To teach and make available the knowledge of yoga meditation within the Tradition of the Himalayan Masters, as interpreted by Swami Rama of the Himalayas.
To study and practice the subtle aspects of yoga meditation as taught by the Himalayan Sages in an unbroken lineage since the Vedic period.
A loving invitation to sit in meditation for an hour, wherever you are, in your home or with friends.
The Himalayan Mountains have been the home of sages for millennia. These great sages have lived and passed on knowledge of the yogic teachings to disciples who then became masters passing on the teachings in an unbroken lineage since the Vedic period. Twelve hundred years ago Shankaracharya organized his teaching into five centers of the Himalayan Tradition. As one of those five, our tradition is the Bharati lineage.
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Built like a beautiful meditation hill village, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama (SRSG) was established by Swami Veda Bharati in 2002. Sadhaka means “spiritual seeker” and Grama means “village” in the sanskrit language – thus we are “A village of spiritual seekers devoted to the teachings of Swami Rama of the Himalayas.” Sadhakas from all spiritual traditions and from all walks of life are welcome at SRSG for learning yoga meditation. Every sadhaka arriving at the ashram receives personal instructions and the program is tailored according to the length of time one chooses to stay. You may come anytime during the year; come alone or with family and friends.
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The unique opportunity to study and deepen the practices of the subtle aspects of yoga meditation as taught within the Himalayan Tradition draws sadhakas from all the different world religions and spiritual traditions to SRSG.
This six-day programme is as much appropriate for beginners as for more advanced seekers treading the path of spirituality. The foundation stones of meditation will be approached in a scientific […]
Annual Silence Retreat in the Netherlands With Swami Ma Tripura, Pierre Lefebvre and Uta Bisseswar 20 – 24 September 2024 The retreat will be at the beautiful location of “De […]
Swami Rama has said, "Many students misunderstand meditation. They think it means withdrawing from the world and avoiding their responsibilities and relationships. Meditation is not needed for this; you […]
We all go through a spectrum of emotions and life experiences. According to ancient wisdom, the constant and continuous act of self-observation and purification help us examining the sources of […]
During the sacred days of Navaratri (the nine nights), we will have Devi-Puja with akhanda (24 hours non-stop) recitation of the Lalita-sahasra-nama (Thousand Names of Divine Mother). One may come […]
We all have a mind that helps us navigate both the internal and external world, while adding meaning to our everyday experiences. The mind can be our most dear friend […]
A residential retreat in the Monastery of Santa Lucia in Mallorca, Spain. Date: 24 - 27 October 2024 Information: atma63@gmail.com
The Bhagavad-gita is a most sacred ancient Indian scripture, offering timeless teachings on how to live a meaningful and balanced life while pursuing one’s duties in the world and spiritual […]
All our actions in the world are determined by our desires, thoughts, emotions, habits, preconceived ideas, and notions. Often this can become an automated process, rather than a conscious process […]
A kalyana mitra is who? I have intentionally not used the word TEACHER. Some people say: I am not interested in being a teacher. Others say, oh, I have already done my teacher training!! A brother is a kalyana mitra, a neighbor, parents, children, school teacher.
We bow our heads and gratefully offer our newest publication at the lotus feet of our Gurudeva, Swami Rama, our beloved saint Swami Veda Bharati, and the Guru Force - Guru-Disciple Relationship, Volume 1. This deeply personal and inspiring new book by Swami Veda was released on the most sacred day of the Guru Purnima (the day that is dedicated to honouring our spiritual masters who guide us on our path towards the eternal truth). The book was released by Swami Ritavan Bharati and the HYPT Trustees. This is the first book in the series of four books on the same title, which will also be released soon.
We have gathered here, in solemn remembrance and joyous celebration, as we recall the teachings of our Himalayan lineage through our Master Gurudev Swami Rama and the life of our beloved saint, Swami Veda Bharati, and through so many others to whom we give gratitude in appreciation.
The AHYMSIN gathering returned to St. Olaf’s College, Northfield, Minnesota after 24 years for its Meditation and Silence Retreat. The beautiful serene grounds at St. Olaf in the summer were very conducive and inspiring for the event, particularly for meditative and contemplative practices. The gathering comprised more than 60 participants of the Americas that included those who have been in the Himalayan Tradition of Swami Rama and Swami Veda for a few or many years, as well as new participants who were attending to experience the rich and rewarding practices for the first time.
The human race is suffering from its ego-born narrow-mindedness. Discrimination exists, based on religion, color, and nationality. In the same locality, people are being discriminated against just because they are European or Asian, black or white, Hindu or Moslem. As long as these man-made divisions exist in our society, there is no hope for peace or happiness. We must understand that we are born as humans and all other identifications are superimposed on us later.
By continual practice (abhyasa) and dispassion (vairagya), the aspirant concentrates on the progressively subtle and subtler relationship with the Guru. Thus, the dispassionate mind-field of the Guru, becomes the supportive factor in the aspirant’s meditation.
Our Gurudeva, Swami Rama, has said that “For a genuine and everlasting transformation, one must practice a systematic method of self-discipline and self-training. Mere philosophy and intellectual knowledge cannot stand in time of need, if one does not know how to use the essentials of that philosophy in one’s daily life. Applying theoretical knowledge and living with it in daily life is called practice.” The Himalayan tradition of dhyana-yoga does not merely provide the technique for meditation but teaches the methods whereby one’s meditation practice may be applied to cultivate, enhance, beautify one’s personality, leading to very practical benefits in personal, interpersonal and work life.
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"...an invitation to constant
self-observation,
self-examination,
self-purification,
self-pacification."
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