[Chidananda] Divya Jivan Newsletter, May 2021
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Divya Jivan Newsletter
Sivananda Ashram, Ahmedabad
May 2021
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OM Namo Bhagawate Sivanandaya!
OM Namo Bhagawate Chidanandaya!
OM Namo Narayanaya!
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"Light Of Yoga "by Swami Sivananda
YOGA is a perfect, practical system of self-culture. You can attain
harmonious development of your mind, body and soul by the practice of
Yoga. Yoga is an exact science. You can acquire absolute control over
the whole nature by its practice. It helps the student to attain ethical
perfection, perfect concentration of the mind and to unfold various
psychic powers. It teaches applied psychology. It helps the practitioner
to enter into conscious communion with the Lord through Samadhi, to
separate himself from the three Gunas and to attain Kaivalya or
independence eventually.
Yoga is the method by which the finite self or the individual soul is
united with the Infinite Self or the Supreme Soul. Yajnavalkya defines
Yoga, "Samyoga yoga iti ukto jivatma-paramatmano iti—the conjunction of
the individual soul and the supreme soul is called Yoga."
An aspirant in the path of Yoga should be humble, simple, gentle,
refined, tolerant, merciful and kind. He should seek Truth everywhere.
He should show reverence to Sadhus, Sannyasins, Bhaktas, Mahatmas, and
Sages and to the Srutis and the Scriptures.
A right understanding of the nature of the Self, through enquiry of "Who
am I?" and study of Upanishads, a strong conviction that this world is
illusory and unreal—arrived at through discrimination and consequent
birth of dispassion—a strong yearning for liberation or attainment of
the goal and regular practice of meditation will undoubtedly produce an
attitude of detachment to the world and sublimate not only the desire
for augmenting mental and physical powers but also all sorts of mundane
desires.
Hatha Yoga, Raja Yoga, Karma Yoga, Bhakti Yoga—all these Yogas—prepare
the aspirant for the attainment of knowledge of the Self and culminate
in Jnana Yoga. Therefore he should have a comprehensive understanding of
all the Yogas. He should march on to the goal steadily, practising one
particular Yoga which suits his taste and temperament. He can take such
points from the other Yogas which will help him to attain progress and
reach the goal quickly. In other words, every aspirant can make a happy
combination of the above Yogas taking care not to confuse one with the
other at any stage of his practices. He should use his common-sense at
every stage. He must be able to find out for himself whether he is
progressing or not by careful introspection and self-analysis.<< Read
More>> <http://divyajivan.org/sivananda/index.htm>
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Early Morning Meditation talks from "Ponder These Truths" by Sri Swami
Chidananda
"When You Wake up In The Morning":
Waking up in the morning should not merely mean waking up into this
maya-bazaar, waking up into this temporary world of pain and death. It
should not only mean waking up into this little, confined, outer earth
awareness. It should also simultaneously mean waking up into the
awareness of your divinity which has been temporarily suspended in
sleep. And keep up that inner wakefulness along with your outer physical
wakefulness of the senses and the mind. Keep up the inner wakefulness of
your svarupa. That is the great thing needful. That is what will make
your life divine. That is what will take you, day by day, higher and
higher towards the Goal Supreme. And this you have to do for yourself,
with wisdom." - Swami Chidananda.
<<Read More>> <http://divyajivan.org/ponder_these_truths/index.htm>
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* A Birthday Greetings to H. H. Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj ( May
3, 2021)*
*
"Long Live Swamiji ", May 3, 2021, is Pujya Swamiji's Birth
Anniversary. Countless devotees' hearts are full of love & gratitude for
Pujya Swamiji Maharaj in the East & the West on this special day. They
are silently offering prayers for Swamiji's good health & long life. We
pray to the Almighty Lord, Gurudev Sri Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj and
Gurumaharaj Sri Swami Chidanandaji Maharaj for Pujya Swamiji’s good
health and long life so that He could be a guiding light to spiritual
aspirants all over.*
"Life has given me exuberance, joy, bubbling energy. Awakening of inner
SELF lead me to spread the Glories of the DIVINE. In all situations, be
rooted in the Absolute Truth, Abide in the SELF, sing HIS Glories, hold
on to Hari-Nama, the Lord's name is the solution for all the trials and
tribulations of Life. Intensify your faith only on one thought " I am
Thine, Thou art Mine, Thy will be done". Divine Name is a safe boat
that can take you to the other shore of fearlessness, freedom and bliss
Immortal", Have Yearning for God-Realization. Surrender at the holy
feet of your Guru. Stick to the path guided by your Guru. Chant the Guru
Mantra with unwavering faith. Guru's Grace is unfailing; it is ever
ready to help you. I have experienced in my life, you can too.
Everflowing Grace & Blessings of my Guru is the supreme joy of my
Life."- Swami Adhyatmananda
It was always a joy for the devotees here in the West (USA, Canada &
UK) to receive Pujya Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj's Satsang and
blessings all these years. In fact, their love brought Sri Swamiji
amongst their midst Year after Year for the past 25 + years. The
Organizers Team of Adhyatma Tour worked together in the spirit of Karma
Yoga and coordinated Sri Swamiji's Satsang programs at various centers
for the benefit of many and Adhyatma Tour unfolded beautifully each
year, *that was the charm of Adhyatma Tours.* They felt blessed to get
the opportunity to be a tiny part (not even) of the whole in Revered
Swamiji's Mission of service to Mankind, service to known & unknown. It
is only the Grace Blessings of God Gurudev.......People asked Pujya
Swamiji the secret of His ever Vibrant, Radiant & Joyful nature, "Abide
In the SELF", He says, “In all conditions, I am Bliss, Bliss, Bliss
Absolute.“Adopt, Adjust & Accommodate", "Inquire Who Am I? Know Thyself
and Be Free". And each breath of His is in the remembrance of GOD and
in the service of His Gurudev Sri Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj;
Guru Bhagavan Sri Swami Chidanandaji Maharaj. Guru /Smarna/ is
unbroken in Swamiji's being.
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Learning of "Jeevan Yog" from a Yoga Acharya Sri Swami Adhyatmananda
Through TV episodes of "Jeevan Yoga" Serie
<http://divyajivan.org/Jeevan%20Yoga/Index.htm>s by Doordarshan Girnar
OMKAR - "Omkar Sadhana is the Prana of Spiritual Sadhana. Omkar is the
best Pranayam."
"The practice of Omkar destroys Tamasik thoughts and converts the
Rajasik thoughts into Sattvik thoughts. In long term if the people
living in all four directions on the earth start practising Omkar
regularly, the mental conflicts can be eliminated. Selfishness will
retire. Benevolence will be originated. The whole world can become a
family. The contradiction will decrease and smooth conversation will be
possible. The wind of pure selfless life will flow. Omkar is the highway
of world peace and welfare. Let us practice Omkar and make our life
successful" - << Read More>>
<http://divyajivan.org/Yoga_Book/Chapter_1_Omkar%20.pdf>
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Highlighting the News & Upcoming Events
Sivananda Ashram, Ahmedabad announces.....Once again, all the regular
Yoga classes, YTTC and Reiki Seminar have been canceled at the Ashram
until further notice as second wave of Covid-19 is furious and spreading
like a wild fire. *Also, the planned upcoming Satsang programs, and
scheduled Mangal Utsav, Pujya Swamiji's birthday celebrations programs
on May 3, 2021 all are canceled.* Ashram's Priest performs daily worship
at all the shrines but all the temples are closed for casual visitors.
Pujya Swami Adhyatmanandaji's Virtual Stasang programs are going on
daily through Sivananda Ashram Facebook page
<https://www.facebook.com/sivanandaahm/>. and Sivananda Ashram Youtube
Channel <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCggmYvvfNWjCFQXw49J4k1g>.
Visit Sivananda Ashram Face Book page
<https://www.facebook.com/sivanandaahm/> for more details.
Covid Seva Yajana through Ashram : The relief efforts has been continued
in the distribution of food packages of groceries, spices , oil etc to
the needy in the underprivileged area of the town. regularly. Thanks to
Ashram's Yoga Teachers Team for their Selfless Spirit. The continuation
of such a comprehensive programs have been possible only because of the
unstinting devotion and generous financial assistance provided by
selfless devotees of the Lord. Refer to the page for the details.
<http://divyajivan.org/services.htm>..........also please feel free to
contact us through email sivananda_ashram at yahoo.com or contact directly
# +91 93761 05554.
Once again, Please note,
* All regular yoga classes & Reiki Seminar have been canceled.
* upcoming YTTC ( Yoga Teacher's Training Course) May 11, 2021 to May
30, 2021 has been canceled
Be safe, stay healthy and play your part in the whole to prevent the
spread of Corona Virus!
<http://divyajivan.org/News%202021/News_April%202021.htm>
<http://divyajivan.org/News%202021/News_April%202021.htm>
News & Activity Report for the Month of April 2021
<http://divyajivan.org/News%202021/News_April%202021.htm>
News Through Event Photos
<https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipPbFg-8Q6us7INEy8WQxND0JRjM1Ll54uyNhURerVBppI6z1OO32jklw0EFZwnAOA?key=ODl6MU5WOElTZXlqSk5YLS1leUVPLWJ0ZG9yVVhB>
Divya Jivan <http://divyajivan.org/divya_jivan/index.htm> /May 2021
<http://divyajivan.org/divya_jivan/DJ_May2021/DJ_May%202021.pdf>
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*What could be a better time than now to share glimpses of the core
sentiments of love & gratitude expressed by devotees, organizers, hosts,
yoga attendees, the press reporters, sick and ailing and more... in so
many different words ! It is overwhelming. *
જીત જીત દેખું છબી તુમ્હારી
<http://divyajivan.org/Adhyatmananda%20Amrut%20Mahotsav%20Celebrations/Souvenir_Amrut%20Mahotsav.htm> a
treasure volume, compiled by a devoted couple Smt. Rupa & Sri Manish
Majmundar. The book was released on September 8, 2020 on Holy Master's
Birth Anniversary. It contains the core sentiments of love &
gratitude by devotees of Pujya Swamiji Maharaj from the East & the West.
Simply Heart touching and will be remembered for ever. There is a second
souvenir on the way soon.............with COVID Lock down it has gotten
delayed.
Thanks to all the Devotees from all over India, Taiwan, USA, Canada & UK
for their contribution.
Being with Him in close proximity during coordinating the Adhyatma Tours
all these years, you observe how immeasurable devotion Pujya Swamiji has
for His Gurudev! At every moment, whether He is thinking,
talking, delivering discourses, eating, you observe that Guru Smarana is
unbroken. HE is breathing and living for Gurudev........... Then, you
start seeing GURU's presence in your life at each step of the way and HE
assumes different forms for you then little i melts away and sevak
bhav emerges out from within. It is such a wonderful experience! It is
all Guru's Grace. Jai Sivananda! Jai Chidananda! Jai ! Adhyatmananda! -
sevak
We have been and continued to be blessed by His presence in our life and
His teachings. Wherever Swami-Ji goes, Love is there. Peace is there.
Joy is there. God is there. We are better people as a result of His
sharing of the Light.- Sharon (Sudha) Alitt (Swamini
Shrddhananda), Founder & Director of Kula Kamal Yoga Asharam, (PA)
Detroit, Michigan Community Benefited from Swami Ji’s Guidance on
Yoga, Scriptures, and “Art of Saatvik Living”. We all feel very blessed
with Swami Ji’s presence, guidance, and look forward to many more such
opportunities.- Sri Anil Lal, (President of DJSS, USA)
To a question on spiritualization of professional life, Swamiji said
anything you do, think of God. Anything you do eating, drinking, or
walking, you do whatever you are doing. at the same time keep your mind
in Him only, 100% awareness of His existence. Your profession turns
spiritual. - Ravi Ponanagi (PR, India Tribune, Atlanta)
We are fortunate and grateful to have Swamiji in our midst & to recharge
our mind/body/spirit. - Sri Rajesh Laugani, Toledo (OH)
Pujya Swamiji is the embodiment of the teachings of Holy Master Sri
Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj. He is a tireless karma yogi who utilizes
every second of his day in rendering the highest service to Mankind.; -
Hari Ragwacharlu (Milwaukee, WI)
Shri Swamiji Maharaj shared his thoughts on the subject of Guru
Mahima. He poured his heart content praising Gurudev Swami Sivanandaji
Maharaj and Guru Maharaj Swami Chidanandaji Maharaj. - Sri Kamalesh
Dave (Toronto )
Sri Swamiji's ecstatic kirtan at the Bhajan Satsang was indeed a blessed
experience for all. It was the best time for devotees of the Indian
Hindu Welfare organization (IHWO) of Northampton (UK ). - Sri Guarang
Patel (UK)
Swamiji has truly attuned Happiness at our newly started Happiness yoga
Centre. Moments spent with H. H. Swamiji are most precious and
invaluable to us - Shaishav & Sunita (Founder of Happiness Yoga Center)
Swamiji had made sure that his visits include my dad in a nursing home,
who has been in recovery from his cancer treatment. My Dad was bedridden
for quite some time but Pujya Swamiji's prayers and HIS healing
blessings brought him to come to Mandir for Satsang with us, Amazing!
heart touching for our family! We were blessed to have him. – Nartan
Shah ( San Jose)
It was indeed a joy to be a part of the most memorable event of Jalaram
Mandir Pranpratishta Mahotsav. That day, Pujya Swami Adhyatmanandaji
Maharaj ignited a special spark and created a big momentum with HIS holy
presence & Kirtan. It reminded us of the ecstatic site (that is read in
the book) of Kirtan by Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu ! - sevak << Read More>>
<http://divyajivan.org/Adhyatmananda%20Amrut%20Mahotsav%20Celebrations/Devotees%20sentiments%20of%20Gratitude.htm>
"Long Live Swamiji, We Love YOU "
With Love, Regards & Prayers ! Happy Birthday (May 3, 2021)!
_"Gurudevarpanmastu"_
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