This episode covers the last part of chapter 22 from:
"‘You little fool,’ my brother-in-law blurted out...”
to the end of the chapter.

Summary:
We use’s Satish’s excellent life to focus on our own transformative experiences, divine interventions, and cultural perspectives on spirituality and death. Paramahansa Yogananda’s teachings encourage us to explore the related themes such as the power of prayer, dedication to spiritual practices, and the impact of life-changing moments on personal growth and relationships. The conversation also touched on the artistic quality of the writing and the profound insights shared about divine romance, unconditional love, sacrifice, and conscious transitions in death.

0:00 Previous Episode;
2:30 A fall into grace;
20:08 Light the lamp of Thy love;
37:05 The Divinest Romance;
52:39 Mejda - Roma in life and death;
1:05:31 Reflections on the chapter

Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the start of chapter 23 to:
"...I scarcely noticed when darkness changed into dawn.”

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This episode covers the next part of chapter 22 from:
"Reluctantly I opened my eyes, and saw that the temple doors...”
to
“...It was one o’clock; the divine vision had lasted an hour.”

Summary:
The Indian temple customs surrounding the lunchtime closure have a varied and fascinating history. With Samadhi being the ultimate form of escapism, we examine the lesser forms utilised today by the ideal devotee and not so, and their impact on spiritual growth, comparing modern mundane distractions with wholesome activities. The conversation concluded with reflections on prayer and meditation practices, including their potential for healing and global change.

0:00 Previous Episode;
2:31 The Prayer;
13:29 Spiritual Sight;
26:21 Matter;
30:40 Cracked the Matrix;
38:05 Answered Prayer;
43:00 Next Episode.

Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the last part of chapter 22 from:
"‘You little fool,’ my brother-in-law blurted out...”
to the end of the chapter.

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This episode covers the start of chapter 22 to:
"...a devout Christian sees Jesus; a Hindu beholds Krishna, or the Goddess Kali, or an expanding Light if his worship takes an impersonal turn.”

Summary:
As we start this chapter we reflect on its intriguing title and why Paramahansa Yogananda included it in the book. Guruji’s expert handling of religiously critical family members leaves much food for thought as we analyse how this relates to our lives and relationships. We also share readings about sustaining devotion and why God “prefers” the personal relationship with us – which is the easier path to walk versus the impersonal form.

0:00 Chapter Outlook;
4:55 A tricky husband;
13:35 Satish;
21:50 At the Kali Temple;
33:30 Personal Vs Impersonal form of God;
43:00 Next Episode.

Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 22 from:
"Reluctantly I opened my eyes, and saw that the temple doors...”
to
“...It was one o’clock; the divine vision had lasted an hour.”

#autobiographyofayogi #autobiographylinebyline #paramahansayogananda
Autobiography of a Yogi awake.minute
Self-Realization Fellowship Yogoda Satsanga Society of India
#SRF #YSS