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SUMMARY:Meditation and Its Practice
DESCRIPTION: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 and systematic manner. Preparations and progressions of meditation practice will be shared step by step. This course will give you the tools to establish and pursue a regular personal meditation practice. \nIn his book Meditation and Its Practice\, Swami Rama of the Himalayas wrote: \n“For thousands of years\, the science of meditation has been studied and practiced by aspirants who sought to make their lives more serene\, creative and fulfilling. Meditation will give you the capacity to improve your health\, your relationships and the skilfulness with which you perform your activities. This is because meditation can do something no other technique can accomplish – it introduces you to yourself on all levels and finally leads you to the center of consciousness within\, the higher self\, which is called Atman.” \n\nRecommended Readings:\n\nMeditation and Its Practice by Swami Rama\n“Beginning Meditation” in Night Birds by Swami Veda Bharati\nMeditation: Art and Science by Swami Veda Bharati\nAudio with book: Learn to Meditate (plus relaxation exercises) by Swami Veda Bharati.\nVideo: Treading the Path of Superconscious Meditation by Swami Rama\nThe Royal Path by Swami Rama\nHolistic Living Manual by Swami Rama\nConscious Living by Swami Rama\n\n\nRead More Information:\n\nAbout visiting the ashram – Accommodation\nAbout our other short-term upcoming events – Events\nAbout our ongoing short-term Ashram Immersion Program\nAbout how you may contribute towards the ashram – Donate
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/meditation-and-its-practice-3/2025-07-20/
LOCATION:Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Dhyana Gurukulam\, Virpur Khurd\, Virbhadra Road\, P. O Pashulok\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249203\, India
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Ashram Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250715
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SUMMARY:Mahasamadhi Celebrations of Swami Veda Bharati
DESCRIPTION:  \nLoving Invitation to Shri Swami Veda Bharati Ji’s 10th Mahasamadhi Anniversary at SRSG\nDear Divine Soul\, \nMy heart\, immersed in the love of our sacred tradition\, holds you close in prayer and remembrance as we prepare to celebrate the 10th Mahasamadhi Anniversary of our beloved Mahamandaleshwar Shri Swami Veda Bharati Ji\, Disciple of H.H. Shri Swami Rama of the Himalayas. On 14th July 2025 (Monday)\, his beautiful ashram and our spiritual home at Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Rishikesh\, will resonate with divine vibrations as we all come together to honour his eternal presence in heartfelt reverence and joy for the legacy of love and wisdom he has left us. \nThough a decade has passed since he merged into the Infinite\, his silent grace continues to guide us\, his wisdom illuminates our path\, and his love embraces our souls. His teachings continue to call upon each and every one of the initiates\, drawing us ever closer to the Divine through “constant self-observation\, self-examination\, self-purification\, self-pacification”. \nOn this auspicious day\, we\, his blessed initiates and disciples\, shall offer a purashcharana of the Akhandamandalakaram Mantra\, a Havana (Fire Offering)\, and a heartfelt Shraddhanjali program to pay our gratitude and homage to our beloved Swamiji and the boundless Guru Force that pervaded and manifested through him. This will be followed by a Bhandara offered first to sadhus and brahmanas and then shared as Prasada for us all. \nI invite you to return to your spiritual home so I can sit with you in silence and meditation. So\, we can enjoy the presence of the Guru Lineage on this sacred day. Come\, with your family\, with your friends\, with all those dear to you and join us for this special celebration and let us reunite in his Divine Light. Come for a week and also join the Guru Purnima pujas on 10th July. Come for three days\, if you cannot come for a week; come for a day. Come home on this sacred occasion… \nLet us renew our sankalpa\, rekindle our devotion\, and walk this blessed path with the same love and surrender that he embodied. \nWith infinite love and prayers at the Feet of the Guru\,\nSwami Ritavan Bharati
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/mahasamadhi-celebrations-of-swami-veda-bharati/
LOCATION:Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Dhyana Gurukulam\, Virpur Khurd\, Virbhadra Road\, P. O Pashulok\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249203\, India
CATEGORIES:Ashram Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251002
DTSTAMP:20250531T041903Z
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SUMMARY:84-Days Intensive Sadhana Retreat
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to share with you an invitation to an 84-days Intensive Sadhana Retreat within the Himalayan Tradition at Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Rishikesh. With heartfelt and eternal gratitude towards Gurudeva Swami Rama for having shown us the path of the Himalayan Masters\, on the most blessed occasion of His birth centennial celebration\, this retreat will offer an intensive and in-depth immersion into the practices of yoga meditation as taught within the unbroken lineage of the Himalayan Sages. The program will begin on the sacred day of the Guru Purnima (10 July 2025). \nThis program offers a unique opportunity for those practitioners who have been learning yoga meditation for some time and are now seeking to deepen their sadhana (spiritual practices) at the ashram. Therefore\, those students within the Himalayan Tradition who may not be able to commit to our longer programs like the one-year Swami Rama Dhyana Gurukulam\, but would like to immerse themselves in the ashram’s silent and meditative environment for a longer duration\, may join this program. \nOver the course of 84 days\, one will have the chance to build a strong foundation for a lasting spiritual transformation\, to develop a personal philosophy of life\, and to renew your sankalpa—spiritual resolve. This program encompasses the teachings and practices of – \n\n\n\nHatha-Yoga – Philosophy\, Science and Practice of Hatha Yoga\, Pranayama\, and Systematic Relaxation.\nYoga-sutras – Selected sections from the Yoga-sutras focusing on ‘making the mind a pleasant field’.\nBhakti – Experience the joy of devotion through daily Havana (fire offerings)\, chantings\, kirtan\, personal japa\, selfless meditation\, and dedicated hours of seva (selfless service).\nTantra and Mantra science – Worshipping the Divine Mother through the recitation of Shri Lalita Sahasranama. Deepening our understanding of Mantra science and practice of one’s own personal initiation mantra through Purash-charana.\nAdvaita Vedanta – We will study the foundational and classical text—Tattva-bodha—by Adi Sankaracharya that expounds the core concepts of Vedanta\, thus preparing the seeker for advanced studies of the Bhagavad-gita\, Upanishads and Brahma-sutras.\n\n\n\nThe art of spiritual learning through the three steps of sravana (listening)\, manana (reflection/contemplation/clearing of doubts) and nididhyasana (meditation on the truth/integration/experience) will be adopted in all classes. Therefore\, the focus of the program shall be on turning inwards\, from information to knowledge and from knowledge to experience\, and from experience to self-realisation. \nThis is a rare opportunity to be nurtured in the womb of the Himalayan Tradition within the sacred space of the ashram. Seekers of all backgrounds and ages\, from all over the world are warmly invited to join us on this sacred journey of self-discovery. \nBeginning Date: 10 July 2025 (Guru Purnima Day) \nLast Date for Application: 30 June 2025 \nDuration: 84 days \nMedium of Instruction: English \nEligibility: All seekers\, irrespective of religion\, gender\, caste\, age\, nationality\, etc. who can lovingly commit to an intensive\n84-days stay at the SRSG ashram in Rishikesh\, India. \nFor more information: Kindly email it to us at ahymsin@gmail.com
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/84-days-intensive-sadhana-retreat/
LOCATION:Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Dhyana Gurukulam\, Virpur Khurd\, Virbhadra Road\, P. O Pashulok\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249203\, India
CATEGORIES:Special Retreats,Ashram Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250702T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250710T120000
DTSTAMP:20250209T154909Z
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SUMMARY:Guru Purnima Pujas & Celebrations
DESCRIPTION:ॐ गुरुर्ब्रह्मा गुरुर्विष्णुर्गुरुर्देवो महेश्वरः।\nगुरुः साक्षात्परं ब्रह्म तस्मै श्रीगुरवे नमः \nOm gurur brahmā gurur viṣṇur gurur devo maheśvaraḥ\,\nguruḥ sākṣāt paraṁ brahma tasmai śrī-gurave namaḥ. \nOm. To that beautiful and benevolent Guru who is Brahmā\, the Creator\, Viṣṇu\, the Maintainer\, and Śiva\, the Great Lord through whom all things return to their origin. To that Guru who is the direct experience of Brahman\, salutations. \n“This day\, the day of Guru Purnima is considered to be the holiest day for the students of life; for those that have been treading the path of light; for those aspiring to attain enlightenment in this lifetime. They remember this day and celebrate it by becoming aware the purpose of life is to attain enlightenment; the state of mind\, internal state\, that makes one free from all pains and miseries.” – Swami Rama \nOn the sacred occasion of the Guru Purnima\, a 9-day celebration is held annually at the Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama (SRSG) Ashram in Rishikesh. This includes akhanda-patha (24-hour non-stop recitation) of the Guru-Gita\, the Song to the Guru\, preceding the Guru Purnima Day. The akhanda-patha of the Guru-Gita is offered both at the SRSG and the Sadhana Mandir Ashram by 11 Pandits each.  This special celebration is a reminder for us to pay our homage to the Guru Lineage that has bestowed upon us the great blessings of mantra\, meditation\, initiation and the teachings of the Himalayan Yoga Tradition. This way we also recommit ourselves to our practices. \nThis year\, the Guru Purnima is celebrated on 10 July 2025. The Guru Purnima Retreat will be organised at SRSG from 2 July – 10 July 2025.
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/guru-purnima-retreat-3/
LOCATION:Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Dhyana Gurukulam\, Virpur Khurd\, Virbhadra Road\, P. O Pashulok\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249203\, India
CATEGORIES:Special Retreats,Ashram Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250620T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250622T120000
DTSTAMP:20250202T152307Z
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SUMMARY:What is Yoga? International Yoga Day Retreat
DESCRIPTION:The Himalayan Tradition is a meditative (dhyana) tradition. All the practices\, including asanas are practiced to prepare oneself for meditation. Hatha yoga is taught as an integrated practice\, which includes centering\, correct breathing\, breath-awareness\, stretching sequences\, joints & glands movements\, asanas\, subtle-body relaxations\, pranayamas\, and meditation. There is a focus on not only positioning the body correctly\, but also on experiencing what is happening within. Asanas are performed with reverence and gentleness in the mind\, moving from outside inwards. \nHatha Yoga\, as taught within the Himalayan Tradition is understood as “a continuum” involving all the eight limbs of Raja yoga\, especially Ahimsa. \n  \nAs our beloved Swami Veda Bharati has said\, \n“What is this yoga? What is it? What are the signs of one practicing yoga? \nOn the very first sutra of the Yoga-sutras of Patanjali\, Vyasa\, the first and foremost sage commentator\, defines: \nYogah samadhih\nYoga [means] samadhi. \n‘Yogah samadhih’ is also in the logo of our organization AHYMSIN – the Association of Himalayan Yoga Meditation Societies International – with headquarters at Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama in Rishikesh. \nThe most authentic ancient text of yoga speaks of it in these terms. \nThe most authentic ancient text of Ayurveda\, Charaka-samhita\, states: \nYogo moksha-pravartakah\nYoga is that which impels and grants spiritual liberation (moksha) \nSharira-sthana 1.137” \nThis International Yoga Day let us try to understand what truly and traditionally yoga is\, beyond the asanas\, as it is now popularly understood.
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/what-is-yoga-international-yoga-day-retreat/
LOCATION:Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Dhyana Gurukulam\, Virpur Khurd\, Virbhadra Road\, P. O Pashulok\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249203\, India
CATEGORIES:Ashram Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250608T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250613T120000
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SUMMARY:Meditation and Its Practice
DESCRIPTION: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 and systematic manner. Preparations and progressions of meditation practice will be shared step by step. This course will give you the tools to establish and pursue a regular personal meditation practice. \nIn his book Meditation and Its Practice\, Swami Rama of the Himalayas wrote: \n“For thousands of years\, the science of meditation has been studied and practiced by aspirants who sought to make their lives more serene\, creative and fulfilling. Meditation will give you the capacity to improve your health\, your relationships and the skilfulness with which you perform your activities. This is because meditation can do something no other technique can accomplish – it introduces you to yourself on all levels and finally leads you to the center of consciousness within\, the higher self\, which is called Atman.” \n\nRecommended Readings:\n\nMeditation and Its Practice by Swami Rama\n“Beginning Meditation” in Night Birds by Swami Veda Bharati\nMeditation: Art and Science by Swami Veda Bharati\nAudio with book: Learn to Meditate (plus relaxation exercises) by Swami Veda Bharati.\nVideo: Treading the Path of Superconscious Meditation by Swami Rama\nThe Royal Path by Swami Rama\nHolistic Living Manual by Swami Rama\nConscious Living by Swami Rama\n\n\nRead More Information:\n\nAbout visiting the ashram – Accommodation\nAbout our other short-term upcoming events – Events\nAbout our ongoing short-term Ashram Immersion Program\nAbout how you may contribute towards the ashram – Donate
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/meditation-and-its-practice-3/2025-06-08/
LOCATION:Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Dhyana Gurukulam\, Virpur Khurd\, Virbhadra Road\, P. O Pashulok\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249203\, India
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Ashram Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250711
DTSTAMP:20250510T133702Z
CREATED:20250208T173432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250510T133702Z
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SUMMARY:Annual 40-Days Spiritual Festival
DESCRIPTION:Plan now for what spiritual improvements you will make in the next 40-days\, in the next one year\, in the next five years… \n\n\nEach summer during the 40 days that precede Guru Purnima\, sadhakas are invited to participate in the 40-Day Spiritual Festival\, to expand and refine one’s sadhana. \nIn 2025\, the 40-Day Spiritual Festival will begin on 1st June and will end on 10th July\, which is Guru Purnima. \nThese 40 days are celebrated wherever you are. \n“We are all here for a purpose; it is an on-going spiritual process. We are all here for spiritual liberation and serving that mission. For that purpose we are purifying ourselves of our pride and ego. For these reasons we train ourselves in constant self-observation: to see oneself\, to hear oneself to develop this internal dialogue. I have used one criterion for all my thoughts\, my words\, and my actions: ‘Is this conducive to spiritual liberation.’” – Swami Veda Bharati \nIt is a time to contemplate (and talk with others about) the many ways you can participate. \nFor more information you may visit https://www.ahymsin.org/annual-40-days-spiritual-festival/
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/annual-40-days-spiritual-festival/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250526
DTSTAMP:20250905T061033Z
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SUMMARY:Mantra and Meditation: An International Residential Retreat\, Camaldoli\, Italy
DESCRIPTION:“Mantra is a means\, meditation is a method…” \n“…mantra and meditation are inseparable just like two sides of the same coin.” – Swami Rama \nSwami Veda Bharati has repeatedly emphasised the importance of a solid and stable meditation foundation in order to allow our personal practice to progress towards subtler levels. \nDuring this retreat\, the expert guidance of Swami Ritavan Bharati will introduce us to the importance of the mantra in the meditative practice and will accompany us in refining\, fine tuning and deepening the use of the mantra\, to progress to more profound and subtler levels. \nThe retreat is recommended to both\, beginners and experienced practitioners\, and will be held from Thursday 22 to Sunday 25 May 2025\, at L’Oasi del Divin Maestro\, Camaldoli\, Italy. \n“The mantra is a powerpack contained within itself\, and\, like an atom\, is a whole vibrant universe”. Swami Veda Bharati \nFor more information\, you may contact the Himalayan Yoga Institute of Florence directly at segreteria@himalayanyogainstitute.it or follow them on Facebook and Instagram. You may also visit their website. \n 
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/mantra-and-meditation-an-international-residential-retreat-camaldoli-italy/
LOCATION:Camaldoli\, Italy\, Camaldoli\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Himalayan Yoga Institute%2C Florence%2C Italy":MAILTO:segreteria@himalayanyogainstitute.it
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250518T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250523T120000
DTSTAMP:20240519T142152Z
CREATED:20240519T141436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240519T142152Z
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SUMMARY:Meditation and Its Practice
DESCRIPTION: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 and systematic manner. Preparations and progressions of meditation practice will be shared step by step. This course will give you the tools to establish and pursue a regular personal meditation practice. \nIn his book Meditation and Its Practice\, Swami Rama of the Himalayas wrote: \n“For thousands of years\, the science of meditation has been studied and practiced by aspirants who sought to make their lives more serene\, creative and fulfilling. Meditation will give you the capacity to improve your health\, your relationships and the skilfulness with which you perform your activities. This is because meditation can do something no other technique can accomplish – it introduces you to yourself on all levels and finally leads you to the center of consciousness within\, the higher self\, which is called Atman.” \n\nRecommended Readings:\n\nMeditation and Its Practice by Swami Rama\n“Beginning Meditation” in Night Birds by Swami Veda Bharati\nMeditation: Art and Science by Swami Veda Bharati\nAudio with book: Learn to Meditate (plus relaxation exercises) by Swami Veda Bharati.\nVideo: Treading the Path of Superconscious Meditation by Swami Rama\nThe Royal Path by Swami Rama\nHolistic Living Manual by Swami Rama\nConscious Living by Swami Rama\n\n\nRead More Information:\n\nAbout visiting the ashram – Accommodation\nAbout our other short-term upcoming events – Events\nAbout our ongoing short-term Ashram Immersion Program\nAbout how you may contribute towards the ashram – Donate
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/meditation-and-its-practice-3/2025-05-18/
LOCATION:Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Dhyana Gurukulam\, Virpur Khurd\, Virbhadra Road\, P. O Pashulok\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249203\, India
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Ashram Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250427T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250427T113000
DTSTAMP:20251102T142249Z
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SUMMARY:Meditative Lifestyle: Online Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Dates: every Sunday in February and April 2025 \nTime: 10-11.30am CET \nSuggested contribution for all 4 sessions: min. 80CHF \n“In this series of four seminars we will continue our journey of cultivating a lifestyle that supports meditation. We will explore practices and topics that promote physical\, emotional\, and mental well-being\, all of which enhance our meditation practice\, thereby nurturing every aspect of the human personality.” \nFor more information and to receive zoom link\, you may contact AHYMSIN Switzerland directly at ahymsinch@gmail.com or follow them on Facebook or Instagram. \n 
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/meditative-lifestyle-online-seminar/2025-04-27/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Online Satsang
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250420T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250420T113000
DTSTAMP:20251102T142249Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T142249Z
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SUMMARY:Meditative Lifestyle: Online Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Dates: every Sunday in February and April 2025 \nTime: 10-11.30am CET \nSuggested contribution for all 4 sessions: min. 80CHF \n“In this series of four seminars we will continue our journey of cultivating a lifestyle that supports meditation. We will explore practices and topics that promote physical\, emotional\, and mental well-being\, all of which enhance our meditation practice\, thereby nurturing every aspect of the human personality.” \nFor more information and to receive zoom link\, you may contact AHYMSIN Switzerland directly at ahymsinch@gmail.com or follow them on Facebook or Instagram. \n 
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/meditative-lifestyle-online-seminar/2025-04-20/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Online Satsang
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250420T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250425T120000
DTSTAMP:20240519T142152Z
CREATED:20240519T141436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240519T142152Z
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SUMMARY:Meditation and Its Practice
DESCRIPTION: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 and systematic manner. Preparations and progressions of meditation practice will be shared step by step. This course will give you the tools to establish and pursue a regular personal meditation practice. \nIn his book Meditation and Its Practice\, Swami Rama of the Himalayas wrote: \n“For thousands of years\, the science of meditation has been studied and practiced by aspirants who sought to make their lives more serene\, creative and fulfilling. Meditation will give you the capacity to improve your health\, your relationships and the skilfulness with which you perform your activities. This is because meditation can do something no other technique can accomplish – it introduces you to yourself on all levels and finally leads you to the center of consciousness within\, the higher self\, which is called Atman.” \n\nRecommended Readings:\n\nMeditation and Its Practice by Swami Rama\n“Beginning Meditation” in Night Birds by Swami Veda Bharati\nMeditation: Art and Science by Swami Veda Bharati\nAudio with book: Learn to Meditate (plus relaxation exercises) by Swami Veda Bharati.\nVideo: Treading the Path of Superconscious Meditation by Swami Rama\nThe Royal Path by Swami Rama\nHolistic Living Manual by Swami Rama\nConscious Living by Swami Rama\n\n\nRead More Information:\n\nAbout visiting the ashram – Accommodation\nAbout our other short-term upcoming events – Events\nAbout our ongoing short-term Ashram Immersion Program\nAbout how you may contribute towards the ashram – Donate
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/meditation-and-its-practice-3/2025-04-20/
LOCATION:Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Dhyana Gurukulam\, Virpur Khurd\, Virbhadra Road\, P. O Pashulok\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249203\, India
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Ashram Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250413T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250413T113000
DTSTAMP:20251102T142249Z
CREATED:20250110T061321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T142249Z
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SUMMARY:Meditative Lifestyle: Online Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Dates: every Sunday in February and April 2025 \nTime: 10-11.30am CET \nSuggested contribution for all 4 sessions: min. 80CHF \n“In this series of four seminars we will continue our journey of cultivating a lifestyle that supports meditation. We will explore practices and topics that promote physical\, emotional\, and mental well-being\, all of which enhance our meditation practice\, thereby nurturing every aspect of the human personality.” \nFor more information and to receive zoom link\, you may contact AHYMSIN Switzerland directly at ahymsinch@gmail.com or follow them on Facebook or Instagram. \n 
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/meditative-lifestyle-online-seminar/2025-04-13/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Online Satsang
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ORGANIZER;CN="AHYMSIN Switzerand":MAILTO:ahymsinch@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250406T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250406T113000
DTSTAMP:20251102T142249Z
CREATED:20250110T061321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T142249Z
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SUMMARY:Meditative Lifestyle: Online Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Dates: every Sunday in February and April 2025 \nTime: 10-11.30am CET \nSuggested contribution for all 4 sessions: min. 80CHF \n“In this series of four seminars we will continue our journey of cultivating a lifestyle that supports meditation. We will explore practices and topics that promote physical\, emotional\, and mental well-being\, all of which enhance our meditation practice\, thereby nurturing every aspect of the human personality.” \nFor more information and to receive zoom link\, you may contact AHYMSIN Switzerland directly at ahymsinch@gmail.com or follow them on Facebook or Instagram. \n 
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/meditative-lifestyle-online-seminar/2025-04-06/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Online Satsang
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ORGANIZER;CN="AHYMSIN Switzerand":MAILTO:ahymsinch@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250330T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250406T120000
DTSTAMP:20240503T091721Z
CREATED:20240503T074926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T091721Z
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SUMMARY:Navaratri Retreat – Cultivating the Divine Feminine
DESCRIPTION: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 and join the daily morning and evening pujas\, join the recitation of the Lalita-sahasra-nama. Twelve priests preside over the pujas and the recitations\, which are offered both at the Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama and Sadhana Mandir Ashram. \nOur beloved Swami Veda Bharati has said\, “These events are charged with special spiritual energy and a very special time to renew your silence and sadhana.” \nIn this special retreat with Rabindra Sahu\, we will be learning about the principles of the Divine Feminine within the Nature and the entire Universe around us. Swamiji has also reminded us “to bring the feminine kindness\, compassion\, motherliness among all of us. This has nothing to do with the gender of the person undertaking the observance but rather it is for the enhancement of the motherliness in all of us.” \nWe will thereby learn how can we cultivate these divine feminine qualities within ourselves. All the participants will also get an opportunity to practice recitation of the Lalita-sahasra-nama.
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/navaratri-retreat-cultivating-the-divine-feminine-3/
LOCATION:Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Dhyana Gurukulam\, Virpur Khurd\, Virbhadra Road\, P. O Pashulok\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249203\, India
CATEGORIES:Special Retreats,Study of Ancient Scriptures,Ashram Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="AHYMSIN":MAILTO:ahymsin@ahymsin.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250407
DTSTAMP:20250410T151404Z
CREATED:20240816T162101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T151404Z
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SUMMARY:25-Days Immersion into the Shri Lalita Sahasranaam
DESCRIPTION:The retreat will be an immersive study of Shri lalitha Sahasranaam (1000 names of Mother Divine). It will include daily Fire offerings\, philosophical sessions with contemplations on the 1000 names of mothers\, and chanting the sacred names of the Divine mother. This immersive 25-day retreat invites you to delve deeply into the essence of the Divine Feminine.
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/25-days-immersion-into-the-shri-lalita-sahasranaam/
LOCATION:Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Dhyana Gurukulam\, Virpur Khurd\, Virbhadra Road\, P. O Pashulok\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249203\, India
CATEGORIES:Special Retreats,Ashram Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="AHYMSIN":MAILTO:ahymsin@ahymsin.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250309T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250322T120000
DTSTAMP:20240301T095303Z
CREATED:20240219T191937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T095303Z
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SUMMARY:Himalayan Yoga Tradition – Teacher Training Program Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Our Himalayan Yoga Tradition – Teacher Training Program (HYT-TTP) offers an integrated program of self-transformation leading to self-realization in the authentic tradition of Swami Rama of the Himalayas. HYT-TTP\, as its parent organization\, AHYMSIN\, is dedicated to making available the teachings of Swami Rama. \nOur program is a systematic\, sadhana-based program. “Sadhana” is a Sanskrit word which means undertaking a practice so as to cultivate and refine one’s character. The main goal of our program is to deepen the students’ sadhana so that they can transmit authentic yoga teachings to others\, not only from a storehouse of academic knowledge\, but also from a depth of personal experience. \nOur comprehensive curriculum offered through home study\, mentoring\, and ashram retreats presents all aspects of yoga and meditation in a spiritually inspiring context. The student’s progression through the home study is managed interactively and facilitated by an active discussion board\, each student being followed and supported by a mentor who is well versed in the tradition. \nThe HYT-TTP consists of 3 levels. Each level requires at least one year of study and practice. The student will progress through three study levels becoming gradually more aware of the subtle layers of personality. Swami Rama defined this growth process as the attainment of some degree of disentanglement from attachments\, allowing one to see that which s/he was previously “blind to”: \n\nLevel One – Awareness: exploration and self-acceptance\nLevel Two – Control: mindfulness and regulation of emotions\nLevel Three – Synthesis: harmonious whole personality\n\nFor more details\, kindly visit – www.HimalayanYogaTradition.com \n 
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/himalayan-yoga-tradition-teacher-training-program-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Dhyana Gurukulam\, Virpur Khurd\, Virbhadra Road\, P. O Pashulok\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249203\, India
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ORGANIZER;CN="AHYMSIN":MAILTO:ahymsin@ahymsin.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250302T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250307T120000
DTSTAMP:20240907T180510Z
CREATED:20240815T143052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240907T180510Z
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SUMMARY:Signs of Spiritual Progress
DESCRIPTION:As students and initiates within the Himalayan Tradition of Yoga Meditation\, we often find ourselves in moments of self-enquiry\, questioning about our spiritual progress and growth. We wonder if we are truly advancing on our spiritual path\, or are we merely indulging and fulfilling the mind’s fantasies. \nOur beloved Swami Veda Bharati has taught us the importance and ways of identifying marks and signs that manifest in our everyday lives when we are making spiritual progress. His book of the same title will serve as a compass that helps us in navigating our individual spiritual journey with greater awareness and understanding. We will discover practical tools for ongoing self-enquiry that supports sincere discernment between true spiritual growth and the distractions of the mind. This will allow us to not only gauge our own growth but also to stay aligned with our ultimate spiritual goals. \nBased on Swamiji’s teachings\, this retreat with Rabindra Sahu is designed for all those spiritual seekers who wish to reflect upon\, assess and deepen their own personal spiritual progress. We will explore practical ways and methods that may help us in cultivating those choices and habits which will support our ongoing progress.
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/signs-of-spiritual-progress/
LOCATION:Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Dhyana Gurukulam\, Virpur Khurd\, Virbhadra Road\, P. O Pashulok\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249203\, India
CATEGORIES:Ashram Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="AHYMSIN":MAILTO:ahymsin@ahymsin.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250209T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250301T210000
DTSTAMP:20240619T101749Z
CREATED:20240619T060543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T101749Z
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SUMMARY:Mantra and Purashcharana
DESCRIPTION:  \nSwami Veda Bharati has said in his writing on ‘Mantra What and Why’\, “Mantra is a word or a series of words; it is a thought; it is a prayer\, but not in the sense in which the word “prayer” is used ordinarily\, but rather a linkage of our lower consciousness with the higher consciousness\, which we call the Divine Consciousness\, or the Divine Life-Force. A mantra is a sound-unit\, a thought-unit. It is a sound or a series of sounds given to a Yoga student or disciple to remember constantly for a specific spiritual purpose.” \nThose who have been graced with an initiation into a personal guru mantra within the Himalayan Tradition are connected to the Guru Lineage through their personal mantra. When an intensive practice of japa (mantra remembrance) of one’s own personal mantra is undertaken\, this connection with the Guru Lineage is strengthened within. \nUnder the guidance of Swami Ritavan Bharati\, the participants will undertake a sankalpa (resolve) to begin the practice of purashcharana of one’s own personal mantra. A purashcharana is the practice of repeating a mantra 125\,000 times plus 10 per cent with fire offerings (or 20 per cent without fire offerings)\, sometimes in a certain period of time. One makes a resolution and then japa is done faithfully every day until the 125\,000 is completed. The practice may be undertaken along with personal silence. Each participant will receive personal guidance from Swami Ritavan Bharati or one of the available mantra initiators. \nEveryday during the 21-days retreat from 9 Feb – 1 Mar\, there will be dedicated times for personal fire offerings\, silent japa\, one-on-one guidance from Swami Ritavan Bharati and Raghavendra Adiga about one’s personal practices\, and theory classes on ‘Mantra and Purashcharana’ with Raghavendra Adiga and Rabindra Sahu. \nIn 2025\, Mahashivaratri will be on 26 February and there will be special activities and pujas around the sacred occasion. There will be a yajna (fire offerings) with the current AHYMSIN Sangha Mantra (ॐ गं गणपतये नमः । Om Gaṁ Gaṇapataye Namaḥ ।). Special announcements regarding AHYMSIN Sangha Mantra will also be made at the same time. \nApplications for participation are invited from those family members who have received Mantra Initiation within the Himalayan Tradition. When applying\, the participants are requested to share about the following – \n\n\n\nDate and place of your mantra initiation\, and the name of the initiator.\nPracticed a purashcharana before? If yes\, please share details.\nPracticed silence before? If yes\, please share details.\nAnything else you would like to share with Swami Ritavan about your personal practice.
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/mantra-and-purash-charana/
LOCATION:Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Dhyana Gurukulam\, Virpur Khurd\, Virbhadra Road\, P. O Pashulok\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249203\, India
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Silence,Special Retreats,Ashram Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250202T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250202T113000
DTSTAMP:20251102T142249Z
CREATED:20250110T061321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T142249Z
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SUMMARY:Meditative Lifestyle: Online Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Dates: every Sunday in February and April 2025 \nTime: 10-11.30am CET \nSuggested contribution for all 4 sessions: min. 80CHF \n“In this series of four seminars we will continue our journey of cultivating a lifestyle that supports meditation. We will explore practices and topics that promote physical\, emotional\, and mental well-being\, all of which enhance our meditation practice\, thereby nurturing every aspect of the human personality.” \nFor more information and to receive zoom link\, you may contact AHYMSIN Switzerland directly at ahymsinch@gmail.com or follow them on Facebook or Instagram. \n 
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/meditative-lifestyle-online-seminar/2025-02-02/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Online Satsang
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ORGANIZER;CN="AHYMSIN Switzerand":MAILTO:ahymsinch@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250202T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250207T120000
DTSTAMP:20240815T201512Z
CREATED:20240815T144455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T201512Z
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SUMMARY:Contemplations on: Who am I?
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/contemplations-on-who-am-i/
LOCATION:Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Dhyana Gurukulam\, Virpur Khurd\, Virbhadra Road\, P. O Pashulok\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249203\, India
CATEGORIES:Ashram Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="AHYMSIN":MAILTO:ahymsin@ahymsin.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250119T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250129T120000
DTSTAMP:20240518T154241Z
CREATED:20240518T153153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T154241Z
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SUMMARY:Mauni Amavasya Silence Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Mauni Amavasya (Silence Day) is an annual observance. The observation of Silence Day is a practice that Swami Veda Bharati invited us to practice. \nIn 2025\, Mauni Amavasya is 29 January. \nThere will be 7-day silence retreats at Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Rishikesh\, India from 19 to 29 January 2025. Swami Ritavan Bharati and Adhikari Bhoi will be available to guide the silence participants. \n \nSwami Veda has said\, “…there is also an annual silence day in the traditions of India. It is called Mauni Amavasya. Mauni means ‘of or for silence’\, and amavasya means ‘no-moon day.’ \nIt occurs on the no-moon day of the Maagha month in the Hindu calendar when sun and moon are both supposed to enter the sign of Capricorn (makara rashi). \nIt is held in the tradition as the day when Manu\, the Archetypal Man first appeared on earth; he wedded Shata-roopa (She of a Hundred Beautiful Forms) and generated humankind.” \nAll silence retreats in the Himalayan Tradition are always guided and each participant is interviewed by a silence guide before the retreat may begin. Everyone is given a silence schedule to follow for the duration of the retreat. These schedules may vary among participants\, depending upon the prerequisites or health issues or other individual factors. You will also be given some articles and handouts to read. \nEveryone’s silence schedule will include the ashram morning and evening meditations\, morning joints and glands class and an afternoon relaxation practice session.  Schedules will also include breathing practices\, contemplative walking and japa. \nArrival and Departure Plans\nYou are strongly advised to arrive on campus two days before your retreat begins in order to rest\, get settled\, take care of any pending business\, get needed supplies etc. This is important. Only with rested body and a relaxed mind will you be able to enter a silent state of mind from the first day. \nYou should also plan to have at least one full day at the ashram at the end of your retreat before you leave or travel anywhere.  This is to allow time for making a gentle transition from silence to everyday life. \nAt the end of your retreat you will have an opportunity to debrief with your silence guide.  The silence guide will also advise you about ways to maintain some silence in everyday life.
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/mauni-amavasya-silence-retreat/
LOCATION:Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Dhyana Gurukulam\, Virpur Khurd\, Virbhadra Road\, P. O Pashulok\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249203\, India
CATEGORIES:Special Retreats,Ashram Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="AHYMSIN":MAILTO:ahymsin@ahymsin.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250120
DTSTAMP:20241111T065900Z
CREATED:20241111T065445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T065900Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Weekend Retreat with Pierre Lefebvre and Uta Bisseswar in the Netherlands
DESCRIPTION:Theme: “DESIGNING YOUR SADHANA\, develop and deepen your daily practice for your spiritual growth” \nYou can find more details together with the application form here: https://yoga-hymns.nl/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/25weekend-subscription.pdf \nFor information send an e-mail to info@yoga-hymns.nl
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/winter-weekend-retreat-with-pierre-lefebvre-and-uta-bisseswar-in-the-netherlands/
LOCATION:The Beukenhof Monastery\, Biezenmortel\, Netherlands
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ORGANIZER;CN="AHYMSIN":MAILTO:ahymsin@ahymsin.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250112T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250117T120000
DTSTAMP:20240519T142152Z
CREATED:20240519T141436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240519T142152Z
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SUMMARY:Meditation and Its Practice
DESCRIPTION: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 and systematic manner. Preparations and progressions of meditation practice will be shared step by step. This course will give you the tools to establish and pursue a regular personal meditation practice. \nIn his book Meditation and Its Practice\, Swami Rama of the Himalayas wrote: \n“For thousands of years\, the science of meditation has been studied and practiced by aspirants who sought to make their lives more serene\, creative and fulfilling. Meditation will give you the capacity to improve your health\, your relationships and the skilfulness with which you perform your activities. This is because meditation can do something no other technique can accomplish – it introduces you to yourself on all levels and finally leads you to the center of consciousness within\, the higher self\, which is called Atman.” \n\nRecommended Readings:\n\nMeditation and Its Practice by Swami Rama\n“Beginning Meditation” in Night Birds by Swami Veda Bharati\nMeditation: Art and Science by Swami Veda Bharati\nAudio with book: Learn to Meditate (plus relaxation exercises) by Swami Veda Bharati.\nVideo: Treading the Path of Superconscious Meditation by Swami Rama\nThe Royal Path by Swami Rama\nHolistic Living Manual by Swami Rama\nConscious Living by Swami Rama\n\n\nRead More Information:\n\nAbout visiting the ashram – Accommodation\nAbout our other short-term upcoming events – Events\nAbout our ongoing short-term Ashram Immersion Program\nAbout how you may contribute towards the ashram – Donate
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/meditation-and-its-practice-3/2025-01-12/
LOCATION:Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Dhyana Gurukulam\, Virpur Khurd\, Virbhadra Road\, P. O Pashulok\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249203\, India
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Ashram Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="AHYMSIN":MAILTO:ahymsin@ahymsin.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250105T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250110T120000
DTSTAMP:20240519T141040Z
CREATED:20240519T140915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240519T141040Z
UID:10000360-1736067600-1736510400@www.ahymsin.org
SUMMARY:Systems within Personality
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/systems-within-personality/
LOCATION:Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Dhyana Gurukulam\, Virpur Khurd\, Virbhadra Road\, P. O Pashulok\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249203\, India
CATEGORIES:Ashram Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20241208T090000
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SUMMARY:Meditation and its Practice
DESCRIPTION: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 and systematic manner. Preparations and progressions of meditation practice will be shared step by step. This course will give you the tools to establish and pursue a regular personal meditation practice. \nIn his book Meditation and Its Practice\, Swami Rama of the Himalayas wrote: \n“For thousands of years\, the science of meditation has been studied and practiced by aspirants who sought to make their lives more serene\, creative and fulfilling. Meditation will give you the capacity to improve your health\, your relationships and the skilfulness with which you perform your activities. This is because meditation can do something no other technique can accomplish – it introduces you to yourself on all levels and finally leads you to the center of consciousness within\, the higher self\, which is called Atman.” \n\nRecommended Readings:\n\nMeditation and Its Practice by Swami Rama\n“Beginning Meditation” in Night Birds by Swami Veda Bharati\nMeditation: Art and Science by Swami Veda Bharati\nAudio with book: Learn to Meditate (plus relaxation exercises) by Swami Veda Bharati.\nVideo: Treading the Path of Superconscious Meditation by Swami Rama\nThe Royal Path by Swami Rama\nHolistic Living Manual by Swami Rama\nConscious Living by Swami Rama\n\n\nRead More Information:\n\nAbout visiting the ashram – Accommodation\nAbout our other short-term upcoming events – Events\nAbout our ongoing short-term Ashram Immersion Program\nAbout how you may contribute towards the ashram – Donate
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/meditation-and-its-practice-4/2024-12-08/
LOCATION:Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Dhyana Gurukulam\, Virpur Khurd\, Virbhadra Road\, P. O Pashulok\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249203\, India
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Ashram Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241209
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SUMMARY:Bridging Outer and Inner Worlds with Yoga Retreat in Thailand
DESCRIPTION:Invitation to join yoga retreat “Bridging Outer and Inner Worlds with Yoga” Thursday 5th to Sunday 8th December 2024 Baan Phu Waan Sampran\, Thailand \nFeel the Origin of Yoga from Himalayas with Himalayan Yoga Meditation (Thailand). \nYou are invited to meet Ashutosh Sharma and John Sellinger\, who have been trained in Yoga Science by Gurus from Himalayan Yoga Meditation Tradition (Swami Rama and Swami Veda Bharati). The two outstanding teachers will lead the practices of Yoga and Meditation and communicate timeless knowledge and wisdom of ancient yoga with all of us so that we can find peace\, happiness and wisdom from within \nRegistration fee: Bt7\,000/person (double room) and Bt8\,500/person (single room)\, including accommodation and all meals – we request our friends to consider making some donations to support us according to your capacity as the registration fee only cover some of the costs. \nInterested person please contact ahymsinthailand@gmail.com \nFacebook : Ahymsinthailand Himalayanyoga \nMobile contact +6681-932-5413 \nMay Guru blessings be with you always
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/bridging-outer-and-inner-worlds-with-yoga/
LOCATION:Baan Phu Waan Sampran\, Baan Phu Waan Sampran\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Special Retreats
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ORGANIZER;CN="AHYMSIN Thailand":MAILTO:ahymsinthailand@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241121
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241125
DTSTAMP:20250905T061108Z
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SUMMARY:Peace\, the Fruit of Silence  - A Silence Residential Retreat in Italy
DESCRIPTION:Peace\, the Fruit of Silence\nA Silence residential retreat\, 21-24 of November 2024\nwith the teachers of the Himalayan Yoga Institute of Florence\, Oasi Divin Maestro\, Camaldoli\, Italy. \nThe healing power of Silence\, in action\, word and thought\, gives us a deeper understanding of ourselves. Diving into Silence leads us to witness\, with deeper awareness\, the nature of our mind\, allowing it to calm down and turn inward. The proposed practices (hatha yoga\, pranayama\, relaxation\, meditation\, contemplative walking\, ecc.) will help us to dive deeper towards the centre of silence\, immersed in the location of Camaldoli’s forest. \n“However\, it is not Silence if you are silent because you happen to be alone!\nSilence is silence when you have the intention\, make the sankalpa\, to keep a spiritual silence and then your mind is filled with spiritual contemplation and mantra\, whether sitting\, eating\, bathing\, lying down or running.”\nSwami Veda Bharati \nFor more information\, you may contact the Himalayan Yoga Institute of Florence directly at segreteria@himalayanyogainstitute.it or follow them on Facebook and Instagram. You may also visit their website. \n 
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/silence-residential-retreat-in-camaldoli-italy/
LOCATION:Camaldoli\, Italy\, Camaldoli\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Silence
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ORGANIZER;CN="Himalayan Yoga Institute%2C Florence%2C Italy":MAILTO:segreteria@himalayanyogainstitute.it
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20241117T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20241122T120000
DTSTAMP:20240520T102041Z
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SUMMARY:Breath Retreat
DESCRIPTION:“One who has mastered the breath has discovered Superconsciousness.” — Swami Veda Bharati \nWithin the teachings of the Himalayan Tradition of Yoga Meditation\, the practice of breath and pranayama exercises is one of the most important preparations for experiencing the depths of the practice of meditation. \nSwamiji writes\, “Often we see a rush to learn advanced pranayamas. This is being done without training the breath\, without making it slow\, subtle\, deep. In our tradition there are multiple paths and exercises for achieving the full benefits from subtleties of breath.” \nIn the Himalayan Tradition\, preliminary to the practice of pranayama\, an emphasis is placed on correct posture to enable correct diaphragmatic breathing and the subtle elements of breath awareness as taught by the Himalayan sages. Mastery of these serves as a foundation for more advanced pranayamas\, which flow as a continuum into the practices of sense withdrawal\, concentration and meditation.\nThis special retreat with John Sellinger is a unique opportunity to learn the subtleties of breath practices. We will practice pranayamas thrice daily. The programme is open for both complete beginners and practitioners. There will be daily instructional sessions and theory/philosophy sessions about breath and pranayamas. Of greatest importance in the programme is the emphasis on guided personal practice. \n\nRecommended Readings:\n\nScience of Breath by Swami Rama\, Dr. Rudolph Ballentine\, and Dr. Alan Hymes.\nA Practical Guide to Holistic Health by Swami Rama\n Meditation and Its Practice by Swami Rama\nPath of Fire and Light (Vol. 2) by Swami Rama\nYogic Practices of the Himalayan Tradition as taught by H.H. Swami Rama of the Himalayas by Dr. Prakash Keshaviah\nWhat Really Is Pranayama? by Swami Veda Bharati\nDiaphragmatic Breathing by Swami Veda Bharati\n14 Breath and Meditation Practices by Swami Veda Bharati
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/breath-retreat/
LOCATION:Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Dhyana Gurukulam\, Virpur Khurd\, Virbhadra Road\, P. O Pashulok\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249203\, India
CATEGORIES:Pranayama,Ashram Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20241103T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20241116T120000
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SUMMARY:Himalayan Yoga Tradition – Teacher Training Program Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Our Himalayan Yoga Tradition – Teacher Training Program (HYT-TTP) offers an integrated program of self-transformation leading to self-realization in the authentic tradition of Swami Rama of the Himalayas. HYT-TTP\, as its parent organization\, AHYMSIN\, is dedicated to making available the teachings of Swami Rama. \nOur program is a systematic\, sadhana-based program. “Sadhana” is a Sanskrit word which means undertaking a practice so as to cultivate and refine one’s character. The main goal of our program is to deepen the students’ sadhana so that they can transmit authentic yoga teachings to others\, not only from a storehouse of academic knowledge\, but also from a depth of personal experience. \nOur comprehensive curriculum offered through home study\, mentoring\, and ashram retreats presents all aspects of yoga and meditation in a spiritually inspiring context. The student’s progression through the home study is managed interactively and facilitated by an active discussion board\, each student being followed and supported by a mentor who is well versed in the tradition. \nThe HYT-TTP consists of 3 levels. Each level requires at least one year of study and practice. The student will progress through three study levels becoming gradually more aware of the subtle layers of personality. Swami Rama defined this growth process as the attainment of some degree of disentanglement from attachments\, allowing one to see that which s/he was previously “blind to”: \n\nLevel One – Awareness: exploration and self-acceptance\nLevel Two – Control: mindfulness and regulation of emotions\nLevel Three – Synthesis: harmonious whole personality\n\nFor more details\, kindly visit – www.HimalayanYogaTradition.com
URL:https://www.ahymsin.org/event/himalayan-yoga-tradition-teacher-training-program/
LOCATION:Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama\, Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama Dhyana Gurukulam\, Virpur Khurd\, Virbhadra Road\, P. O Pashulok\, Rishikesh\, Uttarakhand\, 249203\, India
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ORGANIZER;CN="HYT-TTP":MAILTO:hyt.ttp@gmail.com
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