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 10, 2020 • 1h 18min
44. Bhagavad Gita | Chapter 4 Verse 4-6 | Swami Sarvapriyananda
Swami Sarvapriyananda teaches Chapter 4 (Verse 4-6) 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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Oct 7, 2020 • 1h 16min
2. Vedantasara | Text 2-5 | Swami Sarvapriyananda
Delve into Advaita Vedanta with discussions on Brahman, Maya, and enlightenment. Explore self and universe unity, essence of Vedanta, epistemology, and preliminaries. Understand consciousness levels via moonlight and sunlight analogy. Dive into spiritual experiences and Advaita Vedanta evolution.
Oct 7, 2020 • 59min
Mindfulness Meditation | Swami Sarvapriyananda
Swami Sarvapriyananda speaks on Buddhist Mindfulness Meditation as part of a retreat in Garrison, New York.
Oct 1, 2020 • 1h 6min
43. Bhagavad Gita | Chapter 4 Verse 1-3 | Swami Sarvapriyananda
Swami Sarvapriyananda teaches Chapter 4 (Verse 1-3) 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).
Sep 28, 2020 • 1h 14min
1. Vedantasara | Text 1 | Swami Sarvapriyananda
Exploration of Vedanta philosophy through in-depth analysis of foundational texts like Upanishads and Bhagavad Gita. Delving into Advaita philosophy, limitations of language in describing Brahman, and the concept of self. Emphasis on realizing truth, alleviating suffering, and serving others as a form of worship.
Sep 28, 2020 • 1h 46min
Mahavakya Viveka - Panchadasi (Part 4) | Swami Sarvapriyananda
Swami Sarvapriyananda teaches Chapter 5 (Mahavakya Viveka) of the Panchadasi, a fourteenth century manual on Advaita Vedanta written by Vidyaranya. This lecture is Part 4 of an online retreat from Aug 2020.
Sep 28, 2020 • 1h 44min
Mahavakya Viveka - Panchadasi (Part 3) | Swami Sarvapriyananda
Swami Sarvapriyananda teaches Chapter 5 (Mahavakya Viveka) of the Panchadasi, a fourteenth century manual on Advaita Vedanta written by Vidyaranya. This lecture is Part 3 of an online retreat from Aug 2020.
Sep 15, 2020 • 1h 44min
Mahavakya Viveka - Panchadasi (Part 2) | Swami Sarvapriyananda
Swami Sarvapriyananda teaches Chapter 5 (Mahavakya Viveka) of the Panchadasi, a fourteenth century manual on Advaita Vedanta written by Vidyaranya. This lecture is Part 2 of an online retreat from Aug 2020.
Sep 15, 2020 • 1h 37min
Mahavakya Viveka - Panchadasi (Part 1) | Swami Sarvapriyananda
Swami Sarvapriyananda teaches Chapter 5 (Mahavakya Viveka) of the Panchadasi, a fourteenth century manual on Advaita Vedanta written by Vidyaranya. This lecture is Part 1 of an online retreat from Aug 2020.
Sep 15, 2020 • 1h 9min
Vedantic Meditation: Retreat (Part 4) | Swami Sarvapriyananda
Using the Aparokshanubhuti (by Adi Shankara) as a guide, Swami Sarvapriyananda speaks on Vedantic Meditation as part of a retreat held in Monroe, NY in 2018. This is the final part of the series.
