our body, mind, and soul. O Spirit, make my soul Thy temple, but make my heart Thy beloved home where Thou wouldst dwell with me in ease and everlasting understanding. I am more like that; I give all responsibility to the Divine Mother. As Thy children, it is our privilege to love Thee, for Thou art ours. The Mission of Self-Realization Fellowship, Sign up to receive insight and inspiration to enrich your daily life, Read Next: How to Use Thoughts of Immortality to Awaken Your True Self, Beauty and Joy, Grace and Refuge: Living in the Presence of the Mother Divine. Ananda Course in Meditation Starting May 11. Through scientific techniques of meditation such as Kriya Yoga, one learns to "shut the door" to outer distractions by withdrawing the life force and attention from the sensory nerves. But as long as it exists for you, have but one trend of thought in your mind God.Close your eyes, think of God, and give the Divine Mother a call from your soul. The little cup of my heart cannot hold the joy and the love that I beheld in those eyes looking at me, sometimes smiling. Those who pray without knowing the scientific art of interiorization often complain that God does not respond to their entreaties. Break the night and show Thy moond face! But Her devotees appreciate Her love, respond to Her love. God in meditation, you are able to see various answers to your problems; and I reconnected consciously with Paramahansaji in September 1993. I touched Thy tenderness in the softness of the lily. This is the tendency of many otherwise sincere spiritual peopleto show off their love for God, rather than strive to touch the heart of God alone. science of religion in your daily life. A collection of more than 300 universal prayers, affirmations, and visualizations, this book is for both beginners and experienced meditators an indispensable guide to awaken the boundless joy, peace, and inner freedom of the soul. Now I stand amazed that the choices I made were always the ones which brought me here to finish this life in Yoganandas path. You have no right to keep me away from You. If one tunes in to the consciousness of a spiritual master, that master has the power to help one feel and experience their spiritual state. The motive behind the evil ways of even the greatest sinner is that he expects to attain there from something that will lead to happiness. Online classes, regular webinars and more. I feel her ever more deeply and I am looking everywhere to deepen this connection. Heavenly Father, teach me to remember Thee in poverty or prosperity, in sickness or health, in ignorance or wisdom. definitely receive Gods answer.At one time or another, everyone has found I did not find it available in online bookstores. When you continuously work that will through Copyright 2022 Self-Realization Fellowship. though there is nothing in the world to conform to your wish, when your will Thou art in all Thy children. Thou didst tear away the night of my ignorance to reveal Thy silver rays of speaking silence! One is the material. But when we come to the point of saying, Everything I unconditioned by any external influence is evident proof of the responding I am more like that; I give all responsibility to the Divine Mother. If we meditate on the Sri Yantra (of Tripura Sundari) a very different vibration comes alive. receptivity to divine help. She did not make it easy but I am finally in a place where I understand the love and guidance i received to become a disciple of Yogananda. It is You who are real and all things else are unreal, I said, and the Divine Mother smiled again. Such as Divine Mother, may I feel in my heart Thy heart throb, in my happiness Thy joy, in my activity Thy power of direction, in my soul Thy Spirit. In Bengal, India, where Yogananda was born and raised, God is commonly worshiped as the Divine Mother in different forms. The Lord is the Mother of all mothers, the Father of all fathers, the One Friend behind all friends. Heavenly Father, as Thy true devotees, we know we can never perish, but will find eternal life in Thee. Thou art in all Thy children. within. Read more about Metaphysical Meditations. We pray and ask Thee as our Father: Reveal Thyself. Sometimes He answers by dropping a Yoganandaji reveals the innermost essence of this majestic scripture who we are, why we were created, and our place and purpose in the vast cosmic scheme of things. does not speak, lest in so doing He influence the devotees use of free will to about a solution. that ones prayers have touched God. thought a zillion different thoughts; but I can solve it by placing it in Your reasonings of the mind is to sit and meditate upon God until you feel calmness Paramhansa Yogananda's teachings on the Divine Mother. is one form of answered prayer. strike your heart. Ananda is based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda and was founded by his direct disciple Swami Kriyananda in 1968. Prayers From Metaphysical Meditations by Sri Sri Paramahansa Yogananda O Spirit, make my soul Thy temple, but make my heart Thy beloved home where Thou wouldst dwell with me in ease and everlasting understanding. Break my thoughts and show Thy face of wisdom! I see your Smiling Face responding as The Cosmic Mother. In 1945, Paramhansa Yoganandaauthor of Autobiography of a Yogi wrote a booklet titled The Cosmic Mother: One Aspect of God, in which he taught a way of relating to God that was new to many people. Autobiography of a Yogi Hindi Hardcover, Prayers From Sri Sri Paramahansa Yogananda, Patanjalis Systematic Eightfold Path of Raja Yoga, The Universality of Yoga by Paramahansa Yogananda, Spiritual Light for these Challenging Times. These are not the result of the stimuli of the senses, but the combination of the devotee's silence and God's voice of silence. Remember, greater than a million Available in over 50 languages, Enjoy our weekly talks with meditations from SRF monks and nuns. No matter what else you may be doing, you can mentally converse with God: My Lord, I am looking for You. From the depths of your heart, cry to Him. When you persist, refusing to accept failure, the There are two kinds of seekers: those who are like the baby monkey and those who are like the kitten. Experience the power of spiritual community, Join us for meditation and inspiration. perfection. It includes introductory instructions on how to meditate. True prayer is an expression of the soul, an urge from the soul. Attend online meditations, spiritual retreats, and group study of the SRF teachings, The book that changed the lives of millions! You must cry urgently and unceasingly; then She smiles and is with you instantly. Learn how to calm your mind, still your body, and open the doorway to the joy of your soul. But Her devotees appreciate Her love, respond to Her love. Copyright 2023 Yogoda Satsanga Society of India/Self-Realization Fellowship. His greatest work on God as Mother is the booklet The Cosmic Mother: One Aspect of God. Rub the hands together briskly, then raise them above your head. Break my feelings and show Thy face of love! This website uses cookies to improve your experience. I encourage everyone to at least experiment with looking into the eyes of Paramhansa Yoganandas mother, Gyana Prabha Ghosh (click here for here image in this website https://thecosmicmother.org/home/friends-influences-yogananda/yoganandas-mother/ ) Call to her and see what happens. O Eternal Energy, awaken in me conscious will, conscious vitality, conscious health, conscious realization. Break my pride and show Thy face of humbleness! This reverence to the Infinite, God, is essential for true spiritual healing. Years ago I learned to love Divine Mother in the form of Durga when I was the one who cleaned the puja vessels at the temple where I worshiped at the time. (p.492). I see Divine Mothers eyes in the face of Masters mother. Feel Gods presence as the source of all healing energy and visualize as clearly as possible the person receiving this blessing. Lessons subscriptions Change your contact info View Lessons Auxiliary Content Make a Donation, Your digital spiritual companion for study, meditation, and inspiration (newly expanded), A 9-month in-depth course on meditation and spiritual living, Further guidance and additional techniques, A magazine devoted to healing of body, mind and soul, Your digital spiritual companion for study, meditation, and inspiration. I relate to the loving energy of the Divine Mother through Masters chants and prayers. can be taken care of. It included that, yes, but was not limited to it. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. differently from what they expect or ask for. Read more aboutMetaphysical Meditations. Thus his seeds of ignorance will be destroyed, and he will smile with the health of God-love. Thank you for this wonderful website. Repeat the following: Divine Mother, Thou art omnipresent. choose or reject Him. O Spirit, make my soul Thy temple, but make my heart Thy beloved home where Thou wouldst dwell with me in ease and everlasting understanding. of Desires. Divine Spirit has no partiality; the Mother loves all. That is God's means of expression. This website is a veritable trove, that I look forward to raiding again and again. In creating this universe God revealed two aspects: the masculine or fatherly, and the feminine or motherly. Now it is complete. You can unsubscribe at any time using the Unsubscribe link at the bottom of every email. Lessons subscriptions Change your contact info View Lessons Auxiliary Content Make a Donation, Your digital spiritual companion for study, meditation, and inspiration (newly expanded), A 9-month in-depth course on meditation and spiritual living, Further guidance and additional techniques, A magazine devoted to healing of body, mind and soul, Your digital spiritual companion for study, meditation, and inspiration. In the tradition of the great lyrical poet-seers of all religions, Paramahansa YoganandasWhispers from Eternityopens a mystical window on the devotional experience of ecstasy. In divine love and golden light God Responds Through Fulfillment Break my thoughts and show Thy face of wisdom! I dont know if You are Guru or Kali, for I see that You are one. Sometimes an apparent disaster turns into a blessing for you. Gloom is but the shade of Divine Mothers hand outstretched caressingly. Thou art in (the name of the person). May Thy love shine forever on the sanctuary of my devotion, and may I be able to awaken Thy love in all hearts. Change). Prayer to Divine Mother Divine Mother, Thou art omnipresent. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Self-Realization Fellowship nun Sister Nandini shares wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on the aspect of God as the ever-compassionate Divine Mother who feels for struggling humanity with the greatest of concern and love. out the various angles for a possible solution. God does help those who Maybe I have done wrong, tempted by delusions of Your cosmic play; but because You are my Mother, my Father, my Friend, I know You will forgive me and take me back. It was Thy love that spoke through the voice of friendship. Prayers from Yogananda. Dear kriyabans, He also said that She is far more than any of the limited forms in which She is worshipedthough worship of a personal form can help one more easily reach the Universal form of God. Sometimes, when the Mother is going to caress you, a shadow is caused by Her hand before it touches you. There is nothing sweeter, nothing more fulfilling than the longing for the presence of our cosmic mother in our hearts. Whispers from EternityMystical Prayers of Poetic Beauty. Heavenly Father, teach me to remember Thee in poverty or prosperity, in sickness or health, in ignorance or wisdom. Transform your life through joyful service, yoga and meditation at Ananda Village. The Omnipresent God knows all His O Father, Thine unlimited and all-healing power is in me. When that comes, you know that you are communing with God. through constructive actions. After meditating, draw the energy into the arms and hands by rubbing the hands together briskly and then visualize the person before you. And thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly" (Matthew 6:5, 6). Divine Mother, with the language of my soul I demand realization of Your presence. Thou art the essence of everything. * * * * Power Of A Saint's Devotion Then your hands, charged with divine power, will throw healing rays into your patients heart and brain. This you can do any time, anywhere. I know they all lead to the Formless. Self-Realization Magazine 2022 Annual Issue. It includes introductory instructions on how to meditate. They begin to praise you; and if you feel flattered that because you have inspired others, therefore you must be great, then you become weakenedyour love is stolen from your heart, and pride takes its place. I had to leave that particular group and Divine Mother made it possible for me to move and make a living. O Bestower of unceasing bliss! For example, when we have ill health If one enters the inner temple of silence and worships before the altar of God with prayer and invocation of His presence, He comes quickly. Then say to the Lord, I cant solve my problem alone, even if I Convert yourself into a divine battery, sending out through your hands divine healing rays whenever and wherever they may be needed. When we are in tune with God, we will hear His voice: "I have loved thee through the ages; I love thee now; and I shall love thee until thou comest Home. No matter what else you may be doing, you can mentally converse with God: My Lord, I am looking for You. You were sent on earth to experience Gods cosmic show and then return to your abode in Him.I say, Lord, this is Your show. Books from Swami Kriyananda and Paramhansa Yogananda, Pilgrimages to holy places in India and around the world. All rights reserved. Of what use is my going to Kasi any more? In that kind of will lies Thou art in all Thy children Thou art in (name). I prayed, O Mother, be Thou real unto all.. until one reaches fathomless depths of divine peace and ecstatic joy, the sure proof Father, teach me to include the prosperity of others in the pursuit of my own prosperity. I have a few questions, if any of Yoganandas disciples are reading. 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Repeat the following: "Divine Mother, Thou art omnipresent. Gloom is but the shade of Divine Mothers hand outstretched caressingly. Home > Spiritual > Prayers From Sri Sri Paramahansa Yogananda. Reincarnation: How Can It be Scientifically Proved. The following poems and prayers are just a selection from the writings of Paramhansa Yogananda: Mother's Eyes My Devotion Sinking in a Dream O Divine Mother, I Am Thine, for Thou Art Eternally Mine Break the night and show Thy moond face! He will not always answer They began my journey to God/Self for me. (LogOut/ A subsistent inner happiness This is such a beautifully devotional site! Those who practice the technique of Kriya deeply for even a little while, and sit long in meditation in the resultant stillness, find that the force of their prayer is doubled, trebled, a hundred times more powerful. If you close your eyes and visualize vast, illimitable space, you become overwhelmed and enthralled you feel naught but pure wisdom. I demand my divine birthright, intuitively realizing that all wisdom and power already exist in my soul. Prayer with devotion is a wonderful means of opening oneself to the freely flowing blessings of God, a necessary link of man's life to the Infinite Source of all benefaction. While others waste their time, meditate, and you will see that in meditation that Silence will speak to you.Everywhere I see the Divine Spirit manifesting in form as the Mother. Divine Mother. Through my spiritual happiness I will serve all. Paramahansa Yogananda teaches us how we can have this same direct experience of the Divine, through the yoga science of meditation and a new way to pray. Kali dancing the Cosmic dance, with awestruck girl at her feet. Rub the palms of your hands together briskly, then hold up your hands and chant AUM three times, sending healing energy to that person. This talk, recorded at the SRF Mother Center in Los Angeles, illustrates how we all can have a personal relationship with the Divine Mother who understands us completely and cherishes each step we take on the spiritual path. Also, the personal aspect of God embodying the love and compassionate qualities of a mother. He has always been near; it is we who have been wandering away from His consciousness. While others waste their time, meditate, and you will see that in meditation that Silence will speak to you.Everywhere I see the Divine Spirit manifesting in form as the Mother. Break my wisdom and show Thy face of perfection! Divine Mothers love and understanding are unconditional and i have realised that even in deep silence, She is listening to even the subtlest of our thoughts behind our thoughts:) In Her eyes, we are all children and thats reason enough to be loved infinitely! People think God doesnt respond to If any of Yoganandas disciple know: When Yogananda referred to Kali, did he mean Divine Mother in all her aspects, or did he mean Kali Ma specifically?
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