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SUMMARY:Thursday Satsang In Person and Via Zoom: “The Wisdom Tradition: Yoga\, Christianity and the Divine Feminine” with Gary Gran\, CYT\, DAy. -  August 15\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Thursday Satsang In Person and Via Zoom\nThe Assumption of Mary – August 15\, 2024\n“The Wisdom Tradition: Yoga\, Christianity and the Divine Feminine”\nwith Gary Gran\, CYT\, DAy.\n7:00-8:30 p.m.\n  \n5:30-6:45 p.m.: In-Person Gentle Hatha Yoga with Michael Snodgrass \n7:00-8:00 p.m.: “The Wisdom Tradition: Yoga\, Christianity and the Divine Feminine” with Gary Gran CYT\, DAy. \n\n8:00-8:30p.m.: Meditation Guided by Swami Radha Bharati \n\n8:30 p.m.: Evening Prayers \nThe development of wisdom is a central theme in Christianity\, yoga\, Ayurveda and Buddhism\, with deep roots in ancient culture. Wisdom denotes a deep knowing\, a gnosis\, that comes from Silence. Our main theme on this night of the Assumption of Mary will be to trace the presence of Holy Mother Wisdom in the Christian scriptures. \nIn yoga science\, wisdom is called prajna. In the Buddhist tradition\, the Perfection of Wisdom is called Prajna-paramita. Ayurveda tells that to go against wisdom\, prajna-paradha\, is unwise! In the Jewish tradition\, wisdom is called Hokmah. And in ancient Greece\, wisdom was known as Sophia. Indeed\, the ancient philosophers were lovers of Wisdom\, Sophia being the root of the word philosophy. \nPlease join us for this prayerful reflection on our Mother Wisdom. \n“One who doesn’t know the beginningless sound of Wisdom\, the highest point of heaven where the gods dwell\, what do they know of Wisdom? \nOnly those who sit quietly with focused minds know this inner truth.” \nRig Veda 1.164.39 \n“Meditating on Her is understanding in its perfect form\, and anyone keeping awake for Her will soon be free from care.” Wisdom 6:15 \n“For in the end you will find rest in Her and She will take the form of joy for you.” Ecclesiasticus 6:28 \n ~ \n“God the Silence and Mother the Silence\, entwined … \nyou are rapt in listening. \nListen how they sing their listening… \nSerenade by you with vow to become a song sung to same entwined entity who\, since before locus and time\, has been ever serenading to you. \nIn mindfulness of ascending notes of symphonies breathing cadences of gnosis\, silence your serenade so it never ceases. Sing your silence that silence sing you. \nMay you be a song.” \n From Serenade God with a Song of Silence by Swami Veda Bharata \n~ \nGary Gran\, CYT\, DAy. \nGary first began to appreciate the depth of the Christian tradition when listening to Swami Rama\, Swami Veda\, and Swami Jaidev talk on the yogic interpretation of the Christian scriptures at the old Glenview center. \nGary and his wife Cynthia have been treading the Himalayan path since the 1970s. They met at the Glenview Center in Illinois and have served the tradition in various capacities over the years. They are both certified yoga teachers and Ayurvedic educators. They have published more than eighty articles on yoga\, meditation and Ayurveda. \nTo support the work of The Meditation Center and register you can donate here (suggested donation $15.00) for Thursday Satsang or make a general donation by clicking on the “donate” button on the “Support TMC” website page. \nOr donate through PayPal. \nNote: There is parking available for TMC visitors in the St. Boniface lot across the street from the Center.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/thursday-satsang-in-person-and-via-zoom-the-wisdom-tradition-yoga-christianity-and-the-divine-feminine-with-gary-gran-cyt-day-august-15-2024/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Satsangs
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240814T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20240110T005533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T222439Z
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SUMMARY:Cynthia Gran Is Teaching - Wednesday Mornings In Person and Via Zoom – Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop In)
DESCRIPTION:Cynthia Gran is teaching on  August 14\, 2024\nWEDNESDAY MORNINGS  IN PERSON and VIA ZOOM\n\nGENTLE HATHA YOGA (DROP IN)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime:  10:30am to Noon \nInstructors: Rosann Chamberlain\, Sig Martell\, and Susan Guthrie \nFees: $12.00/class ($10.00 for seniors and students) \nDROP-IN HATHA CLASSES (ONGOING)\nEveryone is Welcome! These classes are for all levels. Instructors excel at leading the class in relaxation\, gentle asana (yoga positions) and pranayama (breath). Relieve stress\, achy joints\, improve balance at all levels and increase your sense of well being. No registration necessary\, just show up.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/wednesday-mornings-in-person-and-via-zoom-gentle-hatha-yoga-drop-in-2024-08-14/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240814T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240814T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20230104T204513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T204513Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Mornings In Person and via Zoom – Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop-In) with Sig Martell and Rosann Chamberlain
DESCRIPTION: WEDNESDAY MORNINGS In Person and Via Zoom – GENTLE HATHA YOGA (DROP IN)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime:  10:30am to Noon \nInstructors: Sig Martell\, Rosann Chamberlain\, and Susan Guthrie \nFees: $12.00/class ($10.00 for seniors and students) \nDROP-IN HATHA CLASSES (ONGOING)\nEveryone is Welcome! These classes are for all levels. Instructors excel at leading the class in relaxation\, gentle asana (yoga positions) and pranayama (breath). Relieve stress\, achy joints\, improve balance at all levels and increase your sense of well being. No registration necessary\, just show up.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/wednesday-mornings-via-zoom-gentle-hatha-yoga-drop-in-with-sig-martell-and-rosann-chamberlain/2024-08-14/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240811T082000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240811T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20240109T172542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T223829Z
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SUMMARY:Via Zoom – Sunday Morning Guided Meditation with Swami Radha Bharati
DESCRIPTION: Via Zoom – Sunday Morning Guided Meditation\nwith Swami Radha Bharati\n8:20 A.M. – 9:15 A.M.\nJoin for Morning Prayers: 8:20-8:30 a.m.\nSunday Morning Meditation: 8:30-9:15 a.m.\n\nJoin Swami Radha Bharati on Zoom for a guided meditation on Sunday from 8:20 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/via-zoom-sunday-morning-guided-meditation-with-swami-radha-bharati-2-2024-06-02/2024-08-11/
CATEGORIES:Sunday Morning Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20240808T234841Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday Satsang In Person at TMC and via Zoom: Unity\, a Forest of Old Growth Trees" Atma-Tattva-Avalokanam with Dr. Stephen Parker (Stoma) PsyD\, E-RYT 500  7:00 - 8:30 p.m. CDT
DESCRIPTION:Thursday Satsang In Person at TMC and via Zoom – August 8\, 2024\n“Unity\, a Forest of Old Growth Trees” Atma-Tattva-Avalokanam\nwith Dr. Stephen Parker (Stoma) PsyD\, E-RYT 500\n7:00 – 8:30 p.m. CDT\n\n	\n\n\n5:30-6:45 p.m.: In-Person Gentle Hatha Yoga with Chu Chen\n6:15-7:00 p.m. – Vegan Soup\n7:00-8:00 p.m.: “Unity\, a Forest of Old Growth Trees”\nAtma-Tattva-Avalokanam with Dr. Stephen Parker (Stoma)\n8:00-8:30 p.m.: Meditation Guided by Dr. Stephen Parker (Stoma)\nJoin Stoma in a discussion of “Unity” an old growth forest with a complicated network of communication among individual trees… Atma-Tattva-Avalokanam or “watching for the essence of atman everywhere around you”\, awareness of Atman the Self. \nStephen Parker (Stoma) was initiated in the Himalayan Yoga tradition by Swami Veda Bharati and was given the initiate name Stoma in 1971. Among the first teachers certified by the Himalayan International Teachers’ Association\, H.I.T.A.\, he began teaching hatha-yoga in 1974. Stoma is a Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher at the 500-hour level of the Yoga Alliance (E-RYT 500). A member of the International Association of Yoga Therapists\, he serves on the faculties of the Meditation Center in Minneapolis and the Sadhanamandir and Sadhaka Gram ashrams in Rishikesh\, India. \nHe is also a senior faculty member of the Himalayan Yoga Tradition Teachers’ Training Program. He has lectured on yoga\, meditation\, and spiritual practice in the U.S. and Canada as well as in Caribbean countries\, Holland\, Italy\, Austria\, Hungary\, South Africa\, Korea\, Hong Kong\, and India. In 2004 he helped originate and teach the first course on yoga in an American medical school at the University of Minnesota Academic Medical Center. In 2007 he received took preliminary vows of renunciation from Swami Veda and the Shankaracharya of Karvirapitha. \nStoma has been a licensed psychologist in private practice in St. Paul\, MN since 1985. He also served as Adjunct Assistant School Professor of Counseling and Psychological Services at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota and Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Graduate School of Professional Psychology at the University of St. Thomas in Minneapolis\, MN. He has taught on the faculty of the Introductory Workshops of the Minnesota Society of Clinical Hypnosis. In addition to authoring journal articles and book chapters\, Dr. Parker edited volume two of Swami Veda’s definitive scholarly work on the “Yoga-sutras of Patanjali” and he has been a peer review editor for the “Journal of Men’s Studies\,” the “American Journal of Orthopsychiatry\,” and the “International Journal of Yoga Therapy.” \nTo support the work of The Meditation Center and register you can donate here (suggested donation $15.00) for Thursday Satsang or make a general donation by clicking on the “donate” button on the “Support TMC” website page. \nOr donate through PayPal. \nNote: There is parking available for TMC visitors \nin the St. Boniface lot across the street from the Center.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/thursday-satsang-in-person-at-tmc-and-via-zoom-unity-a-forest-of-old-growth-trees-atma-tattva-avalokanam-with-dr-stephen-parker-stoma-psyd-e-ryt-500-700-830-p-m-cdt/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Satsangs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240807T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240807T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20230104T204513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T204513Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Mornings In Person and via Zoom – Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop-In) with Sig Martell and Rosann Chamberlain
DESCRIPTION: WEDNESDAY MORNINGS In Person and Via Zoom – GENTLE HATHA YOGA (DROP IN)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime:  10:30am to Noon \nInstructors: Sig Martell\, Rosann Chamberlain\, and Susan Guthrie \nFees: $12.00/class ($10.00 for seniors and students) \nDROP-IN HATHA CLASSES (ONGOING)\nEveryone is Welcome! These classes are for all levels. Instructors excel at leading the class in relaxation\, gentle asana (yoga positions) and pranayama (breath). Relieve stress\, achy joints\, improve balance at all levels and increase your sense of well being. No registration necessary\, just show up.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/wednesday-mornings-via-zoom-gentle-hatha-yoga-drop-in-with-sig-martell-and-rosann-chamberlain/2024-08-07/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240807T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240807T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20240722T225648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T222558Z
UID:21367-1723017600-1723050000@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:Cancelled for August 7th -  Wednesday Mornings In Person and Via Zoom Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop In)
DESCRIPTION:Cancelled for August 7th\nCynthia Gran is teaching on August 14th\nWEDNESDAY MORNINGS  IN PERSON AND VIA ZOOM\n\nGENTLE HATHA YOGA (DROP IN)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime:  10:30am to Noon \nInstructors: Rosann Chamberlain\, Sig Martell\, and Susan Guthrie \nFees: $12.00/class ($10.00 for seniors and students)
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/cancelled-for-july-31st-wednesday-mornings-in-person-and-via-zoom-gentle-hatha-yoga-drop-in-2024-08-07/
CATEGORIES:Hatha Yoga
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240804T082000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240804T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20240109T172542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T223829Z
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SUMMARY:Via Zoom – Sunday Morning Guided Meditation with Swami Radha Bharati
DESCRIPTION: Via Zoom – Sunday Morning Guided Meditation\nwith Swami Radha Bharati\n8:20 A.M. – 9:15 A.M.\nJoin for Morning Prayers: 8:20-8:30 a.m.\nSunday Morning Meditation: 8:30-9:15 a.m.\n\nJoin Swami Radha Bharati on Zoom for a guided meditation on Sunday from 8:20 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/via-zoom-sunday-morning-guided-meditation-with-swami-radha-bharati-2-2024-06-02/2024-08-04/
CATEGORIES:Sunday Morning Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20240801T193846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T194002Z
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SUMMARY:No Guided Hatha Class or Thursday Satsang Either In Person or Via Zoom Tonight - August 1\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:There Will Be No In Person or Zoom Program for The Meditation Center’s Thursday Satsang\non August 1\, 2024\nThe Drop-In Hatha Class is cancelled for Thursday evening.\n\nThursday Satsang will resume on August 8\, 2024
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/no-guided-hatha-class-or-thursday-satsang-either-n-person-or-via-zoom-tonight-august-1-2024/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Satsangs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T184500
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20240129T220153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T194640Z
UID:20910-1722533400-1722537900@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:Cancelled - No Guided Hatha Class on August 1\, 2024 Thursday Evening In Person:  Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop In) 5:30-6:45 p.m. Everyone is Welcome
DESCRIPTION:Thursday Evening In Person Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop In)\nThere will be no guided hatha class on August 1\, 2024\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime:  5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. \nInstructors: Varies…Chris Young\, Michael Snodgrass\, Sunita Gangopadhyay\, Susan Guthrie\, Eric Ness \nFees: $10.00/class \nThursday Evening DROP-IN HATHA CLASSES (ONGOING)\nEveryone is Welcome! These classes are for all levels. Instructors excel at leading the class in relaxation\, gentle asana (yoga positions) and pranayama (breath). Relieve stress\, achy joints\, improve balance at all levels and increase your sense of well being. No registration necessary\, just show up.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/thursday-evening-in-person-gentle-hatha-yoga-drop-in-530-645-p-m-everyone-is-welcome-2024-08-01/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T184500
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20240129T220153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T220153Z
UID:21875-1722533400-1722537900@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:Thursday Evening In Person:  Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop In) 5:30-6:45 p.m. Everyone is Welcome
DESCRIPTION:Thursday Evening In Person Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop In)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime:  5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. \nInstructors: Varies…Chris Young\, Michael Snodgrass\, Sunita Gangopadhyay\, Susan Guthrie\, Eric Ness \nFees: $10.00/class \nThursday Evening DROP-IN HATHA CLASSES (ONGOING)\nEveryone is Welcome! These classes are for all levels. Instructors excel at leading the class in relaxation\, gentle asana (yoga positions) and pranayama (breath). Relieve stress\, achy joints\, improve balance at all levels and increase your sense of well being. No registration necessary\, just show up.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/thursday-evening-in-person-gentle-hatha-yoga-drop-in-530-645-p-m-everyone-is-welcome/2024-08-01/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240731T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240731T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20230104T204513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T204513Z
UID:21782-1722421800-1722427200@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Mornings In Person and via Zoom – Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop-In) with Sig Martell and Rosann Chamberlain
DESCRIPTION: WEDNESDAY MORNINGS In Person and Via Zoom – GENTLE HATHA YOGA (DROP IN)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime:  10:30am to Noon \nInstructors: Sig Martell\, Rosann Chamberlain\, and Susan Guthrie \nFees: $12.00/class ($10.00 for seniors and students) \nDROP-IN HATHA CLASSES (ONGOING)\nEveryone is Welcome! These classes are for all levels. Instructors excel at leading the class in relaxation\, gentle asana (yoga positions) and pranayama (breath). Relieve stress\, achy joints\, improve balance at all levels and increase your sense of well being. No registration necessary\, just show up.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/wednesday-mornings-via-zoom-gentle-hatha-yoga-drop-in-with-sig-martell-and-rosann-chamberlain/2024-07-31/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240731T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240731T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20240722T225648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T225648Z
UID:21366-1722412800-1722445200@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:Cancelled for July 31st -  Wednesday Mornings In Person and Via Zoom Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop In)
DESCRIPTION:Cancelled for July 31\, August 7\, and August 14th\nWEDNESDAY MORNINGS  IN PERSON AND VIA ZOOM\n\nGENTLE HATHA YOGA (DROP IN)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime:  10:30am to Noon \nInstructors: Rosann Chamberlain\, Sig Martell\, and Susan Guthrie \nFees: $12.00/class ($10.00 for seniors and students)
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/cancelled-for-july-31st-wednesday-mornings-in-person-and-via-zoom-gentle-hatha-yoga-drop-in/2024-07-31/
CATEGORIES:Hatha Yoga
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240729T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240729T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20230829T222349Z
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SUMMARY:New Dates In-Person Meditation I : Learning the Basics with Rodney Huff - Mondays: June 24 - July 29\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:In-Person Meditation I : Learning the Basics\nwith Rodney Huff (Rajni)\nNew Dates!!!\nMondays: June 24 – July 29\, 2024\nInstructor: Rodney Huff (Rajni)\n6:30 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.\nCost: $75.00\nRegister here!\nThis class introduces the student to the basics of meditation in the Himalayan Tradition. Relaxation techniques\, pranayama (yogic breath)\, ideal sitting postures\, and the use of mantra will be taught to help the student focus the mind and relax the body.  Beginning Raja yoga philosophy is also included in this class.  Treat yourself to the many benefits of a regular meditation practice. \nRodney Huff first came to the Center in January of 2000 and quickly took as many classes as he could. Since then he has traveled to India to study at Sadhana Mandir and Sadhaka Grama in Rishikesh. He began teaching Hatha yoga in 2003 and has been a regular teacher of Hatha Yoga (I & II) as well as Meditation I. Rodney is grateful for the opportunity to teach at a place as special as the Meditation Center. The teachings he received transformed his life\, and he hopes that each of his students can have an equally rewarding experience.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/hybrid-meditation-i-learning-the-basics-with-paul-emerson-ph-d-and-eric-ness-m-s-tuesdays-september-12-october-17-2023/2024-07-29/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240728T082000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240728T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20240109T172542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T194537Z
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SUMMARY:Cancelled for July 28th - Via Zoom – Sunday Morning Guided Meditation with Swami Radha Bharati
DESCRIPTION:Cancelled for July 28\, 2024…\n…will resume on August 4\, 2024\n Via Zoom – Sunday Morning Guided Meditation\nwith Swami Radha Bharati\n8:20 A.M. – 9:15 A.M.\nJoin for Morning Prayers: 8:20-8:30 a.m.\nSunday Morning Meditation: 8:30-9:15 a.m.\n\nJoin Swami Radha Bharati on Zoom for a guided meditation on Sunday from 8:20 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/via-zoom-sunday-morning-guided-meditation-with-swami-radha-bharati-2-2024-06-02-2024-07-28/
CATEGORIES:Sunday Morning Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240728T082000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240728T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20240109T172542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T172542Z
UID:23024-1722154800-1722159000@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:Via Zoom – Sunday Morning Guided Meditation with Swami Radha Bharati
DESCRIPTION: Via Zoom – Sunday Morning Guided Meditation\nwith Swami Radha Bharati\n8:20 A.M. – 9:15 A.M.\nJoin for Morning Prayers: 8:20-8:30 a.m.\nSunday Morning Meditation: 8:30-9:15 a.m.\n\nJoin Swami Radha Bharati on Zoom for a guided meditation on Sunday from 8:20 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/via-zoom-sunday-morning-guided-meditation-with-swami-radha-bharati-2-2024-06-02/2024-07-28/
CATEGORIES:Sunday Morning Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20240725T014231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T191415Z
UID:21374-1721934000-1721939400@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:Thursday Satsang Via Zoom and In-Person Viewing at TMC: "Miscellaneous Metaphysical Musings" with Michael Smith - July 25\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Thursday Satsang Via Zoom and In-Person Viewing at TMC – July 25\, 2024\n“Miscellaneous Metaphysical Musings” with Michael Smith\n7:00 – 8:30 p.m. CDT\n5:30-6:45 p.m.: In-Person Gentle Hatha Yoga with Sig Martell \n6:15-7:00 p.m.: No soup is being served on July 25th. \nSoup will be offered again on August 8th. \n7:00-8:00 p.m.: “Miscellaneous Metaphysical Musings” with Michael Smith \n8:00-8:30 p.m.: Meditation with Michael Smith \n8:30 p.m.: Evening Prayers \n\nJoin us tonight\, Thursday\, July 25th\, for a wonderful and compelling discussion with Michael Smith…not wanting to leave anything out\, Michael’s talk will have the theme of Guru and Unity — transcendent and imminent Balance\, Harmony\, and Integration. \nMichael Smith has been practicing & teaching yoga for over 50 years and is currently a curriculum coordinator for the International Himalayan Yoga Teachers Association. He has also been certified by the Himalayan Institute Teachers Association and the Behram Guard School of Yoga Meditation (an Iyengar-based Hatha Yoga School). He was a public school teacher for 35 years and also a professor of Comparative Religion at North Hennepin Community College. He has edited and/or illustrated several books on yoga and has lectured widely on stress management (the topic of his Masters Thesis) and also on holistic health. His main work has been to transcribe and to get the teachings of Swami Rama\, Swami Veda and the Himalayan teachers out to as many people as possible. \nTo support the work of The Meditation Center and register you can donate here (suggested donation $15.00) for Thursday Satsang or make a general donation by clicking on the “donate” button on the “Support TMC” website page. \nOr donate through PayPal. \nNote: There is parking available for TMC visitors in the St. Boniface lot across the street from the Center.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/thursday-satsang-via-zoom-and-in-person-viewing-at-tmc-miscellaneous-metaphysical-musings-with-michael-smith-july-25-2024/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Satsangs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240803T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20240418T182826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T182826Z
UID:21054-1721894400-1722704400@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:AHYMSIN Sangha of the Americas: July 25 - August 3\, 2024 - Mark Your Calendars
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars…\nAHYMSIN Sangha of the Americas\nJuly 25 – August 3\, 2024\nDear Friends\, \nWe are excited about the upcoming 2024 Himalayan Tradition\, AHYMSIN Sangha of the Americas\, coming in July! \nThis gathering of the Himalayan Tradition Family is the perfect way to deepen your practices during this unique gathering of like-minded seekers through daily yoga and meditation sessions\, teachings and inspirations\, which will include a 5-day Silence period. The event will take place at the beautiful St. Olaf College in Northfield\, MN\, USA. \nFrom Swami Ritavan Bharati: \n” It is my profound wish that we will be able to have the joy of your presence among us\, and of your participation for the first four days\, or the full ten days of the event\, so that we can all reconnect\, continue to allow the teaching to grow\, and continue to serve the legacy we share. Please do make time to attend this important gathering as a member of the Tradition.” \nThe 10-day program will be comprised of: \n\nArrival and check-in for the 10-day program will be on July 25.\nAHYMSIN gathering with center presentations\, inspirations and family connections\, as well as daily prayers\, yoga\, and meditation\, from July 26 to 29.\n5 day period of Silence from July 29 to August 2\, with guests departing August 3.\nDaily presentations by senior members of the Tradition will also be available via Zoom.\nA Family Gathering Kirtan Event to be held July 26.\n\n*Prices represent Early Bird Pricing\, and will expire 4/30/2024 \nCLICK HERE TO READ MORE AND TO REGISTER  \nIn Loving Service\, \nAHYMSIN Administration \nIf you have any questions\, please email: info@himalayanyoga
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/ahymsin-sangha-of-the-americas-july-25-august-3-2024-mark-your-calendars/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240724T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240724T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20230104T204513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T204513Z
UID:21781-1721817000-1721822400@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Mornings In Person and via Zoom – Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop-In) with Sig Martell and Rosann Chamberlain
DESCRIPTION: WEDNESDAY MORNINGS In Person and Via Zoom – GENTLE HATHA YOGA (DROP IN)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime:  10:30am to Noon \nInstructors: Sig Martell\, Rosann Chamberlain\, and Susan Guthrie \nFees: $12.00/class ($10.00 for seniors and students) \nDROP-IN HATHA CLASSES (ONGOING)\nEveryone is Welcome! These classes are for all levels. Instructors excel at leading the class in relaxation\, gentle asana (yoga positions) and pranayama (breath). Relieve stress\, achy joints\, improve balance at all levels and increase your sense of well being. No registration necessary\, just show up.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/wednesday-mornings-via-zoom-gentle-hatha-yoga-drop-in-with-sig-martell-and-rosann-chamberlain/2024-07-24/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240722T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240722T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20230829T222349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T222349Z
UID:21227-1721673000-1721678400@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:New Dates In-Person Meditation I : Learning the Basics with Rodney Huff - Mondays: June 24 - July 29\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:In-Person Meditation I : Learning the Basics\nwith Rodney Huff (Rajni)\nNew Dates!!!\nMondays: June 24 – July 29\, 2024\nInstructor: Rodney Huff (Rajni)\n6:30 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.\nCost: $75.00\nRegister here!\nThis class introduces the student to the basics of meditation in the Himalayan Tradition. Relaxation techniques\, pranayama (yogic breath)\, ideal sitting postures\, and the use of mantra will be taught to help the student focus the mind and relax the body.  Beginning Raja yoga philosophy is also included in this class.  Treat yourself to the many benefits of a regular meditation practice. \nRodney Huff first came to the Center in January of 2000 and quickly took as many classes as he could. Since then he has traveled to India to study at Sadhana Mandir and Sadhaka Grama in Rishikesh. He began teaching Hatha yoga in 2003 and has been a regular teacher of Hatha Yoga (I & II) as well as Meditation I. Rodney is grateful for the opportunity to teach at a place as special as the Meditation Center. The teachings he received transformed his life\, and he hopes that each of his students can have an equally rewarding experience.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/hybrid-meditation-i-learning-the-basics-with-paul-emerson-ph-d-and-eric-ness-m-s-tuesdays-september-12-october-17-2023/2024-07-22/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240721T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240721T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20240628T191706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T191848Z
UID:21242-1721595600-1721599200@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:Guru Purnima Global Full Moon Meditation - Will Begin Guided by Swami Ritavan Bharati - July 21\, 2024\, 9:00-10:00 p.m.
DESCRIPTION:Guru Purnima\nSunday\, July 21\, 2024\nVia Zoom and In-Person Viewing at TMC\nGlobal Full Moon Meditation\n9:00-10:00 p.m. CDT\n\nThis Full Moon Meditation will begin guided by Swami Ritavan Bharati from SRSG in Rishikesh\, India.\nthen followed by a silent meditation until 10:00 p.m.\nSwami Ritavan Bharati has said\, “The full moon meditations are an opportunity for us to come together in connecting with the universal mind-field bringing unity\, harmony\, peace\, and love. Go into your silence; exhale-release\, inhale-accept\, forgive and fulfill\, with purified heart and mind receive the blessings of the Lineage.”\n\n“You are lovingly invited to sit in meditation for an hour wherever you are\, in your home or with friends. Total beginners and longtime practitioners\, non-initiates and initiates are welcome. If you cannot sit for the entire hour\, sit as long as you are able; as Swami Veda has said\, ‘Let the quietness of the mind continue even after you rise..'” (Courtesy of AHYMSIN.org January 2023 newsletter).\n\n\nThis event is courtesy of the Palatine Himalayan Yoga & Meditation Center – HYMC.\n\nFor more information regarding the global full moon meditation schedule and to receive the Zoom link  visit\nHYMC’s website here.\n\n\nEveryone is welcome!
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/global-full-moon-meditation-will-begin-guided-by-swami-ritavan-bharati-july-21-2024-900-1000-p-m/
CATEGORIES:Full Moon Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240721T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240721T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20240628T192534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T192534Z
UID:21243-1721584800-1721599200@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:Guru Purnima  and Full Moon Celebration In Person and Via Zoom - July 21\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:“Guru Purnima Celebration” In-Person and Via Zoom\nSunday: July 21\, 2024\nGuru Purnima Program on July 21\, 2024\n5:45 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. CDT\nGlobal Full Moon Meditation\n9:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. CDT\nGuru Purnima 2024 Celebration Schedule – Details to come.\n\n9:00-10:00 p.m. – Full Moon Meditation via Zoom\nwith initial guidance by Swami Ritavan Bharati from SRSG\, Rishikesh\, India.\n\nThe Global Full Moon Meditation is hosted by the Himalayan Yoga & Meditation Center\, HYMC\, \nPalatine Il. The Zoom link is available here at HYMC’s website.\n\n\nFor more information regarding the global full moon meditation schedule visit HYMC’s website here.\n\n\n\nRead here…H.H.S. Swami Rama’s 1988 Guru Purnima Message.\n\nRead here…Swami Veda Bharati’s 2011 Guru Purnima Blessing\n\n\n\n\n\n“Celebrating Guru Purnima is a joy beyond words\, a deep stillness that echoes a wholeness and holiness. A wholeness that guru provides the answers to our pursuits\, our yearnings and reveals a purpose for life. To live and to love with a heart unconditioned by conflict\, and a mind\, unified beyond division.”\n– Swami Ritavan Bharati-
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/guru-purnima-and-full-moon-celebration-in-person-and-via-zoom-july-21-2024/
CATEGORIES:Full Moon Havan,Full Moon Meditation,Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240721T082000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240721T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20240109T172542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T223828Z
UID:21156-1721550000-1721554200@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:Via Zoom – Sunday Morning Guided Meditation with Swami Radha Bharati
DESCRIPTION: Via Zoom – Sunday Morning Guided Meditation\nwith Swami Radha Bharati\n8:20 A.M. – 9:15 A.M.\nJoin for Morning Prayers: 8:20-8:30 a.m.\nSunday Morning Meditation: 8:30-9:15 a.m.\n\nJoin Swami Radha Bharati on Zoom for a guided meditation on Sunday from 8:20 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/via-zoom-sunday-morning-guided-meditation-with-swami-radha-bharati-2-2024-06-02/2024-07-21/
CATEGORIES:Sunday Morning Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240721T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240721T233000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20240611T194647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T194647Z
UID:21216-1721548800-1721604600@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:40-Day Spiritual Festival 2024 from June 12- July 21 (Guru Purnima)\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:40-Day Spiritual Festival 2024 from June 12- July 21 (Guru Purnima)\, 2024\nRead here “41st Annual 40-Days Spiritual Festival June 12-July 21\, 2024″courtesy of AHYMSIN.org.\nThe festival is 40-days of purification of all aspects of our being through chosen practices. \nSome options for practices are :\nBegin or increase the Sangha Ganesha mantra japa…practice embodying Ganesha in stillness\, in his stillness. \nDecrease screen time\, especially in the evening; put down the phone\, turn off the computer. \nFind ways to honor Earth Mother: walk in silence in the woods\, feed the wild animals\, nourish the ants\, pick up trash in nature\, contemplate one of the five elements in nature. \nFast one day a week\, could be partial fasting or simply eliminating one preferred food item. \nContemplate that which helps you be still. \nDo self-study and journal your experiences. \nStudy “Sutra 1.33\,” the Brahma Viharas\, especially Upeksha (equanimity in the face of evil.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/40-day-spiritual-festival-2024-from-june-12-july-21-guru-purnima-2024/2024-07-21/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240720T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240720T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20230619T215856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230619T215856Z
UID:21290-1721505600-1721509200@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:10-Day "Guru Gita" Recitation via Zoom from Thursday\, July 11 - Saturday\, July 20\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:New opportunity to prepare for Guru Purnima during the 40-Day Spiritual Festival….\n\n10-Day “Guru Gita” Recitation via Zoom\nThursday\, July 11 – Saturday\, July 20\, 2024\nBegins at 8:00 p.m. CDT from the July 12th – July 20th\nExceptions are on Thursdays\, the 11th and 18th…the recitation will begin at 8:45 p.m. \n\nAs a tradition in our Sangha\, the Guru Gita’s recording by Pundits at SRSG is shared via Zoom during the 11 days leading to Guru Purnima. Tonight is the 2nd day that the Guru Gita recording will be shared via Zoom. The session will begin at 8:00 p.m. CDT. \n“Three chapters in the latter part of the Skanda Purana\, one of the most widely read of the 18 Puranas composed by Sage Vyasa\, comprise the verses referred to as the Guru Gita\, the “Song in Praise of the Guru”. The verses are the dialogue between Shiva and Parvati that serve as a fount of knowledge and wisdom about the Guru\, the Guru’s power and greatness\, and specific ways of paying adoration.” ~Stoma on 6/27/24~ \n\nRead here the text of the “Guru Gita” in English…new version. \nRead here the text of the “Guru Gita” in Sanskrit. \nThe audio starts with: Mama catur vidha puruartha siddhyarthe jape viniyoga… \nand continues with Verse One: (these audio verses match all succeeding written verses until 182 ending) \nSūta uvāca: verse one begins on bottom of page 3 of the English translation \nVerse 1\, Sūta said: \n Kailāsa-śikhare ramye \nbhakti-sandhāna-nāyakam\, \nPranamya pārvatī bhaktyā \nśankaram paryaprcchata. \nTo listen to the audio recording of the “Guru Gita” click here. \n\n 
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/10-day-guru-gita-recitation-via-zoom-from-friday-june-23-sunday-july-2-2023/2024-07-20/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240720T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240720T233000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20240611T194647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T194647Z
UID:21215-1721462400-1721518200@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:40-Day Spiritual Festival 2024 from June 12- July 21 (Guru Purnima)\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:40-Day Spiritual Festival 2024 from June 12- July 21 (Guru Purnima)\, 2024\nRead here “41st Annual 40-Days Spiritual Festival June 12-July 21\, 2024″courtesy of AHYMSIN.org.\nThe festival is 40-days of purification of all aspects of our being through chosen practices. \nSome options for practices are :\nBegin or increase the Sangha Ganesha mantra japa…practice embodying Ganesha in stillness\, in his stillness. \nDecrease screen time\, especially in the evening; put down the phone\, turn off the computer. \nFind ways to honor Earth Mother: walk in silence in the woods\, feed the wild animals\, nourish the ants\, pick up trash in nature\, contemplate one of the five elements in nature. \nFast one day a week\, could be partial fasting or simply eliminating one preferred food item. \nContemplate that which helps you be still. \nDo self-study and journal your experiences. \nStudy “Sutra 1.33\,” the Brahma Viharas\, especially Upeksha (equanimity in the face of evil.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/40-day-spiritual-festival-2024-from-june-12-july-21-guru-purnima-2024/2024-07-20/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240719T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240719T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20230619T215856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230619T215856Z
UID:21289-1721419200-1721422800@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:10-Day "Guru Gita" Recitation via Zoom from Thursday\, July 11 - Saturday\, July 20\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:New opportunity to prepare for Guru Purnima during the 40-Day Spiritual Festival….\n\n10-Day “Guru Gita” Recitation via Zoom\nThursday\, July 11 – Saturday\, July 20\, 2024\nBegins at 8:00 p.m. CDT from the July 12th – July 20th\nExceptions are on Thursdays\, the 11th and 18th…the recitation will begin at 8:45 p.m. \n\nAs a tradition in our Sangha\, the Guru Gita’s recording by Pundits at SRSG is shared via Zoom during the 11 days leading to Guru Purnima. Tonight is the 2nd day that the Guru Gita recording will be shared via Zoom. The session will begin at 8:00 p.m. CDT. \n“Three chapters in the latter part of the Skanda Purana\, one of the most widely read of the 18 Puranas composed by Sage Vyasa\, comprise the verses referred to as the Guru Gita\, the “Song in Praise of the Guru”. The verses are the dialogue between Shiva and Parvati that serve as a fount of knowledge and wisdom about the Guru\, the Guru’s power and greatness\, and specific ways of paying adoration.” ~Stoma on 6/27/24~ \n\nRead here the text of the “Guru Gita” in English…new version. \nRead here the text of the “Guru Gita” in Sanskrit. \nThe audio starts with: Mama catur vidha puruartha siddhyarthe jape viniyoga… \nand continues with Verse One: (these audio verses match all succeeding written verses until 182 ending) \nSūta uvāca: verse one begins on bottom of page 3 of the English translation \nVerse 1\, Sūta said: \n Kailāsa-śikhare ramye \nbhakti-sandhāna-nāyakam\, \nPranamya pārvatī bhaktyā \nśankaram paryaprcchata. \nTo listen to the audio recording of the “Guru Gita” click here. \n\n 
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/10-day-guru-gita-recitation-via-zoom-from-friday-june-23-sunday-july-2-2023/2024-07-19/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240719T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240719T233000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20240611T194647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T194647Z
UID:21214-1721376000-1721431800@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:40-Day Spiritual Festival 2024 from June 12- July 21 (Guru Purnima)\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:40-Day Spiritual Festival 2024 from June 12- July 21 (Guru Purnima)\, 2024\nRead here “41st Annual 40-Days Spiritual Festival June 12-July 21\, 2024″courtesy of AHYMSIN.org.\nThe festival is 40-days of purification of all aspects of our being through chosen practices. \nSome options for practices are :\nBegin or increase the Sangha Ganesha mantra japa…practice embodying Ganesha in stillness\, in his stillness. \nDecrease screen time\, especially in the evening; put down the phone\, turn off the computer. \nFind ways to honor Earth Mother: walk in silence in the woods\, feed the wild animals\, nourish the ants\, pick up trash in nature\, contemplate one of the five elements in nature. \nFast one day a week\, could be partial fasting or simply eliminating one preferred food item. \nContemplate that which helps you be still. \nDo self-study and journal your experiences. \nStudy “Sutra 1.33\,” the Brahma Viharas\, especially Upeksha (equanimity in the face of evil.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/40-day-spiritual-festival-2024-from-june-12-july-21-guru-purnima-2024/2024-07-19/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240718T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240718T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T195348
CREATED:20230619T215856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230619T215856Z
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SUMMARY:10-Day "Guru Gita" Recitation via Zoom from Thursday\, July 11 - Saturday\, July 20\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:New opportunity to prepare for Guru Purnima during the 40-Day Spiritual Festival….\n\n10-Day “Guru Gita” Recitation via Zoom\nThursday\, July 11 – Saturday\, July 20\, 2024\nBegins at 8:00 p.m. CDT from the July 12th – July 20th\nExceptions are on Thursdays\, the 11th and 18th…the recitation will begin at 8:45 p.m. \n\nAs a tradition in our Sangha\, the Guru Gita’s recording by Pundits at SRSG is shared via Zoom during the 11 days leading to Guru Purnima. Tonight is the 2nd day that the Guru Gita recording will be shared via Zoom. The session will begin at 8:00 p.m. CDT. \n“Three chapters in the latter part of the Skanda Purana\, one of the most widely read of the 18 Puranas composed by Sage Vyasa\, comprise the verses referred to as the Guru Gita\, the “Song in Praise of the Guru”. The verses are the dialogue between Shiva and Parvati that serve as a fount of knowledge and wisdom about the Guru\, the Guru’s power and greatness\, and specific ways of paying adoration.” ~Stoma on 6/27/24~ \n\nRead here the text of the “Guru Gita” in English…new version. \nRead here the text of the “Guru Gita” in Sanskrit. \nThe audio starts with: Mama catur vidha puruartha siddhyarthe jape viniyoga… \nand continues with Verse One: (these audio verses match all succeeding written verses until 182 ending) \nSūta uvāca: verse one begins on bottom of page 3 of the English translation \nVerse 1\, Sūta said: \n Kailāsa-śikhare ramye \nbhakti-sandhāna-nāyakam\, \nPranamya pārvatī bhaktyā \nśankaram paryaprcchata. \nTo listen to the audio recording of the “Guru Gita” click here. \n\n 
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/10-day-guru-gita-recitation-via-zoom-from-friday-june-23-sunday-july-2-2023/2024-07-18/
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SUMMARY:40-Day Spiritual Festival 2024 from June 12- July 21 (Guru Purnima)\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:40-Day Spiritual Festival 2024 from June 12- July 21 (Guru Purnima)\, 2024\nRead here “41st Annual 40-Days Spiritual Festival June 12-July 21\, 2024″courtesy of AHYMSIN.org.\nThe festival is 40-days of purification of all aspects of our being through chosen practices. \nSome options for practices are :\nBegin or increase the Sangha Ganesha mantra japa…practice embodying Ganesha in stillness\, in his stillness. \nDecrease screen time\, especially in the evening; put down the phone\, turn off the computer. \nFind ways to honor Earth Mother: walk in silence in the woods\, feed the wild animals\, nourish the ants\, pick up trash in nature\, contemplate one of the five elements in nature. \nFast one day a week\, could be partial fasting or simply eliminating one preferred food item. \nContemplate that which helps you be still. \nDo self-study and journal your experiences. \nStudy “Sutra 1.33\,” the Brahma Viharas\, especially Upeksha (equanimity in the face of evil.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/40-day-spiritual-festival-2024-from-june-12-july-21-guru-purnima-2024/2024-07-18/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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