What is the purpose of human life? Swami Swaroopananda shares the deeper teachings of yoga by answering questions from ashram guests and spiritual aspirants.
In this Q&A, Swamiji answers the following questions:
00:27 If God is one, why does he/she have so many names and forms?
08:03 What are the signs of progress in meditation, and what are the experiences of advanced meditators?
16:07 As we age, our conceptualization of God naturally evolve. In this lineage we are taught to keep one mantra and one focal point. Can the Bhava change over time or should we just keep one throughout our lives?
19:47 If someone has a yearning for a spiritual connection with God, what's the first thing they should do?
29:25 How can one live the life of yogic sadhana and serve humanity while there are so many challenges everywhere?
33:37 Why is seeking pleasure or being attached to pleasure the root of suffering?
38:55 Who is a real yogi?
44:52 What should we do when we lose hope, when we feel that there is no way out of suffering?
48:15 What are the specific vows taken as a Brahmachari and a Swami?
51:15 How does near-death experience contribute to one's spiritual evolution?
52:48 How does one practice Satya? Sometimes I find myself telling white lies to avoid hurting someone, which I think is good. But then it leads to more white lies later on. How should I practice this?
58:14 Why do we repeat the prayer before meals at the ashram?
1:04:42 Is there a difference between a guru and a spiritual guide? How does one distinguish between the two?
1:08:10 What is the purpose of human life?
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Swami Swaroopananda is the acharya (spiritual director) for the Sivananda centers and ashrams in the Bahamas and the Middle East. One of the foremost disciples of Swami Vishnudevananda, he offers Questions and Answers on Yoga and Spiritual Life regularly throughout the season.
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Swami Swaroopananda Q&A: March 2018 yoga teacher certification abroad | |
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