Yoga Wisdom with Swami Satchidananda

Yoga Wisdom with Swami Satchidananda

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Yoga Wisdom with Swami Satchidananda episodes

  • 8 - OM Gum Gurave Namaḥ
    Sri Swami Satchidananda, Integral Yoga founder, teaches the pronunciation of the Sanskrit slokas used in daily pūjā, a service of devotion at Chidambaram (the Mahasamadhi Shrine of Sri Swamiji). The pūjā is offered to the Sivalingam (according to Tamil Saiva tradition, Sri Swamiji's root tradition). In Sanskrit, Siva means “auspiciousness,” and lingam means “sign” or “symbol.” The Sivalingam symbolizes the Absolute God, the nameless and formless One.
    The slokas are broken into syllables to help one learn to pronounce each portion and then Sri Swamiji chants the entire line. Find the text here:
    1 min
  • 9 - OM Ātmane Namaḥ
    Sri Swami Satchidananda, Integral Yoga founder, teaches the pronunciation of the Sanskrit slokas used in daily pūjā, a service of devotion at Chidambaram (the Mahasamadhi Shrine of Sri Swamiji). The pūjā is offered to the Sivalingam (according to Tamil Saiva tradition, Sri Swamiji's root tradition). In Sanskrit, Siva means “auspiciousness,” and lingam means “sign” or “symbol.” The Sivalingam symbolizes the Absolute God, the nameless and formless One.
    The slokas are broken into syllables to help one learn to pronounce each portion and then Sri Swamiji chants the entire line. Find the text here:
    2 min
  • The Transformative Power Of Devotion
    Swami Satchidananda answers a question about the meaning behind the story of a devotee who was jealous of Lord Krishna’s flute. The flute represents the pure instrument, without its own agenda, through which divine music can flow. This leads into an explanation of the special siddhis (spiritual accomplishments) that also flow from being living a life dedicated to spiritual unfolding.
    Ⓟ© 2023 Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville, Inc. / www.integralyoga.org and www.undoism.com
    16 min
  • How A Yogic Lifestyle Leads To Awakening
    Swami Satchidananda explains how Integral Yoga, which offers a holistic lifestyle approach, can help us to experience the peace and joy that is our True Nature.
    Ⓟ© 2023 Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville, Inc. / www.integralyoga.org
    23 min
  • Lessons On The Yoga Path
    Swami Satchidananda answers various questions about the practice of Yoga. He explains the importance of the yamas and niyamas, of cultivating a clean and balanced mind and lifestyle before trying to do advanced practices or awaken kundalini. He advises students to not rush their practices but focus on natural unfolding in spiritual life.
    Ⓟ© 2023 Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville, Inc. / www.integralyoga.org
    22 min
  • How To Not Disturb Your Ease
    Swami Satchidananda gives this talk in Santa Cruz, California in 1977. He explains how Yoga philosophy and practices can help us to have a more peaceful, easeful, and useful life. He gives an overview of Integral Yoga practices and their purpose.
    Ⓟ© 2023 Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville, Inc. / www.integralyoga.org
    22 min
  • The True You
    In this talk from 1977, Swami Satchidananda explains what our essential or true Divine Nature is and why we seem unable to recognize this. He explains that attachments and mis-identifications cause us to forget who we are. The upshot is that we begin to look for happiness outside of ourselves. He points out what it is that makes us lose our original happiness.
    Ⓟ© 2023 Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville, Inc. / www.integralyoga.org
    21 min
  • The Purpose Of Birth And Death
    In this talk from 1977, during a Yoga retreat, Swami Satchidananda talks about the truth behind birth, death, and why God created this world. He explains that the purpose of life is to recognize and experience the essential oneness within the created diversity of the world. He warns that without that recognition, we can never experience supreme peace and abundant joy.
    Ⓟ© 2023 Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville, Inc. / www.integralyoga.org
    27 min
  • Faith, Enlightenment & Other Questions
    Swami Satchidananda answers questions about disturbed sleep, preparation for meditation, how to faith, whether all religions are the same, and how to reach enlightenment.
    Ⓟ© 2022 Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville, Inc. / www.integralyoga.org
    21 min
  • How To See God In Everything
    Swami Satchidananda explains what it means to truly see God. Realizing that one faith, or one way of worshiping, isn’t better than another we come closer to understanding God. Through illustrations from inspiring stories from the Hindu tradition, he illuminates the power of faith and its ability to move mountains.
    Ⓟ© 2022 Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville, Inc. / www.integralyoga.org
    23 min

About Yoga Wisdom with Swami Satchidananda

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Sri Swami Satchidananda is one of the most respected spiritual teachers and Yoga masters in the world. He is the founder of Integral Yoga International and Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville. He opened the Woodstock Festival in 1969 with his words of peace, which sparked a movement and influenced a generation. His approach to teaching Yoga was direct, practical, and simple. His delightful sense of humor reminds us that the purpose of spiritual life is joy.