Ananda Marga Dharmacast

Dada Vedaprajinananda (aka Dada Veda) looks at why and how a mantra could be able to bring about spiritual elevation. The discussion is based on a discourse of Shrii Shrii Anandamurti (“Mantra and Japa” in his book “Ananda Vacanamtram Part 13”.) If you would like to contact Dada please go to his website https://www.dadaveda.com and […]

Dada Vedaprajinananda (aka Dada Veda) explores this age old question. There are so many religions, social philosophies and ideas vying for our attention. An ancient Sanskrit poem supplies an answer: saying that we have to go within to find the answer. This talk is based on a discourse by Shrii Shrii Anandamurti in his book […]

Spiritual mindfulness is the awareness that all the objects that we come in contact with are manifestation of cosmic consciousness. Usually this kind of awareness takes place during silent meditation or prayer, but Dada Vedaprajinananda explains how it can be done in daily life as we go about our usual activities. Dada’s presentation is based […]

Pratyahara is one of the steps in the eightfold system of yoga. It means to withdraw the mind from attachment to external objects. It is practiced in a variety of spiritual paths with methods to bring attention away from the outer objects and towards the inner workings of the mind. Dada Vedaprajinananda (aka Dada Veda) […]

Attraction to the Supreme Being is Bhakti and Dada Vedaprajinananda explores the topic using Shrii Shrii Anandamurti’s discourse “The True Nature of Bhakti” from the book “Ananda Vacanamrtam Part 7”. The audio version of this podcast can be found at https://www.anandamargadharmacast.com and on all audio platforms. Look for Ananda Marga Dharmacast. #bhakti #bhaktiyoga #anandamarga #Anandamurti […]

What is the goal of human life, what and where is our destination and how do we get there? These questions are explored using a discourse of Shrii Shrii Anandamurti as the starting point. This is another episode of the Ananda Marga Dharmacast series which can be found on all audio platforms and at https://www.dharmacast.com […]

The teaching of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu an Indian mystic who lived 1500 years ago has a surprising look at this topic. He said that by practicing humility, tolerance, serving the downtrodden and singing the name of God one can increase mental stamina. Dada Vedaprajinananda (Dada Veda) looks at this topic based on a discourse of Shrii […]

In history there have been unexpected developments, and new ideas introduced by exceptional people. Each one of us can be an exception to the norm and do something noble in our life. Dada Vedaprajinananda (Dada Veda) looks at this topic based on a discourse “The Great Exceptions” by Shrii Shrii Anandamurti (published in “Ananda Vacanamrtam […]

Satya is a Sanskrit word with no English equivalent, but it refers to the absolute truth of this universe and shows us the way to attain bliss. Dada Vedaprajinananda explores this topic based on a discourse of Shrii Shrii Anandamurti, the founder and guru of the Ananda Marga spiritual movement. Audio versions of this podcast […]

Love is the essential “ingredient”in all aspects of spiritual practice. Dada Vedaprajinananda explores a discourse by Shrii Shrii Anandamurti on this topic reading from Ananda Vacanamrtam, Part 2. You can find the original text in the Electronic Edition of the Works of Shrii P.R. Sarkar https://www.pathofbliss.com/Sys/Store… or in the single volume Ananda Vacanamrtam Part2. Audio […]

What is a proper pilgrimage place and should people fight over them? Dada Vedaprajinananda looks at this topic using a discourse of Shrii Shrii Anandamurti as a starting point The electronic edition of the Works of P.R. Sarkar (Anandamurti) is available for download here: https://www.pathofbliss.com/Sys/Store/Products/304072 The audio episodes of this podcast series are at https://www.dharmacast.com […]

Dada Vedaprajinananda goes over a widely misunderstood passage in the Bhagavad Giita using a discourse of Shrii Shrii Anandamurti. In this passage Krishna implores people to follow their true human nature rather than anything else. The electronic edition of the Works of P.R. Sarkar (Anandamurti) is available for download here: Dada Veda’s website is : […]

We look at the various approaches that yoga uses in the pursuit of becoming one with God. Bhakti (devotion) is the best path according to Shrii Shrii Anandamurti, and this podcast is based on his essay “Pleasing the Lord” which is part of his book “Ananda Vacanamrtam Part 1” The video versions of this podcast […]

What is the ultimate goal which we are searching for? Dada Vedaprajinananda looks at this question using Shrii Shrii Anandamurti’s discourse on this subject.

The Criteria of a Guru is what we are discussing today. What is the role of a real guru in spirituality? What qualifications must a guru have? We look at this based on a discourse of Shrii Shrii Anandamurti.

Dada Vedaprajinananda looks at the various stages that yogis, mystics and spiritual aspirants may experience on their way to oneness with the Supreme Being.  This talk is based on a discourse of Shrii Shrii Anandamurti in Ananda Vacanamrtam Part 23

This episode is based on a discourse by Shrii Shrii Anandamurti. We look at how a person can develop from trying to satisfy physical needs and psychic needs to the point of walking on the spiritual path.

Dada Veda looks at this question from the perspective of yoga meditation and mysticism. The video version of this episode is on YouTube

Should we pray to God to ask for something for ourselves or for others? Can we pray for the welfare of others? Dada Vedaprajinananda gives his opinion based on the teaching of Shrii Shrii Anandamurti.

Dada Vedaprajinananda points to the yogic code of conduct, the principles of yama and niyama, as a key component in creating an ideal society.