Wonderful online opportunities from Ananda centers worldwide are available daily. Ananda centers worldwide offer online classes led by inspirational leaders from around the globe. New events are added every day. For a general calendar of classes from around the world visit HERE To see a complete list of events from a particular center, visit their individual online calendar. Ananda Thousand ... Read More
Experience the joy and dynamic energy of group meditations Wednesday evenings, 6:30 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. Meditation is one of the most natural and rewarding of all human activities. It gives direct, intuitive experience of higher realities, and is the cornerstone of true spirituality. It also brings balance and a growing inner peace to our lives. While its highest and ... Read More
The soul loves to meditate, for in contact with the Spirit lies its greatest joy. -Paramhansa Yogananda Still your mind and rejuvenate your spirit before rushing off to begin your day. Enjoy the calmness of deep inner silence and re-connect with your true reality…..the soul’s ever-existing Peace. We’ll begin with a prayer at 6:15am, followed by a chant then a period of silent ... Read More
“Your religion is not the garb you wear outwardly, but the garment of light you weave around your heart. By outward garb I don’t mean your physical raiment only, but rather the thoughts and beliefs in which you enclose yourself. They are not you. Discover who you are, behind those outer trappings, and you will discover who Jesus was, and Buddha, ... Read More
Based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, this is step-3 on the path of Kriya Yoga. Paramhansa Yogananda said that the purpose of life is to find God. We may similarly say that the purpose of life is to: Find your true Self End the long exile of the soul Find the way back home Return to the heavenly joy ... Read More
Online Sunday Service at Ananda Palo Alto with Nayaswami Shanti and others... Sunday Services at Ananda include a Purification Ceremony from 9:00am - 9:45am followed by the Festival of Light service from and 10:00-11:30. The inward meditation, fire, and purification ceremony offer opportunity to open your heart for purification through Divine Grace. The service includes chanting, meditation, prayers, music, readings ... Read More
Visit Ananda Thousand Oaks any Monday morning. Founded in 1968 by Swami Kriyananda, a direct disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda, Ananda is a global movement supporting the path of Self-realization, based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda. Come enjoy a cup of tea or coffee while asking questions about Ananda. Learn about our growing community, our classes, and how we can ... Read More
The soul loves to meditate, for in contact with the Spirit lies its greatest joy. -Paramhansa Yogananda Still your mind and rejuvenate your spirit before rushing off to begin your day. Enjoy the calmness of deep inner silence and re-connect with your true reality…..the soul’s ever-existing Peace. We’ll begin with a prayer at 6:15am, followed by a chant then a period of silent ... Read More
Wonderful online opportunities from Ananda centers worldwide are available daily. Ananda centers worldwide offer online classes led by inspirational leaders from around the globe. New events are added every day. For a general calendar of classes from around the world visit HERE To see a complete list of events from a particular center, visit their individual online calendar. Ananda Thousand ... Read More
“Silence is the altar of spirit.” -Paramhansa Yogananda Dear Beloved Community, Yogananda reminds us that while the truest altar resides within our astral spine, in-home altars hold significant power on our spiritual journey, invoking devotion, inspiration, and heart expansion. Our altars symbolize our inner attunement, influencing our energy and mood as we interact with them over time. They transcend mere ... Read More
Experience the joy and dynamic energy of group meditations Wednesday evenings, 6:30 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. Meditation is one of the most natural and rewarding of all human activities. It gives direct, intuitive experience of higher realities, and is the cornerstone of true spirituality. It also brings balance and a growing inner peace to our lives. While its highest and ... Read More
The soul loves to meditate, for in contact with the Spirit lies its greatest joy. -Paramhansa Yogananda Still your mind and rejuvenate your spirit before rushing off to begin your day. Enjoy the calmness of deep inner silence and re-connect with your true reality…..the soul’s ever-existing Peace. We’ll begin with a prayer at 6:15am, followed by a chant then a period of silent ... Read More
Based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, this is step-3 on the path of Kriya Yoga. Paramhansa Yogananda said that the purpose of life is to find God. We may similarly say that the purpose of life is to: Find your true Self End the long exile of the soul Find the way back home Return to the heavenly joy ... Read More
Online Sunday Service at Ananda Palo Alto with Nayaswami Shanti and others... Sunday Services at Ananda include a Purification Ceremony from 9:00am - 9:45am followed by the Festival of Light service from and 10:00-11:30. The inward meditation, fire, and purification ceremony offer opportunity to open your heart for purification through Divine Grace. The service includes chanting, meditation, prayers, music, readings ... Read More
Visit Ananda Thousand Oaks any Monday morning. Founded in 1968 by Swami Kriyananda, a direct disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda, Ananda is a global movement supporting the path of Self-realization, based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda. Come enjoy a cup of tea or coffee while asking questions about Ananda. Learn about our growing community, our classes, and how we can ... Read More
The soul loves to meditate, for in contact with the Spirit lies its greatest joy. -Paramhansa Yogananda Still your mind and rejuvenate your spirit before rushing off to begin your day. Enjoy the calmness of deep inner silence and re-connect with your true reality…..the soul’s ever-existing Peace. We’ll begin with a prayer at 6:15am, followed by a chant then a period of silent ... Read More
Wonderful online opportunities from Ananda centers worldwide are available daily. Ananda centers worldwide offer online classes led by inspirational leaders from around the globe. New events are added every day. For a general calendar of classes from around the world visit HERE To see a complete list of events from a particular center, visit their individual online calendar. Ananda Thousand ... Read More
Experience the joy and dynamic energy of group meditations Wednesday evenings, 6:30 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. Meditation is one of the most natural and rewarding of all human activities. It gives direct, intuitive experience of higher realities, and is the cornerstone of true spirituality. It also brings balance and a growing inner peace to our lives. While its highest and ... Read More
The soul loves to meditate, for in contact with the Spirit lies its greatest joy. -Paramhansa Yogananda Still your mind and rejuvenate your spirit before rushing off to begin your day. Enjoy the calmness of deep inner silence and re-connect with your true reality…..the soul’s ever-existing Peace. We’ll begin with a prayer at 6:15am, followed by a chant then a period of silent ... Read More
Based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, this is step-3 on the path of Kriya Yoga. Paramhansa Yogananda said that the purpose of life is to find God. We may similarly say that the purpose of life is to: Find your true Self End the long exile of the soul Find the way back home Return to the heavenly joy ... Read More
Online Sunday Service at Ananda Palo Alto with Nayaswami Shanti and others... Sunday Services at Ananda include a Purification Ceremony from 9:00am - 9:45am followed by the Festival of Light service from and 10:00-11:30. The inward meditation, fire, and purification ceremony offer opportunity to open your heart for purification through Divine Grace. The service includes chanting, meditation, prayers, music, readings ... Read More
Visit Ananda Thousand Oaks any Monday morning. Founded in 1968 by Swami Kriyananda, a direct disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda, Ananda is a global movement supporting the path of Self-realization, based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda. Come enjoy a cup of tea or coffee while asking questions about Ananda. Learn about our growing community, our classes, and how we can ... Read More
The soul loves to meditate, for in contact with the Spirit lies its greatest joy. -Paramhansa Yogananda Still your mind and rejuvenate your spirit before rushing off to begin your day. Enjoy the calmness of deep inner silence and re-connect with your true reality…..the soul’s ever-existing Peace. We’ll begin with a prayer at 6:15am, followed by a chant then a period of silent ... Read More
Wonderful online opportunities from Ananda centers worldwide are available daily. Ananda centers worldwide offer online classes led by inspirational leaders from around the globe. New events are added every day. For a general calendar of classes from around the world visit HERE To see a complete list of events from a particular center, visit their individual online calendar. Ananda Thousand ... Read More
Please Note: This event replaces our regular Wednesday evening meditation. Chanting has the power to transform and uplift the soul, and to open the heart. Kirtans are beautiful and powerful experiences. Through chanting we can experience the living presence of the Divine within us. And, we can feel the benefits of this devotional evening throughout the week. Join us as ... Read More
Experience the joy and dynamic energy of group meditations Wednesday evenings, 6:30 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. Meditation is one of the most natural and rewarding of all human activities. It gives direct, intuitive experience of higher realities, and is the cornerstone of true spirituality. It also brings balance and a growing inner peace to our lives. While its highest and ... Read More
The soul loves to meditate, for in contact with the Spirit lies its greatest joy. -Paramhansa Yogananda Still your mind and rejuvenate your spirit before rushing off to begin your day. Enjoy the calmness of deep inner silence and re-connect with your true reality…..the soul’s ever-existing Peace. We’ll begin with a prayer at 6:15am, followed by a chant then a period of silent ... Read More
Never forget to smile. There is no more beautiful ornament one can wear than a genuine smile of peace and wisdom glowing on the face. –Paramhansa Yogananda Join Kriyaban Alex for an evening of spiritual inspiration as he shares three uplifting stories about Yogananda's life and teachings. As you listen, you'll be reminded of the profound wisdom this great Master ... Read More
Based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, this is step-3 on the path of Kriya Yoga. Paramhansa Yogananda said that the purpose of life is to find God. We may similarly say that the purpose of life is to: Find your true Self End the long exile of the soul Find the way back home Return to the heavenly joy ... Read More
Online Sunday Service at Ananda Palo Alto with Nayaswami Shanti and others... Sunday Services at Ananda include a Purification Ceremony from 9:00am - 9:45am followed by the Festival of Light service from and 10:00-11:30. The inward meditation, fire, and purification ceremony offer opportunity to open your heart for purification through Divine Grace. The service includes chanting, meditation, prayers, music, readings ... Read More
