

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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Aug 6, 2018 • 1h 1min
5 - Introduction to Vedanta (Drg Drsya Viveka: Verses 13-14)
In a series of talks, Swami Sarvapriyananda lucidly unfolds the fundamentals of Advaita Vedanta presented in Drg Drsya Viveka.

Aug 6, 2018 • 1h 4min
4 - Introduction to Vedanta (Drg Drsya Viveka: Verses 10-12)
In a series of talks, Swami Sarvapriyananda lucidly unfolds the fundamentals of Advaita Vedanta presented in Drg Drsya Viveka.

Aug 6, 2018 • 1h 3min
3 - Introduction to Vedanta (Drg Drsya Viveka: Verses 6-9)
Dive into the core tenets of Advaita Vedanta, exploring the profound concept of non-dual consciousness. Reflect on the essence of witness consciousness and the distinction between subject and object. Unpack the trichotomous view of human personality, unraveling the roles of the gross body, subtle body, and self. Discover the interplay between ego and identity, revealing the illusory nature of borrowed consciousness. Finally, investigate the three categories of karma and their impact on existence, connecting the finite with the infinite.

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Aug 6, 2018 • 1h 5min
2 - Introduction to Vedanta (Drg Drsya Viveka: Verses 2-5)
Explore the intriguing distinctions between the seer and the seen in self-awareness. Delve into how consciousness shapes our perceptions and the roles of thoughts and emotions. Discover a philosophical shift from worldly ambitions to spiritual duties with karma yoga. Learn about six disciplines crucial for spiritual growth. Finally, understand the eternal nature of the subtle body and pure consciousness, setting the stage for deeper insights into Vedanta.

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Aug 6, 2018 • 1h 5min
1 - Introduction to Vedanta (Drg Drsya Viveka: Verse 1)
Swami Sarvapriyananda discusses the unique characteristics of Dhrgdrishya Viveka and explores the distinction between the seer and the seen in a 600-year-old Sanskrit text. He also delves into the concept of detachment and letting go, as well as the importance of understanding consciousness in every moment for self-realization in Vedanta philosophy.

Jun 25, 2018 • 33min
Vedantic Meditation with Swami Sarvapriyananda
Swami Sarvapriyananda guides us through a Vedantic Meditation inspired by the Mandukya Upanishad and Drg Drsya Viveka

Jun 25, 2018 • 1h 26min
Ask Swami 6/24/2018
Question and Answer session lead by Swami Sarvapriyananda as part of a spiritual retreat at the Vedanta Society of New York on June 24th, 2018.

Jun 11, 2018 • 41min
Quenching The Firebrand Q&A
Swami Sarvapriyananda conducts a Q&A after a discourse on the topic of “Quenching the Firebrand” (Based on the fourth chapter of Mandukya Karika) at the Vedanta Society of New York on June 10, 2018 | Vedanta NY

Jun 11, 2018 • 1h 4min
Quenching The Firebrand
Swami Sarvapriyananda conducts a discourse on the topic of “Quenching the Firebrand” (Based on the fourth chapter of Mandukya Karika) at the Vedanta Society of New York on June 10, 2018 | Vedanta NY

Jun 3, 2018 • 54min
No Mind Q&A
Swami Sarvapriyananda conducts a Q&A after his talk on the topic of “No Mind” at the Vedanta Society of New York on June 3, 2018 | Vedanta NY