Sacred Imagery & the Divine Presence
Swami Nirmalananda explains why sacred images are far more than artistic representations or reminders: they can become living points of contact with the divine consciousness they embody.
Can Women Attain Liberation?
Even today in India there are people who believe that there is no need for a woman to engage in meditation because it is impossible for a woman to attain liberation. In this story learn Anandamayi Ma’s surprising take on that question.
Youtube Talks Series
The May 2026 Online Satsang with Swami Nirmalananda will be on Saturday, May 2nd at 12 Noon, EST. You can sign up on this page.
Stories of Neem Karoli Baba
Swami Nirmalananda recounts his darshan of Neem Karoli Baba (Maharajji)—a moment that he describes as making him “drunk with ananda.”
Video Short-The Mystery of Anandamayi Ma
In this viral 1 minute video, Swami Nirmalananda shares his thoughts about the inscrutability of Anandamayi Ma, and also what his friend, the yoga siddha Datta Bal, said about Ma’s real nature.
Past Lives Recall? What Should the Yogi Do?
In this video, Swamiji talks about the various perspectives on remembering past lives, and what is best for the aspiring yogi.