This episode covers the next part of chapter 27 from:
“With twenty fertile acres at our disposal, the students, teachers, and I...”
to
“... So keep up Kriya Yoga ceaselessly, and reach the divine portals quickly.”

Summary:

This chapter contains a beautiful image of Ranchi School which shows how it has, since then, transformed into a full-fledged ashram with complete facilities, including a meditation hall, museum and accommodations for both people (and cattle!). We explore parallel scriptural stories about spiritual lessons regarding attachment and letting go, using examples from Guruji's experiences with deer and his educational vision for the school. The discussion concluded with an examination of the school's expansion and its integration of medical services, sports, and academic programs, while highlighting Guruji's enigmatic personality and relationships with spiritual figures, including Swami Pranabananda.

0:00 Prior Episode;
2:15 Ranchi Ashram;
12:25 Dear deer and Jada Bharata;
30:03 A good death;
35:33 Expansion of the school;
41:00 Swami Pranabananda’s visit
46:20 Encouraging Bhagabati;
56:10 Looking Ahead

Links discussed in the episode:
https://www.ramakrishnavivekananda.info/vivekananda/volume_4/lectures_and_discourses/the_story_of_jada_bharata.htm
https://www.youtube.com/live/Ad__hThJDiM?si=GIm5MKjWILl_Hxn0&t=1186

Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the last part of chapter 27 from:
“The body of Pranabananda, which had appeared so well and strong during...”
to the end of the chapter.

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 27 from:
“I organised a programme for both grammar- and high-school grades...”
to
“...he observed with twinkling eyes, ‘but I can feel for you!’”

Summary:

Paramahansa Yogananda's educational vision and the establishment of the Yogoda School is the core theme of this episode, we discuss how he incorporated both secular and divine teachings while emphasizing practical subjects and outdoor learning. We take a deeper dive into traditional Indian education methods (e.g. Sandipani ashram) and Yogananda's teachings at Ranchi, including his system of physical exercises and meditation. The conversation concluded with reflections on Yogananda's teachings on service and sacrifice and his wonderful relationship with his father.

0:00 Prior Episode;
2:00 Educational Vision;
10:10 Yogoda and Life Force: Mind over matter;
21:00 Success and Responsibility;
29:10 Wider family;
39:20 Looking Ahead.

Links discussed in the episode:
https://www.sanskritimagazine.com/64-kalas-arts-and-14-vidyas-techniques-of-ancient-india/
https://ujjain.nic.in/en/tourist-place/sandipani/
https://yogananda.com.au/para/p_will.html
https://yogananda.com.au/gurus/yoganandaquotes11.html
https://yogananda.org/blog/paramahansa-yogananda-on-the-shining-light-of-service-to-others

Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 27 from:
“With twenty fertile acres at our disposal, the students, teachers, and I...”
to
“... So keep up Kriya Yoga ceaselessly, and reach the divine portals quickly.”

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This episode covers the first part of chapter 27 to:
“...new school, which I called “Yogoda Satsanga Brahmacharya Vidyalaya.”

Summary:

This episode focuses on self-inquiry, and the role of rituals in achieving spiritual understanding with respect to Kriya Yoga. We discussed various philosophical perspectives on self-realization and the concept of Shankaracharya’s Advaita Moksha, including references from Paramahansa Yogananda’s translation of the Bhagavad Gita. The conversation concluded with reflections on the scientific and spiritual benefits of Kriya Yoga, emphasizing its unique blend of mathematical precision, spiritual guidance, and scientific reasoning.

1:15 Expectations from the chapter;
6:10 Organisational work and seva;
22:50 Look toward the larger family;
45:00 What was Guruji’s school like?
59:45 Four Ashrams footnote;
1:07:30 Next episode

Links discussed in the episode:
https://ysei.edu.in/

Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 27 from:
“I organised a programme for both grammar- and high-school grades...”
to
“...he observed with twinkling eyes, ‘but I can feel for you!’”

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This episode covers the last part of chapter 26 from:
‘“Introspection, or “sitting in the silence,” is an unscientific way of trying’
to the end of the chapter.

Summary:

This episode focuses on self-inquiry, and the role of rituals in achieving spiritual understanding with respect to Kriya Yoga. We discussed various philosophical perspectives on self-realization and the concept of Shankaracharya’s Advaita Moksha, including references from Paramahansa Yogananda’s translation of the Bhagavad Gita. The conversation concluded with reflections on the scientific and spiritual benefits of Kriya Yoga, emphasizing its unique blend of mathematical precision, spiritual guidance, and scientific reasoning.

0:22 Episode overview;
1:07 Prior episode;
2:10 Rajarsi Picture;
6:47 Who is the maker?;
17:45 The true Yogi;
25:10 The real fire-rite;
38:24 The footnote;
47:45 Reflecting on the chapter.

Links discussed in the episode:
https://youtu.be/3jAEobix7cg?si=poQFV2wAxj-H2R1P
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moksha

Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the first part of chapter 27 to:
“...new school, which I called “Yogoda Satsanga Brahmacharya Vidyalaya.”

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 26 from:
‘“Introspection, or “sitting in the silence,” is an unscientific way of trying’
to
“...and Death once dead, there’s no more dying then.”

Summary:
This section of the chapter exploring the extremes of having perfect Kriya and no Kriya. We explore the nuanced spiritual concepts including meditation techniques, consciousness states, and the relationship between religious practices and yoga. We examine the challenges of spiritual growth and the importance of finding balance between blind faith and intuitive understanding, while also discussing the role of meditation in managing modern life's distractions. The discussion concluded with an analysis of demonic traits in religious texts and the importance of using free will in alignment with the soul.

0:36 Prior Episode;
2:00 Kriyaban Airlines;
26:20 The life of a Kriyaban;
40:39 The Anti-Kriyaban;
56:33 King Kriyaban;
1:02:30 Looking ahead.

Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the last part of chapter 26 from:
‘“Introspection, or “sitting in the silence,” is an unscientific way of trying’
to the end of the chapter.

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This episode covers on the next part of chapter 26 from:
“The ancient yogic technique converts the breath into mind-stuff...”
to
“...And Death once dead, there’s no more dying then.”

Summary:
Paramahansa Yogananda’s gentle promotion of the benefits of Kriya Yoga and its scientific principles is varied and persistent. We explore Guruji's teachings on the relationship between breath, consciousness, and emotional states, including practical breathing exercises and the connection between breathing patterns and longevity. The discussion concluded with an examination of sleep and meditation practices, the benefits of Kriya yoga, and its role in spiritual transformation, including Yogananda's teachings on the purpose of life and the ascent of consciousness.

2:12 Previous episode;
4:22 Respiratory Rate;
15:07 Effects of Sleep;
27:55 Outward and Inward Flow;
31:18 Victory Over The "Last Enemy";
46:54 Shakespeare;
50:29 Looking ahead;

Links discussed in this episode:
Yoga Sutras: https://www.arlingtoncenter.org/Sanskrit-English.pdf
https://www.yogajournal.com/lifestyle/astrology/chakras-and-astrology/

Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 26 from:
‘“Introspection, or “sitting in the silence,” is an unscientific way of trying’
to
“...and Death once dead, there’s no more dying then.”

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This episode covers on the next part of chapter 26 from:
“Kriya Yoga is mentioned twice by the ancient sage Patanjali...”
to
“...which constitutes the first materially active expression of Spirit.”

Summary:
Paramahansa Yogananda teaches us Kriya Yoga's connections to Christian texts and its significance in spiritual evolution of man. We discuss the importance of devotion, concentration, and regularity of practice for achieving spiritual progress, with particular attention to Guruji's teachings on devotion and its relationship to breath mastery and quickening our spiritual ascent. The conversation concluded with an examination of spiritual development cycles and the potential for continuous progress across lifetimes.

0:00 Previous episode;
1:17 Patanjali and St. Paul;
15:25 Explanation of Kriya Yoga (quickening evolution);
29:37 Mathematic calculations;
58:20 Looking ahead.

Links discussed in this episode:
Yoga Sutras: https://www.arlingtoncenter.org/Sanskrit-English.pdf
https://www.yogajournal.com/lifestyle/astrology/chakras-and-astrology/

Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 26 from:
“The ancient yogic technique converts the breath into mind-stuff...”
to
“...And Death once dead, there’s no more dying then.”

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This episode covers on the start of chapter 26 to:
“...because of priestly secrecy and man’s indifference, the sacred lore gradually became inaccessible”.

Summary:
We explore the science and metaphysics of Kriya Yoga as taught in this beautiful chapter and other of Paramahansa Yogananda’s writings, discussing its origins, techniques, and historical connections to various spiritual traditions. We examined scientific explanations of Kriya Yoga's effects on the body and mind, including its role in oxygenation and the transformation of breath into life force. We also review Guruji’s references and exploration of ancient spiritual techniques, their historical lineage, and the connection between different civilizations and spiritual practices throughout the yugas.

0:00 Expectations from this chapter;
5:00 Meaning of Kriya;
16:35 Krishna to Arjuna;
30:15 Kriya Yoga in the Bhagavad Gita;
37:20 Kriya through the Ages;
49:40 Atlantis and Lemuria;
58:20 Looking ahead.

Links disussed in this episode:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manusmriti
The Great Year: https://youtu.be/I3ZDcj0kF_0?si=AfoAuHGztmzFDCbN

Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 26 from:
“Kriya Yoga is mentioned twice by the ancient sage Patanjali...”
to
“...which constitutes the first materially active expression of Spirit.”

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