Amrut Mahotsav Yearof Pujya Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj

Amrut Mahotsav Souvenir "Adhyatma Amrutam" was released Silently at Sri Sri Ashtalaxmi Maa's feet by His Holiness Brahmleen Sri Swami Adhyatmanandji Maharaj, Himself on His Birthday May 3, 2021 & Lokarpanam of souvenir was on Gurupurnima day, July 24, 2021 by Sivananda Ashram, Ahmedabad........."Jit Jit Dekhu Chabbi Tumahari" was released by Pujya Swamiji Maharaj on September 8, 2020 on Holy Master's Birth Anniversary. Please find the link of complete book (PDF).

Amrut Mahotsav Celebrations through ZOOM Meet (May 3, 2020)

On the Momentous occasion of Amrut Mahotsav celebrations of H. H. Swami Adhyatmanandaji's Maharaj ( May 3, 2019 to May 3, 2020)...... We start with listening to the Blessings of GuruMaharaj Sri Swami Chidanandaji Maharaj for HIS Adhyatm...............What could be a better time than now to cherish those blessed moments!

My loving pranam to all! May you all be blessed with joy, peace, and illumination!.

Today, this physical body has completed 75 years of sojourn on earth. On this day, with all humbleness, I offer my loving pranam to my mother and father who gave birth to this body. My pranams to all my ancestors, the lineage of that extend to Bhakta Kavi Narsinh Mehta.

I offer my heartfelt pranam at the Holy Feet of Most Revered & Worshipful Guru Bhagavan Sri Swami Sivananda Ji Maharaj and Bhagavat Swaroop my Gurudev Sri Swami Chidananda Ji Maharaj. And I offer my pranam to Great Saints who inspired me in my spiritual path, Bhagavan Sri Ramakrishna Paramhansa Dev, Purna Brahma Swaroop Sri Sri Maa Anandamayi Maa, Bramhswaroop Pujya Sri Yogibapa and H. H Sri Pramukh Swami Ji Maharaj and the Saints in their lineage and many others whom I have the good fortune to be in Satsang with.

What can I share about my life journey at this age of 75? What is my message?

"My Life is My Message."........."Don't be afraid of adversities, they make you strong"

Just as the deep-rooted tree stands tall in spite of the calamities in the form of severe storms, tornadoes, hail storms, or torrential rain, I have faced many adversities, ups & downs, impediments, agony, along the journey of 50 years of my monastic life and came out strong. Life has given me exuberance, joy, bubbling energy. Awakening of inner SELF lead me to spread the Glories of the DIVINE. Look at Nature, there is Fall & Spring, there is Sunrise & Sunset, there is Ebb & Flow. It is the Law of Nature. Ups & down is a part of Life. Don't be afraid of adversities, they make you strong. In all situations, be rooted in the Absolute Truth, Abide in the SELF, sing HIS Glories, Surrender at the holy feet of your Guru. Stick to the path guided by your Guru. Chant the Guru Mantra with unwavering faith. 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". “O God, I am Thine, Thy wish is mine as I have none”. Guru's Grace is unfailing; it is ever ready to help you. I have experienced in my life, you can too.

What more can I talk to you? Yes, I urged you to be safe, stay healthy, and do your part in the whole in the current COVID -19 Crisis.

We are passing through Global COVID Pandemic. It has caused a threat to human existence, millions of people are sick and suffering from the Virus, loss of human lives in a few lakhs. It is an urgent need for us to do our part at the individual level to overcome this crisis and think about what can I do to prevent the Corona virus disease at home and the people around me ? Follow the rules diligently. Keep safe social distancing. Wear a face mask.

And most importantly, think positive "WILL Power Wins ALL Powers". Maintain your mental poise, and stay cheerful, have no fear even in difficult circumstances. Enhance and build a strong immune system. Practice Yoga and Pranayama regularly. Find time to do simple Pranayama namely Anuloma Viloma or Sukh-Puravak Pranayama. Do a few rounds of Kapalbhati and Bhastrika Pranayama (if you don't have an underlying medical condition like high blood pressure or heart disease), which will boost up your energy level and enhance lung capacity. Also use lemon juice which is a rich source of Vitamin C. The simple homemade herbal drink made of lemon water with turmeric powder, ginger, and black pepper is known to be good for your immune system. Drink 8 to 10 glasses of lukewarm water during the day, good hydration is very important.

I pray for the peace of departed souls and recovery of all who are afflicted with Corona virus. I pray for the protection of frontline workers, all the doctors, paramedical staff, police force on duty, and local administration serving the society.

I feel very sad that a few days back, unfortunately, two Sannyasin in Palghar, Maharashtra area were the victim of mob lynching and they were cruelly killed. May God grant their departed souls to rest in eternal peace! We all are born as a human being divided into Hindu, Muslim, Christian or Sikh, etc, as per religious faith. But we should never forget that humanity is at the roots of all religions; humanity means love, compassion, generosity, forgiveness, peace towards all living beings, plants and trees, mountains, and rivers with who we all remain in harmonious co-existence. I pray God that may people rise above religious bias, respect every religion, and retain humanity as a core value of all religions for peaceful and harmonious coexistence.

Once again I say, Be cheerful. Be peaceful. Be Blissful. Enjoy your present moments and be with your family, eat together, pray together. Pray fervently, sincerely, and wholeheartedly. Prayer elevates the mind. It fills the mind with purity. Have perfect faith in the Lord's name. His name is your sole support and refuge. Whatever name you believe in, Ishwar, Allah, Jehovah, Ahura Mazda, Zande vats, Waheguru, Jesus, Moses, Buddha, Rama, Krishna, Durga, Kali, Ganesh or Shirdi Saibaba .......whatever name you like, remember Him. In case you are initiated into Guru Mantra, do Japa of Guru Mantra with faith and sincerity.

"Divine Name is a safe boat that can take you to the other shore of fearlessness, freedom and bliss Immortal", “In all conditions, I am Bliss, Bliss, and Bliss Absolute," says Swami Sivananda. Have Yearning for God-Realization.

What more can I say? The secret of my joy in life (of 75 years) is unbroken Guru Smarana, faith in my GURU, abiding at the Holy feet of my GURU. Ever flowing Grace & Blessings of my Guru is the supreme joy of my Life.

I am happy today for this opportunity to meet you all through the “Amdavadtak” TV media. I am thankful to Shri Harshendu Oza Ji, who is also a devotee of Sivananda Ashram, who requested me to give my message on this day.

Namaskar and Vande Mataram!

Amrut Mahotsav Celebrations through ZOOM Meet ( May 3, 2020)

Zoom Meet Photos

Amrut Mahotsav Celebrations (May 3, 2019)

Intense sentiments (Bhav) and silent prayers of countless devotees were answered and we had beautiful & memorable Amrut Mahotsav celebration of our Beloved Pujya Swamiji Maharaj through Zoom Meet even in Lockdown of COVID -19. It is all Guru's Grace!

How Blessed we are to have Pujya Swamiji's Darshan, Satsang & Blessings on this momentous occasion of His 75 th Birth Anniversary celebrations! Devotees felt Swamiji physical presence !

And how Powerful Pujya Swamiji's message, it was filled with sentiments, brought tears to some!

Devotees from the USA, UK, Canada, and all over India joined in the celebrations. There was an outpouring of sentiments of deepest gratitude & love by devotees who spoke felicitating their Beloved Swamiji Maharaj. They all shared their unique experiences and bonding with Pujya Swamiji Maharaj. How fortunate & blessed each one of us feels to be a part of this sacred event!

We will cherish the Global Oneness connected with this event forever! It was small but very special and memorable indeed!

We wished, we had more time for all who wanted to speak and express their sentiments but, Pujya Swamiji had full schedule lined up on this sacred day, never the less, all were happy to be a part of this momentous occasion of Pujya Swamiji's Amrut Mahotsav Celebrations. The meet was scheduled for an hour but it went on overtime and still could have gone on & on.

We also know that Pujya Swamiji is on the thoughts & Prayers of countless devotees all over the globe today. We share the " Reflection" & post-event messages from the devotees, herewith. They thanked the host of the Zoom meet to organize this event. In fact, the hosts feel fortunate to get this blessed opportunity to be a tiny dot (not even) of the whole.

We Pray for Pujya Swamiji's Good health & long life, So HE could be a guiding light to the spiritual aspirant all over.

We pray for the Peace in the World,

With love, regards & prayers,

At the Holy Feet of God Gurudev,
sevak (May 3, 2020)

Amrut Mahotsav Souvenir

"A treasure volume", compiled by a devoted couple Smt. Rupa & Sri Manish Majmundar, an ardent devotees of Pujya Swamiji on the occasion of Amrut Mahotsav Celebrations year (May 3, 2019 - May 3, 2020) of H. H. Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj. 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.....will be remembered for ever.

Thanks to all the Devotees from all over India, Taiwan, USA, Canada & UK for their contribution and thanks to Smt. Rupaben for her wonderful gesture of love & gratitude.

Please find the Link to complete Amrut Mahotsav Souvenir (pdf)

"WILL Power Wins ALL Powers"- Swami Adhyatmananda. How powerful and inspiring these words are at the present time of Gobal COVID -19 Crisis!

Jnan Yajana - Prasthan Trayee Parayan ( Nov 24, 2019, to Dec 6, 2019): The Prasthan Trayee Parayan was organized as a part of Amrut Mahotsav Celebration of Pujya Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj. A grand starting session of Prasthan Trayee Parayan on Nov 24, 2019, was in the holy presence of Paramadrsh Vedanta Peethathiswar Sri Swami Bhaskarananda Saraswati Ji at Chidananda Dhyan Mandir, Sivananda Ashram, Ahmedabad. Pujya Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj gave an inaugural speech and enlightened all. About more than fifty Saints, Mahatmas, Mahamandleshwers, and Bhramcharis as well devotees attended this sacred JanaYajana. Pujya Sri Swami Sarvananda Giriji was the Pramukh Acharya and had led the entire Jana Yajana. It was full twelve hours of daily program schedule that included recitation of Brahma Sutras, Ten Principal Upanishad namely; Isha, Kena, and Katha, Prashan, Mundaka, Mandukya, Tattiriya, Aitareya, Chhandogya and Brihadaranyaka, Bhagavat Gita and Sri Vishnu Sahsranama and two hours of discourses on “MANDUKYA UPANISHAD” and Mandukya Karikas by learned scholars from 4.30 pm to 6.30 pm.

It was a spiritual feast for the devotees to listen to great MANDUKYA UPANISHAD and its explanatory treatise Mandukya Karika by Acharya Gaudapada. The Mandukya Upanishad mantras provide us with the staple food for our intellect by enunciating the Truth while the Karika graphically reveals to us a line of inquiry and thinking with logic and reason to find out that Truth.

The statement “Brahma Satyam Jagat mithya – Brahman is the only reality and all the others are mithya or illusory, an unending dream” puts in a nutshell the entire non- dualistic philosophy of Adi Sankara and his teacher’s teacher Gaudapada. But any person even with a minimum intelligence is bound to argue how this everlasting universe perceived by him and others like him day in and day out in the waking state be a dream? The response to this question is very meticulously investigated and expounded in the great MANDUKYA UPANISHAD and its explanatory treatise Mandukya Karika by Acharya Gaudapada.

The Jnana Yajana of Prasthan Trayee Parayan was organized as a part of Amrut Mahotsav Celebration of Pujya Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj. The 12/13 days Parayan was concluded on December 6, 2019.

Bhagavat Katha at Rishikesh (October 31, 2019, to Nov 6, 2019): How fortunate and blessed are those who could attend Srimad Bhagawat Katha by His Holiness Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj adorning on Vyasasan! It was indeed a grand and memorable event for one and all. This was attended by more than 700 devotees from all over India, as well as from Taiwan and the USA. It was organized as a part of Platinum Jubilee 75 th Birth Anniversary Celebrations of H.H. Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj at Parmarth Niketan, Rishikesh.

Pujya Swamiji discourses on Bhagavat Kathamrut was enlightening, Krishna Janmotsav, Krishna Lilla, Goverdhan Puja, Rukhmini Vivah, the teachings given by Lord Krishna to Uddhava on the eve of His departure, the Soul-stirring Kirtan ... all were a Divine experience for all.

Mahamandleshwar Sri Swami Ashanganandaji Maharaj of ParmarthNiketan Blessed the devotees with HIS Presence. Pujya Swami Chidananda Sarswati (Muniji) and Pujya Sadhviji were Present.

The credit goes to a dedicated team of Sivananda Parivar working behind the scene for the past few months to organize this sacred occasion for the benefits of all. The Bhagavat Katha concluded on Nov 6, 2019.

Pujya Swami Adhyatmanandaji’s Amrut Mahotsav tour to the West commenced on Sept 10, 2019, from Chicago. Organizers group at various centers expresses their deepest gratitude and love to Swamiji for receiving Pujya Swamiji’s Satsang and blessings again this year. It is all the Grace of the Holy Master Sri Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj & Gurumaharaj Sri Swami Chidanandaji Maharaj!

The Highlights of Adhyatma Tour 2019........ Amrut Mahotsav Celebrations of Pujya Swamiji Maharaj at Chicago in a small, simple and special, Pujya Swamiji attended a grand celebration of 150th Birth Anniversary of Pujya Bapuji, Mahatma Gandhi Ji at Atlanta Great coverage in "India Tribune" by Ravi Ponangi, Pujya Swamiji's august presence at Hindu Mandir Executives' Conference at New Jersey, Spiritual Retreat at Kula Kamala Yoga School, Yoga Retreat at Hindu Temple of Greater Chicago (HTGC), Spiritual Retreat at Happiness Yoga Center and more……The Tour took (Sept 10, 2019 – Oct 22, 2019 ) him to Chicago, Madison, Milwaukee, Kul-Kamala Foundation & Yoga center, New Jersey & vicinity area centers, Toronto- Windsor (Canada), Detroit, Toledo, Tampa(FL), Atlanta, Lorton, ( VA), Charlotte, Houston, Chicago and to the UK. Swamiji is back to the Ashram on Oct 23, 2019.

Devi Bhagawat Katha (April 19, 2019 to April 27, 2019) : Annual function of Sivananda Ashram commenced with discourses on Sri Devi Bhagavat by Sri Swamij Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj on Vyas Peeth at Sri Sri Sri Ashta Laxmi Bhavan. A great number of devotees attended the daily discourses for nine days on Devi Bhagavata Purana. Nirvana Peethadhishwar Acharya Maha Mandaleshwar Srimat Swami Vishokanandaji Maharaj remained present in Sri Devi Bhagavat Katha and blessed the devotees. Also, Sanyasini Sri Anand Murti Guru Maa visited Sivananda Ashram during Sri Devi Bhagavat Katha and her presence was honored. Her holy presence was appreciated by all.

805^th Yogasana, Pranayam & Meditation camp (April 18, 2019 to April 29, 2019): Early Morning Yogasana, Pranayam and Meditation shibir by Pujya Swamiji began on April 18, 2019 and was attended by about 750 yoga lovers. In the evening, Sunderkand parayan was organized in the voice of Shri Nandkishorji.

Sri Hanumant Yajna and Archana were arranged on the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti on April 19, 2019.

On April 21, 2019, Garaba, Devi worship in praise of Maa was organized. Bansariben Bhatt's vocal brought a special favor and enjoyed by all.

On April 23. 2019 "Mata Ki Chowki" was organized in the voice of famous bhakti Sangeet singer Sri Ajay Yajnikji from Delhi. A large number of people from Punjab, Uttar Pradesh – Hindi speaking class participated and took benefit of this holy recitation in praise of Maa Ashtalaxmi.

On Sunday, April 25, 2019 Voluntary blood donation camp was organized at the ashram. 90 people donated blood.

On April 27, 2019 Ladies artists from " Nartan School of Performing Arts" founded by Srimati Smita Shastri ji, who has received " Gujarat Ratna Gaurav" presented Nrutyanjali program, that was amazing.

On April 28, 2019, Annual Regional Conference of "Gujarat Divya Jivan Sangh" commenced early morning and continued till 8.30 night. The morning session was started with Jay Ganesh Prarthana and then there was a very inspiring lecture by Sri Shyam Sundar Paliwalji, Sarpanch of Piplantri village of Rajasthan. After that, the interspecific lecture by Dr. Nirja Gupta, Principal, Bhavan’s College was welcomed by all.

The first session of the conference was concluded with meditation at noon. After lunch, the second session began with the group recitation of "Sri Vishnu Sahasranam." Sri Arunbhai Oza, an Institute’s senior disciple discussed our Monthly spiritual journal "Divya Jivan" circulation drive to enable it to reach to more and more people. Sri Arunbhai with Vice President Sri Atulbhai Parikh has been working hard towards it and recently have enrolled 750 schools for one year and having 75-lifetime subscribers.

Concluding of this session was Pujya Swamiji's discourse on the subject "Achar Prabhavo Dharmah" enlightened everyone.

After that, Dr. Sri Swami Muktanandaji Maharaj, President of Sri Harkesh Ashram, gave a very inspiring speech on the subject of "Our duties in the context of current national situation" was well received.

The evening session was presided over by Brahmakumari Sri Shivani Didiji. Since morning, more than 1000 devotees were present for the session. The special arrangement of audio facilities was arranged on the first floor of the building for those who could not find the place in Chicananda Hall, the main venue on the second floor of "Chidanandam". 1650 devotees were served prasad dinner (Bhandara) at the conclusion of the day.

On April 29, 2019, Eighteenth Brahmotsava of Sri Sri Sri Ashta Laxmi Bhavan was celebrated. Navchandi Laxmi Homam and then mid-day Prashad (Bhandara) was organized in the morning. A discourse on the subject "Atha Ken Prayuktoayam Papam Charati Purushah" by Revered Sanyasini Pujya Sri Vidyaprakashananda Mataji well received by all.

Manipuri, Kathak, Bharat Natyam dances were presented by artists from Ahmedabad, Assam, Manipur, Kolkata, Jaipur, Delhi, and Trivandrum in the International Dance Festival celebrated at Sivananda Ashram, Ahmedabad.

On April 30, 2019, evening satsang high lighted with a thought-provoking discourse on the subject of "Two wings of Adhyatma – Discrimination and Patience".was delivered by (Vahelal’s) Pujya Swamini Sri Anantananda Mataji.

After that, Kathak, Mohini Attam, Kuchipudi, Bharat Natyam, and Odissi dances were presented on the second day of International Dance Festival. This dances were sponsored by Sri J. G. College of Performing Arts, Indian Council for Cultural Relations and Sivananda Ashram, Ahmedabad. Sri John G. Varghese, Director of J. G. Performing Arts and President of Y. M. C. A., Ahmedabad remained present on both days.

On May 1, 2019 Pujya Swamiji was honored with "Gujarat Ratna Gaurav" award jointly by Gujarat Public Affairs Council of Canada (GPCA ) and Gujarat Samaj (USA) on the occasion of "Gujarat Day" in the evening at 5.30 pm in the auditorium of Ahmedabad Management Association (AMA).

Pujya Sri Swami Asanganandaji Maharaj, President of Jnan Vihar Ashram, Heranj, delivered enlightening discourse on the subject of "Inner travel" from 6 pm to 7 pm in the evening. After that memorable dance performance by artists of Nrutya Bharati Institute was performed.

On May 2, 2019, we had with us Srimat Swami Nikhileshwaranandaji Maharaj, President of Sri Ramakrishna Ashram from Rajkot. He gave inspiring discourse on the subject of "The Visible Form of Adhyatma Darshan - Sri Ramakrishna Dev".

Garba in Sanskrit was sponsored by "Eklavya Sanskrit Academy" at night and that enchanted everyone.

On May 3, 2019 Annual function culminated in 75^th Prakatya Mahotsav of His Holiness Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj. Shehnai Vadan early in the morning, by Gaekwad Brothers, brought divine & peaceful vibrations. After morning prayers and meditation, Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj expressed his hearty feelings on "Guru Mahima". Yoga teachers and devotees felicitated Pujya Sri Swamiji Maharaj.

After breakfast, everyone visited temples of the ashram for prayers and Paduka Poojan of Guru Bhagwan Sri Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj and Srimat Swami Chidanandaji Maharaj, Pad Poojan of Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj by devotees of their beloved Swamiji's Maharaj was performed, followed by Ayushya Homam, Narayan Seva and Bhandara at noon.

The evening festivity began with Shehnai Vadan and Prayers from boys and girls students of Dr. Shivaniji’s Institute. Honorable Sri Laheriji and Dr. Mihir Upadhyay was awarded "Manav Bhushan" and "Sanskrit Bhushan" respectively by His Excellency Governor of Gujarat Respected Sri Om Prakash Kohliji. Sri John G. Varghese welcomed Pujya Swamiji. Honorable Governor of Gujarat Sri Kohliji delivered an enlightening discourse on the subject "Manavata Se ".

A Bhakti sangeet by Pandit Sri Vikas Parikh, Sri Niraj Parikh and Sri Matang Parikh family charged the atmosphere with divine vibrations and it continued till midnight. That followed midnight meditation with the background Sahnai music. The festivity concluded with Shringar worship by the devotees of their beloved Pujya Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj. They dressed him up with Mukut and yellow silken rob in the image of the Lord himself and Pujya Swamiji honoring the devotee's sentiments, let it happen without a least touched by all that outside Shaw.

During all the days of this annual function, Japa of Maha Mrutyunjay Mantra chanting for two hours in the morning and Bhandara-Maha Prashad after night program was arranged.

On April 5, 2019, Annual function of Sivananda Ashram, Divya Jivan Sanskrutik Sangh and Gujarat Divya Jivan Sangh, Ahmedabad was concluded with Sadhu Bhojan, Bhandara in the morning and Sunderkand by Sri Shastri ji Bharatbhai Sadhu in the evening.

The brief of everyday satsang during the Annual function is being published in the "Divya Jivan" monthly magazine of May-June 2019 issue. Ashram was Blessed by Saints of Guru Bhagwan Srimat Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj's lineage and Mahatma's from Gangotri, Badrinarayanaya, Jagannath Puri, Sri Rameshwaram, Rishikesh, Haridwar and Narmada shore. They all stayed and blessed the occasion. Devotees were blessed by their holy presence and satsanga.

32 yoga lovers lead by Sri James Lo from Sivananda Yoga Studio, Taipei, Taiwan, many devotees from Lucknow, Delhi, Bhubaneshwar, Barhampur and all over Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and Punjab came to be a part of this momentous occasion of Pujya Swami Adhyatmanandji Maharaj's Amrut Mahotsav Celebrations. Ashram administration thanks them all.

Amrut Mahotsav Year of His Holiness Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj : This year is Pujya Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj's Amrut Mahotsav year (75 ^th celebration). During HIS Amrut Mahotsav year Satsang programs, Spiritual Retreat, Pilgrimage to holy places, Srimad Bhagawat Saptah, Daridranarayan Seva, Anand Utsav at the Ashram, Satsang Tour to the West, Yoga Retreat, Seva Projects and more.... are organized by the Ashram.

You are invited to join with Ashram's devotees group for pilgrimage to Vaishanvo Devi (March 23, 2019 to March 28, 2019), Devi Bhagawatam ( April 19, 2019 to April 27, 2019) at the Ashram and Srimad Bhagawat Katha (Oct 31, 2019 to Nov 6, 2019) by Pujya Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj on Vyasapeeth in Rishikesh on the bank of holy Ganges at the Parmarth Niketan Ashram. Plan ahead for these events, for more details, please contact the Ashram office by e mail sivananda_ashram@yahoo.com or by Telephone # 079-26861234 Fax # 079-26862345

Join with us in Divya Jivan Sanskrutik Sangh Annual Meeting on April 28, 2019, Navchandi Yajana, Sri Asthalaxmi Patotsav on April 29, 2019 and Pujya Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj's Amrut Mahotsav Celebrations in the company of Mahatmas and receiving their blessings May 3, 2019 onwards ........... Be a part of Pujya Swamiji 's Amrut Mahotsv and be benefitted!

Pilgrimage to Vaishanvo Devi (March 23, 2019 to March 28, 2019) : You are invited to Join the devotee Group to the Pilgrimage with Pujya Swamiji Maharaj. Please contact the Ashram office by e mail sivananda_ashram@yahoo.com or by Telephone # 079-26861234 Fax # 079-26862345

Srimad Bhagawat Katha at Sivananda Ashram(April 19, 2019 - April 27, 2019 ) by H. H. Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj on Vyaspeeth (3.30 pm - 7.00pm)

Srimad Bhagawat Katha at Haridwar ( Oct 31, 2019 to Nov 6, 2019) by H. H. Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj on Vyaspeeth. You are invited to join the group to the pilgrimage to Haridwar for Srimad Bhagawat Katha, please fill out the application form and submit at Ashram's office. It would facilitate to make travel and stay arrangements etc at Haridwar.... application form.

Amrut Mahotsav Celebration Year ( May 3, 2019 - May 3, 2020 ) of His Holiness Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj : This year is Pujya Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj's Amrut Mahotsav year (75 ^th celebration). During HIS Amrut Mahotsav year Satsang programs, Spiritual Retreat, Pilgrimage to holy places, Srimad Bhagawat Saptah, Daridranarayan Seva, Anand Utsav at the Ashram, Satsang Tour to the West, Yoga Retreat, Seva Projects and more.... are organized by the Ashram.

Srimad Devi Bhagwatam at Sivananda Ashram (April 19, 2019 - April 27, 2019 ) by H. H. Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj on Vyaspeeth (3.30 pm - 7.00pm)

Srimad Bhagawat Katha at Haridwar (Oct 31, 2019 to Nov 6, 2019) by H. H. Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj on Vyaspeeth. You are invited to join the group to the pilgrimage to Haridwar for Srimad Bhagawat Katha, please fill out the application form and submit at Ashram's office. It would facilitate to make travel and stay arrangements etc at Haridwar.... application form.

Jnan Yajana - Prasthan Trayee Parayan ( Nov 24, 2019, to Dec 6, 2019): Please join with us for Shankarbhasya Parayanjali starting from Nov 24, 2019 to Dec 6, 2019. The daily session start at 5.45 am with Shanti Path & Prashtantryee Parayan, Srimad Bhagavad Gita Parayan, Sankarbhasya Parayan from 6 am to 3.30pm, follows discourses on "Mandukyakarika" (4.30 pm -6.30 pm), Aarti & prasad to conclude on 6.45pm.

Pilgrimage to Vaishanvo Devi -Siddhabari (March 3, 2020 to March 9, 2019) : Please contact the Ashram office by Telephone # 079-26861234 Fax # 079-26862345 or e mail sivananda_ashram@yahoo.com

On the Momentous occasion of "Amrut Mahotsav" (Celebrating 75^th Birth Anniversary) of H. H. Swami Adhyatmanandaji's Maharaj (May 3, 2019 to May 3, 2020)

"Blessed Immortal Atman! Beloved children of the divine! I am extremely happy and rejoice immensely to give this few words as a forward to this beautiful recording of the chanting of the Divine name, select few kirtans and bhajans and also certain important Sanskrit verses suitable for repeated daily as a part of your daily prayers and daily worship. This chants, sankirtan as well as Sanskrit slokas have been recorded by Sri Swami Adhytmananda Saraswati belonging to the monastic order of beloved and worshipful Gurumaharaj Sri Swami Sivanandaji Sarashwati, Sivananda Ashram, Rishikesh, Headquarters of Divine Life Society."

"Swami Adhyatmanandaji is a great devotee of Shree Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj and also very enthusiastic pracharak and propagator of Gurudev's Divine Life message yoga Vedanta and spiritual life and sadhana. And also especially in training people in ancient psychophysical science of Hatha yoga. He is expecting teaching asanas, Pranayama, Surya Namaskar, Relaxation techniques and Kriyas. And he is very much in demand throughout India in all the branches of Divine Life Society where he is called to conduct courses on yoga and also Spiritual Retreats and to give talks on Bhagavad Gita, Spiritual life in general and Sadhana in particular".........." Swami Adhyatmanandaji has dedicated his entire life for this cause of spreading the Gurudev mission throughout India and maybe also abroad if, the time comes and Gurudev so wills '....... 'Hari OM Tatsat! God Bless you, all" - Swami Chidananda << Read complete>>

How True are those Words!

Spreading the message of Holy Master Sri Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj and to live by it is the constant preoccupation of Sri. Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj. His Life and each breath have been dedicated to spreading the ancient wisdom of Yoga and Vedanta through simple and practical teachings of Gurudev Sri Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj and Gurumaharaj Sri Swami Chidanandaji Maharaj. Wherever he went, he talked about the simple message of Holy Master Sri Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj- “Serve, Love, Meditate & Realize” and guidelines of daily Sadhana through Gurudev’s “Twenty Spiritual Instructions”. Devotees welcomed him here in the west for his simplicity, sincerity, and love for teaching Yoga way of life.

Pujya Swamiji carries a spark of love, light & joy. He kindles and inspires people, whoever come in contact with HIM. HIS Divine satsang and Yoga teaching has brought joy, peace & bliss to countless spiritual aspirants and yoga enthusiasts in the West, India and over the Globe. People ask Pujya Swamiji the secret of His ever Vibrant, Radiant & Joyful nature? "Abide In The SELF", He says………." In all condition, I am Bliss, Bliss, Bliss Absolute"……Adopt, Adjust & Accommodate" ……And each breath of His is in the remembrance of GOD and in the service of His Gurudev Sri Swami Sivanandaji Mahahraj & Guru Bhagavan Sri Swami Chidanandaji Maharaj. Their ever flowing Grace is the force behind everything.

It is always a joy for the devotees here in the West to receive Pujya Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj's satsang and blessings all these years. Summer comes and devotees in the West start inquiring about Pujya Swamiji's visit and His satsang programs. In fact, their love pulls Sri Swamiji from HIS busy programs schedule in India and bring HIM amongst their midst here in the West Year after Year. For the past 25 years, Adhyatma Tours to the West (USA, Canada & UK) have unfolded as per the WILL of God Gurudev.

Here we bring you just the glimpses of the core feelings 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 and what could be the better time than now to share them with all while we are celebrating Pujya Swamiji's Amrut Mahotsav!

"With the Grace of Divine, we got the opportunity to host Pujya Swamiji on His first visit to the USA and thereafter for the past twenty-five years we are fortunate to receive HIS Satsang and Blessings in abundance. The peculiar joy that we experience in HIS presence is inexplicable and difficult to describe. The mere presence of His lifts us to a different plane of spirituality and enlightenment that lingers on. We feel being bathed in love and purity. We are touched by His radiating divinity and the multifaceted magnetic personality. How could you describe Infinite with finite Words! We feel that Unmanifest has found an able instrument in Him to manifest His Grace & Divinity."..........."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 or delivering discourses... 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!" - Minal & Bharat Naik

"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 (Founder & Director of of Kula Kamal Yoga School, PA )

"It is always a joy to receive Sri Swami Adhyatmananda ji Maharaj at Anoopam Mission. To see Him and Revered Sahebdada is to see conflations of holy rivers Ganga and Yamuna. We have never felt that he comes from a different organization. He is very much " Anoopam". We wish for his visits to AMUK, again and again, to inspire us Sadhus' and devotees to live and lead the pious life to the very core." - Himmat Swami (UK)

"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 presences & guidance, and look forward to many more such opportunities." -Anil Lal, (President of DJSS, USA)

"We are fortunate and grateful to have Swamiji in our midst to "recharge" our mind/body/spirit and look forward to his next visit." - Sri Rajesh Laugani, Toledo (OH)

"Sri Swamiji's ecstatic kirtan at the Bhajan satsang was indeed a blessed experience for all. It was the best time for devotees of Indian Hindu Welfare organization (IHWO) of Northampton (UK ). Everyone is very happy and keen to invite him to his earliest with much longer stay" - Sri Guarang Patel (UK)

"At Sanatan Shiv Shakti Mandir (Houston) H. H. Swamiji addressed the devotees on the subject of the sixteenth chapter of Srimad Bhagwad Gita - "Divine & Demonic Natures". It was a nectar outpouring by Pujya Swamiji. It was indeed a blessed experience for all" - Sri Dhaval Trivedi,(Houston)

"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 into spiritual."- Ravi Ponanagi (PR, India Tribune, Atlanta)

"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! I was impressed by Swamiji's punctuality and commitment about his time and event. We were blessed to have him." -Nartan Shah (San Jose, CA)

"Our time with Swamiji during his visit this year was full of blessings, so many it is impossible to count. Everyone at Kula Kamala Yoga Ashram was overjoyed by their time with Swamiji and hold His powerful words and His Presence in their heart. Swamiji’s presence is especially meaningful to Sudha and Ed, as Ed continues his healing journey. Swamiji conducted home and rituals and provided guidance for Ed and Sudha on their continued path of health, service, spirituality, and life. We are all deeply grateful for Swamiji’s teachings and His presence in our lives. We are already looking forward to His next visit! - Sudha, Sharon Alitt. (Reading, PA)

"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)

"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)

“Swamiji, as he is respectfully known, is an ordinary man who has mastered extraordinary skills and discipline. He moves around the world with the greatest of ease, more like a young butterfly than a 65-year-old man. He is kind, generous and extremely articulate and has a good sense of humor. I spent an hour talking with him and his special graces made my day much more worth living. It’s true when they say words cannot describe him.” – Celeste Regal, reporter of <<<<Observer (New Jersey)>>

"There's so much wisdom behind what he says, and yet it is so simple", Smith said. "His teaching applies to all, regardless of religion or walk of life. He's very humble. He speaks to the person." "Swami shares peaceful philosophy with Utahn ", interview by Jason Bergreen of "Salt Lake Tribune", a leading newspaper of Salt Lake City.

"I echo everyone's feeling. Past two weeks New Jersey's devotees were poured with Sadguru's grace and Param Kripalu Parmatma's blessings. Pujya Shree SwamiJi's Tititksha on the very first day has taught us the lesson, tiring and delayed journey from Toronto to NJ and but keeping him up with the set agenda was amazing - Bhiksha at our home, Meeting with Sri Umeshbhai and Pujya Sri Swamiji followed by starting program at Sri Sanatan Mandir.... dealing with NJ's traffic and distances did not bother him at all.- Tejal & Amit Shah (New Jersey)

"Adhyatma Tour 2018 of Pujya Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj commenced from Chicago on Sept 15, 2018. As always, Pujya Swamiji received a warm welcome by Naiks. His holy presence fills their hearts with unspeakable joy. They wait for these moments, even the Mogara flowers in their home waited for the full bloom for Swamiji's arrival and expressed joy in its own way with spreading sweet fragrance and making a natural Rangoli."- Naik's

It is all divine grace that we could have Swamiji at our house. Discourse on Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra was eyes opening, especially about "sughandhim" and "pushtivardhnam" words. -Durga Kanuru

"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 of the ecstatic site (that is read in the book) of Kirtan by Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu !" - sevak

Yoga Retreat from July 13, 2014 - July 16, 2014 at the Hindu Temple of Greater Chicago, We are so fortunate that were able to learn from you starting from Guru Purnima, renewing and deepening our yoga practice. Many thanks to our dearest Vice President Tilak ji and President Sri Bhima Reddy garu and all of our HTGC Yoga Students and selfless and dedicated volunteers for their continuous full support and encouragement for this successful event. – Prasad Ji , Yoga chair at Hindu Temple of Greater Chicago

During his stay in Toronto Swamij was invited by a number of families and corporate houses to grace and bless them. Farewell satsang for Rev. Swamiji was again organized at Shri Gur Mandir on Saturday, June 24th in the evening. Shri Swamiji Maharaj shared his view on the subject of Guru Mahima. He poured his heart content praising Gurudev Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj and Guru Maharaj Swami Chidanandaji Maharaj. He added, to receive Guru's grace is to live by the ideals taught by GURU and not to worship the form of GURU.- Sri Kamalesh Dave (Toronto )

"We had a wonderful time with Swamiji during his stay in Atlanta. People who attended Srimad Bhagawat katha had an unforgettable experience." - Dr. Prakashbhai Desai (Atlanta)

“He gives so much Swamiji's words and spirit will be with me forever.”........“Listening to the teaching style and stories Swami-Ji has shared, I feel the Love of God blossoming in me."...........“My life has profoundly changed for the better.”........“It has truly been an honor to have the experience of learning from Swami-Ji… It has also been amazing to experience his beautiful gift of chanting with such intricate intervals.”.................“Being in His presence brings feelings of love, kindness, calmness… his knowledge, history and experience allow me to walk away with the tools I need to continue my journey toward becoming a Yogi.” - Yoga attendees from Kul -Kamal Yoga School

"Swami Adhyatmanandaji is known for making Hinduism practical and relevant to modern life. A holy man credited with bringing about a spiritual awakening through his teachings, he has helped young people caught up in drug addiction as well as business leaders seeking greater meaning in their work." - Toledo Blade (Newspaper)

"I am a member of Seniors club at the Hindu Heritage Centre.I don't attend every meeting but was lucky enough to be present last week when you addressed the members. It lasted about 50 minutes only but every minute was like being in heavens. As I told you in the evening when we met again, I have collected my most memorable 50 minutes of my life. It was amazing to see the discourse being presented in most entertaining manner. Your wit, your sense of humour, your knowledge, your command of languages, your powerful voice supported by expression, and your rich experience - all blended to perfection. As if it was not enough, your taste and awareness of ragas and taal were simply awesome (or, if I dare say "Chha Gaye", Swamiji)" - Jag Sahai (Hindu Heritage Center, Toronto)

"Swamiji’s presence and discourses to adults and children in Charlotte were very inspirational and lively. Each evening, Swamiji spoke on various topics."- Santanu & Bhabani Sarkar (Charlotte, NC)

"How privileged we are that you graced our home Prem-Kunj and showered us with your love, your simplicity, Your wisdom words and your amazing motto 3A (Adopt, Adjust, Accommodate)! Vimal and i can not describe in words the joy we experienced being with you, spend time with you, listening to your most melodious music, Manglam bhajan, smiled at your humor way of explaining “Honey”, “Sweet Heart”, “MYOB” and above all, your so many “ities” teaching." - Papuu and Vimal Sodhajni ji (New Jersey)

"Bharat Sevashram Sangh and all devotees are profoundly thankful to Swami Adhyatmanand Ji to bless us with his teachings that are applicable to daily life and his love."- Umesh Shuklaji (New Jersey)

"Poonam Gupta, a director of Universal Spirit Yoga writes, "Universal Spirit Yoga center was blessed again by Pujya Swamiji's visit on Sep 15th. Swamiji beautifully explained how self-reflection on all our thoughts and actions is important to living at a conscientious level. How our actions impact and have a chain reaction on the entire universe. Self-reflection helps us physically as well as spiritually. Swamiji blessed and shared the simple meal prepared by the devotees. Everyone enjoys and appreciates his sense of humor, his simplicity and humility".

"Respected Swami Adhyatmanandaji - Mandir of Madison committee and Volunteer team members really appreciate Guruji's visit and blessings to every one every time he comes to USA. This time it was a special blessings of Lord Balaji's kalyanam & 1st Ratho Utsav. Special Thanks again for supporting Lord Balaji's 1st Ratho Utsav." - Smt. Majuji & Sri Jagdishji

We are so blessed to have the opportunity to learn yog and spirituality first hand from you. We don't know how to thank you enough for all that you do for us. You showered us with your grace by offering five sessions of both yog and satsang. - Ajit Kothari , President of Sanatan Mandir, (Parsippany, New Jersey)

"Swami Adhyatmananda carries the gift of Love and Light wherever he goes. During his time with our community in South/Central New Jersey, Swamiji touched the hearts of all, bringing Healing Blessings to all. We are forever grateful for the time we spend with Him." - Sharon (Sudha) Alitt

" Jai Shree Krishna! On Oct 14th, we had another wonderful day. We had a yoga class in the morning and the second yoga class at night, with over thirty people. We also had a short sitar concert by candlelight. Swamiji had us sit in meditation and sink us into the music. And as Swamiji said, we went into the Self, beyond cause and effect. I am so blessed to have him here. I am soaking up his presence and I feel so full. And I am happy to see my students having the same experience." - Myra Romero , Yoga Teacher (Ruidoso, New Mexico)

" I had the wonderful pleasure of attending the yoga classes conducted by Swami Adhyatmanada at the Hindu Temple & Cultural Center in Pelham. I practice yoga on a regular basis in the Birmingham (Alabama) area and getting to the opportunity to take yoga classes instructed by Swami Adhyatmanadaji has been one of the high points to this date. It had to describe in words but this will offer some insight. It was a wonderfully exhilarating, invigorating, and spiritually uplifting experience. WOW!" - Paul Wolff (Birmingham Alabama).

"Our time with Swamiji during his visit this year was full of blessings, so many it is impossible to count. Everyone at Kula Kamala Yoga Ashram were overjoyed by their time with Swamiji and hold His powerful words and His Presence in their heart. Hari OM" - Sharon Alitt. (Reading, PA)

"Pujya Swamiji spent two days with us and every moment was something out of this world, I felt. We all were humbled by Swamijis simplicity. He was very humble, simple and very easy to go on. Very different from many other Priests, Acharyas, and Swamis. It was our great pleasure to have him in our home." - Dr. Indra Rastogi. (Louisville, Kentucky)

"It was very busy two days of schedule for Pujya Swamiji at Charlotte but he never looked tired, always looked bright, cheerful and full of energy, a storehouse of knowledge. His expression was so kind and joyful to observe any time of the day. It helped me to understand the path of happiness & power of soul. I am happy that Pujya Swamiji came to our home and blessed us." - Chitra Sukumar Medda (Charlotte, NC)

"Prayer is the only answer for peace. Pray frequently. Pray sincerely. Pray from the depth of your heart. Prayer is not asking or demanding anything. Prayer is a bridge between the individual and cosmic soul. No prayers are unanswered, sooner or later all prayers are answered. So pray and pray, night and day; and without prayer do not pass the way." This was the essence of the message conveyed by Swami Adhyatmananda, President, Sivananda Ashram, Ahmedabad, during his recent visit Los Angeles, CA.

By Sudha ( Sharon) Alitt ( New Jersey)

Namo Narayanaya,
Dearest Blessed Swamiji,
Thank you for Your visit to kula-kamala-yoga.
The students and community at kula kamala receive the greatest benefit from Your Presence and Your Teachings on Peace and on Yoga Nidra.
As you know there were several students present this year who are currently living with cancer. After the program, many of them shared with me that the Yoga Nidra practice touched them deeply and allowed them to relax fully for the first time in a long time. All of the students commented on Your kindness, Your gentle humor and Your ability to bring us all together in Grace. We are all so grateful for Your presence in our lives. Every time you visit us we are elevated to a new level of awareness. We are Eternally Thankful for You.
In Loving Service, Sudha, Ed & everyone at kula-kamala-yoga, Toms River, NJ.

"We, Friends in Michigan, had a joyous time with Swami Adhyatmanandaji listening to many beautiful Pravachans and attending the morning Yoga sessions from July 18, 2014, till July 24, 2014, this year. We all Friends in Michigan enjoyed every minute of Swamiji’s all lectures and his cheerfulness in providing us the divine guidance.

Along with the Spiritual Well Being, Swamiji is very much aware of the need of the Physical Well Being of Friends in Michigan. He is a very astute manner tailored the morning Yoga Classes to suit the need of the group and enabling them maximum benefit. We all thank Swamiji for his keen interest in our well beings.

We want to share a story of a young boy, Deepak Laugani - He made packages of fresh mint from his back yard garden and sold at the satsang place and he donated the entire collection to DJSS for the benefits of Indian Children. Our hats off to His thoughtfulness and his parents Rohit & Priya Laugani."

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Report by Sri. Ravi Ponangi (PR India Tribune)
From Atlanta

Swami Adhyatmanandaji’s Yoga classes reverberated in Atlanta: Free Yoga classes conducted by Swami Adhyatmananda from Nov 4, 2004 to Nov 8, 2004 attracted many and the way Swami taught yoga to participants still reverberating in the minds of all participants. Young, old and children from all walks of life participated in these yoga classes enthusiastically. People from diverse nations and cultures attended these classes in big numbers as the Atlanta based news daily; Atlanta Constitution journal had published a story on yoga with Swamiji’s bio just before Swami’s arrival in Atlanta. Hence yoga has caught up in a big way with the people of Atlanta. Dr Prakash Desai, facilitator of Swamiji’s yoga classes said to India Tribune, as a result of the publication in Atlanta Constitution, there were five to six missing calls while answering a call from one yoga enthusiastic. Experienced a very hard time to attend phone calls received from people who wanted to attend these yoga classes, Dr Desai added, there was an overwhelming response, he said. Each day, morning and evening couple of hundreds that include householders, office goers, doctors, lawyers and businessmen throng to the five day free yoga classes conducted by Swami Adhyatmananda set up at two locations one at India Cultural and Religious centre, Smyrna in the morning and another at Global Mall on Jimmy Carter in the evenings. Participants had immersed themselves in the learning and practice of yoga.
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" Pujya Swami Adhyatmanandaji - All of us HTGC yoga students and teachers are deeply honored and privileged to learn and re-learn many teachings and lessons of yoga from you every year. With deepest gratitude and respects to you for gracing yet another year of "HTGCYogaRetreat2016"- Sri Parasad Ji Yoga Chair, HTGC

Pujya Swami Adhyatmananda-Ji Maharaj arrived at Kula Kamala Ashram in Reading PA safely and joyfully on July 17th. He was welcomed with a Community Dinner and served the Grace of God through Satsang that same evening. All the people had hearts of gratitude and peace for the teaching of His Holiness.
During the week Swami-Ji has lead morning meditation each day and instructed the Kula Kamala YTT in the Holy Message of the Bhagavad Gita, and the Science of the Patanjali Yoga Sutra. The following are student reflections:

“Being in His presence brings feelings of love, kindness, calmness… his knowledge, history and experience allow me to walk away with the tools I need to continue my journey toward becoming a Yogi.”

“He gives so much… Swami-Ji’s words and spirit will be with me forever.”

“Listening to the teaching style and stories Swami-Ji has shared, I feel the Love of God blossoming in me."

“My life has profoundly changed for the better.”

“It has truly been an honor to have the experience of learning from Swami-Ji… It has also been amazing to experience his beautiful gift of chanting with such intricate intervals.”

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Glimpses of Adhyatma Tour 2013

Adhyatma Tour 2013 of H. H. Pujya Swami Adhyatmanandaji Maharaj was peaceful and joyful and has done a lot of good to people in the West. All devotees of Revered Sri Gurubhagawan Sri Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj are thankful to spare Revered Swami Adhyatmanandaji to share Gospel of Sivananda during His Adhyatma Tour 2013. Swamiji's inspiration for healthy and positive thinking will leave long-lasting effects in people's mind, In His words," Think positive, Be Bold, Fear Not, Abide in Truth, Stand by Truth and Rest will follow naturally. Pray fervently and ceaselessly. Remember God and Gurudev. Do your daily Spiritual Sadhana. Abide in the Supreme"

Pujya Swamiji's divine satsang and yoga teaching have brought joy, peace & bliss to countless spiritual aspirants and yoga enthusiasts in the West. Devotees accorded him warm welcome wherever HE went and invited Him to come back. Morning Yoga sessions and evening satsangs were organized all across the USA and Canada. At various centers, Swamiji was invited to Mahakumbh Abhishek Mahotsav, Youth camp, Maha Rudra Yajna, India Independence Day rally (Aug 15th), Yoga retreat and more. Swamiji worked tirelessly without looking at His own physical comforts. Swamiji's day started early in the morning and filled with a morning yoga session, home stasngs, home visits, bhiksha to honor devotees' wishes, evening satsangs, special requests, TV interviews, visit to sick ones, prayer meeting for the departed soul etc… till the late at night most of the days. Each breath of His spent in the remembrance of GOD and in the service of His Gurudev Sri Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj and Gurubhagvan Sri Swami Chidanandaji Maharaj. - sevak

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By Ravi R Ponangi (India Tribune, PR publicity media)
Atlanta, GA:

Swami Adhyatmanandaji’s stay in Atlanta from June 25, 2014 to July 6, 2014 was hectic. Swamiji attended many programs in and around Atlanta. Swamiji has attended 3-4 programs every day while he was in Atlanta. People from diverse cultures and different backgrounds had an opportunity to hear Swamiji and had an interaction with Swamiji on one on one basis. Swamiji addressed social workers, community leaders, businessmen, professionals, students and spiritual seekers.

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 into spiritual.

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H. H. Lama Geshe Kunga eyes flowed with tears at end of two days satsang and meditation in the early morning with Pujya Sri Swami Adhyatmanandaji at Kumbum Chamtse Ling Temple in Bloomington Indiana.

On July 16, 2014, Swamiji gave a talk on 'Positive Tips For Peace Of Mind' and on July 17, 2014, Swamiji gave a talk on the subject of 'Meditation - the only Way to Peace'. Swamiji also conducted meditation at Tibetan Mongolian Buddhist Cultural Center in the main Temple in front of Hugh Buddha alter.

We all are thankful to Swamiji and all people involved in organizing this tour. hope he visits again. Thank You

"Swamiji’s presence at World Gujarat Conference organized by AIANA (Association of Indian Americans in North America) from Aug 29, 2008 to Aug 31, 2008 was history in itself. Other than the main plenary session, Sri Swamiji Maharaj was moderator on August 30th at Shri K.M.Munshi hall on the subject of Call to the Youth and relevance of modern mind. Sri Swamiji was the speaker on two occasions on Sunday August 31st afternoon at Dr. Vikram Sarabhai Hall and Smt. Kasturba Gandhi Hall on the topics of (1) Need of spirituality in the 21st century and its proceedings from the cultural heritage of India and (2) Secrets of excellent health and protection from the doctors, hospitals and medical matters.

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By Nartan Shah
San Jose, California

Namo Narayan!! Swami Adhyamanandji's stay at San Jose from (June 21, 2014 -June 24, 2018), CA was a wonderful experience for all of us. Swamiji has touched everyone who has attended his lectures, pravachans out here. Swamiji had made sure that his lectures and pravanchans are audience specific and made interesting for the audience.

One of the home satsangs was targeted for younger kids. Swamiji lectured about Omakar in English in simplified language was really very impressive. It was really inspirational for younger kids and had fostered an interest in Yoga and Omkar in the younger generation. Some of the people I knew had drove over 50/60miles each way to attend his pravachan and satsang every day while he was here and had sought Mantra Diksha from him.

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! I was impressed by Swamiji's punctuality and commitment about his time and event. We were blessed to have him.

"I was pleased to be able to welcome Swami Adhyatmanandaji to Toms River once again and thank him for inspiring the participants of Yoga," said Mayor Kelaher of the two-session seminar that drew out 100 able-bodied attendees. "All of the participants were so impressed not only by the Swami's charming personality but his worldwide reputation."

"The Swami has planted more than 10 million trees worldwide and his acts are a wonderful example of how just one person with an open heart and mind can make a huge difference in this world," - Dr. Nick Mehta .<< complete coverage - Toms River Times (NJ) >>

Yoga expert coming to Utah- "Many Americans think yoga is about stretching and exercise. This month a world-renowned instructor from India will lead four workshops in the Salt Lake Valley, explaining how it can be much more than that. Swami Adhyatmanandaji -- or Swamiji, as he is known -- has written books on yoga and philosophy while hosting hundreds of yoga camps all over the world. The Utah events are part of his global tour." - Peggy Fletcher Stack, reporter of Salt Lake Tribune.

Report of UK Tour 2006 by Rev. Sri Jogendra Patel: He attended Yoga teacher’s training course at Sivananda Ashram, Ahmedabad in December of 2005. Having inspired by Swami Adhyatmanandaji 's Yoga way of teaching, he organizes program of Swamiji Maharaj at London (UK), ever since then.

The essence of Pujya Swamiji’s talks on various subjects brought one theme of Yoga way of living, living in harmony, peace & mutual love through Daily Spiritual Sadhana. "Adjust, Adapt & Accommodate" is the key to Peace and Joy - expressed out of every action of Sri Swamiji Maharaj. In the midst of very hectic five days schedule, Swamiji maintained His daily Sadhana, Meditation & Prayers. That was inspiring to observe and learn from.

"The Learned Swamiji, who is renowned in practicing & teaching Yoga and Meditation says : Yoga is eternal life in the soul or spirit. It transmutes a man into divinity. It brings a message of hope to the forlorn, joy to the depressed, strength to the weak and knowledge to the ignorant. Yoga way of Life brings happiness of sound mind in a sound body. Yogic living implies discriminative living. Yoga is equanimity, equipoise or equilibrium. It is the secret master-key to open the realms of eternal bliss and deep abiding peace"<< India Tribune , Chicago >>