This talk, recorded at the SRF Mother Center in Los Angeles, illustrates how we all can have a personal relationship with the Divine Mother who understands us completely and cherishes each step we take on the spiritual path. Divine Mother, I place all the flowers of my love at Thy feet of eternity. strike your heart. He continued to have visions of Her, and sometimes caller her Kali, but he always described Her as beautiful, and even as one with Christ, Krishna, and the Guru. I am more like that; I give all responsibility to the Divine Mother. Stone sculpture, Gujarat, 16th century. Whispers from EternityMystical Prayers of Poetic Beauty. I see that You are all one in Her.. Make me see Thee in every fibre of my being, in every wisp of thought.
There is the Hindu legend of how Shakti has split herself in the ten Mahavidyas (Kali, Tripura Sundari, etc). You were sent on earth to experience Gods cosmic show and then return to your abode in Him.I say, Lord, this is Your show. Divine Spirit has no partiality; the Mother loves all. This is a real blessing! according to their wishes until they have fulfilled His desire for their When you persist, refusing to accept failure, the ever deeper concentration, He will answer your prayer. Paramhansa Yogananda Swami Kriyananda - Stories of Yogananda -" Integrity on the Spiritual Path" Sri Yukteswar Ashram Gods answer; because will comes from God, and continuous will is divine will. Sometimes, when the Mother is going to caress you, a shadow is caused by Her hand before it touches you. Divine Mother, with the language of my soul I demand realization of Thy presence. God is that happiness.
I have always had trouble connecting to Divine Mother finding it much easier to connect to Master (Parmahnasa Yogananda) and the gurus. People think God doesnt respond to The Lord of Universes is so humble that He This reverence to the Infinite, God, is essential for true spiritual healing. Dear kriyabans, Because these energies are very different. Shantidev, Thank you. Yoganandas words convey great spiritual power, in this case the depth of his relationship with God as Divine Mother. Thousands of Suns, painting by Mantradevi based on Yoganandas chant. Divine Mother, with the language of my soul I demand realization of Thy presence. Break my thoughts and show Thy face of wisdom! With undying devotion, mentally affirm: "Father, reveal Thyself unto me! The mother's instinctive love and forgiveness, no matter what her child has done, shows us that God will ultimately forgive the sins of all human beings. "God as Divine Mother ever watches over Her human children," Paramahansaji has said, "peeping through the caring . Yoganandaji reveals the innermost essence of this majestic scripture who we are, why we were created, and our place and purpose in the vast cosmic scheme of things. Yogananda told his disciples, When I am gone, read my Whispers from Eternity. The Divine Mother is most anxious to have you back with Her, but first you must prove to Her that you want Her alone. If one enters the inner temple of silence and worships before the altar of God with prayer and invocation of His presence, He comes quickly. While others waste their time, meditate, and you will see that in meditation that Silence will speak to you.Everywhere I see the Divine Spirit manifesting in form as the Mother. Only then is prayer truly effective, the mind having been freed to concentrate wholly on the Father who responds "in secret"in silent communion with the soul. In all our pursuits we are seeking the fulfillment of love and joy. presence of God. Heavenly Spirit, bless me that I may easily find happiness instead of becoming worried at every test and difficulty. Jai Ma But the urge to seek Him is drowned in the urge to indulge in sense pleasures. All rights reserved. When the consciousness is withdrawn from the sensory surface of the body and its surroundings and centralized in the cerebrospinal shrines of soul perception, that is the most effective time to pray.
In which particular writings of Paramhansaji does he talk about The Divine Mother as the AUM, please? Those who pray without knowing the scientific art of interiorization often complain that God does not respond to their entreaties. Such devotees may be compared to the person who retires to his study and requests a friend to call him on the telephone, but then keeps the line ceaselessly occupied with other incoming and outgoing calls. Paramhansa Yogananda's teachings on the Divine Mother. A collection of more than 300 universal prayers, affirmations, and visualizations, this book is for both beginners and experienced meditators an indispensable guide to awaken the boundless joy, peace, and inner freedom of the soul.
Kali Iconography as explained by Paramhansa Yogananda The Divine Mother is most anxious to have you back with Her, but first you must prove to Her that you want Her alone. reasonings of the mind is to sit and meditate upon God until you feel calmness Home > Spiritual > Living in the Presence of the Mother Divine. Nothing elsematters., Paramhansa Yoganandas Mission of DivineLove, Kali Iconography as explained by Paramhansa Yogananda. * * * * Power Of A Saint's Devotion Visualization for Planetary Healing. Since 1920, helping people worldwide realize and express the beauty, nobility, and divinity of the human spirit through the Kriya Yoga teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. Reincarnation: How Can It be Scientifically Proved. Enter my shrine of meditation, O Bliss God! Chant AUM mentally or aloud three times, deeply concentrating on Gods blessings flowing through your hands. Divine Mother, show Thyself in the light of my flaming love for Thee. Only when thoughts cease can one hear the voice of God communicating through the silence of intuition. I prayed, O Mother, be Thou real unto all.. ALBUMS TOP TRACKS SIMILAR ARTISTS Thou didst tear away the night of my ignorance to reveal Thy silver rays of speaking silence! Yogananda's words convey great spiritual power, in this case the depth of his relationship with God as Divine Mother. Divine Mother, I heard Thy voice in the speaking fragrance of the rose. Home > Spiritual > Prayers From Sri Sri Paramahansa Yogananda. From a Christmas Vision he had in 1936 (taken from an old magazine): Of what use is my going to Kasi any more? Some of them were personally close to him, such as Master Mahasaya (the Blissful Devotee in Autobiography of a Yogi) and Anandamoyi Ma. My heart is filled with joy eternal. Finding Thee first, I will find everything else in Thee. No matter what else you may be doing, you can mentally converse with God: My Lord, I am looking for You. But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret. But if they could see what strength, what joy, what love is in the Divine Mother, they would fly away from all else. The Divine Mother is most anxious to have you back with Her, but first you must prove to Her that you want Her alone. In other writings, he taught that the AUM vibration is an aspect of the Divine Mother as Kali, commonly worshipped in Hinduism. prayers in many ways. With all the earnestness of our hearts we pray, reveal Thyself! He speaks to you through your intuition. Prayers From Metaphysical Meditations by Sri Sri Paramahansa Yogananda O Spirit, make my soul Thy temple, but make my heart Thy beloved home where Thou wouldst dwell with me in ease and everlasting understanding. Divine Spirit has no partiality; the Mother loves all. Sanctify me with Thy presence. Divine Spirit has no partiality; the Mother loves all. Such as Divine Mother, may I feel in my heart Thy heart throb, in my happiness Thy joy, in my activity Thy power of direction, in my soul Thy Spirit. Help support the worldwide mission of Paramahansa Yogananda, Resurrect Yourself! by Paramahansa Yogananda With Guided Meditation From Brother Chidananda (Video), To Forgive Is to Have Peace of Mind by Sri Daya Mata, SRF/YSS President Brother Chidananda Visits India, So Uplifting! SRF Online Meditation Center Updates. Help support the worldwide mission of Paramahansa Yogananda, Resurrect Yourself! by Paramahansa Yogananda With Guided Meditation From Brother Chidananda (Video), To Forgive Is to Have Peace of Mind by Sri Daya Mata, SRF/YSS President Brother Chidananda Visits India, So Uplifting! SRF Online Meditation Center Updates. That is God's means of expression. Please also see the video in the right sidebar: Healing Prayers at a Distance.. help themselves. I especially loved the collection of Ram Prasads poems. Also, the personal aspect of God embodying the love and compassionate qualities of a mother. He will awaken you from this dream world and lift you to His bosom of eternal light, immortality, and freedom.
Prayers - Yogananda - Timeless Teachings Of India I encourage everyone to at least experiment with looking into the eyes of Paramhansa Yoganandas mother, Gyana Prabha Ghosh (click here for here image in this website https://thecosmicmother.org/home/friends-influences-yogananda/yoganandas-mother/ ) Call to her and see what happens. Attend online meditations, spiritual retreats, and group study of the SRF teachings, The book that changed the lives of millions! But a time comes when no human aid Copyright 2022 Self-Realization Fellowship. Make me see Thee in every fiber of my being, in every wisp of thought. My meditations are blessed with her presence very tangibly. Saraswati, Goddess of music, wisdom, learning, Madonna and Child, William Bouguereau (1825-1905), Saraswati, Goddess of music, wisdom, learning, White Tara, Buddhist Goddess of Compassion, Green Tara, Buddhist Goddess of compassion and enlightened activity, Swami Vivekanandas Prayers to Divine Mother, Why not worship the Infinite as your Divine Mother?, My First Meetings with Anandamayi Ma, by Swami Kriyananda, part 1, My First Meetings with Anandamayi Ma, by Swami Kriyananda, part 2, Ask of Me Salvation, but not My love and devotion, The Blissful Devotee and His Cosmic Romance. This came about after praying to Master to help me connect with the Divine Mother. The baby monkey clings to the mother; but when she jumps, it may fall off. A child may want to touch a flame, but to Own Will Power for Success. Jesus Christ, Great Masters of India, and beloved Guru, Paramhansa Yogananda, we humbly bow at Thy feet. He does answer silently, through His Teach me to open my closed eyes of unbelief and behold Thine instantaneously healing light.
Divine Mother - Yogananda Over 500 locations worldwide, The last installment of this photo essay is ready for you, Receive inspirational quotes, articles, and guidance for daily spiritual living as well as the latest news and events from Self-Realization Fellowship, See how your support helps spiritual seekers worldwide, Hear from those benefiting from SRF's soul-liberating spiritual programs for all, From the Wisdom Legacy of I have a deep bond with all 6 SRF Masters. In 1945, Paramhansa Yoganandaauthor of Autobiography of a Yogi wrote a booklet titled The Cosmic Mother: One Aspect of God, in which he taught a way of relating to God that was new to many people. laws; but until He is absolutely sure of the devotee He will not answer openly, You must cry urgently and unceasingly; then She smiles and is with you instantly. I have always communed with Divine Mother since as far as memory goes and have had numerous dreams and visions of her over the years. Break the night and show Thy moond face! Break my pride and show Thy face of humbleness! The little kitten is carried about by the mother cat, content wherever she places it. Now it is complete. Sometimes He answers by dropping a I said to Her, Oh! Then rub the palms together briskly, hold up your hands and chant Aum three times sending healing energy to that person as long as you feel to do so. May i place at The Holy feet Flowers of eternal love, devotion and gratitude. through constructive actions. Yoganandaji reveals the innermost essence of this majestic scripture who we are, why we were created, and our place and purpose in the vast cosmic scheme of things. I touched Thy tenderness in the softness of the lily. It included that, yes, but was not limited to it. Break my feelings and show Thy face of love! and people call You unreal! and Divine Mother smiled. It was Thy love that spoke through the voice of friendship. Kali dancing the Cosmic dance, with awestruck girl at her feet. O Eternal Energy, awaken in me conscious will, conscious vitality, conscious health, conscious realization. I see your Smiling Face responding as The Cosmic Mother. A collection of more than 300 universal prayers, affirmations, and visualizations, this book is for both beginners and experienced meditators an indispensable guide to awaken the boundless joy, peace, and inner freedom of the soul. Here: Yogananda taught that the Mother aspect of God is more approachable than the Father aspect, and therefore divine union is easier through that doorway. Learn how to calm your mind, still your body, and open the doorway to the joy of your soul. I said to Her, Oh! Paramhansa Yogananda's teachings on the Divine Mother. Divine Spirit has no partiality; the Mother loves all. In spite of our indifference and pursuit of sense pleasures, still God is loving us, and always will.
Prayer to Divine Mother Divine - Paramhansa Yogananda | Facebook Through scientific techniques of meditation such as Kriya Yoga, one learns to "shut the door" to outer distractions by withdrawing the life force and attention from the sensory nerves. true devotees, no matter in what form they love Him.[and] answers their You can read a short excerpt below. Master Mahasaya, or M, author of Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Teach me to feel that Thou art the power behind all wealth, and the value within all things. As Thy children, it is our privilege to love Thee, for Thou art ours. awaken my heart, awaken my soul, ignite my darkness, tear the veil of silence, and fill my temple with Thy glory. Yogananda - Cosmic Chants - Deliver Us From Delusion Divine Mother's Song to the Devotee- Paramhansa Yogananda Practicing the Presence of God Change Your Thoughts, Change Yourself Pray with me, OM, amen, amin! All rights reserved. God's unconditional mercy is expressed in the mother. Manifest Thy light through the darkness of my ignorance. When we think deeply enough, we find an answer within. When that sensory urge disappears, then the urge for God automatically appears. She did not make it easy but I am finally in a place where I understand the love and guidance i received to become a disciple of Yogananda. Lessons subscriptions Change your contact info View Lessons Auxiliary Content Make a Donation, Your digital spiritual companion for study, meditation, and inspiration (newly expanded), A 9-month in-depth course on meditation and spiritual living, Further guidance and additional techniques, A magazine devoted to healing of body, mind and soul, Your digital spiritual companion for study, meditation, and inspiration. Two Short Healing Prayer Techniques 1. Jesus Christ, Great Masters of India, and beloved Guru, Paramhansa Yogananda, we humbly bow at Thy feet. These words of Christ refer to entering into the "closet" of inner silence. Thank you! He wrote: "I prefer the word 'demand' to 'prayer,' because the former is devoid of the primitive and medieval conception of a kingly tyrant God whom we, as beggars, have to . Destroy the wall of my ignorance, and appear unto me in all Thy splendour. One early influence was Yoganandas mother Gyan Prabha Ghosh. As far as I know, he never spoke of these other aspects of Divine Mother. Attend online meditations, spiritual retreats, and group study of the SRF teachings, The book that changed the lives of millions! Just a little touch of this sweetness is enough to have us desire nothing morecant wait to get to the meditation room, to get still again, to be able to feel some of this divine nectar. Prepare for these techniques with prayer and meditation, calming the mind and asking God that Divine Will be done. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. These are not the result of the stimuli of the senses, but the combination of the devotee's silence and God's voice of silence. I just wonder if Master said anything about these differences.
Prayer: Demand of the Soul by Paramahansa Yogananda Then proceed with one of the following healing prayer methods: After meditation, draw the energy to the arms and hands. Convert yourself into a divine battery, sending out through your hands divine healing rays whenever and wherever they may be needed. Through my spiritual happiness I will serve all. Sometimes it is very good that we do This website uses cookies to improve your experience. Experience the power of spiritual community, Join us for meditation and inspiration. Join friends and members of SRF at an event near you. It is You who are real and all things else are unreal, I said, and the Divine Mother smiled again. Gloom is but the shade of Divine Mothers hand outstretched caressingly. Sati (an incarnation of Devi) (1943) by Nandalal Bose, Bernardino Luini, Madonna and Child with Angels, Raphaels Madonna and child from his painting Madonna di San Sisto, Madonna and Child, Fra Filippo Lippi, c. 1440, Madonna and child, Gherardo Starnina, 1410. O blazing Light! But if an invocation becomes merely a part of an ecclesiastical ceremony, performed mechanicallyconcentration on the form of religion rather than its spiritGod doesn't much like that kind of prayer.
Paramhansa Yogananda's teachings on the Divine Mother You were sent on earth to experience God's cosmic show and then return to your abode in Him.I say, Lord, this is Your show. Join us in sending healing to the world during these challenging times. And thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly" (Matthew 6:5, 6). Online classes, regular webinars and more. Other terms for this aspect of Divinity are Aum, Shakti, Holy Ghost, Cosmic Intelligent Vibration, Nature or Prakriti. hands, asking first for Your guidance, and then following through by thinking The following poems and prayers are just a selection from the writings of Paramhansa Yogananda: Mother's Eyes My Devotion Sinking in a Dream O Divine Mother, I Am Thine, for Thou Art Eternally Mine But to maintain that attitude takes great will. Repeat the following: "Divine Mother, Thou art omnipresent. Heavenly Father, teach me to remember Thee in poverty or prosperity, in sickness or health, in ignorance or wisdom. At that point I did not realize what a tremendous blessing that was. Therefore, perfection is in me. (Excerpts from Discourse 28, The Second Coming of Christ by Paramahansa Yogananda p.497). Fill us with Thy healing light that we may share Thy blessings with those in need. He has always been near; it is we who have been wandering away from His consciousness. Awaken my heart! Join our global community from wherever you are. You can unsubscribe at any time using the Unsubscribe link at the bottom of every email. awaken my heart, awaken my soul, ignite my darkness, tear the veil of silence, and fill my temple with Thy glory. Every night in meditation, throw yourself at the feet of the Lord. can be taken care of. After meditating, draw the energy into the arms and hands by rubbing the hands together briskly and then visualize the person before you. When you continuously work that will through But if they could see what strength, what joy, what love is in the Divine Mother, they would fly away from all else. Sati (an incarnation of Devi) (1943) by Nandalal Bose, Bernardino Luini, Madonna and Child with Angels, Raphaels Madonna and child from his painting Madonna di San Sisto, Madonna and Child, Fra Filippo Lippi, c. 1440, Madonna and child, Gherardo Starnina, 1410. I heard Thy voice in the lisping whispers of my devotion. I long to be with You always. believe may help. Of what use is my going to Kasi any more? Sometimes an apparent disaster turns into a blessing for you. Gloom is but the shade of Divine Mothers hand outstretched caressingly. So when trouble comes, dont think that She is punishing you; Her hand overshadowing you holds some blessing as it reaches out to bring you nearer to Her. First, invoke the Divine Presence to bless, guide and protect your healing prayer session. I dont want anything but You alone.
I heard Thy voice in the lisping whispers of my devotion. Yogananda said the Kriya Yoga meditation technique is the fastest route to Self-realization.. To utter God with definitely receive Gods answer.At one time or another, everyone has found Paramhansa Yogananda left behind a wealth of divinely inspired poetry and prayers written to the Divine Mother. God as Divine Mother ever watches over Her human children, peeping through the caring hearts of all true mothers. You have faith that She knows best. This website uses cookies to improve your experience. Thou art the essence of everything. I long to be with You always. Divine Mother, I heard Thy voice in the speaking fragrance of the rose. It is not Thy pity that we want, but Thy lovefor Thou art our Father and we are Thy children. does not speak, lest in so doing He influence the devotees use of free will to Im happy that you found this site! O Eternal Energy, awaken in me conscious will, conscious vitality, conscious health, conscious realization. I relate to the loving energy of the Divine Mother through Masters chants and prayers. Learn more, Copyright Ananda Church of Self-Realization of Nevada County 2023, The Joy Symbol is a trademark registered by Ananda Sangha Worldwide. One is the material. Read more aboutMetaphysical Meditations. by that which flows through it. Those who practice the technique of Kriya deeply for even a little while, and sit long in meditation in the resultant stillness, find that the force of their prayer is doubled, trebled, a hundred times more powerful. Wherever this healing light is present, there is perfection. Ananda Course in Meditation Starting May 11. Praying for others in this way will also help to heal you. Divine Mother, with the language of my soul I demand realization of Thy presence. Sharing the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda. As quickly as I can, I shall do Your work and get out of this play of Yours; but I want to take others also away from this delusive drama of comedies and nightmares., But as long as it exists for you, have but one trend of thought in your mind God.Close your eyes, think of God, and give the Divine Mother a call from your soul. Heavenly Father, as Thy true devotees, we know we can never perish, but will find eternal life in Thee. 8 communities, 45 teaching centers, and 102 meditation groups. Dont forget that. Chant Aum mentally or aloud three times while deeply concentrating on Gods blessings flowing out to them. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Kali dancing the Cosmic dance, with awestruck girl at her feet. Others inspired him through their lives or poetry, including the mystical poet Ramprasad Sen and the great Master Sri Ramakrishna. Copyright 2023 Yogoda Satsanga Society of India/Self-Realization Fellowship. Make my soul Thy temple! Only Love,Joy, Beauty radiate. The Hindu scriptures . If only you could see the beautiful eyes of the Mother that I beheld last night. But to maintain that attitude takes great will.
PDF Self-Realization Fellowship Worldwide Prayer Circle This website is a veritable trove, that I look forward to raiding again and again. Go deep into the inner sanctum of meditation, mentally praying with utmost sincerity: "Father, reveal Thyself!" All rights reserved. Divine Mother, with the language of my soul I demand realization of Thy presence. O blazing Light! Prayers from Yogananda. His greatest work on God as Mother is the booklet The Cosmic Mother: One Aspect of God. Prayer to Divine Mother Divine Mother, Thou art omnipresent. There are two kinds of seekers: those who are like the baby monkey and those who are like the kitten. You made me in Your image; and my home is with You. When that comes, you know that you are communing with God. When we are hit with difficulties we I know they all lead to the Formless. May Thy love shine forever on the sanctuary of my devotion, and may I be able to awaken Thy love in all hearts. the Father, and the Father wills that your desire be fulfilled. Manifest Thy light through the darkness of my ignorance. He also said that She is far more than any of the limited forms in which She is worshipedthough worship of a personal form can help one more easily reach the Universal form of God. Second question: That booklet was never reprinted after the 1940s, so it isnt available in print only online. out the various angles for a possible solution. God does help those who object of will must materialize. O Bestower of unceasing bliss! Kulakundalini, Goddess Full of Brahman, Tara, O Divine Mother, I Am Thine, for Thou Art Eternally Mine, Thou Mother of Flames, Show Thy Face, Hidden Beneath the Veil of Cosmic Motion Pictures, With the Torch of our Devotion, blaze our dark indifference, Divine Mother, come Thyself into the waiting Temple of our Love, I will be the naughty baby of the Divine Mother, Thou didst reveal Thy silver rays of Speaking Silence, Whether dead or living, I am held in Thine Immortal Arms, Prayer for expanding Love from self to all brethren, I loved all things, that I might learn to crave Thee only, Teach me to find Happiness in the Joy of others, Come to me as Kindness (Inspired by Ram Prasads Song), The Bee of my Mind loves to drink from the Blue Lotus of Thy Feet, Come to me as Kindness (Inspired by Ram Prasads Song), The Cosmic Mother: An ExperientialWorkshop, I am your Mother through all eternity. (p.492). In divine love and golden light Healing prayers and positive, Video with Mary Kretzmann, Director of Ananda Healing Prayer Ministry. Aum, Kali. Step away from your busy life for a few days; take time to be still and refresh your soul. Under all circumstances health or sickness, riches or poverty, sunshine or gray clouds your feeling must remain unruffled. Stone sculpture, Gujarat, 16th century. Open wide the flower of my devotion.. If one tunes in to the consciousness of a spiritual master, that master has the power to help one feel and experience their spiritual state. O Bestower of unceasing bliss! It is warm and loving. Available in over 50 languages, Enjoy our weekly talks with meditations from SRF monks and nuns. The aspect of God that is active in creation; the shakti, or power, of the Transcendent Creator. Copyright 2022 Self-Realization Fellowship. If any of Yoganandas disciple know: When Yogananda referred to Kali, did he mean Divine Mother in all her aspects, or did he mean Kali Ma specifically? and people call You unreal! and Divine Mother smiled. A prayer that is strong and deep will Break the sun and show Thy face of power! This Shamla of Shamballa. In your silence God's silence ceases. Here are a few techniques to help you pray most effectively for those who need healing on a physical, emotional, or spiritual level. One who prays loudly is liable to become hypocritical if his attention is focused on the practiced intonation of his voice falling on his auditory nerveswords spoken for effect, to attract and impress others. thought a zillion different thoughts; but I can solve it by placing it in Your Teach me to feel that Thou art the power behind all wealth, and the value within all things. But if you are not very strong, they may steal that love from you.