Yogananda Podcast

This episode covers the start of chapter 32 to: 
“...a lover of quiet, now he had attained the utter stillness of death.” 
Summary: 
This first part of the chapter covers the resurrection story of Rama, which mirrors the biblical story of Lazarus. The group examined Sri Yukteswar's interpretation of Jesus's reference to being the "Son of God" and explored how this concept relates to divine consciousness within humans. We read and analyzed the biblical story of Lazarus's resurrection from John 11, followed by the account of Rama's similar resurrection performed by Lahiri Mahashaya. The discussion included insights about faith, testing, and the relationship between guru and disciple, with particular emphasis on how Rama's faith remained strong even when faced with his apparent imminent death from cholera. 
0:00 Expectations from the chapter; 
5:00 The son of God; 
15:45 A similar miracle; 
31:05 Rama's severe test; 
42:15 At death' door; 
51:07 Looking Ahead. 
Links discussed in the episode: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-OXgunuz_4 
http://bookstore.yogananda-srf.org/product-category/self-realization-magazine/ 
http://bookstore.yogananda-srf.org/product/the-second-coming-of-christ-2/ 
https://yoganandasite.wordpress.com/2019/10/31/i-will-be-a-son-of-god-yogananda-and-jesus/ 
https://members.yogananda-srf.org/SelfService/Prayers/PrayerRequest.aspx 
https://yogananda.com.au/dayamata/daya_mata_purpose_of_tests.html 
Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 32 from: 
“Another disciple came in; I asked him to remain in the house...” 
to 
“...he had to cure Rama of death, a disease usually final!” 
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This episode covers the last part of chapter 31 from: 
“Faith in the automatic adjustments of righteousness...” 
to the end of the chapter. 
Summary: 
This last section of the chapter continues the themes of revenge and divine justice. Paramahansa Yogananda offers a fresh interpretation on divine retribution rather than seeking personal vengeance align with biblical (and Jesus Christ’s) messages, particularly about not resisting evil and forgiving others. The discussion included detailed examination of Jesus's triumphant entry into Jerusalem and his confrontation with the Pharisees, followed by an in-depth look at Shankari Mai Jiew, a 112-year-old living disciple of Swami Trailanga who lived an extraordinary life of spiritual practice. The episode concluded with reflections on how the chapter serves as a testament to Guruji's focus on highlighting other spiritual masters rather than himself, and how the biblical references helped deepen the participants' understanding of the spiritual principles being discussed. 
1:03 Prior Episode; 
3:15 Retribution; 
20:23 Destiny; 
33:40 Shankari Mai Jiew; 
57:05 Reflections on the chapter 
Links discussed in the episode: 
https://www.trailangaswami.in/shankari-mai-jiew 
Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on start of chapter 32 to: 
“a lover of quiet, now he had attained the utter stillness of death....” 
 
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This episode covers the next part of chapter 31 from: 
“On many occasions the swami was seen to drink, with no ill effect...” 
to 
“...The sinner, healed by Trailanga’s words, slunk feebly away.” 
Summary: 
This section of the chapter explores Trailanga Swami’s mastery over the body and mind, including his ability to drink poison, walk on water, and remain unbothered by extreme heat, and we look at the dottect lines connecting these capabilities to Hindu mythology and scripture. Paramahansa include Trailanga Swami’s interactions with authorities in Banaras due to his practice of remaining nude, and a dramatic story where he demonstrated his powers by drinking poisoned lime mixture intended to harm him. We also examined biblical references and interpretations of divine justice, particularly regarding the story of Elisha and the she-bears, discussing how spiritual mastery allows for instant manifestation of karmic consequences. 
0:00 Prior Episode; 
2:18 Living by Divine Consciousness; 
18:20 Police antics; 
24:52 The sinister trickster; 
44:50 Looking Ahead. 
Links discussed in the episode: 
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manikarnika_Ghat 
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samudra_Manthana 
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lady_Justice 
Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the last part of chapter 31 from: 
“Faith in the automatic adjustments of righteousness...” 
to the end of the chapter.  
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This episode covers the next part of chapter 31 from: 
“One of Lahiri Mahasaya’s disciples, the venerable Kali Kumar Roy...” 
to 
“...awakening of the seven cerebrospinal centres constitutes the true path to the Infinite.” 
Summary: 
Lahiri Mahasaya offers a unique case study for our own habits on sleep and meditation, and we review Paramahansa Yogananda's teachings on transcending sleep through advanced Kriya Yoga practice. We examined the symbolism of the staff of Brahma and the link to the seven chakras concluding with a discussion on the life and teachings of Trailanga Swami, a contemporary of Lahiri Mahasaya who was known for his miraculous powers and spiritual wisdom.  
0:00 Prior Episode; 
2:45 Sleepless Saint; 
24:12 Dandi Swami and seven Chakras; 
29:14 Improbable Initiation; 
47:10 Christ-like Saint, Trailanga Swami; 
55:20 Looking Ahead. 
Links discussed in the episode: 
http://bookstore.yogananda-srf.org/product/mans-eternal-quest-2/ 
https://youtu.be/ZIxNgQ-CwPo?si=hwUuGmGWDfnOqI60 
https://yogananda.com.au/pyr/pyr_kundalini2.html 
https://www.trailangaswami.in/31-teachings-of-sri-trailanga-swami 
https://www.trailangaswami.in/sri-trailanga-swami-miracles-and-stories 
 
Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 31 from: 
“On many occasions the swami was seen to drink, with no ill effect...” 
to 
“...The sinner, healed by Trailanga’s words, slunk feebly away.” 
#autobiographyofayogi  #autobiographylinebyline  #paramahansayogananda 
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This episode covers the next part of chapter 31 from: 
“On the following day I returned to her home and enjoyed...” 
to 
“... in 1935, when I made enquiry, she was still living.”. 
Summary: 
This section of the book explores stories about Lahiri Mahashaya's disciples, particularly discussing a miracles surrounding one particular devotee named Abhoya for whom a train was stopped in its tracks, and another story about her having previously lost eight children but successfully gave birth to a ninth child who survived thanks to grace. We share our own personal experiences with keeping guru images in various locations like cars and workplaces, and discussed how these images can provide protection and spiritual connection. 
0:00 Prior Episode 
1:40 Photograph for protection; 
16:50 Faith that stops a train; 
29:35 Your coming child will live; 
38:00 Master helps us succeed; 
42.14 Looking Ahead. 
Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 31 from: 
“One of Lahiri Mahasaya’s disciples, the venerable Kali Kumar Roy...” 
to 
“...awakening of the seven cerebrospinal centres constitutes the true path to the Infinite.” 
#autobiographyofayogi  #autobiographylinebyline  #paramahansayogananda 
Autobiography of a Yogi awake.minute Self-Realization Fellowship Yogoda Satsanga Society of India 
#SRF #YSS