individual then serves as Gods instrument to bring about the desired result. Prayer with devotion is a wonderful means of opening oneself to the freely flowing blessings of God, a necessary link of man's life to the Infinite Source of all benefaction. and people call You unreal! and Divine Mother smiled. "Divine Mother, Heavenly Father, Friend, Beloved God. The following poems and prayers are just a selection from the writings of Paramhansa Yogananda: Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. 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This talk, recorded at the SRF Mother Center in Los Angeles, illustrates how we all can have a personal relationship with the Divine Mother who understands us completely and cherishes each step we take on the spiritual path. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. The Cosmic Mother: One Aspect of God, by Paramhansa Yogananda | The Cosmic Mother The Cosmic Mother: One Aspect of God, by Paramhansa Yogananda Original cover from 1945 book In 1945, Paramhansa Yogananda wrote a booklet titled The Cosmic Mother: One Aspect of God. devotion, and increase the concentration and devotion with each repetition of Online classes, regular webinars and more. I want to go Home. I dont want anything but You alone. In other writings, he taught that the AUM vibration is an aspect of the Divine Mother as Kali, commonly worshipped in Hinduism. Mother guided me all the way though the journey started in 1974 if I trace it back to its roots. His greatest work on God as Mother is the booklet The Cosmic Mother: One Aspect of God. These forms are ways for people to have a personal relationship with God, and through that relationship, reach the goal of Yoga (union) with the Cosmic Mother beyond form. He also said that She is far more than any of the limited forms in which She is worshipedthough worship of a personal form can help one more easily reach the Universal form of God. Break my wisdom and show Thy face of perfection! Shamla of Shamballa. If you do not give up, the Lord will come unto you. It was Thy love that spoke through the voice of friendship. In all our pursuits we are seeking the fulfillment of love and joy. Thank you for saying it so beautifully. Prayer to Divine Mother Divine Mother, Thou art omnipresent. But as long as it exists for you, have but one trend of thought in your mind God.Close your eyes, think of God, and give the Divine Mother a call from your soul. The little kitten is carried about by the mother cat, content wherever she places it. Only Love,Joy, Beauty radiate. I plan to tune in here pretty often:). Some of them were personally close to him, such as Master Mahasaya (the Blissful Devotee in Autobiography of a Yogi) and Anandamoyi Ma. But it takes a long time for prayer to be effective when the mind is outwardly roaming. The channel is blessed by what flows through it. What joy! Thou art in all Thy children. Sharing soul-awakening prayers and affirmations born directly of his high personal state of God-communion, he shows modern seekers how to achieve their own ecstatic perception of the Divine. I did not find it available in online bookstores. Thou art the essence of everything. I feel her ever more deeply and I am looking everywhere to deepen this connection. Since 1920, helping people worldwide realize and express the beauty, nobility, and divinity of the human spirit through the Kriya Yoga teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. I said to Her, Oh! Experience the power of spiritual community, Join us for meditation and inspiration. Make my soul Thy temple! We must withdraw our thoughts from sensations and be silent within. Yogananda told his disciples, When I am gone, read my Whispers from Eternity. The occasion was a visit to Yogoda Satsanga Math, a YSS ashram set on the Ganges River in Dakshineswar, West Bengal. Own Will Power for Success. Praying for others in this way will also help to heal you. I see that You are all one in Her.. Manifest Thy healing presence in his (her) body, mind and soul. through constructive actions. Divine Mother's Song to the Devotee- Paramhansa Yogananda Join our global community from wherever you are. Father, teach me to include the prosperity of others in the pursuit of my own prosperity. Into the temple of peace come Thou, O Lord of Joy! Read more aboutMetaphysical Meditations. Kali Iconography as explained by Paramhansa Yogananda Over time I have come to realise that my primary need is to surrender to Her, to love Her, to climb into Her lap, as it were, and soak in Her love and comfort. Join friends and members of SRF at an event near you. This is a real blessing! Water condensed becomes ice, and so invisible Spirit can be frozen into form by my devotions frost. Second question: That booklet was never reprinted after the 1940s, so it isnt available in print only online. Now it is complete. The Divine Mother is most anxious to have you back with Her, but first you must prove to Her that you want Her alone. according to their wishes until they have fulfilled His desire for their Available in over 50 languages, Enjoy our weekly talks with meditations from SRF monks and nuns. In 1945, Paramhansa Yoganandaauthor of Autobiography of a Yogi wrote a booklet titled The Cosmic Mother: One Aspect of God, in which he taught a way of relating to God that was new to many people. No matter how wonderful it is within, spiritual realization loses something of its intensity when it is expressed outwardly. Thou art in all Thy children Thou art in (name). That is God's means of expression. Thousands of Suns, painting by Mantradevi based on Yoganandas chant. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Manifest Thy healing presence in his (her) body, mind and soul. Break the sun and show Thy face of power! Like an insistent child, constantly call to the Divine Mother until She says: All right, what is it you want? She is so busy with creation, She doesnt reply at once; but to the naughty child who cries and cries for Her, She will come. Yogananda PRAYER Universal Prayer Heavenly Father, Divine Mother, Jesus Christ, Bhagavan Krishna, Babaji, Lahiri Mahasaya, Sri Yukteswarji, Guru- Preceptor Paramahansa Yogananda, saints of all religions, I bow to you all. within. Such devotees may be compared to the person who retires to his study and requests a friend to call him on the telephone, but then keeps the line ceaselessly occupied with other incoming and outgoing calls. I said to Her, Oh! Thou didst tear away the night of my ignorance to reveal Thy silver rays of speaking silence! From a Christmas Vision he had in 1936 (taken from an old magazine): 1. science of religion in your daily life. prayers in many ways. Sometimes an apparent disaster turns into a blessing for you. Here is the prayer we use at Ananda: Divine Mother, Heavenly Father, Friend, Beloved God. Pour forth will power continuously If only you could see the beautiful eyes of the Mother that I beheld last night. Silencing the thoughts means tuning them in to God. laws; but until He is absolutely sure of the devotee He will not answer openly, We pray and ask Thee as our Father: Reveal Thyself. The baby monkey clings to the mother; but when she jumps, it may fall off. Here: Verily I say unto you, they have their reward. God Responds Through Fulfillment I see your Smiling Face responding as The Cosmic Mother. Even Beloved Divine Mother, hide no more. Yogananda often prayed to the Divine Mother aspect of God since She seems more accessible to us, Her Divine Children as She radiates mercy, compassion and unconditional Love. Thank you for this wonderful website. One hour of Kriya Yoga meditation can bestow more effect than twenty-four hours of ordinary prayer. His name, is to plunge the mind deeper and deeper in the ocean of His presence Yoganandas disciple, Swami Kriyananda, said that there is a great need in the world todayfor more of a consciousness of the Mother aspect of God. The following poems and prayers are just a selection from the writings of Paramhansa Yogananda: Mother's Eyes My Devotion Sinking in a Dream O Divine Mother, I Am Thine, for Thou Art Eternally Mine I heard Thy voice beneath the din of my noisiest thoughts. Under all circumstances health or sickness, riches or poverty, sunshine or gray clouds your feeling must remain unruffled. As Thy children, it is our privilege to love Thee, for Thou art ours. Ananda is a worldwide movement to help you realize the joy of your own higher Self. You made me in Your image; and my home is with You. A collection of more than 300 universal prayers, affirmations, and visualizations, this book is for both beginners and experienced meditators an indispensable guide to awaken the boundless joy, peace, and inner freedom of the soul. His greatest work on God as Mother is the booklet The Cosmic Mother: One Aspect of God. to the unlimited Divine Power. When we are hit with difficulties we Thou art the essence of everything. react upon our environment first, making whatever material adjustments we He has always been near; it is we who have been wandering away from His consciousness. ", He speaks to us in silence, telling us to come Home. Now I stand amazed that the choices I made were always the ones which brought me here to finish this life in Yoganandas path. by that which flows through it. Whispers from EternityMystical Prayers of Poetic Beauty. can help. Of what use is my going to Kasi any more? When you continuously work that will through Teach me to open my closed eyes of unbelief and behold Thine instantaneously healing light. O Spirit, make my soul Thy temple, but make my heart Thy beloved home where Thou wouldst dwell with me in ease and everlasting understanding. My heart is filled with joy eternal. Attend online meditations, spiritual retreats, and group study of the SRF teachings, The book that changed the lives of millions! I prayed, O Mother, be Thou real unto all.. choose or reject Him. O Divine Mother, break the dawn and show Thy face of light! Then rub the palms together briskly, hold up your hands and chant Aum three times sending healing energy to that person as long as you feel to do so. Self-Realization Fellowship nun Sister Nandini shares wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on the aspect of God as the ever-compassionate Divine Mother who feels for struggling humanity with the greatest of concern and love. This is the tendency of many otherwise sincere spiritual peopleto show off their love for God, rather than strive to touch the heart of God alone. If one tunes in to the consciousness of a spiritual master, that master has the power to help one feel and experience their spiritual state. To utter God with He will not always answer You must cry urgently and unceasingly; then She smiles and is with you instantly. Prayers and Affirmations | Paramahansa Yogananda Break my pride and show Thy face of humbleness! Attend online meditations, spiritual retreats, and group study of the SRF teachings, The book that changed the lives of millions! Join friends and members of SRF at an event near you. Divine Spirit has no partiality; the Mother loves all. You can unsubscribe at any time using the Unsubscribe link at the bottom of every email. Prayer: Demand of the Soul by Paramahansa Yogananda But to maintain that attitude takes great will. When that sensory urge disappears, then the urge for God automatically appears. not receive what we think we want. Even when you are in the coal bin of suffering you don't wonder why the Mother placed you there. It is a hunger for God that arises from within, expressing itself to Him ardently, silently. With undying devotion, mentally affirm: "Father, reveal Thyself unto me! Whether thou knowest it or not, I shall always love thee. I have always communed with Divine Mother since as far as memory goes and have had numerous dreams and visions of her over the years. You can pray now, as Yogananda often prayed: Divine Mother, may Thy love shine forever on the sanctuary of my devotion, and may I be able to awaken Thy love in all hearts, Dear ones, "God as Divine Mother ever watches over Her human children," Paramahansaji has said, "peeping through the caring . You made me in Your image; and my home is with You. perfection. Step away from your busy life for a few days; take time to be still and refresh your soul. His life and teachings continue to be a source of light and inspiration to people of all races, cultures and creeds. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Thou art the essence of everything. The Omnipresent God knows all His As far as I know, he never spoke of these other aspects of Divine Mother. I demand my divine birthright, intuitively realizing that all wisdom and power already exist in my soul. All rights reserved. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Reveal Thyself to me!" Join friends and members of SRF at an event near you. Also, the personal aspect of God embodying the love and compassionate qualities of a mother. It is not Thy pity that we want, but Thy lovefor Thou art our Father and we are Thy children. I want to come to Thee., Devotee PortalOnline MeditationMeditation CentresVoluntary League of DisciplesVolunteer PortalBookstore, Apply for LessonsLearn to MeditateFree LiteratureKriya Yoga pathSRF/YSS App, Request PrayersUpcoming EventsDonateNews & Blog, View FAQsEmail UsCall: (0651) 6655 555Employment Opportunities. Paramhansa Yogananda Swami Kriyananda - Stories of Yogananda -" Integrity on the Spiritual Path" Sri Yukteswar Ashram The Lord of Universes is so humble that He The little cup of my heart cannot hold the joy and the love that I beheld in those eyes looking at me, sometimes smiling. receptivity to divine help. Thou didst emerge from the molten door of the sun to pour Thy power into the pores of my life. But the urge to seek Him is drowned in the urge to indulge in sense pleasures. Cry for Him until your head and your heart seem to burst with longing for Him: "You must come. I know they all lead to the Formless. Wherever this healing light is present, there is perfection. Help share Yoganandas teachings of yoga and meditation everywhere. O Divine Mother, break the dawn and show Thy face of light! He continued to have visions of Her, and sometimes caller her Kali, but he always described Her as beautiful, and even as one with Christ, Krishna, and the Guru. After meditating, draw the energy into the arms and hands by rubbing the hands together briskly and then visualize the person before you. Divine Spirit has no partiality; the Mother loves all. Healing Techniques of Paramhansa Yogananda Home > Spiritual > Living in the Presence of the Mother Divine. God as Divine Mother ever watches over Her human children, Paramahansaji has said, peeping through the caring hearts of all true mothers.. Jesus Christ, Great Masters of India, and beloved Guru, Paramhansa Yogananda, we humbly bow at Thy feet. You can unsubscribe at any time using the Unsubscribe link at the bottom of every email. In that kind of will lies is one form of answered prayer. That is why I like to relate to God not as the grim Deity of some prophets, but as the Mother Divine waiting to forgive all and take them back after their freewill wanderings on the error-strewn pathways of incarnations. It touched my heart with such joy, For years, my relationship with Divine Mother was more transactional than selfless, as I mostly only turned to Her for Healing, for Protection of my loved ones and so on. Yogananda taught the worship of Divine Mother as both a philosophy and a practice, and freely shared many deep devotional experiences. Yogananda often prayed to the Divine Mother aspect of God since She seems more accessible to us, Her Divine Children as She radiates mercy, compassion and unconditional Love. No matter what else you may be doing, you can mentally converse with God: My Lord, I am looking for You. Lessons subscriptions Change your contact info View Lessons Auxiliary Content Make a Donation, Your digital spiritual companion for study, meditation, and inspiration (newly expanded), A 9-month in-depth course on meditation and spiritual living, Further guidance and additional techniques, A magazine devoted to healing of body, mind and soul, Your digital spiritual companion for study, meditation, and inspiration. Therefore, perfection is in me. Divine Mother, I place all the flowers of my love at Thy feet of eternity. Read more about Metaphysical Meditations. true devotees, no matter in what form they love Him.[and] answers their Once you feel confident with the techniques above, you may want to practice this longer and deeper technique for healing at a distance. They began my journey to God/Self for me. That love is sacred within, an inner communion, silently giving its oblations into the Spirit. In the tradition of the great lyrical poet-seers of all religions, Paramahansa YoganandasWhispers from Eternityopens a mystical window on the devotional experience of ecstasy. Divine Mother, with the language of my soul I demand realization of Your presence. ever deeper concentration, He will answer your prayer. While others waste their time, meditate, and you will see that in meditation that Silence will speak to you.Everywhere I see the Divine Spirit manifesting in form as the Mother. Divine Spirit has no partiality; the Mother loves all. hands, asking first for Your guidance, and then following through by thinking As I called to Thee in the wilderness of my loneliness, Thou didst burst through the dawn to greet me with Thy joy. Repeat the following: "Divine Mother, Thou art omnipresent. Sometimes, when the Mother is going to caress you, a shadow is caused by Her hand before it touches you. "And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. You must cry urgently and unceasingly; then She smiles and is with you instantly. Sati (an incarnation of Devi) (1943) by Nandalal Bose, Bernardino Luini, Madonna and Child with Angels, Raphaels Madonna and child from his painting Madonna di San Sisto, Madonna and Child, Fra Filippo Lippi, c. 1440, Madonna and child, Gherardo Starnina, 1410. Master Mahasaya, or M, author of Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna. Divine Mother, I heard Thy voice in the speaking fragrance of the rose. 1. She did not make it easy but I am finally in a place where I understand the love and guidance i received to become a disciple of Yogananda. our body, mind, and soul. One who prays loudly is liable to become hypocritical if his attention is focused on the practiced intonation of his voice falling on his auditory nerveswords spoken for effect, to attract and impress others. But Her devotees appreciate Her love, respond to Her love. This is such a beautifully devotional site! Those who pray without knowing the scientific art of interiorization often complain that God does not respond to their entreaties. Kali is widely misunderstood, especially in the West, due in part to fear-mongering during the British colonial era and their exaggeration of the "Thugee" sect of criminals who worshiped Kali. O blazing Light! In your silence God's silence ceases. 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If you repeatedly call on Him with This website uses cookies to improve your experience. Feel the abundance of blessing. Rub the palms of your hands together briskly, then hold up your hands and chant AUM three times, sending healing energy to that person. Break my thoughts and show Thy face of wisdom! Then proceed with one of the following healing prayer methods: After meditation, draw the energy to the arms and hands. I dont know if You are Guru or Kali, for I see that You are one. True prayer is an expression of the soul, an urge from the soul. Feel Gods presence as the source of all healing energy and visualize as clearly as possible the person receiving this blessing. Stone sculpture, Gujarat, 16th century. God is that happiness. Heavenly Spirit, bless me that I may easily find happiness instead of becoming worried at every test and difficulty. Devotee PortalOnline MeditationMeditation CentresVoluntary League of DisciplesVolunteer PortalBookstore, Apply for LessonsLearn to MeditateFree LiteratureKriya Yoga pathSRF/YSS App, Request PrayersUpcoming EventsDonateNews & Blog, View FAQsEmail UsCall: (0651) 6655 555Employment Opportunities. Awaken my heart! Experience the power of spiritual community, Join us for meditation and inspiration. Copyright 2023 Yogoda Satsanga Society of India/Self-Realization Fellowship. strike your heart. The aspect of God that is active in creation; the shakti, or power, of the Transcendent Creator. longer and deeper technique for healing at a distance. The baby monkey clings to the mother; but when she jumps, it may fall off. thought a zillion different thoughts; but I can solve it by placing it in Your There is the Hindu legend of how Shakti has split herself in the ten Mahavidyas (Kali, Tripura Sundari, etc). God Responds by Surcharging Your I have a deep bond with all 6 SRF Masters. Over 500 locations worldwide, The last installment of this photo essay is ready for you, Receive inspirational quotes, articles, and guidance for daily spiritual living as well as the latest news and events from Self-Realization Fellowship, See how your support helps spiritual seekers worldwide, Hear from those benefiting from SRF's soul-liberating spiritual programs for all, Self-Realization Fellowship nun Sister Nandini shares wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on the aspect of God as the ever-compassionate Divine Mother who feels for struggling humanity with the greatest of concern and love. One early influence was Yoganandas mother Gyan Prabha Ghosh. The Hindu scriptures . Privacy Policy. Years ago I learned to love Divine Mother in the form of Durga when I was the one who cleaned the puja vessels at the temple where I worshiped at the time. I have a few questions, if any of Yoganandas disciples are reading. Sometimes an apparent disaster turns into a blessing for you. Gloom is but the shade of Divine Mothers hand outstretched caressingly.