Yogananda Podcast

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.” 
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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

This episode covers the next part of chapter 31 from: 
“My guru asked me to receive initiation into Kriya...” 
to 
“...for sharing with me her wondrous experiences”. 
Summary: 
This section of the chapter focuses on the spiritual significance of taking Kriya initiation and the role of a guru in one's life. We explore the unique experiences of Srimati Kashi Moni, the wife of Lahiri Mahashaya, examining the question of whether one needs a guru for liberation and the dilemma of making ambitious promises to a guru.  
0:00 Prior Episode 
01:43 Diksha Initiation; 
33:33 Marriage to a Guru; 
1:05:00 Looking Ahead. 
Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on 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.”. 
#autobiographyofayogi  #autobiographylinebyline  #paramahansayogananda 
Autobiography of a Yogi awake.minute Self-Realization Fellowship Yogoda Satsanga Society of India 
#SRF #YSS

This episode covers the start of chapter 31 to: 
“their refulgent forms vanished. The room darkened...” 
Summary: 
This unique chapter covers a first person account of how it was to be with the Avatar Lahiri Mahashaya's. We explore Srimati Kashi Moni’s background, including her marriage age and the mystical experience that transformed her perception of Lahiri Mahashaya from husband to guru. The conversation delved into the cultural and spiritual significance of the encounter, including the respectful language used and the implications of the angels' (devata’s) visitation. We also discussed the reference to John Milton's "Paradise Lost" and its interpretation regarding gender and spiritual awakening. 
0:00 Expectations from the chapter; 
9:48 Meeting Srimati Kashi Moni; 
22:22 Husband to Guru; 
31:40 The best Chorus; 
41:12 Looking Ahead. 
Links discussed in the episode; 
https://knarf.english.upenn.edu/Milton/pl4.html 
Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 31 from: 
“My guru asked me to receive initiation into Kriya...” 
to 
“...for sharing with me her wondrous experiences”. 
 
#autobiographyofayogi  #autobiographylinebyline  #paramahansayogananda 
Autobiography of a Yogi awake.minute Self-Realization Fellowship Yogoda Satsanga Society of India 
#SRF #YSS

This episode covers the last part of chapter 30 from: 
“One day I entered a cinema house to view a newsreel...” 
to the end of the chapter 
Summary: 
In this section of the chapter Paramahamsa Yogananda explores Guruji's prayer and the biblical references to Elijah and Elisha, discussing how these stories relate to the concept of miracles. We share our personal experiences of miracles, both grand and mundane, and examined Guruji's explanation that everything is a miracle. Guruji's warns us about Maya, Satan or illusion, and its role as the cosmic magician's plan to divert us from spirit to matter. We reflect the chapter and how Guruji skilfully weaves together scientific concepts, biblical passages, and personal stories to explain the nature of miracles and their place in the universe. 
0:00 Prior Episode; 
2:30 The Prayer; 
12:40 What is a Miracle?; 
34:05 Masters and Miracles; 
30:55 Maya; 
40:25 Reflections on the chapter. 
Links discussed in the episode; 
https://yoganandasite.wordpress.com/2022/03/16/master-and-the-miracle-of-the-fish-master-appears-to-devotees-a-devotee-story/ 
Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the start of chapter 31 to: 
“their refulgent forms vanished. The room darkened...” 
 
#autobiographyofayogi  #autobiographylinebyline  #paramahansayogananda 
Autobiography of a Yogi awake.minute Self-Realization Fellowship Yogoda Satsanga Society of India 
#SRF #YSS