking: • A clear understanding of the yogi’s responsibility • Discernment instead of blind belief • A mature view of spiritual protection • Insight into karma, evolution, and self-improvement • A grounded, intelligent defense of yoga and meditation TOPICS / TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 00:24 Psychic Self Defense 01:19 The Saint Benedict Medal 08:35 Rudraksha beads for protection 14:49 Discerment through yoga practice 16:23 About Tarot divination 19:24 How to Read the Tarot, by Swami Nirmalananda 25:22 Why is the mind continually talk 26:30 What is being a yogi? 30:16 Zen Buddhist story 33:06 What are the gods? 34:27 [About Spiritual Evolution] 47:13 Can we become better without knowledge of past lives? 50:14 How can we improve ourselves if we incarnate in lower forms? 55:32 Negative propaganda about meditation 58:11 Negative groups in India 1:03:04 The value of yoga #YogaPhilosophy #Satsang #SpiritualDiscernment OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

In this January 2026 Satsang, Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Swamiji) reflects on the teachings of Anandamayi Ma, the nature of meditation, and the necessity of direct spiritual experience rather than belief alone. Topics include the meaning of satsang as the association of the holy, the role of mantra as a living seed of realization, meditation in nature and city life, and whether belief in God must be tied to formal religion. Swamiji also addresses questions about Jesus, including his teachings on non-resistance and possible contact with Greek philosophy. Personal stories, traditional wisdom, and practical guidance are woven together, offering clarity for sincere seekers drawn to meditation, Soham Yoga, and the universal core of spiritual life. This satsang is especially valuable for those seeking: • Practical understanding of meditation • Insight into Anandamayi Ma’s life and sayings • A universal approach to God-experience beyond dogma • Guidance on meditation practice, timing, and environment Chapters / Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 00:40 A saying of Anandamayi Ma 01:27 Satsang: the association of the holy 10:09 Those who challenge you to prove God exists 12:05 The necessity of experience 12:31 A mantra as a seed to something bigger 15:52 Yoga: the flight of the alone to the Alone 17:22 Did Jesus have contact with Greek philosophers 18:47 Jesus’ saying “resist not evil” 22:16 How long and at what times should one meditate 26:49 Is meditating in nature beneficial? 28:30 Meditating in the city: the story of Luthur McKinney 32:15 Is it OK to believe in God but not follow a religion? 34:13 Is there benefit to meditating with others? 35:42 From Eastern Orthodox monastic life to Soham Yoga 37:41 Anandamayi Ma identified as a sannyasini — Dr. Ghosh 40:19 What is meditation? 44:06 Your life is your own — not determined by others’ opinions 45:27 Would a self-realized person still meditate? 49:53 Commentary on the sayings of Anandamayi Ma 50:45 About Brahmacharini Atmananda 51:33 Anandamayi Ma’s multi-language capacity 54:51 Getting Ma to answer definitely 57:56 Anandamayi Ma and the black magician #AnandamayiMa #Meditation #Satsang OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

Swami Nirmalananda Giri answers a wide range of spiritual questions in the November 2025 Satsang. These monthly Q&A sessions explore meditation, karma, reincarnation, the afterlife, authentic yoga practice, and the universal truths found in all great spiritual traditions. This satsang includes reflections on the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, the nature of thought-forms, the practice of Soham sadhana, Jesus as a yogi, the destiny of animals, Vedanta, idolatry, and the deeper purpose of spiritual life. Swamiji also speaks about discouragement on the path, synchronicity, and what it truly means to seek God beyond theology or dogma. Chapter Markers 00:00 Introduction 00:33 News about the Ram Temple in Ayodhya 04:33 About thought-forms 06:51 Soham answering questions 11:04 Inner mental dialog during meditation 12:25 Someone who bought An Eagle’s Flight 13:18 About synchronicity 14:33 Was Jesus a yogi? 17:42 Idolatry and worshipping a deity or saint 21:22 What happens to a pet when it dies? 26:18 Does hell exist? 29:38 What is Vedanta? 37:20 How much does the afterlife concern a yogi? 39:11 How important is a belief in karm and reincarnation? 40:00 What about a belief in heaven and hell? 40:36 How important is theology or formal philosophy? 41:54 Can the Infinite God really be known? 44:35 What is the difference between the Spirit and the Soul? 45:05 What determines who is born as one’s children? 47:50 Is knowledge learned in one life carried to the next? 48:10 Discouragement in spiritual life 49:24 Does true spirituality still exist in India? 53:35 Concern about drifting from a Christian background 54:36 How can we become better if we don’t remember our past lives? #Satsang #YogaWisdom #Vedanta OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

This month Swamiji introduces a new book: An Eagle's Flight: A Yogi's Spiritual Autobiography (https://amzn.to/4ojXlAg), and reflections on Spirit & Life: Commentaries on the Four Gospels questions on karma, diet, Neem Karoli Baba, Soham japa, and more. Highlights and Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 00:39 Spirit & Life: Commentaries on the Four Gospels 02:20 An Eagle’s Flight: A Yogi’s Spiritual Autobiography 06:29 The “crazy” yogini — The Daughter of the King 11:48 What karma does the “deliverer” of karma have? 14:57 Eggs and a vegetarian diet 18:10 Nath Yoga and Tamil Siddha traditions 18:46 Black or African Yoga traditions? 20:58 Those around Anandamayi Ma who became something 27:35 Swami Sivananda on milk and ahimsa 30:27 Variations of the Soham mantra 34:32 Does time exist outside the human mind? 35:14 Meeting Neem Karoli Baba 43:41 A question about Gnosticism 46:14 Are there inappropriate times for Soham japa? 47:44 Oliver Black and Babaji — a spiritual story 52:18 Can prarabdha karma obstruct sadhana? 59:30 Rudraksha beads in meditation 1:05:34 How to deal with predators in small communities #satsang #spiritualstories #spiritualjourney OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

In this month’s online satsang, Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Abbot George Burke) answers questions from seekers on diverse spiritual topics—ranging from the practice of Soham sadhana and the meaning of Navaratri, to karma, diet, compassion, and what is a guru. #Satsang #YogaPhilosophy #SohamMeditation Highlights include: 00:00 Introduction 00:44 What is Navaratri? 02:29 What is the goal of Soham Sadhana? 12:36 The book “Philosophy of Gorakhnath” on Soham and Om 14:29 Tinnitus and meditation 15:50 About “finding a guru” 17:26 Thoughts about a “fish diet” 21:59 Benefit of bathing in the Triveni 27:33 Dealing with a horrible person in your life 28:16 “Attunement ceremonies” 28:29 About the Essenes 35:05 When did karma begin? 37:43 Pantheism and Panentheism, and philosophy in general 42:21 Yoga sutras and compassion? 44:05 About the antichrist 46:02 How do I know I am progressing in meditation? 55:10 How to “save ourselves from satan” 57:47 What makes a holy scripture either holy or a scripture? 1:07:25 About everyone being on the path to God OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

Join Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Abbot George Burke) for the September 2025 Satsang, offering practical and profound answers to spiritual questions sent by seekers around the world. Topics include: • The newly released Spirit & Life volumes • Karma, meditation, and spiritual awakening • Babaji’s Cave and Yogic science • The Cathars, astrology, and the science of yoga • Soul origins, free will, dreams, and more Order the new book “Spirit and Life: The Four Gospels for Awakening” now on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4mPXkCR Skip to the topics that interest you with these timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:35 New books: Spirit and Life 03:54 Points for success: making yourself an individual 07:16 About Brahmamuhurta 08:51 How many stages are there in spiritual awakening? 11:48 Story of a spiritual man in Vrindavan) 15:51 A question about early retirement and spiritual dedication 17:43 Narayan Das and Ma Anandamayi 20:18 A question about the Cathars 21:53 Sources of negative dreams 25:45 Is it necessary to engage in “intimacy” to get rid of the karma? 29:33 Yogananda and the annoying vegetarian 33:12 Babaji’s Cave 34:38 About Universal Spiritual Core Values 35:58 Will God sometimes mitigate karma? 43:30 Do all religions lead to the same goal? 46:39 Why is yoga considered a science rather than a religion? 49:43 How long must I meditate to see God? 51:25 Theresa Neumann story 57:00 Where do new souls come from? 1:01:49 About free will 1:03:30 Can a swami be released from his vows? 1:10:47 Did Lahiri Mahasaya say no one should become a sannyasi? 1:13:05 Is yoga good for mentally ill people? 1:15:42 About astrology OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

In this illuminating August 2025 Satsang, Swami Nirmalananda Giri responds to deep spiritual questions with insight, humor, and clarity. Topics include: • How to recognize the voice of God vs. ego • Yogananda’s surprising experience with Divine trickery • The value (or not) of past-life recall • Dharana, Dhyana & Samadhi in Soham Yoga • Life after death, and what the soul truly journeys through • Astrology, dreams of saints, and spiritual chants • Marriage vs. monastic life—and what Ramana Maharshi reveals • How to live with gratitude without grief Includes stories of Anandamayi Ma, Ramana Maharshi, and Yogananda, plus reflections on India, the Ganga, and the ever-present Self. Chapters are included for easy navigation. 00:00 Introduction 00:23 A story of Anandamayi Ma 03:04 The nature of spiritual questions 03:58 Is it possible for God to speak to you in your mind in English? 05:33 God plays a trick on Yogananda* 07:05 How do you distinguish God’s voice from your ego? 12:03 Is there spiritual value in trying to remember your past lives?* 16:58 Progress in Soham Yoga: Dharana, Dhyana, and Samadhi? 18:37 Where is the safest place to bathe in the Ganga? 21:39 The nature of India 31:31 Does the sun cause cancer? 32:21 Being thankful for people and pets without being overwhelmed at their passings? 37:11 Is it possible to be blissed-out all the time? 40:58 What is the process and journey of the soul after death? 43:01 Can one listen to spiritual chants during meditation? 44:06 Marriage or monastic life? 44:13 A story of Ramana Maharshi 50:13 “Enlightenment” that goes away 52:23 Are dreams of sages of the past of any value? 54:05 Is astrology beneficial in spiritual life. 55:57 What does a liberated soul do in the afterlife 58:16 What decides where a person goes after death? 59:50 Should we try to keep in mind that we are ever perfect? #SpiritualQuestions #Satsang #spiritualteachings OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

About Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Abbot George Burke) Swami Nirmalananda is a monk of the ancient Swami Order and founder of Atma Jyoti Ashram (Light of the Spirit Monastery). With deep roots in both Eastern and Western spiritual traditions, he has authored over 30 books on meditation, Vedanta, and the mystical life of Christ. His teachings reveal the essential unity of Sanatana Dharma and original Christianity, drawn from decades of contemplative experience, pilgrimage in India, and study with great spiritual teachers such as Swami Sivananda and Anandamayi Ma. In this month’s satsang, Swamiji answers questions from students on a range of spiritual topics, including: Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 00:29 New book: Christian Non-Dualism 03:22 Gita Talks Project (GitaTalks.ocoy.org) 04:22 Are there hierarchies of souls? 08:30 Thoughts on magnetic and vibrational therapy 13:12 The greatness of Lalla Yogeshwari 22:21 The correct pronunciation of Soham 24:45 A typical day at Atma Jyoti Ashram 47:37 A saying of Anandamayi Ma 49:51 Can a guru take away karmas? 54:24 The war of good and evil: what lies ahead? 1:02:05 Jesus: “Greater things shall you do…” 1:07:11 Sanatana Dharma in the West 1:15:00 The Gita Mahatmyam (Glory of the Gita) 1:16:28 Dharma, organ transplants, and the subtle body To learn more, visit: https://ocoy.org https://gitatalks.ocoy.org https://lightofthespiritpress.com Books by Swamiji: https://amazn.so/9FN0kcr FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

Join Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Abbot George Burke) for the June 2025 Satsang, a deep and wide-ranging spiritual conversation flowing from Soham meditation to the mysteries of saints, sannyas, the caste/purushartha connection, the question of virgin birth, and the soul’s entry into the stream of Sanatana Dharma. Swamiji speaks on: • Cremation or Burial: the pros and cons of both • The four castes and purusharthas as inner archetypes • How and why spiritual masters incarnate • The value of dying consciously and holy company (satsanga) • Whether meditation affects dreams, and more With his signature clarity, Swamiji weaves together insights from Eastern and Western mysticism, sharing stories from saints he knew and teachings from scriptures he lived. Timestamps for Key Topics 00:00 Introduction 00:33 Why is cremation better than burial? 06:01 Satya Sai Baba and the Soham mantra 06:40 Soham mantra and sannyas initiation 07:40 The St. Thomas cross 07:31 The Triadic heart of Siva 08:05 What is the best way to help others? 10:23 The correspondence of the four castes and pursharthas 15:27 Why do masters come into the world? 19:52 About the “thoughtless state” 23:44 Entering the stream of Sanatana Dharma 33:09 Would a virgin birth be against natural laws? 38:38 Dying in an unconscious state 47:02 What is the value of holy company? 51:38 Does meditation affect dreams? 54:18 Can you recommend a Gita translation? 56:18 GitaTalks.ocoy.org 56:33 What is a “master”? 1:00:18 Light of Soham #spiritualawakening #satsang #soham OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

Join Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Abbot George Burke) in this May 2025 Satsang to elevate your spirit by growing your knowledge of meditation, yoga, and spiritual awakening. Listen to his new Talks on the Bhagavad Gita here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzUa3GQViSbVFbfQW_yugfTi5u9x8W7bb In his many pilgrimages to India, he had the opportunity of meeting some of India’s greatest spiritual figures, including Swami Sivananda of Rishikesh and Anandamayi Ma. During his first trip to India he was given sannyas by Swami Vidyananda Giri, a direct disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda, who had himself been given sannyas by the Shankaracharya of Puri, Jagadguru Bharat Krishna Tirtha. In the United States he also encountered various Christian saints, including Saint John Maximovich of San Francisco and Saint Philaret Voznesensky of New York. #satsang #hindudeity #spiritualawakening Use these timestamps below to navigate to topics which he discusses in this month's satsang: 00:00 Introduction 00:31 New book: Christian Non-Dualism 01:32 Interview with Narendra Modi by Lex Hixon 04:42 Hindu Deities: imagery and symbology 06:47 Recommended book: Hinduism–The Universal Religion 07:44 The meaning and symbolism of Sri Ganesha 09:20 The meaning and symbolism of Brahma, the Creator 11:46 The meaning and symbolism of Vishnu 14:56 The meaning and symbolism of Siva 23:39 The meaning and symbolism of Saraswati 25:33 The meaning and symbolism of Lakshmi 27:57 The meaning and symbolism of Durga 34:44 The meaning and symbolism of Kali 41:46 The meaning and symbolism of Krishna [43:25] Krishna’s flute-mantra [end 44:25] 45:10 The meaning and symbolism of Rama 52:26 Differences between Theosophy and Rosacrucianism? 57:13 The difference between Supreme Father and Supreme Soul 1:03:39 Is the 5th dimension emerging? 1:08:31 What is the difference between hypnotism and meditation 1:13:19 Soham or Sa Ha? OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

Join Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Abbot George Burke) in this April 2025 Satsang to elevate your spirit by growing your knowledge of meditation, yoga, and spiritual awakening. Listen to his new Talks on the Bhagavad Gita here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzUa3GQViSbVFbfQW_yugfTi5u9x8W7bb In his many pilgrimages to India, he had the opportunity of meeting some of India’s greatest spiritual figures, including Swami Sivananda of Rishikesh and Anandamayi Ma. During his first trip to India he was given sannyas by Swami Vidyananda Giri, a direct disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda, who had himself been given sannyas by the Shankaracharya of Puri, Jagadguru Bharat Krishna Tirtha. In the United States he also encountered various Christian saints, including Saint John Maximovich of San Francisco and Saint Philaret Voznesensky of New York. #satsang #spiritualityyoga #spiritualawakening Use these timestamps below to navigate to topics which he discusses in this month's satsang: 00:00 Introduction 00:21 Easter, Yogananda, and the King of Kings 04:42 Book recommendation: Rosicrucian Cosmo-Conception 09:28 Was Swami Sivananda married? 10:17 Sound and Breath for yogis 18:17 Soham Yoga Meditation metholology 21:39 Attitudes during Soham Meditation? 25:48 A question about dreaming 26:57 The difference between Sanatana Dharma and the Bible regarding prophecy 28:49 “Forget and Forgive” in the Shastras? 32:50 Spelling of Soham: Soham or Sohum? 34:55 Are there real yogis and saints in India today? 44:30 Experience with a sadhu at a railway station 50:30 Meditation sickness? 54:17 Regaining an experience in meditation 55:06 What happens to the soul in the afterlife? 1:00:27 Discovery of Gajanana Maharaj and Soham Yoga 1:03:08 Light of Soham and Inspired Wisdom of Gajanana Maharaj OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

Here is a summary of the talk "Qualities of Brahman" by Swami Nirmalananda Giri, based on the 13th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita:In this talk, Swami Nirmalananda Giri explores the nature and qualities of Brahman, the all-encompassing divine reality, as described in the Bhagavad Gita. He emphasizes that Brahman is the essence of everything—both animate and inanimate—permeating all existence as the sustainer, creator, and absorber of life.The talk highlights the need for a yogi to refine their consciousness to perceive Brahman’s subtle presence, which is both near and far, undivided yet appearing divided. Brahman is presented as the source of all light, knowledge, and existence, beyond darkness, and seated in the heart of all beings.The discussion also touches on the interplay of Purusha (pure consciousness) and Prakriti (vibrating energy or material creation), the inevitability of karma, and the importance of self-realization through practices like mantra repetition (e.g., "Soham") and meditation.Main Points:Brahman as All-Encompassing: Brahman exists both outside and inside all beings, encompassing everything—animate and inanimate—since all is composed of living, moving particles, embodying life itself.Subtlety of Brahman: Brahman is incomprehensible due to its subtlety, requiring a yogi to refine their consciousness to perceive its presence, which is both far and near.Unity and Multiplicity: A true yogi perceives both the unity of Brahman and the apparent multiplicity of existence simultaneously, aiming for omniscience as the ultimate goal.Sustainer of Beings: Brahman is the foundation of all existence, sustaining everything, shining as the life within all, without which nothing could exist.Creator and Absorber: Brahman generates and withdraws all creation cyclically, as exemplified by Krishna’s statement in the Gita about sending forth and retracting beings helplessly within this process.Light of Light: Brahman is the source of all light, enabling existence and manifestation, existing beyond darkness as the singular, eternal light.Knowledge and the Known: Brahman embodies wisdom, being both the process of knowing, the knower, and the object of knowledge, seated in the heart of all beings.Spiritual Practice: The yogi uses practices like "Soham" meditation and japa (mantra repetition) to align with Brahman, recognizing it as the primal word or sound of creation.Purusha and Prakriti: Creation arises from the interplay of Purusha (pure consciousness) and Prakriti (material energy), both eternal aspects of Brahman, with Prakriti driving action and manifestation.Karma and Responsibility: All experiences, including pleasure and pain, stem from individual karma, reflecting personal choices and actions, not external blame; self-awareness dissolves karmic ignorance.Self-Realization: True knowing comes from experiencing Brahman, not just theorizing about it, and devotees who comprehend this approach the divine state of being.Humility in Learning: Swamiji critiques superficial knowledge, encouraging persistent effort and humility in the spiritual journey, rather than assuming mastery from minimal understanding.The talk concludes with a call to deepen understanding of the Gita through Swami Nirmalananda’s book, The Bhagavad Gita for Awakening, emphasizing practical spirituality and self-awareness.

Join Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Abbot George Burke) in this March 2025 Satsang to elevate your spirit by growing your knowledge of meditation, yoga, and spiritual awakening. Listen to his new Talks on the Bhagavad Gita here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzUa3GQViSbVFbfQW_yugfTi5u9x8W7bb In his many pilgrimages to India, he had the opportunity of meeting some of India’s greatest spiritual figures, including Swami Sivananda of Rishikesh and Anandamayi Ma. During his first trip to India he was given sannyas by Swami Vidyananda Giri, a direct disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda, who had himself been given sannyas by the Shankaracharya of Puri, Jagadguru Bharat Krishna Tirtha. In the United States he also encountered various Christian saints, including Saint John Maximovich of San Francisco and Saint Philaret Voznesensky of New York. #satsang #spiritualityyoga #spiritualawakening Use these timestamps below to navigate to topics which he discusses in this month's satsang: 00:00 Introduction 00:41 What is satsang? 01:59 Good spiritual books to read 03:21 About Mabel Collins 10:17 What is the soul, and where is it located? 16:31 Questions about the caste system 23:46 Reflections on Gandhi 29:08 Do all religions and wisdom traditions lead to the same goal? 33:48 Do we need a master to give the soham mantra? 39:35 Do you pray or only do Soham sadhana? 41:00 How does one navigate the intersection of this world and the next? 42:15 A technical question about Soham sadhana 43:25 A question about the teachings of Emmanuel Swedenborg 45:04 A question about Swami Muktananda on Soham 46:16 Were Buddha’s original teachings atheistic? 50:00 Vivekananda story and yogi’s having integrity 55:43 Swami Sivananda’s marriage before he took sannyasa 56:28 How to dispose of old rudradksha and tulsi malas 58:26 Balancing spiritual duties and social interaction 1:00:39 Appraising Yogananda’s wisdom and the meditation methods ascribed to him OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

Join Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Abbot George Burke) in this February 2025 Satsang to elevate your spirit by growing your knowledge of meditation, yoga, and spiritual awakening. Listen to his new Talks on the Bhagavad Gita here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzUa3GQViSbVFbfQW_yugfTi5u9x8W7bb In his many pilgrimages to India, he had the opportunity of meeting some of India’s greatest spiritual figures, including Swami Sivananda of Rishikesh and Anandamayi Ma. During his first trip to India he was given sannyas by Swami Vidyananda Giri, a direct disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda, who had himself been given sannyas by the Shankaracharya of Puri, Jagadguru Bharat Krishna Tirtha. In the United States he also encountered various Christian saints, including Saint John Maximovich of San Francisco and Saint Philaret Voznesensky of New York. Use these timestamps below to navigate to topics which he discusses in this month's satsang: 00:00 Introduction 02:02 A long question on karma 21:49 What is Swadharma? 26:00 Is taking pain medicine avoidance of karma? 31:18 Difficulty having a positive attitude towards all 35:07 Can humans reincarnate as humans or plants? 42:48 How much does Grace figure in spiritual development? 44:29 What are your favorite quotes from Anandamayi Ma? 52:04 Mental pronunciation of the Soham mantra. 1:02:49 Overcoming sexual and drug addiction to walk the spiritual path 1:07:48 Yogananda’s most important teaching 1:11:45 A question about dreams (unanswered) 1:13:32 Closing remarks OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

Join Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Abbot George Burke) in this January 2025 Satsang to elevate your spirit by growing your knowledge of meditation, yoga, and spiritual awakening. Listen to his new Talks on the Bhagavad Gita here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzUa3GQViSbVFbfQW_yugfTi5u9x8W7bb In his many pilgrimages to India, he had the opportunity of meeting some of India’s greatest spiritual figures, including Swami Sivananda of Rishikesh and Anandamayi Ma. During his first trip to India he was given sannyas by Swami Vidyananda Giri, a direct disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda, who had himself been given sannyas by the Shankaracharya of Puri, Jagadguru Bharat Krishna Tirtha. In the United States he also encountered various Christian saints, including Saint John Maximovich of San Francisco and Saint Philaret Voznesensky of New York. Use these timestamps below to navigate to topics which he discusses in this month's satsang: 00:00 Introduction 00:50 Does God pay personal attention to our needs? 06:18 Is God a He, a She or an It? 07:36 What is the Atman? 09:46 Being overwhelmed by how little one knows spiritually 10:18 Is it possible to help others through prayer? 15:43 What is your opinion of suicide? 20:27 Can others really help us, or is it just up to us? 21:50 Did Jesus learn much of what her taught in India? 27:26 Were Jesus, Buddha, and Krishna only myths? 31:05 What if I have no faith in yoga? 32:40 Yogananda meet Charlie Chan 38:14 What are visions? 40:30 What are miracles? 45:10 Is it necessary to be married or single to succeed in yoga? 47:21 What does the Gita mean by “devil, asura”? #satsang #spiritualgrowth #spiritualawakening OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

Join Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Abbot George Burke) in this December 2024 Satsang to elevate your spirit by growing your knowledge of meditation, yoga, and spiritual awakening. Listen to his new Talks on the Bhagavad Gita here: https://gitatalks.ocoy.org In his many pilgrimages to India, he had the opportunity of meeting some of India’s greatest spiritual figures, including Swami Sivananda of Rishikesh and Anandamayi Ma. During his first trip to India he was given sannyas by Swami Vidyananda Giri, a direct disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda, who had himself been given sannyas by the Shankaracharya of Puri, Jagadguru Bharat Krishna Tirtha. In the United States he also encountered various Christian saints, including Saint John Maximovich of San Francisco and Saint Philaret Voznesensky of New York. Use these timestamps below to navigate to topics which he discusses in this month's satsang: 00:00 Introduction 00:38 Gita Talks notice 01:40 The body’s need for water 04:00 Book–Hinduism, the Eternal Religion 05:37 Reminders for spiritual living 09:07 A question about vegetarianism 14:07 Is it possible to change after years of a wasted life? 15:59 Eye position in meditation 19:36 Can people refuse to reincarnate? 24:21 Is image worship wrong? 38:01 Is Yoga just stopping thoughts in the mind? 41:44 Can God be realized by meditation without ritualistic worship? 43:34 Are Advaita and Monism the same? 45:21 Can past mistakes be erased? 49:31 Can scriptures be fully trusted? 1:02:50 Stories of Anandamayi Ma, and her mother, Didi Ma #satsang #spiritualawakening #spiritualgrowth OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

Join Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Abbot George Burke) in this November 2024 Satsang to elevate your spirit by growing your knowledge of meditation, yoga, and spiritual awakening. Listen to his new Talks on the Bhagavad Gita here: https://gitatalks.ocoy.org In his many pilgrimages to India, he had the opportunity of meeting some of India’s greatest spiritual figures, including Swami Sivananda of Rishikesh and Anandamayi Ma. During his first trip to India he was given sannyas by Swami Vidyananda Giri, a direct disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda, who had himself been given sannyas by the Shankaracharya of Puri, Jagadguru Bharat Krishna Tirtha. In the United States he also encountered various Christian saints, including Saint John Maximovich of San Francisco and Saint Philaret Voznesensky of New York. Use these timestamps below to navigate to topics which he discusses in this month's satsang: 00:00 Introduction 00:48 Notice: Talks on the Bhagavad Gita 02:50 Avoiding the distractions of family life 05:27 Sri Ramakrishna’s parable of the snake 09:52 Story of Mother Krishnabai 13:33 Pursuing spiritual life while living with an agnostic spouse 21:18 A philosophical question 22:27 What is Shakti and how does it affect us? 25:05 What is the difference between Iswara and Parameshwara? 33:51 How can I attain samadhi? 37:52 How does one know whether to lead a monastic life? 41:16 Gurus and their supposed infallibility 45:43 What do you advise for a daily spiritual routine? 48:48 Leading a spiritual life in a family situation 49:47 Learn Sanatana Dharma (Hinduism) 52:48 Praying for departed souls 56:20 How to understand the teachings of Jesus better #satsang #spiritualgrowth #sanatandharma OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

Join Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Abbot George Burke) in this October 2024 Satsang to elevate your spirit by growing your knowledge of meditation, yoga, and spiritual awakening. Listen to his new Talks on the Bhagavad Gita here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzUa3GQViSbVFbfQW_yugfTi5u9x8W7bb In his many pilgrimages to India, he had the opportunity of meeting some of India’s greatest spiritual figures, including Swami Sivananda of Rishikesh and Anandamayi Ma. During his first trip to India he was given sannyas by Swami Vidyananda Giri, a direct disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda, who had himself been given sannyas by the Shankaracharya of Puri, Jagadguru Bharat Krishna Tirtha. In the United States he also encountered various Christian saints, including Saint John Maximovich of San Francisco and Saint Philaret Voznesensky of New York. Use these timestamps below to navigate to topics which he discusses in this month's satsang: 00:00 Introduction 00:28 Notice: Talks on the Bhagavad Gita 01:21 Sanatana Dharma: The Eternal Religion 02:34 Hinduism The Universal Religion 05:27 Yogananda and the Candles story 17:38 A special thanks to our friends 25:00 Ahimsa & Satya: handling conflict resolution 33:00 The difference between Spirit and Soul 35:51 Stories of Mahatama Gandhi 39:02 Karma Yoga in our daily lives 40:57 Long hair vs. shaving the head for the yogi 45:32 Why do monks wear a monastic habit? 56:28 “Emptiness” in the Heart Sutra 58:23 Asking personal advice 1:03:10 Question about pranayama 1:04:30 Question about Gajanana Maharaj 1:06:38 Stories of Swami Nirmalananda’s healing grandmother 1:23:07 What is the difference between Jiva and Atman? 1:25:00 What is the Witness Consciousness? 1:28:13 Does the personality survive death? #spiritualawakening #satsang #spiritualgrowth OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

Join Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Abbot George Burke) in this September 2024 Satsang to elevate your spirit by growing your knowledge of meditation, yoga, and spiritual awakening. Listen to his new Talks on the Bhagavad Gita here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzUa3GQViSbVFbfQW_yugfTi5u9x8W7bb In his many pilgrimages to India, he had the opportunity of meeting some of India’s greatest spiritual figures, including Swami Sivananda of Rishikesh and Anandamayi Ma. During his first trip to India he was given sannyas by Swami Vidyananda Giri, a direct disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda, who had himself been given sannyas by the Shankaracharya of Puri, Jagadguru Bharat Krishna Tirtha. In the United States he also encountered various Christian saints, including Saint John Maximovich of San Francisco and Saint Philaret Voznesensky of New York. Use these timestamps below to navigate to topics which he discusses in this month's satsang: 00:00 Introduction 00:20 Recommendations 03:31 Gita Talks 05:09 What are the gunas? 13:36 Soul contracts? 14:33 Humor in spiritual life (tag link to referred Gita talk in youtube) 25:54 Is it OK to teach others Soham Yoga? 28:12 Comment on Jesus’ words in the Gospels 36:18 Is it OK to skip japa? 37:52 Who is the Supreme Being, Krishna or Siva? (short 38:15-38:41) 39:32 Stories of Warren Vickerman, Yogananda’s early disciple 43:20 Why would a practicing yogi reincarnate? 50:20 Sri Ramakrishna’s story 51:53 Tapah lokas–world’s for spiritual discipline 56:47 Saying of St. John Vianney #satsang #spiritualawakening #spiritualgrowth OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

Join Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Abbot George Burke) in this uplifting August 2024 Satsang. Elevate your spirit by growing your knowledge of meditation, yoga, and spiritual awakening. Also, watch his new Talks on the Bhagavad Gita here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzUa3GQViSbVFbfQW_yugfTi5u9x8W7bb In his many pilgrimages to India, he had the opportunity of meeting some of India’s greatest spiritual figures, including Swami Sivananda of Rishikesh and Anandamayi Ma. During his first trip to India he was given sannyas by Swami Vidyananda Giri, a direct disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda, who had himself been given sannyas by the Shankaracharya of Puri, Jagadguru Bharat Krishna Tirtha. In the United States he also encountered various Christian saints, including Saint John Maximovich of San Francisco and Saint Philaret Voznesensky of New York. Use these timestamps below to navigate to topics which he discusses in this month's satsang: 00:00 Introduction 00:27 The book “Hindu America” 03:38 Talks on the Bhagavad Gita 04:05 Sacred Places (Pithas) 14:38 Reincarnation in the Gita and Buddhist teachings 17:17 Maya vs. Mara 29:47 Life as a training film 31:30 Imagining God? 33:30 Soham as Nirguna Brahman 36:20 How to pray 42:44 About mantras 44:29 Continuing spiritual practice in the next birth 50:37 What is a Sad Guru? 1:07:57 Being free from karma 1:09:09 Defining the Second Coming #satsang #spiritualawakening #spiritualgrowth OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

Join Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Abbot George Burke) in this uplifting July 2024 Satsang to elevate your spirit by growing your knowledge of meditation, yoga, and spiritual awakening. Listen to his new Talks on the Bhagavad Gita here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzUa3GQViSbVFbfQW_yugfTi5u9x8W7bb In his many pilgrimages to India, he had the opportunity of meeting some of India’s greatest spiritual figures, including Swami Sivananda of Rishikesh and Anandamayi Ma. During his first trip to India he was given sannyas by Swami Vidyananda Giri, a direct disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda, who had himself been given sannyas by the Shankaracharya of Puri, Jagadguru Bharat Krishna Tirtha. In the United States he also encountered various Christian saints, including Saint John Maximovich of San Francisco and Saint Philaret Voznesensky of New York. Use these timestamps below to navigate to topics which he discusses in this month's satsang: 00:00 Introduction 00:36 The use of incense in meditation 02:23 New talks on the Bhagavad Gita 03:24 The Importance of a sense of humor 08:29 Appreciation for the questions 09:25 Can you explain the law of rebirth? 16:05 Will the "world" ever get better? 20:04 How to maintain self awareness during conversation 22:41 Like minded communities around? 23:19 Can you progress spiritually with parents who are not spiritual? 26:20 The best amount of time for meditation 31:49 What is Buddhi? And What is Buddhi Yoga? 38:36 The story of Matsyendranath, Gorakhnath, and the Nath Yogis 48:58 Is Brahman, the formless, active or passive? 50:42 A question about Brahmacharya 54:01 What are the different levels of our being? 55:10 What is the difference between intellect and emotions? 56:52 What separate man from God? 59:50 Some observations about Astrology 1:06:04 Observations about Soham Yoga practice #satsang #spiritualrealization #spiritualawakening OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

July’s online satsang with Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Abbot George Burke) will be held on Saturday, July 6th, at 12 noon, EST. You can go to the registration page and sign up using this link, or use the signup button below. When registering, you can submit any questions which you would like Swamiji to answer during the satsang. Podcast and Video: Living (and Dying) as a Yogi In a podcast interview with our friend Jonathan Mahoney, Swami Nirmalananda discusses the kind of life we need to live in order to die as yogis, and have a real spiritual boost in the afterlife. Listen to the podcast here, or watch the Youtube podcast below. The podcast is 53 minutes long. (The podcast player will not show if you get this by email, so you can listen to Living (and Dying) as a Yogi here.) Please make sure you subscribe to our YouTube channel – which doesn’t just ensure you’ll see our videos when they are posted; it also encourages YouTube to show our videos to more spiritually oriented people, and is the best way to support our channel. The post July Online Satsang Signup | Podcast: Living and Dying as a Yogi appeared first on Original Christianity and Original Yoga.

Join Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Abbot George Burke) in this uplifting June 2024 Satsang to elevate your spirit by growing your knowledge of meditation, yoga, and spiritual awakening. In his many pilgrimages to India, he had the opportunity of meeting some of India’s greatest spiritual figures, including Swami Sivananda of Rishikesh and Anandamayi Ma. During his first trip to India he was given sannyas by Swami Vidyananda Giri, a direct disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda, who had himself been given sannyas by the Shankaracharya of Puri, Jagadguru Bharat Krishna Tirtha. In the United States he also encountered various Christian saints, including Saint John Maximovich of San Francisco and Saint Philaret Voznesensky of New York. #satsang #spiritualrealization #spiritualawakening Use these timestamps below to navigate to topics which he discusses in this month's satsang: 00:00 Introduction 00:16 Christ of India recommendation 07:01 Raising the Kundalini 12:01 About the Gnostic Texts 12:42 How to break free of mental and spiritual bondage to those in my life? 15:35 Insights on the death experience and aftermath 17:20 Thoughts about St. Germaine 18:10 About a scandalous yogi in the Nath tradition 20:39 Soham Meditation or Om Meditation? 21:48 About "God helps those that help themselves." 25:55 About certain "tamasic" foods 28:37 Kashmir Saivism and Advaita Vedanta 29:20 "if the world hates you..." 43:23 Carl Jung and mental conditioning (samskaras) 48:34 What is the difference between the subtle and causal worlds? 51:34 About the "Maha Mantra" 58:21 Practices regarding Sri Saraswati 1:02:15 Thoughts on Astrology and Divination OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

In this recording of the May 2024 online satsang with Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Abbot George Burke), Swamiji answers questions submitted by the attendees (see the timestamps below for the topics discussed). To get word of future online satsangs and get a FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more, sign up at: https://ocoy.org/signup 00:00 Introduction 00:20 About Orthodox Pascha (Easter) 04:15 Soham Meditation and the breath 07:33 The Origins of the Hebrews from India 12:47 About Brahmacharya 13:35 Meditating on Divine Forms 15:15 Dealing with pain due to emotional trauma 18:28 Forgiving one’s self 18:56 How do I practice the yoga of Jesus Christ? 19:17 How do I forgive people who have hurt me? 22:30 Are you part of ISKCON? 23:22 About Vairagya 25:35 Becoming aware of Pure Consciousness experientially 28:53 Lower consciousness when higher consciousness attained 35:02 Spiritual practice and monastic life 40:24 Swami Vidyananda Giri, sannyas guru of Swami Nirmalananda 50:17 Jesus: Son of God, Son of Man 52:23 What does “dwija” (twice born) mean? 55:37 Bishop Leadbeater and his “Science of the Sacraments.” 56:31 Using our books for studies 56:56 Spiritual links of photos of relatives 1:00:46 Can we speak with God? #spiritualawakening #satsang #spiritualgrowth OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

There are a number of important reasons why spiritual imagery is valuable for the aspiring yogi. In a recent online Satsang, Swami Nirmalananda Giri explained the value of holy imagery in the practical spiritual life of those wishing to grow their inner life. He shows the imagery at Atma Jyoti Ashram (Light of the Spirit Monastery) and how the presence and symbolism of such sacred images effects us on a day-to-day basis. Religious imagery can be found on many sites online, and we have also collected a wide range of sacred images which can be bought as prints, plaques, and framed art for your altar, home or office, available at Sacred Vision Art (https://sacredvisionsart.com/) If you do not see the podcast player above, you can listen by using this link: Religious Imagery and the Yogi. The podcast length is 22 and a half minutes. Watch over 100 videos of Satsangs, pilgrimages, and other spiritual topics at our Light of the Spirit Youtube Channel. The post Religious Imagery and the Yogi: Podcast and Video appeared first on Original Christianity and Original Yoga.

Every month we have an online satsang with Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Abbot George Burke) where he answers question submitted when people register. This months topics are listed in the timestamps below: 00:00 Introduction 00:46 Rogue Creators; Lucifer 08: 45 Interpreting Scriptures 16:00 Loosing salvation? 18:33 Avoiding spiritual egotism 20:15 Spiritual dryness during meditation 20:30 Healthwork: payment or not? 31:35 What is Transmigration? 33:56 What is it that awakens to enlightenment? 38:57 What is Consciousness? 43:45 The value of spiritual imagery for the yogi #satsang #spiritualawakening #spiritualrealization OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

Podcast and Video: Reminiscences of Anandamayi Ma by Swami Nirmalananda Giri (with archival film and photos) In this recent satsang excerpt, Swami Nirmalananda shares unique perspectives about Ma from his own experience. Here are some of the topics discussed in the podcast and video: A yogi’s experience of the inner side of Ma. Problems with institutions. How Anandamayi Ma guided our ashram. Dr. Ghosh takes Catholic nuns to meet Ma and what Ma said to the nuns; Ma’s love of monastics. What Ma said when she was asked: Can a Westerner become a Hindu? The nature and openness of real Sanatana Dharma (Hinduism). If you don’t see the player above, listen here to Reminiscences of Anandamayi Ma by Swami Nirmalananda Giri (about 28 minutes long). Watch over 100 videos of Satsangs, pilgrimages, and other spiritual topics at our Light of the Spirit Youtube Channel. The post Anandamayi Ma Video and Podcast appeared first on Original Christianity and Original Yoga.

Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Abbot George Burke) answers questions on practical spirituality submitted in the March monthly online satsang. See the timestamps below for the topics of the questions. #satsang #spiritualawakening #spiritualgrowth 00:00 Introduction 01:40 The effect of weather on meditation 02:39 A Yogi can affect his atmosphere 10:04 What is good for purification of the mind? 13:09 The Vijnana Vedanta of Sri Ramakrishna 15:14 Two different ideas of "I" 23:28 Differentiating between impulses of the higher and lower selves 27:58 Recommended practices beside Soham sadhana 29:11 Best time of day for meditation 33:50 Shaktipat, right and wrong 3925 The value of sacred imagery 44:13 Anandamayi Ma, what yogis said about her 54:26 How to break from a cycle of self sabotage 59:20 Responding to a question about damnation 1:10:24 Story of Swami Kriyananda and Anandamayi Ma OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

Listen to the podcast and watch related video below. The new Rama Temple in Ayodhya was consecrated on January 22nd, 2024. The grand ceremony, known as the Ram Mandir Prāna Pratishtha, marked a significant moment in Hindu history. For centuries, Hindus have revered the site in Ayodhya as the birthplace of Lord Rama, the Divine Incarnation embodying righteousness and dharmic governance. Following Indian independence in 1947 many Hindus hoped for and worked for the return of many traditionally Hindu religious sites to Hindu control, including the site in Ayodhya, which had been stolen from the Hindus, and a mosque erected there instead. But the secular government worked against such aspirations for years. The popular uprising resulting in the destruction of the Babri Masjid mosque at the site in 1992 and subsequent legal battles were the expression of the growing movement for recognition of Hindu rights. The consecration of the new temple marks the culmination of a decades-long struggle and the fulfillment of a deeply held desire to see a grand temple dedicated to Rama built there. This event is more than the building of a place of worship. It is part of the revival of the Ancient Bharatian (Indian) culture. Indian Prime Minister Modi, who participated in the Prāna Pratishtha, had this to say from his historic speech after the consecration: “After centuries of unprecedented patience, countless sacrifices and penance, our Lord Ram has arrived. Many congratulations to all of you and all the countrymen on this auspicious occasion. Our Ramlalla will no longer live in a tent. Our Ramlalla will now live in this divine temple. January 22, 2024, is not a date on a calendar. This is the origin of a new time cycle. A nation rising up after breaking the mentality of slavery, a nation taking courage from every bit of the past, creates history in this way. A thousand years from now, people will talk about this date, this moment. These are indelible memory lines being inscribed on the wheel of time.” “Today, the land of Ayodhya is asking some questions to every Ram devotee, to every Indian. The grand temple of Shri Ram has been built, what next? Today, I feel that the cycle of time is changing. From this sacred time, we have to lay the foundation of the India of the next thousand years.” In the following podcast and Youtube video, Swami Nirmalananda discusses the “World Significance” of the establishment of Ramlalla (the boy Rama) in his new temple in Ayodhya. Listen and Watch here. [If you do not see the podcast player above, you can listen to “The World Significance of the New Ram Temple” here. The podcast duration is 12:38. Ramlal Darshan Video and Devotional Music Ram Murti Sculptor Arun Yogiraj Reveals Ramlala Murti’s Face Has Changed After Pran Pratishtha The post The New Ram Mandir in Ayodhya: Podcast, News, and More appeared first on Original Christianity and Original Yoga.

In this online satsang from November Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Abbot George Burke) answers questions submitted by the online webinar attendees. The questions are shown below with timestamp links to where they occur in the satsang. 00:00 Introduction 00:35 Is the astral world heaven? 02:07 Is Sri Ma Sarada Devi an avatar? 05:05 Is it possible, having lost something, to move on in life without attachment? 06:24 Do you ever fear for the future? 11:52 If one has a non-dual perspective, how should one view worship? 14:27 The Pranapratishta of Ramlal in Ayodhya 18:00 Jesus and India: did he also learn from the Essenes? 20:12 Can intermittent fasting help meditation? 23:14 Significance of the new Ram Mandir in Ayodhya 36:24 Should one wait for people to ask for spiritual help before acting? 40:26 About Brahmacharya 43:09 Why is cremation better for the soul? 47:24 About OM meditation 48:44 How to realize our True Self amid distractions 49:25 Are there “group souls”? 55:03 How to Read the Tarot book 1:03:55 Health recommendations for the aging 1:05:33 What is the best source for Krishna’s life? 1:07:14 Soham theurgy OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

In this podcast, Swami Nirmalananda discusses how to deal with the decline of a loved one from a spiritual perspective. Illness and death can bring immense sadness, but if we become strong spiritually we can bring comfort and help to ourselves, others, and those who are dying during such difficult times. Swamiji shares advice on how to gain this inner strength and personal stories of how this has helped others. If you do not see the player above, click here to listen to How to Deal with the Decline of a Loved One. The podcast is 4 minutes 30 seconds long. Watch the Youtube video of this podcast here: The post Podcast: How to Deal with the Decline of a Loved One appeared first on Original Christianity and Original Yoga.

In this online satsang, Swami Nirmalananda (Abbot George Burke) answers a wide range of questions, discussing the initiations of Swami Sivananda of Rishikesh, the humor of Paramhansa Yogananda, meditation practices, what is Dharma, and much more. You can read more of his writings at https://ocoy.org. Below is a list of the topics discussed, and links to where in the satsang they are. 00:54 Sanatana Dharma book doing well. 04:21 What is the definition of Dharma? 06:20 Is reincarnation only forward in time? 08:10 Baptism of the Holy Spirit in other religions? 09:54 Initiations by Swami Sivananda. 14:20 Is out-of-body experience necessary? 16:25 Om Meditation and Soham Meditation. 21:06 The Humor of Paramhansa Yogananda. 26:12 Sri Ramakrishna and the temple priest. 30:23 Sri Kaleshwar and the Jesus mantra and yantra 32:15 Does Jesus have a place in the evolution of the world? 43:15 About temporary spiritual experiences. 48:32 How to prioritize truth in difficult situations. 54:08 About Indian politicians using the Nath tradition? 1:00:05 Story of a dying devotee of Anandamayi Ma. 1:02:25 What are bija mantras? 1:06:44 Daily practical spiritual routines. 1:07:25 Thoughts on the shroud of Turin. 1:13:32 Combining spiritual methods. #satsang #spiritualawakening #ramakrishna OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

Previous Satsangs now Online We have now posted all of our past satsangs on our Youtube Channel (YouTube.com/@LightoftheSpirit) where you can view both full satsangs and excepts, as well as other spiritual videos (we now have 96 videos!) Below is our latest upload, from the follow-up to the October satsang, where Swamiji addressed the following topics not covered in the live satsang. We include the timestamps on the video so that you can find what interests you: 00:30 The symbolism of the Cross 12:16 Some insights into Royalty 15:34 Reminiscences of Anandamayi Ma 48:11 Stories of Mahavatar Babaji 51:47 Kriya, Bhakti, and Jnana Yogas 56:23 Coping with the decline of a loved one Below the Podcast (the audio version) and the video, you will find links to the most recent satsangs. (If you do not see the podcast player above, listen here to the October Satsang Q&A Session with Swami Nirmalananda. The podcast length is 1 hour and 2 minutes. Watch Earlier Satsangs December 2023 Satsang November 2023 Satsang October 2023 Satsang September 2023 Satsang The post Podcast and Video of Q&A Session appeared first on Original Christianity and Original Yoga.

This satsang with Swami Nirmalananda consists of follow-up questions not covered in the October monthly online Satsang. Topics covered are below with their timestamps for ease of viewing. 00:00 Intro 00:30 The symbolism of the Cross 12:16 Some insights into Royalty 15:34 Reminiscences of Anandamayi Ma 48:11 Stories of Mahavatar Babaji 51:47 Kriya, Bhakti, and Jnana Yogas 56:23 Coping with the decline of a loved one 1:00:49 Gratitude 1:01:48 Sri Ramakrishna's Parable–Go Forward #satsang #babaji #anandamayima OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

In this satsang, Swamiji talks about Babaji (of Autobiography of a Yogi) and his sister and much more (see timestamps below) #satsang #babaji #spiritualawakening 00:00 Beginning 00:21 New Sanatana Dharma Book 01:01 Babaji and Babaji’s sister at Dashashwamedh Ghat 07:44 Where to get good vegetarian recipes 10:03 How difficult to attain spiritual awakening? 13:58 Is anything known about Jesus’ guru? 15:01 A question about slavery 18:09 Where do unwanted thoughts come from? 24:06 Swami Sivananda on Soham Sadhana 33:30 A question about disturbances in meditation OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

Podcast: What Happens to the Soul After Death? The afterlife of any individual depends on the life of that individual. Each life is unique, and what happens afterwards depends on how a person lived that life, and the lives before. Learn how our karma (our actions) will determine where we go after death, and more in this podcast and video. If you do not see the player in the email, listen to the podcast here: What Happens to the Sould After Death? Youtube video of the podcast: The post Podcast: What Happens to the Soul After Death? appeared first on Original Christianity and Original Yoga.

Every month Swami Nirmalananda has an online satsang in which he answers questions that have been suggested by attendees. Go get word of future online satsangs, visit https://ocoy.org/signup/ #satsang #spiritualawakening #dharma OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

Every month Swami Nirmalananda has an online satsang in which he answers questions that have been suggested by attendees. Go get word of future online satsangs, visit https://ocoy.org/signup/ #satsang #spiritualawakening #dharma OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

Every month Swami Nirmalananda has an online satsang in which he answers questions that have been suggested by attendees. Go get word of future online satsangs, visit https://ocoy.org/signup/ #satsang #spiritualawakening #dharma OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

Every month Swami Nirmalananda has an online satsang in which he answers questions that have been suggested by attendees. Go get word of future online satsangs, visit https://ocoy.org/signup/ #satsang #spiritualawakening #dharma OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

Every month Swami Nirmalananda has an online satsang in which he answers questions that have been suggested by attendees. To get word of future online satsangs, visit https://ocoy.org/signup/ OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FREE Meditation Guide and weekly blog updates, podcasts and more: https://ocoy.org/signup/ #satsang #spiritualawakening #dharma FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

At our monthly online Satsangs (the first Saturday of each month–sign up here to get notices, and much more) there are many more questions that can be answered in an hour. So we are going to be regularly posting answers to the extra questions. Here are Swami Nirmalananda’s answers to the questions left over after the September Satsang. You can listen to the audio podcast or watch the Youtube videos below. To see previous satsangs, visit our Video Satsang page. The post Questions & Answers with Swami Nirmalananda from September appeared first on Original Christianity and Original Yoga.

At our monthly online Satsangs (the first Saturday of each month–sign up here: https://ocoy.org/signup/) there are many more questions that can be answered in an hour. So we are going to be regularly posting answers to the extra questions. #satsang #dharma #spiritualawakening OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

At our monthly online Satsangs (the first Saturday of each month–sign up here: https://ocoy.org/signup/) there are many more questions that can be answered in an hour. So we are going to be regularly posting answers to the extra questions. #satsang #dharma #spiritualawakening OCOY.org RESOURCES Get FREE pdf spiritual ebooks at our E-Library: https://ocoy.org/site/e-library/ Listen to Podcast on practical spiritual topics: https://ocoy.org/podcasts/ Website: https://ocoy.org A Practical Resource for the Spiritual Student–Discover the timeless wisdom of India and the yoga path to freedom FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL https://www.facebook.com/light.of.spirit/ https://twitter.com/Light_of_Spirit https://instagram.com/lightofthespirit/

Swami Nirmalananda was under Anandamayi Ma’s guidance from 1963 until her leaving this world in 1982. He made many trips to India during this time and knew many of the people in her orbit. In this video and podcast he shares some stories about her unique nature. Watch the podcast here: Or listen to the podcast here: The “Mind” of Anandamayi Ma – Satsang With Swami Nirmalananda Giri If you do not see the player above, click here to listen to The “Mind” of Anandamayi Ma – Satsang With Swami Nirmalananda Giri. The podcast is 6:30 minutes long. The post Podcast: The “Mind” of Anandamyi Ma appeared first on Original Christianity and Original Yoga.

Podcast: What is Aparigraha? (The Yoga Term for Non-Possessiveness) – Satsang With Swami Nirmalananda Giri Watch the podcast here: Or listen to the podcast here: If you do not see the player above, click here to listen to What is Aparigraha? (The Yoga Term for Non-Possessiveness) – Satsang With Swami Nirmalananda Giri. The podcast is 14:20 minutes long. The post Podcast: What is Aparigraha? appeared first on Original Christianity and Original Yoga.

Today, we share both an audio podcast and a video podcast made from a recent Zoom Satsang with Swami Nirmalananda (Abbot George Burke). In this podcast, Swami Nirmalananda answers the question, “Can you talk about how Jesus is the Savior, knowing that our liberation is our personal responsibility?” First, he talks about what a Savior is, and what they do. And he speaks about our own personal responsibility for our own spiritual welfare and advancement. Among the stories he tells are: The Greek elder and the surprising response he gave to someone asking for his prayers. The remarkable healings he witnessed. Different Saviors and the effects they had. His experience with Swami Sivananda of Rishikesh, including the story of the woman who wanted to clean her glasses with his clothes. The unusual changes in appearance of Anandamay Ma. If you don’t see the podcast above (it won’t show in emails), here is a direct link to the Podcast: Saviors, or Personal Responsibility?. The Podcast is just under 21 minutes long. YouTube Video: Further Listening and Watching: Visit our Podcasts page, with dozens of spiritual podcasts. Explore our Youtube Channel. Discover our Video Satangs page. The post Podcast (and Video): Saviors, or Personal Responsibility? appeared first on Original Christianity and Original Yoga.

In our effort to continue to make OCOY.org a true “practical resource for the spiritual student,” we have added more valuable content which we hope you will explore, with our new articles, new videos, new books in our free eLibrary, and in our monthly Zoom satsangs, starting with a new Podcast from a recent satsang. Satsang Podcast Podcast of Satsang Excerpt: Great Yogis I have Known Here is a direct link to the Podcast: Great Yogis I Have Known. Articles First, we have added two useful articles: Vibrational Medicine and the Yogi: The body and mind are profoundly interrelated. This is especially important for the yogi to realize. Health of mind and body are also profoundly interrelated. Swami Nirmalananda wrote this to share with you information about what he considers a most appropriate and effective form of therapy for a yogi: vibrational medicine. Astrology and Divination: Astrology and divination are very real and valuable tools in the yogi’s life. They are not superstition, but metaphysical science. Videos Next, we have been adding videos of our Zoom online satsangs with Swami Nirmalananda to our Youtube channel. A number of videos posted in the past months have gone viral. Our channel has had over 500,000 views in the past ninety days! You can subscribe to our Youtube Podcast here. Here are a couple of the most recent videos: Books We continue to publish new books, including three this year. We make them available in paperback, ebook, as free PDF’s in our eLibrary, and as web pages. In our eLibrary, you can download these new free PDF titles: The Inspired Wisdom of Sri Gajanana Maharaj–A Practical Commentary on Leading an Effectual Spiritual Life The Inspired Wisdom of Lalla Yogeshwari The Benefits of Brahmacharya: A Collection of Writings About the Spiritual, Mental, and Physical Benefits of Continence You can also read these books here online: The Inspired Wisdom of Lalla Yogeshwari The Benefits of Brahmacharya These books are also available as paperbacks and ebooks on Amazon and other online bookstores: The Inspired Wisdom of Sri Gajanana Maharaj The Inspired Wisdom of Lalla Yogeshwari The Benefits of Brahmacharya Satsangs The next online one-hour Zoom satsang with Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Abbot George) is Saturday May 6th at 12:00 noon E.S.T. [This has now past, but next month we will have another satsang. Stay tuned.] The post Podcast: Great Yogis I Have Known, plus New Articles, Videos, & Books appeared first on Original Christianity and Original Yoga.