Vedanta Talks - Swami Sarvapriyananda
Vedanta Society of New York
Swami Sarvapriyananda delivers insightful talks on Vedanta at the Vedanta Society of New York, an institution founded by Swami Vivekananda in 1894. Vedanta, rooted in the ancient Vedas, is one of the world’s oldest and most expansive spiritual philosophies. It emphasizes the oneness of all existence, the divinity of the individual soul, and the harmony among all religions, offering timeless wisdom for personal and spiritual growth. Through these talks, Swami Sarvapriyananda explores profound spiritual truths, making Vedanta’s teachings relevant to modern seekers.Vedanta Society of New YorkApple PodcastSpotify PodcastDonations to support Vedanta Society of New York gratefully accepted via PaypalAll Original Content © Vedanta Society of New York
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Oct 17, 2022 • 1h 14min
105. Bhagavad Gita | Chapter 9 Verse 1 - 2 | Swami Sarvapriyananda
Delve into the concept of liberation through faith and devotion in Vedanta philosophy, emphasizing the oneness between the self and God. Explore the transformative teachings of the Bhagavad Gita with anecdotes on spiritual enlightenment. Discover the royal knowledge leading to immediate liberation and the joyful spiritual practices for eternal contentment. Reflect on self-awareness, self-inquiry, and the paths of yoga and states of consciousness for ultimate enlightenment.
Oct 17, 2022 • 1h 12min
104. Bhagavad Gita | Chapter 8 Verse 23 - 28 | Swami Sarvapriyananda
Swami Sarvapriyananda teaches Chapter 8 (Verses 23-28) of the Bhagavad Gita. In this series of talks, Swami Sarvapriyananda unfolds the highest truths of Vedanta through the study of the Bhagavad Gita (The Song of God).
Oct 12, 2022 • 1h 8min
The Divine Mother | Swami Sarvapriyananda
On the auspicious occasion of Durga Puja, Swami Sarvapriyananda speaks on the significance of the Divine Mother.
Oct 11, 2022 • 1h 9min
34. Katha Upanishad | Mantras 2.2.5 - 8 | Swami Sarvapriyananda
Swami Sarvapriyananda teaches the Katha Upanishad, one of India's most revered texts which is also a part of the Vedas. It is a collection of philosophical poems representing a conversation between the sage Naciketas and Yama (god of death). They discuss the nature of Atman, Brahman and Moksha(liberation).
Oct 9, 2022 • 1h 4min
33. Katha Upanishad | Mantras 2.2.2 - 4 | Swami Sarvapriyananda
Swami Sarvapriyananda teaches the Katha Upanishad, one of India's most revered texts which is also a part of the Vedas. It is a collection of philosophical poems representing a conversation between the sage Naciketas and Yama (god of death). They discuss the nature of Atman, Brahman and Moksha(liberation).
Oct 8, 2022 • 1h 1min
32. Katha Upanishad | Mantra 2.2.1 | Swami Sarvapriyananda
Swami Sarvapriyananda teaches the Katha Upanishad, one of India's most revered texts which is also a part of the Vedas. It is a collection of philosophical poems representing a conversation between the sage Naciketas and Yama (god of death). They discuss the nature of Atman, Brahman and Moksha(liberation).
Oct 1, 2022 • 1h 15min
103. Bhagavad Gita | Chapter 8 Verse 21 - 22 | Swami Sarvapriyananda
Swami Sarvapriyananda teaches Chapter 8 (Verses 21-22) of the Bhagavad Gita. In this series of talks, Swami Sarvapriyananda unfolds the highest truths of Vedanta through the study of the Bhagavad Gita (The Song of God).
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Jul 7, 2022 • 1h 4min
102. Bhagavad Gita | Chapter 8 Verse 15 - 20 | Swami Sarvapriyananda
Swami Sarvapriyananda teaches Chapter 8 (Verses 15-20) of the Bhagavad Gita. In this series of talks, Swami Sarvapriyananda unfolds the highest truths of Vedanta through the study of the Bhagavad Gita (The Song of God).
Jun 29, 2022 • 1h 17min
Ask Swami 6/5/2022
Q&A session lead by Swami Sarvapriyananda at the Vedanta Society of New York on June 5th, 2022. List of questions with timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
01:32 - How is it that the self is in all beings from the chit (consciousness) perspective?
18:37 - Where is my consciousness when I am sleeping? Can I use sleep as a spiritual practice?
26:55 - Will a realized person retain their individuality after enlightenment?
40:38 - Why do we call this world false?
55:53 - What does Sri Ramakrishna mean by going into the black water (in reference to samadhi)?
01:00:30 - If we want to take up a life of renunciation, what practices should be followed?
Jun 29, 2022 • 1h 4min
You Are The Vast - भूमानन्द | Swami Sarvapriyananda
"I am eternal, I am pure, I am ever-free, I am formless, and I am immutable. I am vast and bliss I am, immutable I am. I am." Inspired by this verse from Sankaracharya's Brahma Jnanavali Mala (Verse 3), Swami Sarvapriyananda speaks on on the limitless nature of Self.
