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The Cosmic Egg (Brahmanda) in Sanatana Dharma: How the Universe Unfolds
In this article we explore the profound concept of the Brahmāṇḍa—the Cosmic Egg, the sacred model through which Hindu cosmology explains the birth, structure, and evolution of a universe-system.
Sanatana Dharma — The Eternal Religion and Foundation of Yoga
For the aspiring yogi a lifetime study of Sanatana Dharma is a necessity because he must work and think continually in the context of Sanatana Dharma of which yoga is an inseparable part.
Durga Puja: The Worship of the Devi
In India, in the Fall of every year, usually October, much of the month is devoted to the worship of the Divine Feminine, Mahashakti, the Divine Creative Power. This worship is simply called Durga Puja, the Worship of the Goddess Durga, Mahamaya.
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.
Samadhi by “Giving the Life to God”: Ishwara Pranidhana
Yoga Sutra 1:23: “Or by total giving of the life to God.” This could legitimately be rendered: “Or by total merging of the life with/into God.” This is NOT a mere: “Here, O Lord, take my life; I give it to you.” Find out more.
Why Are People Born with Psychic Abilities?
Patanjali is now discussing those people who from birth are seen to possess marked psychic faculties and psychic powers–even to a miraculous degree.
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.
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Yogis Who Saw Jesus
The Many Advantages of Vegetarianism
Seeing the One in All
In response to our recent blog posting about the reality of Jesus in the experience of India’s great yogis, we received a most heartening letter from India. I want to share parts of it with you and my reflections on it for I feel it presents the most authentic perspective on these matters.