- LIVE ONLINE PROGRAM
July 30, 2024 – October 15, 2024
Patanjali Yoga Sutras - Living at the Source
Swami Brahmananda
12 WEEKLY SESSIONS, Tuesdays, 6:00-7:45pm ET
Course Description:
Learn timeless teachings and valuable practices from the most important text for the yogis, the Patanjali Yoga Sutras. Swami Brahmananda will offer an in-depth study on how the mind is withdrawn into the Heart, the Source, the abode of the Divine presence and Divine Love.
Join this inspiring course and learn how to cultivate a contemplative life and a depth of equanimity and balance stemming from the recognition of Divinity in both the good and misfortune of life’s experiences.
Raja Yoga, the royal path of mind control, is the most comprehensive and scientific approach to God-Realization. The precepts and doctrines of this ancient science were first compiled and explained by Patanjali Maharishi, the greatest psychologist of all time. Never has the human mind been so completely analyzed. Never has the process of eliminating human suffering been so succinctly presented. The methods of Raja Yoga are profound and timeless. They are the most useful techniques available to modern man beset by the tremendous stresses and strains of our competitive society.
This course is meant for new as well as experienced students and Yoga practitioners
What You’ll Learn:
- Teachings from the Patanjali Yoga Sutras, Swami Sivananda and the Devi Mahatmya on living at the Source.
- How to overcome limiting ideas about yourself and the world and free yourself from binding emotions and attachments.
- How to cultivate the vision of equanimity by the recognition of the Divinity in everything, the good and the misfortune.
- Feel the Divine Presence everywhere – in every form, in every thought, in every feeling and in every sentiment, in every movement, in every emotion.
- You will learn tools to strengthen your mental clarity and meditation based on the most important Yogic scripture – the Patanjali Yoga Sutras.
- Meditation with the mantra OM – Patanjali Maharishi explains that meditation on OM with meaning removes the obstacles to Samadhi and develops enlightened introspection.
- Yoga Psychology – the Patanjali Yoga Sutras is the most complete teaching on Yoga psychology.
Additional Information:
Offered as 12 weekly sessions on Tuesdays, July 30, Aug 6,13, 20, 27, Sept 3, 10, 17, 24, Oct 1, 8 & 15 from 6:00-7:45pm ET.
This program is offered live through Zoom webinar with the availability for students to interact through Q&A with the presenter.
For enrolled students, a video recording will be available after each class in the event you miss a class or would like to review the content.
It is possible to register and take the course at any time. You can catch up on any classes you miss with the recordings.
Requirements and Recommendations:
- No experience necessary. This program is open to beginners as well as advanced practitioners.
- Viewing Device: Desktop or laptop computer will provide the best experience, although you can also connect via a tablet or smartphone.
- Internet connection: High-speed broadband wired or wireless is best.
- Video: Download Zoom to your computer, or install the Zoom app to your device. For interactive group sessions, a webcam or integrated camera will allow others to feel more connected with you.
- Audio: Headphone speakers are recommended. If you wish to participate vocally, a headset with a microphone will be ideal.
Course Includes:
- 12 live sessions of study (21 hours) from the Patanjali Yoga sutras and guided practices. Each class includes teachings, practice time and dedicated time for questions and answers
- Recordings of the live sessions
- Course Manual
- Teacher’s availability to reply to questions about the study material between classes
Swami Brahmananda is a monk and senior teacher of the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centers and is the current Manager of the Sivananda Ashram Yoga Retreat in the Bahamas. Swami Brahmananda joined the Sivananda organization in 1999 and was initiated into Sannyasa (monasticism) in 2006.
A long-time practitioner of yoga, meditation and philosophical studies, he regularly teaches meditation and yoga philosophy for the Sivananda Yoga Teachers’ Training Courses as well as the Advanced Yoga Teachers’ Training Courses. He also teaches online courses on the Patanjali Yoga Sutras and Vedanta. Swami Brahmananda is a much-loved, inspiring, and knowledgeable teacher.