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In an online meeting with the San Diego Ramana Satsang (ramana-satsang-sd@googlegroups.com) on 6th April 2025, Michael answers various questions about Bhagavan's teachings. This episode can be watched as a video on YouTube. A more compressed audio copy in Opus format can be downloaded from MediaFire . Ad-free videos on the original writings of Bhagavan Ramana with explanations by Michael James can be accessed on our Vimeo video channel. Books by Sri Sadhu Om and Michael James that are currently available on Amazon: By Sri Sadhu Om: ► The Path of Sri Ramana (English) By Michael James: ► Happiness and Art of Being (English) ► Lyckan och Varandets Konst (Swedish) ► Anma-Viddai (English) Above books are also available in other regional Amazon marketplaces worldwide.
No More Fear | Sydney, Australia | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Swami by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
No Patience No Chance | BG 6.24 | Sydney, Australia | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Swami by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
Leadership by Love | SB 4.15.23 | Sydney, Australia | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Swami by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
God's Gift to You | SB 4.15.17-21 | Sydney, Australia | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Swami by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
Avatar Theology | SB 4.15.7 | ISKCON Sydney, Australia | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
Power of Pain | SB 2.5.4 | Berlin, Germany | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
Snakes, Frogs & Philosophy | CC Adi 8.6 | London, UK | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
How to Become Empowered | CC Adi 8.6 | London, UK | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
In an online meeting with the San Diego Ramana Satsang (ramana-satsang-sd@googlegroups.com) on 2nd March 2025, Michael answers various questions about Bhagavan's teachings. This episode can be watched as video on YouTube. A more compressed audio copy in Opus format can be downloaded from MediaFire. Ad-free videos on the original writings of Bhagavan Ramana with explanations by Michael James can be accessed on our Vimeo video channel. Books by Sri Sadhu Om and Michael James that are currently available on Amazon: By Sri Sadhu Om: ► The Path of Sri Ramana (English) By Michael James: ► Happiness and Art of Being (English) ► Lyckan och Varandets Konst (Swedish) ► Anma-Viddai (English) Above books are also available in other regional Amazon marketplaces worldwide.
In this Satsang, Swamiji shares from the teachings of the great sage Bhagavan Nityananda. This podcast was recorded live at The Ashram in Mount Eliza on the 1st of March, 2025. Watch the full Satsang program with Swamiji and Devi Ma at The Ashram with a weekly subscription to The Ashram Online! This subscription will give you access to a library of over 100 hours of Swamiji's talks, meditation and chanting programs, hatha yoga classes and more. Click here to learn more.
Turning Resolutions Into Reality | Wisdom Talks, Think Gita | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
All Things Must Pass | BG 8.17 | Central New Jersey, USA | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
Consistency is Key | ISKCON Hudson, USA | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
Consistency is Key | ISKCON Hudson, USA | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
In an online meeting with the Chicago Ramana devotees on 23rd February 2025, Michael answers various questions about Bhagavan's teachings. This episode is also available as a video on YouTube . A more compressed audio copy in Opus format can be downloaded from MediaFire . Ad-free videos on the original writings of Bhagavan Ramana with explanations by Michael James, and songs of Sri Sadhu Om with English translations can be accessed on our Vimeo video channel .
Four Corners of the Philosophical Arena | SB 3.5.24 | Africa | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
Spirituality means Individuality | CC Adi 10.63 | London, UK | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
Generosity is Infectious | London, UK | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
It is helpful to come down to what the basics are, and then, as Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura said, "Follow the simple path strictly." I just received a quote the other day from a friend, in which Prabhupāda said, "It's illegal to collect a lot of obscure quotes from a lot of different śāstras, just to show that you know more than other people about a topic." He said, "You only need a few books, but get to know them really well. Go deeply within several of these books—Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam, Bhagavad-gītā, Nectar of Devotion—for the purpose of being very clear about what's important." And Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura said, "Follow the simple path, but do it very strictly." Just because it's simple doesn't mean that you don't have to put your attention to it. You should be very strict about it. And then we also find that it's a lot deeper than we thought. "Oh, just sixteen rounds—that's all you're going to do?" If you actually chant sixteen rounds attentively, you realize that, "Oh, I'm barely doing anything. There's an ocean here, and I haven't even investigated more than just below the surface. What else is there?" And what to speak of Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam and Caitanya-caritāmṛta! Prabhupāda said on a morning walk, when there was an argument about reading many different kinds of books available from different authors, Prabhupāda said, "Yeah, fine, but assimilate what you have." And if you try to assimilate Bhagavad-gītā As It Is, it may be a lot deeper than you thought. Who can actually assimilate Bhagavad-gītā fully before moving on to every book available at Ras Bihari Lal, "the biggest little bookstore in the world"? I hope there's never an earthquake, because that place will really collapse. (excerpt from the talk) ------------------------------------------------------------ To connect with His Grace Vaiśeṣika Dāsa, please visit https://www.fanthespark.com/next-steps/ask-vaisesika-dasa/ ------------------------------------------------------------ Add to your wisdom literature collection: https://iskconsv.com/book-store/ https://www.bbtacademic.com/books/ https://thefourquestionsbook.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------ Join us live on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FanTheSpark/ Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sound-bhakti/id1132423868 For the latest videos, subscribe https://www.youtube.com/@FanTheSpark For the latest in SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/fan-the-spark ------------------------------------------------------------ #vaisesikaprabhu #vaisesikadasa #vaisesikaprabhulectures #spirituality #bhaktiyoga #krishna #spiritualpurposeoflife #krishnaspirituality #spiritualusachannel #whybhaktiisimportant #whyspiritualityisimportant #vaisesika #spiritualconnection #thepowerofspiritualstudy #selfrealization #spirituallectures #spiritualstudy #spiritualexperience #spiritualpurposeoflife #spiritualquestions #spiritualquestionsanswered #trendingspiritualtopics #fanthespark #spiritualpowerofmeditation #spiritualgrowthlessons #secretsofspirituality #spiritualteachersonyoutube #spiritualhabits #spiritualclarity #bhagavadgita #srimadbhagavatam #spiritualbeings #kttvg #keepthetranscendentalvibrationgoing #spiritualpurpose
Creation and destruction, cosmic order and divine justice—these may seem like the primary reasons God engages with the world, but the Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam reveals something much deeper. Krishna's true purpose in manifesting within the material realm isn't merely to uphold dharma or to punish the wicked—it's to reciprocate the love of His devotees. And within that love, a happiness is found that far surpasses the impersonal peace of liberation. In this episode, Kaustubha, along with guest hosts Jiva and Chapu, explores these profound truths as Wisdom of the Sages enters the Ninth Canto. Through the story of King Ambarish and the powerful mystic Durvasa Muni, we witness how devotion (bhakti) eclipses all other forms of spiritual attainment. The episode also unpacks a crucial philosophical hierarchy: how Brahman realization—the understanding that one is beyond the material world—is contained within Paramatma realization, which not only perceives the Divine within the heart but also recognizes the Supreme Intelligence orchestrating the workings of the entire material realm. Yet both are ultimately encompassed within Bhagavan realization, where God is understood not merely as an impersonal force or an all-pervading presence, but as the Supreme Person—Krishna—who loves, reciprocates, and reveals Himself fully to His devotees. Key Highlights: ✨ Why Krishna's primary concern isn't universal order—it's love. ✨ The joy of bhakti vs. the impersonal peace of liberation. ✨ How Brahman and Paramatma realizations are included within Bhagavan realization. ✨ Paramatma realization as the recognition of divine intelligence behind the cosmos. ✨ King Ambarish vs. Durvasa Muni: The power of devotion over mystic perfection. ✨ The Ninth Canto as the gateway to Krishna's most intimate pastimes. Join us as we explore the heart of divine love, the supreme happiness of bhakti, and the full spectrum of spiritual realization.
In an online meeting with the San Diego Ramana Satsang (ramana-satsang-sd@googlegroups.com) on 2nd February 2025, Michael answers various questions about Bhagavan's teachings. This episode can be watched as a video on YouTube . A more compressed audio copy in Opus format can be downloaded from MediaFire . Ad-free videos on the original writings of Bhagavan Ramana with explanations by Michael James can be accessed on our Vimeo video channel .
Creation and destruction, cosmic order and divine justice—these may seem like the primary reasons God engages with the world, but the Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam reveals something much deeper. Krishna's true purpose in manifesting within the material realm isn't merely to uphold dharma or to punish the wicked—it's to reciprocate the love of His devotees. And within that love, a happiness is found that far surpasses the impersonal peace of liberation. In this episode, Kaustubha, along with guest hosts Jiva and Chapu, explores these profound truths as Wisdom of the Sages enters the Ninth Canto. Through the story of King Ambarish and the powerful mystic Durvasa Muni, we witness how devotion (bhakti) eclipses all other forms of spiritual attainment. The episode also unpacks a crucial philosophical hierarchy: how Brahman realization—the understanding that one is beyond the material world—is contained within Paramatma realization, which not only perceives the Divine within the heart but also recognizes the Supreme Intelligence orchestrating the workings of the entire material realm. Yet both are ultimately encompassed within Bhagavan realization, where God is understood not merely as an impersonal force or an all-pervading presence, but as the Supreme Person—Krishna—who loves, reciprocates, and reveals Himself fully to His devotees. Key Highlights: ✨ Why Krishna's primary concern isn't universal order—it's love. ✨ The joy of bhakti vs. the impersonal peace of liberation. ✨ How Brahman and Paramatma realizations are included within Bhagavan realization. ✨ Paramatma realization as the recognition of divine intelligence behind the cosmos. ✨ King Ambarish vs. Durvasa Muni: The power of devotion over mystic perfection. ✨ The Ninth Canto as the gateway to Krishna's most intimate pastimes. Join us as we explore the heart of divine love, the supreme happiness of bhakti, and the full spectrum of spiritual realization.
Power of Doing Nothing | Zurich, Switzerland | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
Stand Under to Understand | SB 5.1.19 | Zurich, Switzerland | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
Will You Take Responsibility | SB 5.1.21 | Zurich, Switzerland | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
Successful Failure | BG 2.48 | Zurich, Switzerland | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
Make Me Dance | Coventry, UK | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
15th May 2021 These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !
In an online meeting with the San Diego Ramana Satsang (ramana-satsang-sd@googlegroups.com) on 5th January 2025, Michael answers various questions about Bhagavan's teachings. This episode can be watched as video on YouTube. A more compressed audio copy in Opus format can be downloaded from MediaFire. Ad-free videos on the original writings of Bhagavan Ramana with explanations by Michael James can be accessed on our Vimeo video channel
The Heart Has to Reach | London, UK | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
Triggers of Transformation Part 4 | Kiental, Switzerland | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
Triggers of Transformation Part 3 | Kiental, Switzerland | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
Triggers Of Transformation Part 2 | Kiental, Switzerland | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
Triggers of Transformation Part 1 | Kiental, Switzerland | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
When Good Fortune Arises | Cambridge, UK | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
When Good Fortune Arises | Cambridge, UK | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
In an online meeting with the Chicago Ramana devotees on 29th December 2024, Michael answers various questions about Bhagavan's teachings. The video version of this episode can be seen on YouTube and a more compressed audio copy in Opus format (which can be listened on the VLC media player and some other apps) can be downloaded from MediaFire
How do you know you know? | SB 1.9.46 | Dublin, Ireland | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja delivered a class titled 'Life on the Line' in London, UK, in October 2024.
Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja delivered a class titled 'Above Suspicion & Free from Suspicion' in London, UK, in October 2024.
Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja delivered a class titled 'Speakers need Listeners' in London, UK, in October 2024.
Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja delivered a class titled 'Unending Nectar' in London, UK, in October 2024.
Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja interviewed Krishna Murari Goswami in Vrindavan, India, on November 3rd 2024.
Sannyasa: The World is My Family | SB 3.25.39-40 | Los Angeles, USA | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
Invest in the Eternal | SB 3.25.38 | Los Angeles, CA, USA | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
Success, Love & Freedom | Laguna Beach, CA, USA | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
Deities, Devotees & Devotion | Phoenix, USA | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
Finding our Life Path | Dallas, USA | Svayam Bhagavan Keshava Maharaja by Wisdom That Breathes by Keshava Maharaja
In a Zoom meeting with the San Diego Ramana Satsang (ramana-satsang-sd@googlegroups.com) on 1st December 2024, Michael answers various questions about Bhagavan's teachings. This episode can also be watched as a video on YouTube and a more compressed audio copy in Opus format (which can be listened on the VLC media player and some other apps) can be downloaded from MediaFire.