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The Unholy Trinity of Yoga: Raga, Dwesha, and Moha
In his teachings Buddha frequently listed the Unholy Trinity: Raga, Dwesha, and Moha. In yoga philosophy also these are detailed at length. Find out more here about why.
Videos of the February and March Online Satsangs
Watch the Online Satsang with Swami Nirmalananda Giri (Abbot George Burke) from February and March 2024 where he answers spiritual questions.
The New Ram Mandir in Ayodhya: Podcast, News, and More
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. Listen to Swami Nirmalananda’s podcast on this historical event.
Ten Important Principles for Yoga
Successful practice of yoga is not haphazard: discover ten important principles as outlined in Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras. These are Yama and Niyama, often called the “Ten Commandments of Yoga.”
Podcast: How to Deal with the Decline of a Loved One
In this podcast, Swami Nirmalananda discusses how to deal with the decline of a loved one from a spiritual perspective.
How Not to Die, and other helpful advice from Dr. Michael Greger
In his remarkable collection of books Dr. Michael Greger presents the essence of the connection between nutrition and health. In our ashram’s study of diet and health over the past fifty years, his writings stand out as uniquely well-informed and helpful; we recommend you see for yourself.
Beyond the Buzz: Why “Legal Intoxicants” Aren’t As Harmless As The Propaganda Says
The term “legal intoxicants” might sound harmless, conjuring images of unwinding with a glass of wine or celebrating with a craft beer. But the reality is far more ominous. Find out how their impact on health and well-being can be far from benign.
Featured Articles
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.