Voice Of Vedanta

Spiritual Talk given by Swami Mahayogananda at the Santa Barbara Vedanta Temple on September 10, 2017. Can you remember your past life? Is there a past life to remember? Swami discusses fascinating scientific research on the subject and how it relates to the Hindu philosophy of reincarnation.

Spiritual Talk given at the Santa Barbara Vedanta Temple on September 3, 2017 by Swami Vedarupananda, called "The Law of Justice." Nearly every religious philosophy has a concept of reward or punishment for personal human behavior during one's lifetime. Swami Vedarupananda discusses the Law of Karma that prevails in Indian philosophy.

Spiritual Talk given by visiting Swami Dhyanayogananda at the Santa Barbara Temple on August 27, 2017 on "Mindful Worship." Swami reminds us that the goal of all yoga is to realize freedom of the soul, and that we actually have never been in bondage. Calling upon Pantanjali's Sutras and other texts, he shows how we must worship with our full awareness and attention, both mental and external, to claim our freedom. A mindul spiritual talk!

Spiritual Talk given on August 20, 2017 by Swami Sarvadevananda at the Santa Barbara Vedanta Temple. "Ramanuja and his Philosophy" is the title of this very educational talk, which introduces us to the important Vedanta philosopher, Ramanuja, whose birth was one thousand years ago in 1017. Ramanuja opened a new path for spiritual seekers in the Vedanta tradition. Swami gives an excellent explanation of how it enhanced Vedanta thought.

Spiritual Talk given by Pravrajika Krishnaprana at the Santa Barbara Temple on August 13, 2017 on the subject of Japa. The talk is beneficial for beginners as well as experienced practitioners of mantra repetition. It includes a question and answer period that covers many questions common to all. A lesson in which almost everyone can learn something new about japa!

Spiritual talk given by Swami Vedarupananda at the Santa Barbara Vedanta Temple on August 6, 2017 entitled "The God of Vedanta." We learn that the central point which permeates all Vedantic concepts of God is that there is one God who is known by many names. This talk concentrates on the personal God. Enjoy!

Spiritual talk given by visiting Swami Sarvapriyananda at the Santa Barbara Vedanta Temple on July 30, 2017 on "The Way of Love." Swami gives an in-depth talk on the Path of Bhakti Yoga, often referred to as the Way of Love. Anyone who has ever heard a lecture by Swami Sarvapriyananda knows that it is always a special treat - don't miss this one!

Spiritual Talk delivered by Swami Sarvadevananda on Sunday, July 23, 2017 at the Santa Barbara Temple. Swami discusses the Srimad Bhagavatam, considered by many to be the topmost of Hinduism's spiritual teachings. Swami focuses on that portion of the Bhagavatam concerning Bhakti Yoga, especially the stages of Bhakti worship that one goes through to reach the goal of God realization. Extremely educational but never dry!

Spiritual Talk entitled "Light," given by Swami Atmatattwananda at the Santa Barbara Temple on July 16, 2017. The idea and metaphor of light pervades nearly all spiritual traditions, and Swami Atmatattwananda illuminates us through music, facts of physics, stories, writings of spiritual teachers, and of course through his own special Light. A highly entertaining and inspirational talk!

Spiritual Talk given on July 2, 2017 by Swami Vedarupananda at the Santa Barbara Vedanta Temple. In his talk, "What is Enlightenment," Sw. Vedarupananda explains that the goal of the Vedantic spiritual aspirant is to seek enlightenment, which is best defined as knowledge of the Self or Self Realization. Using helpful metaphorical stories throughout his talk, Swami teaches us how to achieve our goal with both intuitional knowledge and direct experience.

Spiritual Talk given by Pr. Vrajaprana on July 9, 2017 at the Santa Barbara Temple on "Freedom, Song of the Soul." Presented close to the Fourth of July, the theme of freedom is timely for Americans, and given from a Vedantic point of view. As the title implies, real freedom in Vedanta is the freedom of the soul. A wonderful explanation of this kind of freedom is explored in the talk. Enjoy!

Spiritual talk given at the Santa Barbara Temple by Pravrajika Krishnaprana June 25, 2017 on the topic of "Peace." Pr. Krishnaprana concentrates on how to attain the lasting peace sought by spiritual seekers. She devotes much of the talk to the practice of japa, or repetition of the Lord's name, and answers questions from the attendees. A very educational and inspirational talk!

Spiritual Talk given on June 28, 2017 at the Santa Barbara Vedanta Temple by Swami Sarvadevananda titled "How Long Should We Do Spiritual Practice." It's a question many, if not most of us, ask as we follow our spiritual path. To find a good answer, just listen to this talk.

Spiritual Talk on The Theory of Reincarnation given June 11, 2017 by Swami Vedarupananda at the Santa Barbara Temple. Swami discusses the concept of reincarnation that is an integral part of Vedanta, as many other religions... some would say even Christianity. How the idea of rebirth affects our approach to life and death is shown to have many facets. Very thought provoking talk!

Spiritual talk given on June 4, 2017 at the Santa Barbara Vedanta Temple by Swami Harinamananda, visiting from the San Diego Center. The effects of the three gunas(Satva, Rajas and Tamas), the different states of mind which operate in all of us, are explored in this talk. We learn to be aware of which quality is acting at different times, how it influences our actions, and how our actions can change the operative guna when we choose to do so. Excellent talk!

Spiritual Talk given at the Santa Barbara Vedanta Temple on May 28, 2017, entitled "Buddha." A brief summation of the guiding principles of the Buddha, along with a discussion of the several paths that may be followed in living these principles through his teachings. Excellent and highly informative talk.

Spiritual Talk delivered by Swami Vedarupananda on May 14, 2017 at the Santa Barbara Vedanta Temple. Swami discusses how human beings are constantly producing vibrations as thought waves through the medium of mind. He illustrates how these can influence our own physical appearance, as well as relationships with each other and the world. Fascinating topic!

Spiritual Talk given by Pravrajika Krishnaprana at the Santa Barbara Temple on April 30, 2017. Pr. Krishnaprana helps us understand what happiness is and what it isn't from a spiritual perspective. A very thought provoking talk that includes some audience participation.

Spiritual talk delivered on May 21, 2017 by Pravrajika Vrajaprana at the Santa Barbara Temple entitled "Learning From the Buddha." A comprehensive overview of Buddhism that includes history of the birth and early life of Siddhartha Gautama, who became the Buddha, explanation of the Four Noble Truths and the five rules of conduct to be practiced, and much, much more. A wonderful summary of the teachings of Buddhism.

Spiritual Talk given by Swami Mahayogananda at the Santa Barbara Temple on May 7, 2017. Swami illustrates that we are not separate bodies, nor separate minds, but all are the Atman, one spiritual consciousness. Using ideas from Physics, the writings of Swami Vivekananda and thought-provoking stories, Swami Mahayogananda leads us to look at ourselves in a whole new way. Not to be missed!