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Welcome to the July − August edition of the Self-Realization Fellowship eNewsletter. In honor of the 150th anniversary of the reemergence of Kriya Yoga, we offer this special edition eNewsletter.
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Paramahansa Yogananda on Kriya Yoga
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Kriya Yoga − Highest Method of God Contact
Kriya Yoga not only points out a universal highway of ascending the soul to the Spirit, but gives mankind a daily usable technique through whose practice the devotee, with the help of a guru, may reenter the kingdom of God. One theoretical teaching leads only to another, but any true practitioner of Kriya Yoga finds it to be the shortest way and quickest conveyance to the kingdom of Spirit.
The center of consciousness for the average individual is his body and the outer world. The yogi changes his center of consciousness by nonattachment to the body and to worldly hopes and fears. By a technique − such as Kriya Yoga − of consciously controlling the life processes that tie the consciousness to the body (stilling the heart and breath), the yogi becomes established in the eternal wisdom-perception of Spirit.
The aftereffects of Kriya bring with them the utmost peace and bliss. The joy that comes with Kriya is greater than the joys of all pleasurable physical sensations put together. "Unattracted to the sensory world, the yogi experiences the ever new joy inherent in the Self. Engaged in divine union of the soul with Spirit, he attains bliss indestructible" (Bhagavad Gita V:21).
Learn about the Kriya Yoga path of meditation or read more from Paramahansa Yogananda on the Benefits of Kriya Yoga.
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| 150th Anniversary of Kriya Yoga |
Kriya Yoga: Royal Technique of God-Realization 2011 marks the 150th anniversary of Kriya Yoga in the modern world. Beginning its renaissance in a secret Himalayan cave in 1861, this highest of techniques for soul liberation is the very essence of the worldwide mission given to Paramahansa Yogananda, helping God-seekers everywhere make the fastest possible spiritual progress toward the experience of direct personal communion with God.
 In honor of this auspicious occasion we are pleased to share our Kriya Yoga special edition Self-Realization magazine, and a concomitant Kriya Yoga web page, dedicated to this momentous event.
The summer 2011 issue of Self-Realization magazine celebrates the significance of Kriya Yoga's reemergence and spread throughout the world. Featuring Paramahansa Yogananda's words on the power and efficacy of the Kriya technique, this special commemorative issue also presents articles by senior monastics of Self-Realization Fellowship. A selection of personal stories from Kriya Yoga practitioners is also included, testifying to the tremendous blessings that come through dedicated daily practice of this royal technique of God-realization. Read more about this special issue.
Visit the Kriya Yoga 150th anniversary web page for more information.
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How to Learn Kriya Yoga
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The Self-Realization Fellowship Lessons (a home-study series) give Paramahansa Yogananda's step-by-step instructions in the yoga techniques of meditation, concentration, and energization that he taught, including Kriya Yoga. The weekly Lessons also feature Paramahansa Yogananda's invaluable "how-to-live" teachings for all aspects of attaining balanced physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. After a preliminary period of study and practice of the basic techniques, students are eligible to apply for initiation in Kriya Yoga. At the time of initiation they formally establish the sacred guru-disciple relationship with Paramahansa Yogananda and his lineage of gurus. The Lessons are described in the free online booklet Undreamed-of Possibilities. English | Español | Italiano | Français | Deutsch | Português | 日本語
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Upcoming Events
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Public Lecture Tours
Self-Realization Fellowship monks and nuns will be visiting the following cities in September and October to conduct programs on the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda: |
September
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Sept 30 - Oct 2
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Paris, France (public lecture with Kriya)
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October
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7 - 9
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Zurich, Switzerland (public lecture with Kriya)
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13 - 16
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Bad Pyrmont, Germany (public lecture with Kriya)
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21 - 23
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Seattle, WA (public lecture with Kriya)
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28 - 30
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New York City, NY (public lecture with Kriya)
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How-to-Live Retreat Programs
On many weekends this year, SRF monks and nuns will be conducting How-to-Live Retreat programs. Join us at one of the beautiful Self-Realization Fellowship Retreats to spend some time deepening your relationship with God, as well as recharging body, mind, and spirit.
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Retreats in California
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SRF Retreat, Encinitas
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SRF Lake Shrine, Pacific Palisades
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SRF Hidden Valley Retreat, Escondido
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(See retreat schedule for dates)
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Retreats Outside California
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September
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9 - 11
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Greenfield, VA (general retreat)
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October
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7 - 9
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Ft. Lauderdale, FL (regional retreat)
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7 - 9
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Greenfield, VA (women's retreat)
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(Learn more)
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We hope you enjoyed this edition of the Self-Realization Fellowship eNewsletter. Check your inbox each month for more inspiration and wisdom from the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda.
In divine friendship, Self-Realization Fellowship Copyright © 2011 Self-Realization Fellowship.
All rights reserved.
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The blessed role of Kriya Yoga in East and West has hardly more than just begun. May all men come to know that there exists a definite, scientific technique of Self-realization for the overcoming of all human misery!
− Paramahansa Yogananda
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Self-Realization
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Summer 2011
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