Vedanta Talks - Swami Sarvapriyananda

Swami Sarvapriyananda reads and discusses the Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna. The Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna is an English translation of the Bengali spiritual text Sri Sri Ramakrishna Kathamrita by Swami Nikhilananda. The text records conversations of Ramakrishna with his disciples, devotees and visitors, recorded by Mahendranath Gupta, who wrote the book under the pseudonym of "M."

Swami Sarvapriyananda reads and discusses the Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna. The Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna is an English translation of the Bengali spiritual text Sri Sri Ramakrishna Kathamrita by Swami Nikhilananda. The text records conversations of Ramakrishna with his disciples, devotees and visitors, recorded by Mahendranath Gupta, who wrote the book under the pseudonym of "M."

Swami Sarvapriyananda reads and discusses the Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna. The Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna is an English translation of the Bengali spiritual text Sri Sri Ramakrishna Kathamrita by Swami Nikhilananda. The text records conversations of Ramakrishna with his disciples, devotees and visitors, recorded by Mahendranath Gupta, who wrote the book under the pseudonym of "M."

Swami Sarvapriyananda teaches Verses 8-9 from the Thirteenth chapter of the Bhagavad Gita. This series of talks unfolds the highest truths of Vedanta through the study of "The Song of God".🔆 Bhagavad Gita: Chapter 13 Verse 8:इन्द्रियार्थेषु वैराग्यमनहङ्कार एव च |जन्ममृत्युजराव्याधिदु:खदोषानुदर्शनम् || 8|| Indriyārtheṣhu vairāgyam anahankāra eva chajanma-mṛityu-jarā-vyādhi-duḥkha-doṣhānudarśhanam|| 8||🔴 Abhorrence of sensuality, self-effacement and perception of evil and misery in birth, death, old age and sickness;🔆Bhagavad Gita: Chapter 13 Verse 9:असक्तिरनभिष्वङ्ग: पुत्रदारगृहादिषु |नित्यं च समचित्तत्वमिष्टानिष्टोपपत्तिषु || 9||asaktir anabhiṣhvaṅgaḥ putra-dāra-gṛihādiṣhunityaṁ cha sama-chittatvam iṣhṭāniṣhṭopapattiṣhu || 9||🔴 Detachment from property and family members, non-identification with them and their fortunes, and constant evenness of mind in favorable and unfavorable situations;

Swami Sarvapriyananda teaches Verse 7 from the Thirteenth chapter of the Bhagavad Gita. This series of talks unfolds the highest truths of Vedanta through the study of "The Song of God".🔆 Bhagavad Gita: Chapter 13 Verse 7:अमानित्वमदम्भित्वमहिंसा क्षान्तिरार्जवम् |आचार्योपासनं शौचं स्थैर्यमात्मविनिग्रह: || 7||amānitvam adambhitvam ahinsā kṣhāntir ārjavamāchāryopāsanaṁ śhauchaṁ sthairyam ātma-vinigrahaḥ || 7||🔴 Freedom from self-importance, unpretentiousness, non-violence, patience, straight-forwardness, service of the teacher, cleanliness, steadfastness, and self-control;

This retreat lecture series on Nondual Meditation based on Adi Shankaracharya's exposition in Aparokshanubhuti guides viewers through steps to transcend identification with the body and mind, moving toward a direct realization of the Self as pure consciousness.

Dive into the transformative world of nondual meditation and discover how to transcend physical identification. Explore the power of pratyahara for withdrawing the senses and gain insights through a unique meditative exercise. Uncover the essence of Advaitic meditation, emphasizing direct experience of consciousness over mere theory. Delve into Vedic rituals and their symbolic connections to consciousness, while contemplating the dual nature of perception. Lastly, connect ancient cosmology with modern science to reveal the universe as a manifestation of universal consciousness.

Discover how non-dual meditation helps transcend the identification with body and mind. Engage in a philosophical debate over the nature of consciousness, exploring the limits of materialistic views. Uncover the intriguing intersections between neuroscience and subjective experiences, raising questions about the essence of reality. Delve into the mysterious relationship between consciousness and the physical brain, challenging conventional attitudes. Ultimately, explore Vedanta philosophy’s perspective on consciousness and matter, revealing the interconnectedness of all existence.

Dive into the essence of nondual meditation, where the mantra recitation reveals our true nature beyond dualities. Explore the concept of awareness that transcends the ego and mental barriers, guiding you to liberation. Discover the significance of 'Aum' and pranayama as key tools for deeper meditation. The intriguing links between Alice in Wonderland and consciousness offer fresh insights into reality. Learn valuable lessons about emotional stability through the tea metaphor, while delving into the rich historical tapestry of Patanjali's yoga practices.

Q&A session led by Swami Sarvapriyananda at the Vedanta Society of New York on Nov 24th, 2024. List of questions with timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:53 - How can I reconcile devotion and non-dual knowledge?23:27 - If I realize I am pure consciousness, do I also have a vision of God with form?31:21 - What is Mahat (universal intelligence) in the Samkhya philosophy?34:24 - Is it possible to practice Bhakti without God or deities?36:28 - Can you talk about your experience with the monk who said "we are missing it a thousand times every moment"?54:03 - Can consciousness remain by itself without appearing as objects?59:13 - Why should I strive for enlightenment?01:09:00 - How can I keep up study of Advaita without losing interest?01:14:33 - Is the experience of nothingness in deep sleep the same as the experience after death, or for enlightened souls?01:18:15 - Does everyone have to go through experience/enjoyment in the world before enlightenment?