Podcast terbaik Yogananda (2024)

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Autobiography Chapter 15, Part 8: Yogananda’s life of tireless service 1:17:40

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This episode covers the last section of chapter 15 from: “The sankirtan issuing from Sri Yukteswar’s second-storey sitting room...” to end of the chapter. Summary: Mark re-joins us for this episode, which starts with the efficacy of kirtan and chanting in day-to-day life as well as spiritual growth. Paramahansa Yognaanda and Swami Sri Yukteswar hos…

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Autobiography Chapter 15, Part 7: Yogananda’s cosmic drum 58:25

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This episode covers the next section of chapter 15 from: “Bach, among Western composers, understood the charm and power of repetitious...” to “...a dim memory comes to him of his divine origin.” Summary: The concept of talas, subtle variations in repetition and rhythm is brought to life with musical examples in this fascinating explanation of Param…

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Autobiography Chapter 15, Part 6: Yogananda’s Cosmic Chants and Ragas 59:54

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This episode covers the next section of chapter 15 from: “The foundation stones of Hindu music are ragas...” to “... all its subtle microtonal and rhythmic variations.” Summary: We dissect Paramahansa Yogananda’s detailed explanations of the significance of chants and music in the context of Indian classical music and ragas, highlighting their role…

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Autobiography Chapter 15, Part 5: Yogananda’s favourite festivals 53:52

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This episode covers the next section of chapter 15 from: “Sri Yukteswar sponsored four yearly festivals...” to “...the human souls wandering in maya-delusion.” Summary: Sri Yukteswar encourages ashram residents to partake religious festivities, particularly those tied to the equinoxes and solstices, and we discuss the cultural and spiritual signifi…

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Autobiography Chapter 15, Part 4: Don’t compartmentalise Sri Yukteswar 56:18

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This episode covers the next section of chapter 15 from: “A humorous occurrence took place a few days after...” to “...faith in the loving-kindness of their Omnipresent Father.” Summary: Shiraz joins us again for the important spiritual concepts in this section of the book, including the importance of faith, the power of intuition, and the concept …

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Autobiography Chapter 15, Part 3: Paramhansa Yogananda’s fine tuning techniques 1:11:06

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This episode covers the next section of chapter 15 from: “Intuition is soul guidance, appearing naturally in man...” to “...indignant that anyone should dare to experiment further.” Summary: Our friend Shiraz joins us as we explore the concepts of intuition, willpower, the role of the heart in receiving and transmitting information, and the importa…

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Autobiography Chapter 15, Part 2: Sri Yuktewar’s Wi-Fi range extender 49:31

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This episode covers the next section of chapter 15 from: “I asked Sri Yukteswar that evening to explain...” to “...and go to a certain room for a single cauliflower.” Summary: Sri Yukteswar and Paramahansa Yogananda discuss the intricacies of the cauliflower robbery and the concept of radio and its impact on society. We explore the idea of thoughts…

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Autobiography Chapter 15, Part 1: Crazy for Cauliflower 55:23

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This episode covers the start of chapter 15 from: “Master, a gift for you! These six huge cauliflowers...” to “... had yielded the object of his singlehearted desire?” Summary: We start chapter 15 be exploring the our expectations for the chapter and how Paramahansa Yogananda has surprised us with the content in this intriguing section of the book!…

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Autobiography Chapter 14, Part 5: Paramahansa Yogananda teaches us how to quantify our progress in meditation 51:35

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This episode covers the last part of chapter 14: “Sri Yukteswar taught me how to summon...” to “...who but He bears the burden of the cosmos?” Summary: As Paramahansa Yogananda adjusts to life after attaining to Samadhi, he still introspects and asks Sri Yukteswar the pertinent questions to make sure sure that he has made it! How does intuition hel…

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Autobiography Chapter 14, Part 4: Samadhi, by Paramahansa Yogananda 1:43:18

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This episode covers the heart of chapter 14: The Samadhi Poem Summary: The most profound poem in all of English literature is Samadhi, by Paramahansa Yogananda. We dedicate an entire episode to the poem, sharing our experiences and joy gleaned from its detailed study, with Chris describing this as our best episode yet! 1:11 Introduction; 5:44 Maya;…

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Autobiography Chapter 14, Part 3: Yogananda sweeps the balcony of his mind 55:16

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 14: “Suddenly the breath returned to my lungs...” to “...endeavoring to convey a glimpse of its glory.” Summary: What does it mean that breath is mentioned in this section, how does Paramahansa Yogananda relate it to cosmic consciousness and what does it mean? We also have a delightful discussion on the …

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Autobiography Chapter 14, Part 2: Paramahansa Yogananda describes Samadhi 1:07:37

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 14: “Poor boy, mountains cannot give you what you want...” to “...Aum, the vibration of the Cosmic Motor.” Summary: Sri Yukteswar grants Paramahansa Yogananda the pinnacle of human experience: Samadhi. But is it Savikalpa or Nirvikalpa? Has he experienced glimpses of this before? Guruji splits the experi…

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Autobiography Chapter 14, Part 1: Paramahansa Yogananda's precursor to samadhi 50:50

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This episode covers the start part of chapter 14: to “...Thwarted and exposed, I made my way sadly to his side.” Summary: Paramahansa Yogananda writes the most comprehensive description of the Samadhi experience in all literature, we endeavour to give this the devotion and careful attention that it deserves. Before this experience Mukunda describes…

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Autobiography Chapter 13, Part 8: Paramahansa Yogananda sees the light 49:00

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This episode covers the last part of chapter 13: “If you work hard, you will get there...” to the end of the chapter. Summary: As Ram Gopal Mazumdar narrates an inspirational story (one that is particularly useful for us) we wonder if it is ‘enlightening’ simply to hear it with devotion. Soon afterward, Paramahansa Yogananda receives the grace and …

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Autobiography Chapter 13, Part 7: Overcoming our limitations, supported by SRF YSS Gurus 52:43

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 13: “You are asking illumination from me...” to “...to the star of unqualified divine attainment.” Summary: Mukunda assesses the spiritual impact of Ram Gopal Mazumdar’s austere sadhana and is surprised that the latter considers it of little consequence when contrasted with the eternal existence of God. …

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Autobiography Chapter 13, Part 6: Yogananda finds bliss in a remote jungle 45:28

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 13: “Ram Gopal took my hand and led...” to “...burn as though every cell were on fire.” Summary: Mukunda’s interactions with the "Sleepless Saint" allow us to explore a range of interesting topics such as cultural differences in hand-holding, food consumption, and the concept of 'guest is God'. We share …

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Autobiography Chapter 13, Part 5: In the temple of my heart 43:34

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 13: “The saint’s censorious attitude vanished...” to “...I feel great love for you.” Summary: Young Mukunda (Paramahansa Yogananda) receives some gentle words of wisdom from Ram Gopal Mazumdar on following your guru, having a space to meditate and love. We dig a little deeper into the significance of the…

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Autobiography Chapter 13, Part 4: Ram Gopal Mazumdar quizzes Paramahansa Yogananda 1:14:47

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 13: “The stranger halted beside me...” to “...venerated as nuclear centres of spiritual power.” Summary: As Mukunda finally finds Ram Gopal Muzumdar, we explore the intriguing facets of their intriguing preliminary exchanges – where is God and what is your purpose? Why did you not bow? Is there a Univera…

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Autobiography Chapter 13, Part 3: Paramahansa Yogananda’s trials 41:41

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 13: “I was not sure of the way...” to “...Such faith in the directions given.” Summary: Makunda's long and tiresome journey has a deeper meaning associated with his growth – as with all good and worthwhile journies in our life. We share our personal experiences of hospitality and its biblical spiritual s…

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Autobiography Chapter 13, Part 2: Sacrosanct and sacred customs 48:17

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 13: “The following morning I sought out Behari Pundit...” to “...walked briskly toward the outlying village of Ranbajpur.” Summary: Mukunda is ecstatic to have a starting point for his much sought-after sojourn to the Himalayas via the sleepless saint: Ram Gopal Mazumdar. Along his route he visits the bl…

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Autobiography Chapter 13, Part 1: Paramahansa Yogananda reflects 1:00:33

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This episode covers the first part of chapter 13: “Please permit me to go to the Himalayas...” to “...my conscience smote me at the thought of leaving my guru.” Summary: Mukunda's desire of samadhi bliss through the Himalayan solitudes is the main topic of this section. As Paramahansa Yogananda carefully reflects on this episode of his life with hi…

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 20: Sri Yukteswar’s leela 1:16:35

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This episode covers the last part of chapter 12: “My guru personally attended to the details...” to “...and egotism whose fall is the height of a man.” Summary: In this section Sri Yukteswar shows us the way to outwit unscrupulous souls seeking to take advantage of us. We reflect on more of Sri Yukteswar’s traits and qualities, precisely as Paramah…

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 19: Sri Yukteswar transforms a cynical magistrate 53:26

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12:“Men who were pridefully conscious of their wealth...”to“...ignorant men who are not seeking God, and wise men who are.” Summary: Sri Yukteswar’s influence on those around him was not limited to dedicated devotees, but also to visiting magistrates! We focus on the importance of humility, respect, and …

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 18: Sri Yukteswar tells us to be less bookish 1:02:44

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “Master stressed on other occasions the futility...” to “...His ego is pleased, that he can grasp such erudition.” Summary: We discuss the importance of understanding sacred writings through careful and deliberate reading, rather than focusing on quote memorisation and dinner conversation topic build…

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 17: Sri Yukteswar’s challenge to phoney philosophers 1:00:13

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “Among the philosophers, professors, lawyers...” to “...to any scourging inner discipline!” Summary: The guests that came to visit Sri Yukteswar’s hermitage did not always leave with their pre-conceptions intact, indeed they were jarred and dissected to the point of no return. What lessons should we …

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 16: Bending Rules 58:04

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “Sri Yukteswar’s mother lived in the...” to “... finding God will mean the funeral of all sorrows.” Summary: This section covers the subtle balancing act that is played by both the parent and the child for a harmonious, nurturing and growth facilitating symbiotic relationship. Shankaracharya, Sri Yuk…

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 15: Conquering Lust 1:26:13

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “My guru mixed freely with men and women...” to “...a love solitary because omnipresent.” Summary: The soul's is birthless, genderless and transcendent. Sri Yukteswar helps us to understand these high principles through some profound and inspirational philosophical dialogue. We reflect on how to live…

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 14: The Curious Case of Kumar 1:50:59

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “During my early months with Master I experienced...” to “...his bounty pouring peacefully over my being.” Summary: Mukunda is an exemplary of leader – even from a young age, including the appointment as a young supervisor of the Hermitage. We discuss the challenges of leadership roles, and the case …

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 13: Sri Yukteswar’s dissections cut deep 1:18:49

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “During my early months with Master I experienced...” to “...his bounty pouring peacefully over my being.” Summary: The extrapolation of Sri Yukteswar’s critical attitude goes even further in this section with a special focus on how he would respond to devotees that resisted the dissection of their e…

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 12: Contrasting a parent with a Guru 1:58:03

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “It was Master’s practice to point out...” to “... permitted the fitful sleep of ignorance.” Summary: This episode focusses on the themes of self-criticism, constructive feedback, and the challenges of ‘converting’ individuals toward the spiritual path. We also delved into the complexities of concept…

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 11: Letting Sri Yukteswar destroy your ego 1:09:13

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “My guru could not be bribed...” to “...win a farther dominion—in men’s souls.” Summary: How could bribery be used in the Guru-disciple relationship? We discuss this, along with the importance of discipline and loyalty through mundane tasks. The unique and fascinating leadership style of our paramgur…

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 10: Yogananda and the East-West hybrid 54:44

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “Sri Yukteswar counselled his students to be...” to “...when you have attained the final perfection.” Summary: This section focuses on the concept of a "living liaison" and the appeal of Western principles in India during the early 20th century vs. the timeless eastern spiritual ideals. We also have …

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 9: Sri Yukteswar’s chelas 1:06:16

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “Master always had young chelas (disciples)...” to “...change the orientation of human thought.” Summary: This episode focuses on spiritual education of young disciples, the importance of devotion, discipline, and discipleship in the context of Sri Yukteswar’s ashram. They also explored the linguisti…

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 8: The Silent Revolution of Self-Realization Fellowship 1:19:03

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “The silence habitual to Sri Yukteswar was caused by...” to “... improve if you are making a spiritual effort now.” Summary: Paramahansa Yogananda uses every opportunity to focus on the key themes of silence and stillness, we explore their spiritual significance and draw on personal experiences using…

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 7: Paramahansa Yogananda vs. Restlessness 1:16:20

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “My guru was a peerless interpreter of the scriptures...” to “... A saint will not encroach on that independence.” Summary: This part deals with the challenges and benefits of spiritual practices, with a focus on the importance of concentration and self-awareness as taught by Sri Yukteswar and Parama…

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 6: Yogananda’s Scientific Healing Affirmations 1:05:53

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “One afternoon during my early months...” to “... severed by one of the disciples.” Summary: Masters like Lahiri Mahasaya and Sri Yukteswar employ intriguing techniques to impart wisdom, in this episode we focus on the impact of alternative healing methods on medical diagnosis, the importance of pers…

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 5: Swami Sri Yukteswar’s mastery over mosquitos and cobras 1:24:34

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “My early months with Sri Yukteswar culminated in...” to “...guru is beyond fear of hurt from any creature.” Summary: We reflect on personal experiences with mosquito control methods, associated spiritual practices on self-control, and the philosophy of Ahimsa non-violence. We also review how this re…

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 4: Swami Sri Yukteswar’s minute mannerisms and divine qualities 1:19:48

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “Daily life at the ashram flowed smoothly...” to “... ended many of my periods of nocturnal edification.” Summary: In this section the emphasis Paramahansa Yogananda and Swami Sri Yukteswar placed on the importance of routine and meditation, and the challenges of maintaining them. Mukunda notices the…

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 3: Paramahansa Yogananda’s Own Kriya Initiation 1:05:35

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “Sri Yukteswar chose the following morning...” to “...minimum passing grades from time to time.” Summary: Mukunda received a transforming Kriya Yoga initiation, which is different this time because of the authority of the initiator: Swami Sri Yukteswar. We talk about how this applies to modern Kriya …

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 2: Sri Yukteswar’s Serampore Hermitage 1:16:49

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “Led by my guru, I strolled about the house...” to “...sweet the first night under my guru’s roof.” Summary: As Mukunda takes his first steps inside Swami Sri Yukteswar’s ashram in Serempore he takes the opportunity to get to know him better. He got lessons that would stay with till he became Paramah…

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 1: Is Sri Yukteswar’s training that hard? 1:23:10

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This episode covers the start of chapter 12 to: “...blessing my infancy, had guided my steps to this hour.” Summary: A profound start to one of the longest chapters of the book, ranking amongst the most influential and memorable written. We discuss our expectations as well as the detailed breakdown of Mukunda’s pleas and Sri Yukteswar’s eventual ac…

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Autobiography Chapter 11, Part 4: Approaching Paramahansa Yogananda 1:26:06

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This episode covers the last part of chapter 11 from: “Joy was within me as I boarded...” to the end of the chapter. Summary: A beautiful end to a lively chapter – and yet so much to unpack! The variegated ways in which three devotees look to Mukunda – Paramahansa Yogananda is very revealing: Jitendra’s changeable spiritual enthusiasm contrasted we…

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Autobiography Chapter 11, Part 3: Yogananda in Krishna’s childhood abode 1:11:06

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 11 from: “The heat outdoors was merciless...” to “...then walked slowly to the station.” Summary: Jitendra resumes his yo-yo traits of tentative faith – with moments of extreme elation followed by extreme doubt, perhaps representing qualities of many devotees. Mukunda meanwhile becomes a Guru for the fir…

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Autobiography Chapter 11, Part 2: Paramahansa Yogananda’s best meal 1:06:09

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 11 from:: “A half hour later Jitendra and I were...” to “...an attractive invitation to revisit the hermitage.” Summary: Mukunda and Jitendra embark on their journey with an unlikely promise from Ananta regarding becoming a disciple! Jitendra starts his doubting straight away (a theme for this chapter) a…

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Autobiography Chapter 11, Part 1: Faith or Dare 1:28:52

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This episode covers the start of chapter 11 from: “It would serve you right if Father disinherited you...” to “...and, very likely, a fellow victim!” Summary: Ananta attempts to use all the tools at his disposal to bring Mukunda back to the conventional family ways and challenges him to an epic dare. Paramahansa Yogananda agrees without a second th…

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Autobiography Chapter 10, Part 9: Shankara and our glorious lineage 1:06:24

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This episode covers the long footnote at the end of chapter 10. Summary: The footnote has so much depth that it is easy to gloss over in our eagerness to start the fun next chapter. However, hidden in-between the lines of this page Paramahansa Yogananda has planted some ancient truths that have shaped our path, cosmic chants and overall lineage ove…

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Autobiography Chapter 10, Part 8: The harsh duality of life 56:58

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 10 from: “We had had to travel for our meeting to...” to “...“swoop” perilously close to Calcutta!” Summary: This beautiful encounter between Sri Yukteswar and Mukunda ends with a hint of bitter-sweet. Is it possible that 12 hours had passed during their meeting that is covered in two pages? Mukunda suff…

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Autobiography Chapter 10, Part 7: Sri Yukteswar’s brevity 1:16:49

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 10 from: “ As we made our way to the stone balcony...” to “...had never caught a glimpse of my guru.” Summary: So few words are exchanged between Mukunda and Sri Yukteswar in their six hour re-union (of this lifetime), but so much depth exists in between the lines. We try to break it down and fill in the…

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Autobiography Chapter 10, Part 6: Finding “My Own” Sri Yukteswar 1:02:44

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 10 to: “”Gurudeva!” The divine face was the one...” to “...Strength mingled subtly with gentleness.” Summary: Finally! Mukunda finds his Guru Swami Sri Yukteswar – we consider this to the the most important part of the book yet, but why? What is it about this relationship that gets our spiritual juices r…

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Autobiography Chapter 10, Part 5: Keep the faith 1:08:24

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 10 to: “The sole treasure which had accompanied me...” to “...A few eager steps and I was at his feet.” Sumamary: Mukunda continues struggle with Dayananda’s followers, leading him to the special moment when he is finally reunited with the great Swami Sri Yukteswar, his guru, of whom he has waited a life…

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