Best Chris Lauren Mike Amp Priyank Podcasts (2025)

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Autobiography Chapter 20, Part 2: Sri Yukteswar’s subtle influencing hand 31:44

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 20 from: “I soon reached the schoolmaster’s house...” to “....please serve Mukunda’s food. His train leaves soon.” Summary: Mukunda (Paramahansa Yogananda) is determined to go to Kashmir despite no-cooperation from his everyone in his life! We ponder the reasons behind a sudden change in Behari's behavio…

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Autobiography Chapter 20, Part 1: Sri Yukteswar’s art of diplomacy 42:44

10d ago42:44

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This episode covers the first part of chapter 20 to “...My guru silently resumed his walk;” Summary: As Mukunda uses his nous to make his trip to Kashmir happen, Sri Yukteswar does everything he can to politely postpone it – almost as if he knew what was about to happen! We explore the themes of aligning our plans with divine will, the hidden prote…

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Autobiography Chapter 19, Part 3: Sri Yukteswar’s kindergarten for gifted boys and girls 43:49

17d ago43:49

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This episode covers the last part of chapter 19 from: “A crestfallen Dijen soon entered the room...” to the end of the chapter. Summary: The highlights of the end of the chapter is the subtle reference to the Bible passage where Jesus walks on water and Peter attempts to join him, as discussed in Paramahansa Yogananda’s epic work The Second Coming …

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Autobiography Chapter 19, Part 2: The secrets of teleportation 55:41

23d ago55:41

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 19 from: “As the room was rather dark, I moved nearer to a window...” to “...I had not been the victim of a hallucination.” Summary: Reva joins us as we break down the dazzling appearance of Sri Yukteswar to an awe-stricken Mukunda (Paramahansa Yogananda). Guruji provides infinitesimal detail about this …

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Autobiography Chapter 19, Part 1: The secret art of telepathy 47:26

1M ago47:26

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This episode covers the first part of chapter 19 from: “I am often beset by atheistic doubts. Yet a torturing surmise sometimes haunts me...” to “... Dijen made for the door and closed it noisily behind him.” Summary: As we gauge our expectations for this chapter, we ponder over the similarities between those that have come and those that are yet t…

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Autobiography Chapter 18, Part 3: The life and times of Afzal Khan and Hazrat 1:06:06

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 18 from: “Guruji,” I interrupted, “if Afzal could easily secure such things as gold...” to “... Farewell, world! I go to seek the forgiveness of the Cosmic Beloved.” Summary: The confessional story of Afsal Khan is one of remorse and sorrow, accompanied with a drop of transformation. We explore the theme…

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Autobiography Chapter 18, Part 2: How not to follow your guru’s teachings 1:05:14

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 18 from: “Ignoring his master’s warning, Afzal began to misuse his powers...” to “...there was no sign of the glittering plates or the remnants of the meal.” Summary: The daunting task of analysing the character of Afzal and his supernatural abilities and their moral implications can only be done if you …

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Autobiography Chapter 18, Part 1: Breaking past life limitations 1:07:21

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This episode covers the start of chapter 18 to: “This invisible entity was able to fulfil the fakir’s slightest wish...” Summary: Chapter 18 is perhaps one of the most intriguing of the book, and we take a moment to explore why we feel that could be, before delving in! Sri Yukteswar visits Mukunda’s halls of residence (subtly exposing a very sweet …

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Autobiography Chapter 17, Part 4: Yogananda’s how-to-live schools 55:00

2M ago55:00

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This episode covers the the last part of chapter 17: “On his return from Puri, Sri Yukteswar...” to end of the chapter (and the long footnote). Summary: How did Sri Yukteswar intervene to enhance the academic offering of Serampore College (solely for the benefit of his principal disciple Mukunda)? An intriguing question, one which we discuss in thi…

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Autobiography Chapter 17, Part 3: Academic excellence vs. spiritual ascent 59:49

2M ago59:49

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 17 from: “The first two years of my course at Scottish Church...” to “...mixed with ejaculations betraying their astonishment.” Summary: In this short and seemingly simple section of the chapter lies some gold dust, but you have to explore underlying meanings behind the narrative as experienced by Parama…

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Autobiography Chapter 17, Part 2: Sri Yukteswar and the butterfly effect 1:12:49

2M ago1:12:49

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 17 from: “It was my proudest privilege to bring college friends to meet my guru...” to “...effect of stiffening his will and impairing his manners.” Summary: Using the example with Sri Yukteswar, Paramhansa Yogananda and Sasi - we delve into the significance of personal effort in spiritual growth, the pi…

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Special: Kumbh Mela 2025 1:01:38

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Priyank is asked to give a talk on his experiences of the Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj. He speaks about its historical significance, why 660 million devotees attended and the link to Mahavatar Babaji and our lineage of Gurus. 0:00 Agenda; 1:55 Significance of Prayagraj; 6:23 Kumbh Legend from scripture; 12:23 Astrological timing; 16:23 Naga Babas and th…

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Autobiography Chapter 17, Part 1: Sri Yukteswar prolongs the life of a doctor 1:09:24

3M ago1:09:24

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This episode covers the start of chapter 17 to “...boundless in his kindness when responding to an urgent prayer of a devotee.” Summary: This episode focusses on the different types of seekers, we share our personal strategies for engaging with them and how to handle situations where people show interest in our way of life, but actually use it agai…

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Autobiography Chapter 16, Part 9: Yogananda’s Second Coming of Christ 1:00:35

3M ago1:00:35

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This episode covers the long footnote on the end of chapter 16. Summary: Paramahansa Yogananda and Sri Yukteswar discuss the many misinterpretations of the Bible of both the Old and New Testament. We bolster these discussions with details provided in Second Coming of Christ – The Resurrection of Christ Within You and provide our take on the controv…

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Autobiography Chapter 16, Part 8: Adam and Eve consciousness 43:10

3M ago43:10

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This episode covers the last part of chapter 16: “The animal forms were too crude to express...” to the end of the chapter. Summary: Sri Yukteswar further elaborates on the depth and symbolism of teachings from Genesis,, to the complete satisfaction of paramahansa Yogananda’s keen intellect. First we look at the grossness of the consciousness prese…

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Autobiography Chapter 16, Part 7: Sri Yukteswar’s theory of Everything 1:04:32

3M ago1:04:32

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 16: “The Adam and Eve story is incomprehensible to me...” to “…produced through an act of special creation by God.” Summary: Sri Yukteswar explains the profound symbolism expressed in the Adam and Eve narrative from Genesis to Paramahansa Yogananda. We carefully dissect the concepts with Cian, drawing in…

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Autobiography Chapter 16, Part 6: Sri Yukteswar’s mastery of world scripture 1:00:40

4M ago1:00:40

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 16: “Men, one by one, escape from creation’s prison...” to “…those that attain a liberating knowledge of the One Father.” Summary: We are forced to undertake a deep dive into the spiritual texts and philosophies mentioned in this section of the chapter, including the concept of Yugas, the importance of f…

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Autobiography Chapter 16, Part 5: The Yuga debate, as stirred up by Sri Yukteswar 1:09:14

4M ago1:09:14

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 16: “The starry inscription at one’s birth, I came to understand...” to “...the contrasts and relativities of the phenomenal universe.” Summary: As Paramahansa Yogananda explains some detail surrounding the Yuga science as revealed to him by Swami Sri Yukteswar, we explore the depths of the teaching from…

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Autobiography Chapter 16, Part 4: The cremation of doubt 56:15

4M ago56:15

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 16: “On later occasions, when I brought my friends...” to “... formidable than are influences flowing from the heavens.” Summary: This section further explores the concepts of destiny and fate – but what is the difference between the two? We focus on the importance of personal effort and spiritual traini…

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Autobiography Chapter 16, Part 3: Gurudeva and the planetary Devas 1:10:16

4M ago1:10:16

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 16: “Sir, of course I shall take your advice...” to “...I was living with a personage indeed superhuman.” Summary: Mark joins us as we review Sri Yukteswar’s hints about the divine astral beings associated with the planets and Paramahansa Yogananda’s expositions on the complex subject matter in God Talks…

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Autobiography Chapter 16, Part 2: Where free-will ends and destiny begins 1:27:39

5M ago1:27:39

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 16: “A child is born on that day and at that hour when...” to “... secured and unless the remedial agent is worn next to the skin.” Summary: Cian joins us again as Sri Yukteswar and Paramahansa Yogananda further explore astrological science starting with natal charts and horoscopes. This opened up the co…

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Autobiography Chapter 16, Part 1: Sri Yukteswar’s Astrology 101 1:00:27

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This episode covers the start of chapter 16 to: “...equilibriums that each man has set into motion in the past.” Summary: Chapter 16 starts the fundamentals of astrology as understood by a god realised master in Sri Yukteswar: its relation to belief, and its potential influence on human destiny. We also cover the significance of astronomy in ancien…

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Autobiography Chapter 15, Part 8: Yogananda’s life of tireless service 1:17:40

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This episode covers the last section of chapter 15 from: “The sankirtan issuing from Sri Yukteswar’s second-storey sitting room...” to end of the chapter. Summary: Mark re-joins us for this episode, which starts with the efficacy of kirtan and chanting in day-to-day life as well as spiritual growth. Paramahansa Yognaanda and Swami Sri Yukteswar hos…

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Autobiography Chapter 15, Part 7: Yogananda’s cosmic drum 58:25

5M ago58:25

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This episode covers the next section of chapter 15 from: “Bach, among Western composers, understood the charm and power of repetitious...” to “...a dim memory comes to him of his divine origin.” Summary: The concept of talas, subtle variations in repetition and rhythm is brought to life with musical examples in this fascinating explanation of Param…

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Autobiography Chapter 15, Part 6: Yogananda’s Cosmic Chants and Ragas 59:54

6M ago59:54

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This episode covers the next section of chapter 15 from: “The foundation stones of Hindu music are ragas...” to “... all its subtle microtonal and rhythmic variations.” Summary: We dissect Paramahansa Yogananda’s detailed explanations of the significance of chants and music in the context of Indian classical music and ragas, highlighting their role…

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Autobiography Chapter 15, Part 5: Yogananda’s favourite festivals 53:52

6M ago53:52

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This episode covers the next section of chapter 15 from: “Sri Yukteswar sponsored four yearly festivals...” to “...the human souls wandering in maya-delusion.” Summary: Sri Yukteswar encourages ashram residents to partake religious festivities, particularly those tied to the equinoxes and solstices, and we discuss the cultural and spiritual signifi…

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Autobiography Chapter 15, Part 4: Don’t compartmentalise Sri Yukteswar 56:18

6M ago56:18

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This episode covers the next section of chapter 15 from: “A humorous occurrence took place a few days after...” to “...faith in the loving-kindness of their Omnipresent Father.” Summary: Shiraz joins us again for the important spiritual concepts in this section of the book, including the importance of faith, the power of intuition, and the concept …

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Autobiography Chapter 15, Part 3: Paramhansa Yogananda’s fine tuning techniques 1:11:06

6M ago1:11:06

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This episode covers the next section of chapter 15 from: “Intuition is soul guidance, appearing naturally in man...” to “...indignant that anyone should dare to experiment further.” Summary: Our friend Shiraz joins us as we explore the concepts of intuition, willpower, the role of the heart in receiving and transmitting information, and the importa…

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Autobiography Chapter 15, Part 2: Sri Yuktewar’s Wi-Fi range extender 49:31

6M ago49:31

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This episode covers the next section of chapter 15 from: “I asked Sri Yukteswar that evening to explain...” to “...and go to a certain room for a single cauliflower.” Summary: Sri Yukteswar and Paramahansa Yogananda discuss the intricacies of the cauliflower robbery and the concept of radio and its impact on society. We explore the idea of thoughts…

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Autobiography Chapter 15, Part 1: Crazy for Cauliflower 55:23

7M ago55:23

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This episode covers the start of chapter 15 from: “Master, a gift for you! These six huge cauliflowers...” to “... had yielded the object of his singlehearted desire?” Summary: We start chapter 15 be exploring the our expectations for the chapter and how Paramahansa Yogananda has surprised us with the content in this intriguing section of the book!…

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Autobiography Chapter 14, Part 5: Paramahansa Yogananda teaches us how to quantify our progress in meditation 51:35

7M ago51:35

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This episode covers the last part of chapter 14: “Sri Yukteswar taught me how to summon...” to “...who but He bears the burden of the cosmos?” Summary: As Paramahansa Yogananda adjusts to life after attaining to Samadhi, he still introspects and asks Sri Yukteswar the pertinent questions to make sure sure that he has made it! How does intuition hel…

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Autobiography Chapter 14, Part 4: Samadhi, by Paramahansa Yogananda 1:43:18

7M ago1:43:18

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This episode covers the heart of chapter 14: The Samadhi Poem Summary: The most profound poem in all of English literature is Samadhi, by Paramahansa Yogananda. We dedicate an entire episode to the poem, sharing our experiences and joy gleaned from its detailed study, with Chris describing this as our best episode yet! 1:11 Introduction; 5:44 Maya;…

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Autobiography Chapter 14, Part 3: Yogananda sweeps the balcony of his mind 55:16

7M ago55:16

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 14: “Suddenly the breath returned to my lungs...” to “...endeavoring to convey a glimpse of its glory.” Summary: What does it mean that breath is mentioned in this section, how does Paramahansa Yogananda relate it to cosmic consciousness and what does it mean? We also have a delightful discussion on the …

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Autobiography Chapter 14, Part 2: Paramahansa Yogananda describes Samadhi 1:07:37

8M ago1:07:37

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 14: “Poor boy, mountains cannot give you what you want...” to “...Aum, the vibration of the Cosmic Motor.” Summary: Sri Yukteswar grants Paramahansa Yogananda the pinnacle of human experience: Samadhi. But is it Savikalpa or Nirvikalpa? Has he experienced glimpses of this before? Guruji splits the experi…

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Autobiography Chapter 14, Part 1: Paramahansa Yogananda's precursor to samadhi 50:50

8M ago50:50

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This episode covers the start part of chapter 14: to “...Thwarted and exposed, I made my way sadly to his side.” Summary: Paramahansa Yogananda writes the most comprehensive description of the Samadhi experience in all literature, we endeavour to give this the devotion and careful attention that it deserves. Before this experience Mukunda describes…

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Autobiography Chapter 13, Part 8: Paramahansa Yogananda sees the light 49:00

8M ago49:00

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This episode covers the last part of chapter 13: “If you work hard, you will get there...” to the end of the chapter. Summary: As Ram Gopal Mazumdar narrates an inspirational story (one that is particularly useful for us) we wonder if it is ‘enlightening’ simply to hear it with devotion. Soon afterward, Paramahansa Yogananda receives the grace and …

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Autobiography Chapter 13, Part 7: Overcoming our limitations, supported by SRF YSS Gurus 52:43

8M ago52:43

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 13: “You are asking illumination from me...” to “...to the star of unqualified divine attainment.” Summary: Mukunda assesses the spiritual impact of Ram Gopal Mazumdar’s austere sadhana and is surprised that the latter considers it of little consequence when contrasted with the eternal existence of God. …

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Autobiography Chapter 13, Part 6: Yogananda finds bliss in a remote jungle 45:28

8M ago45:28

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 13: “Ram Gopal took my hand and led...” to “...burn as though every cell were on fire.” Summary: Mukunda’s interactions with the "Sleepless Saint" allow us to explore a range of interesting topics such as cultural differences in hand-holding, food consumption, and the concept of 'guest is God'. We share …

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Autobiography Chapter 13, Part 5: In the temple of my heart 43:34

9M ago43:34

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 13: “The saint’s censorious attitude vanished...” to “...I feel great love for you.” Summary: Young Mukunda (Paramahansa Yogananda) receives some gentle words of wisdom from Ram Gopal Mazumdar on following your guru, having a space to meditate and love. We dig a little deeper into the significance of the…

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Autobiography Chapter 13, Part 4: Ram Gopal Mazumdar quizzes Paramahansa Yogananda 1:14:47

9M ago1:14:47

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 13: “The stranger halted beside me...” to “...venerated as nuclear centres of spiritual power.” Summary: As Mukunda finally finds Ram Gopal Muzumdar, we explore the intriguing facets of their intriguing preliminary exchanges – where is God and what is your purpose? Why did you not bow? Is there a Univera…

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Autobiography Chapter 13, Part 3: Paramahansa Yogananda’s trials 41:41

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 13: “I was not sure of the way...” to “...Such faith in the directions given.” Summary: Makunda's long and tiresome journey has a deeper meaning associated with his growth – as with all good and worthwhile journies in our life. We share our personal experiences of hospitality and its biblical spiritual s…

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Autobiography Chapter 13, Part 2: Sacrosanct and sacred customs 48:17

9M ago48:17

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 13: “The following morning I sought out Behari Pundit...” to “...walked briskly toward the outlying village of Ranbajpur.” Summary: Mukunda is ecstatic to have a starting point for his much sought-after sojourn to the Himalayas via the sleepless saint: Ram Gopal Mazumdar. Along his route he visits the bl…

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Autobiography Chapter 13, Part 1: Paramahansa Yogananda reflects 1:00:33

10M ago1:00:33

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This episode covers the first part of chapter 13: “Please permit me to go to the Himalayas...” to “...my conscience smote me at the thought of leaving my guru.” Summary: Mukunda's desire of samadhi bliss through the Himalayan solitudes is the main topic of this section. As Paramahansa Yogananda carefully reflects on this episode of his life with hi…

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 20: Sri Yukteswar’s leela 1:16:35

10M ago1:16:35

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This episode covers the last part of chapter 12: “My guru personally attended to the details...” to “...and egotism whose fall is the height of a man.” Summary: In this section Sri Yukteswar shows us the way to outwit unscrupulous souls seeking to take advantage of us. We reflect on more of Sri Yukteswar’s traits and qualities, precisely as Paramah…

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 19: Sri Yukteswar transforms a cynical magistrate 53:26

10M ago53:26

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12:“Men who were pridefully conscious of their wealth...”to“...ignorant men who are not seeking God, and wise men who are.” Summary: Sri Yukteswar’s influence on those around him was not limited to dedicated devotees, but also to visiting magistrates! We focus on the importance of humility, respect, and …

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 18: Sri Yukteswar tells us to be less bookish 1:02:44

10M ago1:02:44

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “Master stressed on other occasions the futility...” to “...His ego is pleased, that he can grasp such erudition.” Summary: We discuss the importance of understanding sacred writings through careful and deliberate reading, rather than focusing on quote memorisation and dinner conversation topic build…

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 17: Sri Yukteswar’s challenge to phoney philosophers 1:00:13

11M ago1:00:13

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “Among the philosophers, professors, lawyers...” to “...to any scourging inner discipline!” Summary: The guests that came to visit Sri Yukteswar’s hermitage did not always leave with their pre-conceptions intact, indeed they were jarred and dissected to the point of no return. What lessons should we …

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 16: Bending Rules 58:04

11M ago58:04

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “Sri Yukteswar’s mother lived in the...” to “... finding God will mean the funeral of all sorrows.” Summary: This section covers the subtle balancing act that is played by both the parent and the child for a harmonious, nurturing and growth facilitating symbiotic relationship. Shankaracharya, Sri Yuk…

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 15: Conquering Lust 1:26:13

11M ago1:26:13

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “My guru mixed freely with men and women...” to “...a love solitary because omnipresent.” Summary: The soul's is birthless, genderless and transcendent. Sri Yukteswar helps us to understand these high principles through some profound and inspirational philosophical dialogue. We reflect on how to live…

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Autobiography Chapter 12, Part 14: The Curious Case of Kumar 1:50:59

11M ago1:50:59

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 12: “During my early months with Master I experienced...” to “...his bounty pouring peacefully over my being.” Summary: Mukunda is an exemplary of leader – even from a young age, including the appointment as a young supervisor of the Hermitage. We discuss the challenges of leadership roles, and the case …

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