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Treasures Along the Path

Swami Kriyananda

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20:15

Inner Meaning of Christmas

Treasures Along the Path ·

2025/12/21

The talk emphasizes the importance of expanding our consciousness beyond material attachments and identifications, highlighting that true spiritual growth comes from giving love and consciousness to others rather than material possessions. It underscores that Christ's teachings and the spirit of Christmas are about realizing our oneness with all beings and worshiping God in spirit and truth. Ultimately, the talk encourages us to understand that we are manifestations of the infinite spirit

18:15

The Land of Golden Sunshine

Treasures Along the Path ·

2025/12/20

The Land of Golden Sunshine is a poetic treasure, cherished by thousands of readers over many years. In this intensely affecting parable, Lisa, a young girl, is asked to choose between two eternally contrasting worlds: that of material pursuits and that of endless happiness and love-a spiritual land of golden sunshine. Like Lisa, all people who sincerely seek truth must sooner or later hear in their soul the call to a higher life. How, if you hear the call, will you respond? Published in

39:31

Heeding God's Call In Our Souls

Treasures Along the Path ·

2025/12/19

March 3, 1987The talk explores the importance of heeding God’s call within our souls, emphasizing sincere prayer, inner dedication, and living by divine inspiration rather than outward conformity or tradition. It contrasts true spiritual understanding-rooted in love, clarity, and personal experience-with superficial religious practices and intellectual debates, using examples from Jesus’s teachings and the Bhagavad Gita. Through parables and reflections, it encourages readers to seek truth,

45:05

Women's Role in Society-Back Action Without Desire

Treasures Along the Path ·

2025/12/18

The talk explores the idea that men and women are fundamentally souls beyond gender, and that both masculine and feminine qualities-such as reason and compassion-are essential for human balance and spiritual growth. It emphasizes the importance of expressing love, compassion, and selfless action, especially in a society that often overvalues reason and competition. Ultimately, the talk encourages living and working with a sense of divine connection, seeing oneself as an instrument of a

47:41

The Power of Discipleship

Treasures Along the Path ·

2025/12/17

The talk is a reflective talk by a spiritual teacher discussing the challenges and inspirations behind writing a new book that explores the unity between the Bible and the Bhagavad Gita, emphasizing the universal truths shared by major world religions. The author describes the writing process, the importance of making abstract spiritual concepts accessible, and the need for interfaith understanding and upliftment of human consciousness. The work is presented as a continuation of a spiritual

26:43

God: The Final Solution

Treasures Along the Path ·

2025/12/16

This talk is a spiritual reflection emphasizing that true peace, love, and fulfillment are found within oneself through a deep, personal relationship with God, rather than through external circumstances or material pursuits. It encourages readers to seek God directly, especially in times of sorrow or longing, and to understand that worldly experiences are merely reflections of the divine presence within. The author also announces upcoming yoga and meditation classes, highlighting their role

45:24

Swami Kriyananda at the Biltmore (March 09, 1996)

Treasures Along the Path ·

2025/12/16

Main Themes & IdeasSpiritual Centering: The talk opens with the idea that each person is the center of their own universe, referencing Yogananda’s teachings that the divine is “center everywhere, circumference nowhere.” Movement through space and time is described as an illusion; true spiritual experience is always at the center.Illusion of Time & Space: Kriyananda discusses how time and space are illusions, using stories from Indian scriptures and spiritual teachers to illustrate

57:55

True Education

Treasures Along the Path ·

2025/12/15

1974The talk is a detailed speech on the philosophy and ideals of education, inspired by spiritual teachings and personal experiences. It emphasizes the importance of attitude, self-awareness, and spiritual growth as the core of true education, contrasting it with conventional education systems focused mainly on information and practical skills.To support this work, go to: https://www.ananda.org/support/treasures/

26:24

Guru's Grace

Treasures Along the Path ·

2025/12/15

The talk explores the spiritual and introspective lessons drawn from the Kurukshetra battle in the Bhagavad Gita, emphasizing inner struggle over external conflict and the role of introspection after personal battles.To support this work, go to: https://www.ananda.org/support/treasures/

13:28

Relativity of Values

Treasures Along the Path ·

2025/12/14

This talk is a philosophical lecture exploring the concept of the relativity of values, drawing parallels between Einstein’s theory of relativity in physics and the nature of human values and morality. It discusses how values, often considered absolute, are in fact relative to cultural, situational, and individual perspectives, while also examining the implications of this relativity for ethics, society, and spiritual growth.To support this work, go to:

8:38

Say Yes To Life Series - Ten Commandments II

Treasures Along the Path ·

2025/12/13

These reflections explore the essence of life, the importance of embracing joy, and the spiritual understanding of human existence beyond ego. Kriyananda shares personal insights on freedom, kindness, and the interconnectedness of all beings, emphasizing a universal consciousness that transcends individual identity.To support this work, go to: https://www.ananda.org/support/treasures/

6:00

Many Names of God

Treasures Along the Path ·

2025/12/12

This talk explores the nature of God, the perception of divinity in the world, and the essence of true religious faith beyond dogma. It emphasizes experiencing God through love, beauty, and inner life rather than rigid beliefs or external possessions.To support this work, go to: https://www.ananda.org/support/treasures/

12:06

Why Spiritual Communities

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2025/12/11

The talk explores the significance and rationale behind spiritual communities, particularly in the context of American society. It delves into the dual human tendencies for independence and communal cooperation, emphasizing how spiritual communities fulfill a deep need for connection, growth, and shared purpose beyond mere economic or social convenience.In conclusion, the talk presents spiritual communities as essential for nurturing deep relationships, collective spiritual energy, and

13:36

Why and How of Spiritual Education

Treasures Along the Path ·

2025/12/10

Spiritual education is presented as a holistic approach to developing children, focusing not only on intellectual knowledge but also on character, mind, body, and soul. The talk emphasizes that education should inspire children to respond actively to new information rather than passively absorb it, recognizing that children are born ignorant and need to be taught in ways that challenge and engage them.Spiritual education is about bringing children into awareness of a greater reality beyond

10:10

The Inner Spine

Treasures Along the Path ·

2025/12/09

This talk provides an in-depth exploration of spiritual practice focusing on the mantra "Hong-Sau" and the anatomy of yoga, particularly the flow of energy in the spine and mind. It offers practical guidance on meditation techniques, breath awareness, and the philosophical understanding of the duality within human consciousness.In summary, the talk combines practical meditation instructions with profound philosophical insights into the nature of self, consciousness, and spiritual evolution,

7:09

Medicine Wheel

Treasures Along the Path ·

2025/12/09

October 8, 1978This talk explores profound spiritual insights and reflections on human happiness, freedom, and the true purpose of life. It challenges the common pursuit of material wealth as a source of fulfillment and emphasizes the importance of inner freedom, self-awareness, and connection to a higher consciousness.Ultimately, the talk encourages readers, especially young people, to reflect deeply on their life's purpose beyond material success. It calls for an awakening to the infinite

5:22

The Kingdom of Heaven Lies Within

Treasures Along the Path ·

2025/12/08

The talk explores the concept of the Kingdom of Heaven as an inner spiritual experience rather than a distant or physical place. It challenges common misconceptions about heaven and hell, emphasizing that true inspiration and happiness come from within, not from external conditions or material possessions. The discussion integrates religious teachings, psychological insights, and philosophical reflections to explain how individuals can access a state of inner heaven through meditation,

15:14

Hard Times Ahead

Treasures Along the Path ·

2025/12/08

This lecture addresses the current state of the country, focusing on the economic difficulties and social challenges faced, while exploring historical context, prophetic insights, and practical advice for navigating hard times ahead.Kriyananda concludes by highlighting the importance of preparation and adaptation for the difficult times ahead. A seminar is mentioned that will offer practical guidance on how to not only survive but thrive amid economic and social upheaval, focusing on peace

7:47

A New Dispensation

Treasures Along the Path ·

2025/12/07

This talk offers a profound exploration of spiritual insights, the nature of divine truth, and the unique mission of a spiritual community rooted in the teachings of a great Master. It reflects on the dynamic and ever-new experience of God's love, the role of a Master as a divine incarnation, and the transformative power of attunement to a spiritual ray.The talk closes with a call to recognize and embrace the power given through the Master’s ray to bless, inspire, and uplift others

17:47

Fate and Free-Will

Treasures Along the Path ·

2025/12/06

1967This talk is a detailed philosophical lecture exploring the concept of spiritual humanism, tracing its historical development, and emphasizing the balance between abstract cosmic understanding and human-centered spirituality. It addresses the evolution of human thought from supernatural views to scientific objectivity and the need for a spiritual humanism that integrates both the cosmic scale and the inner human experience.In summary, this philosophical discourse on spiritual humanism

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