This is the site of Swami Nirgunananda Giri of Himalayas. The website offers all related information about his works – videos, writings and publications. Follow him on Social Media or his new posts by signing up at the bottom of this page.
NEW & NOTABLE
- Online classes on Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita along with Guided Meditations and Contemplations are held weekly via Google Meet & Zoom (No charges). If interested to join, send a message via the Contact tab.
- An upcoming book, Gita Mananam, is nearly complete and shall be made available soon (either through a publisher or through some online sites). It aims to bring the teachings of Bhagavad Gita into our daily lives through various contemplation exercises.
- Spiritual Symbolism of the Himalayas and Ganga, an inspirational writing on India’s nature bounties and its deeper significance. A printed version of this booklet with pictures is now available for purchase on Amazon.com and in India
- Check Swamiji’s Youtube Channel & Instagram (Check link at bottom of page to join Whatsapp Community)
Inspirational Writings
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Popular Posts
The Two Paths of Life in Vedantic Texts: Preyas vs Shreyas
Life broadly presents us with two paths. The Sanskrit term ‘Preyas’ denotes the pursuit of short-term pleasures, which, while satisfying, can be depleting. Conversely, ‘Shreyas’ represents the journey towards long-term well-being and ultimate joy. Embracing the path of Shreyas may not be the ultimate goal of a spiritual practitioner, but…
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Spiritual Symbolism of the Himalayas and Ganga
A complete version of this work along with pictures has been published into a small booklet (46 pages). It is available on Print on demand basis both at Amazon.com (for international purchase) and at on Pothi.com in India. The Himalayas and Ganga in their varied display of nature’s glory personify…
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Sanatana Dharma
Sanatana Dharma, or eternal religion, is the essence of Hindu doctrine fostering truthfulness and the pursuit of happiness while offering wisdom and values to all of humankind. It emphasises unity and harmony rather than religious division. Dharma, which can be interpreted as duties or laws, is explored in various contexts,…
Keep readingSeven Stages of Wisdom & Self-Realisation
Reflections on the teachings from Yoga Vasistha By Swami Nirgunananda The path to personal transformation or the spiritual path is outlined in seven stages by Sage Vasistha to his student, Lord Rama, in the scripture Yoga Vasistha. These are referred to as the seven bhumikas (stages) of Jnana (Self-knowledge). Nowhere…
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A Yogi’s Non-dual Realization
An Insight into Paramahansa Yogananda’s Poem on Samadhi
In the realms of spirituality, it is commonly asserted that mere knowledge, without experience and insight, cannot lead one to personal realization. However, within recognized philosophical systems, many of the Yogis’ mystical experiences are denied the necessary ontological status due to such…
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Sannyasa, Principles & Practices
This booklet on Sannyasa captures the key principles and practices related to the ancient tradition. वेदान्तविज्ञानसुनिश्चितार्थाः संन्यासयोगाद् यतयः शुद्धसत्त्वाः । ते ब्रह्मलोकेषु परान्तकाले परामृताः परिमुच्यन्ति सर्वे ॥ Having well ascertained the Self, the goal of the Vedantic knowledge and having purified their minds through the practice of sannyasa, the seers,…
Keep readingThe liberating art of witnessing your thoughts
It’s one of those days when hundreds of thoughts course through my mind. Among them self-doubt, worries, past follies, perniciously seek out my mental energy. Feeding on each other and fueling emotions at large, these thoughts spiral on in my mind mostly painting a dark and bleak future. Then again,…
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