Ananda Kolkata

ধ্যান করতে শিখুন (Learn to Meditate - Bengali)
2024-02-17 16:30 - 18:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | Dover Lane, Ananda Sangha Kolkata, 18/31 Dover Lane, Kolkata, West Bengal, 700029, India
সুধী,
আমাদের দেশের যোগীবর ও মহানগুরুদের প্রজ্ঞা ও মনীষার ফল আধ্যাত্মিক ধ্যান যা আমাদের দেয় দিব্য প্রশান্তি। এই ধ্যান আমাদের শুধু প্রতিনিয়ত পরিস্থিতি নির্বিশেষে অবিচলিত রাখে তাই নয়, দৈহিক, মানসিক ও আত্মিক নিরাময় ও সাধন করে।
আমরা এ বিষয়ে যে কর্মশালাটি করছি তার পাঠক্রমে যা শেখানো হবে, তা পরমহংস যোগানন্দের শিক্ষার ভিত্তি তে পরিকল্পিত। তার একটি নিম্নোক্ত রূপরেখা দেওয়া হোলঃ
শিরোনামঃ ক্রিয়াযোগের পথে ১ম স্তর,
সূচনা: শনিবার,১৭ই ফেব্রুয়ারি, ২৪
১.ধ্যান কি, ও তার প্রয়োজনীয়তা
২.ধ্যান করার সঠিক শারীরিক ভঙ্গী।
৩.হং – স ধ্যানের পদ্ধতি, প্রয়োগ কৌশল।
৪.পরমহংস যোগানন্দ পরিকল্পিত ৩৯ টি শক্তি সঞ্চারক ব্যায়াম।
৫. শরীর শিথিলকরন ও মন স্থির করার জন্যে হঠযোগ ও প্রাণায়াম অভ্যাস
৬. মানসদর্শনের শক্তির অনুশীলন
৪. ঐশ্বরিক শক্তি কি ভাবে অনুভূত হয়?
৫. দৈনন্দিন জীবনে ধ্যান ভাবে প্রয়োগ করা যায়।
এই ১ম স্তরের পাঠের ক্রমিক সূচী এরকম ( ১৭ ই, ১৮ই, ২৪শেও ২৫শে ফেব্রুয়ারী ২০২৪)
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Thursday Evening Meditation
2024-03-14 17:30 - 19:00, 2024-04-11 17:30 - 19:00, 2024-04-18 17:30 - 19:00, 2024-04-25 17:30 - 19:00, 2024-05-02 17:30 - 19:00, 2024-05-09 17:30 - 19:00, 2024-05-16 17:30 - 19:00
Join us dear Friends for a blissful evening. We will chant and meditate together and draw on the inspiration of Paramhansa Yogananda and our line of Masters.
This is a Free Session. All are welcome!
If you are new, you can share your contact details below and we will get in touch soon.
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Music and Art to uplift Conciousness
2024-04-06 17:30 - 2024-04-07 18:30
An Experiential Art and Music Workshop:
Saturday:

Experience the effect of sound, music & color in your consciousness.
Learn how to use music, art and your environment to keep you inspired and in a good mood.
Uplift yourself with simple singing and art practices.
Learn to change your energy.
The relationship between sound and the Self.
Using music to go within.

Sunday: Chanting Is Half the Battle

Learn Yogananda’s way of chanting.
Why is chanting so important? What does it do for us? How should we do it?
Using Paramhansa Yogananda’s and Swami Kriyananda’s chants to develop different qualities.
Learn the different moods of chanting.

Date and timing:

Saturday, 6th April: 5:30-7:30 pm
Sunday, 7th April: 4:30-6:30 pm

✨ Course Fee: 1000/- which includes materials and tea service.
Register now, limited seats!!!
How to pay: You can Gpay to 9830092824 or register today at the center through cash payment.
Joy to You🌈

Bengali New Year "Poila Boishakh": special Meditation & Gratitude Satsang
2024-04-13 17:00 - 20:00
“Reach high, for stars lie hidden in you. Dream deep, for every dream precedes the goal.”– Rabindranath Tagore
Dear friends, we want to complete this cycle of time and welcome the Bengali New Year on a note of Gratitude, for all that has happened in Ananda Kolkata in the last year with your love and Support, by Guru’s Grace. We invite you all to join us this Saturday: 13th April for this celebration with Gurubhais of Ananda.

Here is the flow for the evening:
5:00-6:00pm- A 1 hour free orientation workshop on meditation and healing including qna’
6:00-6:45pm – tea and refreshments
7:00-8:00pm : Poila Boishakh Gratitude satsang – kirtan, meditation, affirmation, thanks giving
Please do an RSVP at 9836542195
Joy to You🌹

Music Practice for Inner Peace
2024-04-17 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-04-24 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-05-08 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-05-15 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-05-22 18:00 - 19:30
Join us for a devotional music practice that will bring peace and harmony to your mind, body, and spirit. Every Wednesday, from 6:00 to 7:30 pm, at our Ananda center in Kolkata (31/18 Dover Lane), we invite you to sing together mantras and songs inspired by the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda and Swami Kriyananda.

What to expect:

A welcoming and relaxing atmosphere
Singing of mantras and devotional songs
Insipiration for your daily Sadhana with devotional chant

Why attend:

Reduce stress and anxiety
Promote inner peace and happiness
Connect with your inner self
Find inspiration and guidance from devotional music
Join your voice with a spiritual community

While you wait for Wednesday, here are some Ananda inspirations: https://www.ananda.org/free-inspiration/

Learn to Meditate: Level 1
2024-04-20 17:00
Hello Great Soul!🌟
We are launching the beginner’s meditation class weekend series: Learn to Meditate: Level 1 on the Path of Kriya Yoga starting this Saturday, 20th April, 2024. In this 4 day course over 2 weekends, we share the foundational techniques given by Paramhansa Yogananda: Hong Sau meditation and Energization Exercises.
Meditation as taught by the great Yoga Masters is a great way to remain calm and centered in any situation. It forms the cornerstone of deep spiritual blessings. It is key to cultivating states of well-being, inner joy, peace, love.
The classes will cover the following topics:

What is Meditation
Why Meditate: restoring the well being of body, mind and soul
What is Prana, life force and ways to awaken and regulate it
Correct Meditation Posture, routine and gear
The Hong-Sau technique of Meditation
39 Energization Exercises designed by Paramhansa Yogananda
Basic Asanas and Pranayaams to strengthen core practice
Visualization and other spiritual practices

We also share tools and insights helping the students establish a solid daily meditation routine. Ongoing guidance and mentor support, plus community interactions are always the take aways from Ananda courses.
We invite you to come, join, explore and experiment to know the fruits of these practices in the laboratory of your own intimate spiritual life.
Time: 5:00- 7:00 pm
Venue for the session : Ananda Sangha Kolkata, 18/31 Dover Lane (Ground Floor), Kolkata 700029
Energy Exchange: Rs. 1600/- for the 4 classes + Course book and Energization Exercise chart 300/-
If you wish you register, please connect with us at the numbers below: Nandita 9836542195, Gurupriya 9830092824
Payment methods: GPay to 9830092824 or cash at the center on Thursday evening).
For any queries, call us 😊
Jai Guru!🙏

In Conversation with Nayaswami Jyotish ji & Nayaswami Devi ji
2024-04-21 09:00 - 10:00
Jai Guru friends ~ Save the date and Time:
Here is our Center offering tomorrow: on Swami Kriyananda’s Moksha Day
Sunday, April 21st “Moksha Day”, 9:00~10:00am IST
In Conversation with Nayaswami Jyotish ji & Nayaswami Devi ji
TOPIC: The Life & Legacy of Discipleship ~Swami Kriyananda
We invite all community members to gather at Dover Lane Ananda Center to view and greet them on Zoom:

9:00-10:00am, they would be very happy to meet Kolkata friends (please reach and settle down in your seats by 8:30am latest)
Light Breakfast Service: 10:00-10:30am
Prayers, chanting Meditation on Swamiji: 10:30-11:30am

We will also be going LIVE on Ananda India Facebook page
Facebook live
Please join us and bless the offerings with your heart’s love and support. For all that Swami ji continues to give us, of Master, of Babaji, of the Divine Gurus: let us gather in His sacred name and offer Him our Gratitude and Prayers as a Spiritual Family.
For any queries: please call Nandita 9836542195, Samita 9433076824
We look forward to having this divine satsang on this sacred day.
Love and Gratitude🌈,
Ananda Kolkata

Music Practice for Inner Peace
2024-05-01 17:30 - 19:30
Dive into tranquility with our afternoon program at Ananda Sangha Kolkata’s Meditation Center!
From 5:30 PM onwards the center will open, then immerse yourself in guided music practice until from 6:30 pm to 7:30 PM.
Join us for a harmonious journey with the melodies of Paramahansa Yogananda and his direct disciple Swami Kriyananda. Explore the center and learn more about meditation and Kriya Yoga.
What to expect:

A welcoming and relaxing atmosphere
Singing of mantras and devotional songs
Insipiration for your daily Sadhana with devotional chant

Why attend:

Reduce stress and anxiety
Promote inner peace and happiness
Connect with your inner self
Find inspiration and guidance from devotional music
Join your voice with a spiritual community

While you wait for Wednesday, here are some Ananda inspirations: https://www.ananda.org/free-inspiration/

Sunday Morning Meditation
2024-05-05 09:00 - 22:30
Join us every Sunday morning at Ananda Sangha Kolkata for a blissful group meditation.
“Environment is stronger than willpower.”
-Paramahansa Yogananda

Surround yourself with the right spiritual company to deepen your meditation practice. Our Sunday morning meditation sessions offer a precious opportunity to immerse yourself in a joyful meditation environment, fostering a deeper connection with your inner self.
You’ll find support as you embark on this inward journey towards self-realization and spiritual growth. Whether you’re a seasoned meditator or just beginning your practice, our group meditation offers a space for everyone to find God!

Leave your details below, and we’ll reach out to you promptly with further information. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your meditation practice and connect with a community dedicated to spiritual awakening. We look forward to meditating with you and sharing in the journey towards higher consciousness.
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Temple of Art
2024-05-08 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-05-15 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-05-22 17:00 - 19:00
“If there is one thing, then, that Cities of Light ought to focus on, it is the question of how to express their philosophy through the arts. Probably only after they’ve succeeded in expressing their ideals and their state of consciousness through some aspect of the arts will people generally come to appreciate what they represent.”
~ Swami Kriyananda

Dear Kolkata Friends, join us for our art workshop at the Kolkata Meditation Center, where we will explore art as a sacred practice, a tool for self-discovery, intuition and healing. As shared by Swamiji, Art and Creativity is a sacred way to tune with the Divine intuition.
In this series of classes, we will:

Use art as a way to deepen our intuition and self-awareness
Explore art as a tool for healing and emotional release
Connect with our creativity and inner guidance
Learn watercolors and pencil colors techniques

Who can join?
Anyone who is creatively inclined and seeking a deeper connection with themselves and their creativity. No prior experience is necessary.
You will be guided by Gurupriya, Acharya and the Center Leader of Ananda Sangha Kolkata

Event details:
Every Wednesday from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at 18/31 Dover Lane, Kolkata.
Energy exchange 2000- (Monthly subscription):
To register: Gpay to 9830092824
For more informations, leave you contact below! We will get in touch as soon as possible.
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Joy Kids Friday
2024-05-10 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-05-17 17:00 - 19:00
Joy Kids Friday: An evening of sharing joy and love

Ananda Sangha Kolkata invites you to join us for four fun-filled sessions designed to bring joy and self-awareness to children, based on the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. Every Friday has different themes, and all activities follow a thread that leads to the inner experience of divine qualities. It is a time to expand self-awareness and interact in a safe and uplifting environment.
Dates: May 10th, 17th, 24th, and 31st
Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Age: 5-8 years old
Where: 18/31 Dover Lane, Kolkata
Energy exchange: 1600 rupees for 4 sessions

Activities’ Flow:

Introduction (10 mins)
Superconscious living exercises (5 mins)
Story time and reflection (30 mins)
Game time (15 mins)
Kid’s Yoga (10 mins)
Fun visualization (10 mins)
Chanting and healing prayer (5 mins)
Snack time

Through a combination of games, stories, yoga, and meditation, children will:

Develop self-awareness and self-confidence
Learn to manage their emotions
Cultivate positive thinking
Experience inner peace and joy

These sessions are perfect for children who:
All children aged 5-8 are welcome!
Register your child today! Limited spots available.
For more information or to register, please call Nandita 9836542195 or Devika 7757061703; also contact us on Instagram. Enter below your personal contacts!
We look forward to sharing joy and love with your child!
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Sri Yukteswar Birthday Celebration
2024-05-10 19:00 - 20:30
“[Reaching higher levels of spiritual development is attainable by] the purification of the body [from lower vibrations, habits and emotions].
Purification of [different parts of a person can be achieved in the following ways:]
– the material body can be effected by things generated along with it by Nature;
– the electric body, by patience in all circumstances;
– the magnetic body by regulation of the breath.”
― Yukteswar Giri, The Holy Science

On this auspicious occassion of the Birth Anniversary of the great Master, Gyanavatar Sri Yukteswar Giri ji: please join us at Dover Lane for a special satsang:
Timings: 7:00-8:30pm
Venue: Ananda Kolkata Dover Lane Center
Flow:
7 to 8pm – Prayer, chanting: Meditation
8-8:30 – reading and sharing by Devika and Gurupriya

ক্রিয়াযোগের পথে ১ম স্তর
2024-05-11, 2024-05-12, 2024-05-18, 2024-05-19
সুধী,
আমাদের দেশের যোগীবর ও মহানগুরুদের প্রজ্ঞার ফল আধ্যাত্মিক ধ্যান যা আমাদের দেয় দিব্য প্রশান্তি।
এই ধ্যান আমাদের শুধু প্রতিনিয়ত পরিস্থিতি নির্বিশেষে অবিচলিত রাখে তাই নয়, দৈহিক, মানসিক ও আত্মিক নিরাময় ও সাধন করে।
আমরা এ বিষয়ে যে কর্মশালাটি করছি তার পাঠক্রমে যা শেখানো হবে, তা পরমহংস যোগানন্দের শিক্ষার ভিত্তি তে পরিকল্পিত।
তার একটি নিম্নোক্ত রূপরেখা দেওয়া হোলঃ শিরোনামঃ ক্রিয়াযোগের পথে ১ম স্তর
১. ধ্যান কি, ও তার প্রয়োজনীয়তা
২. ধ্যান করার সঠিক শারীরিক ভঙ্গী
৩. হং – স ধ্যানের পদ্ধতি, প্রয়োগ কৌশল
৪. পরমহংস যোগানন্দ পরিকল্পিত ৩৯ টি শক্তি সঞ্চারক ব্যায়াম
৫. শরীর শিথিলকরন ও মন স্থির করার জন্যে হঠযোগ ও প্রাণায়াম অভ্যাস
৬. মানসদর্শনের শক্তির অনুশীলন
৪. ঐশ্বরিক শক্তি কি ভাবে অনুভূত হয়?
৫. দৈনন্দিন জীবনে ধ্যান ভাবে প্রয়োগ করা যায়
এই ১ম স্তরের পাঠের ফি ১৬০০ টাকা ৪ টি ক্লাসের জন্য।
কোন জিজ্ঞাসা থাকলে যোগাযোগ করুনঃ 9830092824
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আনন্দ সঙ্ঘ কলকাতা
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Swami Kriyananda's Birthday Celebration
2024-05-19 09:30 - 13:00
Swami Kriyanandaji Birthday Celebration at Ananda Kolkata Meditation Center

Dear Kolkata friends, we joyfully announce the program dedicated to the birthday anniversary of Swami Kriyananda, friend and guide, who founded Ananda in 1968 with the guidance of his Guru, Paramahansa Yogananda.
Join us to celebrate a day dedicated to sharing the teachings that Ananda offers to the whole world. The satsang will be led by Gurupriya and Br. Vasudeva. This will be followed by a breakfast service and a very special event: a free session marking the launch of Ananda Hindi Sangha as part of Ananda Kolkata’s offerings to the city seekers.

Morning Flow:

9:30-10:30am : Swamiji birth anniversary satsang (Br. Vasudeva and Gurupriya); Concluding with an arati and a blessing
10:30onwards: breakfast break
11:30am to 1:00pm: launch of Ananda Hindi Sangha as part of Ananda Kolkata’s offerings (Free Session)

Please join us and bless this event. We invite you to bring friends and family, and we are grateful for you to spread the word.

Guru Kripa Hi Kevalam.
Joy in Service,
Team Ananda Kolkata
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