Ananda Marga Dharmacast

The teaching of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu an Indian mystic who lived 1500 years ago has a surprising look at this topic. He said that by practicing humility, tolerance, serving the downtrodden and singing the name of God one can increase mental stamina. Dada Vedaprajinananda (Dada Veda) looks at this topic based on a discourse of Shrii […]

In history there have been unexpected developments, and new ideas introduced by exceptional people. Each one of us can be an exception to the norm and do something noble in our life. Dada Vedaprajinananda (Dada Veda) looks at this topic based on a discourse “The Great Exceptions” by Shrii Shrii Anandamurti (published in “Ananda Vacanamrtam […]

Satya is a Sanskrit word with no English equivalent, but it refers to the absolute truth of this universe and shows us the way to attain bliss. Dada Vedaprajinananda explores this topic based on a discourse of Shrii Shrii Anandamurti, the founder and guru of the Ananda Marga spiritual movement. Audio versions of this podcast […]

Love is the essential “ingredient”in all aspects of spiritual practice. Dada Vedaprajinananda explores a discourse by Shrii Shrii Anandamurti on this topic reading from Ananda Vacanamrtam, Part 2. You can find the original text in the Electronic Edition of the Works of Shrii P.R. Sarkar https://www.pathofbliss.com/Sys/Store… or in the single volume Ananda Vacanamrtam Part2. Audio […]

What is a proper pilgrimage place and should people fight over them? Dada Vedaprajinananda looks at this topic using a discourse of Shrii Shrii Anandamurti as a starting point The electronic edition of the Works of P.R. Sarkar (Anandamurti) is available for download here: https://www.pathofbliss.com/Sys/Store/Products/304072 The audio episodes of this podcast series are at https://www.dharmacast.com […]

Dada Vedaprajinananda goes over a widely misunderstood passage in the Bhagavad Giita using a discourse of Shrii Shrii Anandamurti. In this passage Krishna implores people to follow their true human nature rather than anything else. The electronic edition of the Works of P.R. Sarkar (Anandamurti) is available for download here: Dada Veda’s website is : […]

We look at the various approaches that yoga uses in the pursuit of becoming one with God. Bhakti (devotion) is the best path according to Shrii Shrii Anandamurti, and this podcast is based on his essay “Pleasing the Lord” which is part of his book “Ananda Vacanamrtam Part 1” The video versions of this podcast […]

What is the ultimate goal which we are searching for? Dada Vedaprajinananda looks at this question using Shrii Shrii Anandamurti’s discourse on this subject.

The Criteria of a Guru is what we are discussing today. What is the role of a real guru in spirituality? What qualifications must a guru have? We look at this based on a discourse of Shrii Shrii Anandamurti.

Dada Vedaprajinananda looks at the various stages that yogis, mystics and spiritual aspirants may experience on their way to oneness with the Supreme Being.  This talk is based on a discourse of Shrii Shrii Anandamurti in Ananda Vacanamrtam Part 23

This episode is based on a discourse by Shrii Shrii Anandamurti. We look at how a person can develop from trying to satisfy physical needs and psychic needs to the point of walking on the spiritual path.

Dada Veda looks at this question from the perspective of yoga meditation and mysticism. The video version of this episode is on YouTube

Should we pray to God to ask for something for ourselves or for others? Can we pray for the welfare of others? Dada Vedaprajinananda gives his opinion based on the teaching of Shrii Shrii Anandamurti.

Dada Vedaprajinananda points to the yogic code of conduct, the principles of yama and niyama, as a key component in creating an ideal society.

We look at the role of supernatural powers in the history of spirituality and in the development of all spiritual seekers.

The secret of meditation, which has been called, the greatest secret of the universe, is to always remember that the Supreme Consciousness is always watching you. This podcast explains how this can be done.

Can there be a just God if there is so much suffering in this world. How can we reconcile this? We look at this issue and also explore the law of action and reaction (karma)

What happens when we die and what happens afterward? Is there a heaven and is there a hell? We explore these questions using the philosophy of Shrii Shrii Anandamurti, and the yogic concept of karma and reincarnation as guidelines. For more information about the philosophy underlying this episode see the writings of Shrii Shrii Anandamurti […]

There is one Supreme Being but this Supreme One is addressed with many different names.  For spiritual practice it is best to stick to one of them.

Does God reside in a distant heaven, or is the Supreme Being right here among us? In this episode we look at this question  from a philosophical and personal perspective.