Rev. Alison Young
The Yoga of Jesus - Part 1
Welcome to our Online Temple
"There is no path to happiness,
happiness is the path.”Goswami Kriyananda
Goswami Kriyananda
1928-2015
Goswami Kriyananda
We invite you to join us on our spiritual journey along with our Founder, the late Goswami Kriyananda. Kriya Yoga is a series of techniques for living your life, so that you will be happy and content. The philosphy and principles of Kriya Yoga dovetail wonderfully with any religion.
Goswami Kriyananda was the Founder and Spiritual Preceptor of the Temple of Kriya Yoga. He taught the concepts codified by Patanjali in the late BCE period. Active in Chicago for more than 50 years, he was a prolific writer and speaker, not only at the Temple but in seminars and workshops in France and Italy in addition to many different engagements in the United States. His warmth, humor and wisdom live on.
Upcoming Events at the Temple
Temple of Kriya Seminary
Are you called to the life of service?
Are you called to the life of ministry as a swami (ordained yogic priest)?
Sunday Noon Meditation
Spiritual Healing
Swami Kripananda, Goswami was one of Kriyananda’s foremost disciples. In this noon meditation from February 1st, 1987 on Spiritual Healing, Kripanandaji discusses “preventive maintenance” methods to promote and maintain long lasting spiritual health at a deeper level of our being.
Guided Meditation for the Month
Trataka Meditation
This is an ancient method first given through the Hatha Yoga Pradipika.
Trataka in Sanskrit means “to gaze”. Doing so will help to empty the mind. Creating better focus. Reducing anxiety and tension. As well as helping our overall cognitive function.
Traditionally, a candle is used. Today we will utilize the roaring fireplace.
Important note. This practice is not advised for those prone to seizures, schizophrenia, or any serious eye disorder such as glaucoma.
Explore The Teachings
“The purpose of Yoga is to remove the root cause of pain and suffering.”
Goswami Kriyananda
What is Dharma?
Gowami Kriyananda answers a question from Swami Mahatarananda (Priscilla Potter)
What is the Purpose of a Guru?
The Wisdom of Sri Shellyji
The Guru of Goswami Kriyananda and a direct disciple of Paramahansa Yogananda
The Best Source of Symbolism is Astrology
Evanston, Illinois July 1985
“Your Earth Life is Your Spiritual Life.”
Goswami Kriyananda
Temple Training
Temple Bookstore
Attaining Profound Meditation
10-Part Guide to Deepening Your Meditation Practice
The Aura, The Astral and You-Seminar
Explores the nature of your aura and its relationship to the inner planes of consciousness in 5-audio MP3s
Methods and Madness of Mysticism
38-audio MP3s offering vital information and practical techniques for all levels of seekers
The Astral of Rebirth - KY Courses
Provides the practical spiritual tools needed to improve the experience of this lifetime and future lifetimes, 49-audio MP3s
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The Spiritual Science of Kriya Yoga
The most complete text available on the theory and practice of Kriya Yoga
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The Wisdom and Way of Astrology
A thorough overview of astrology; returns astrology to its rightful place as a mystical science
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The Laws of Karma
Focuses on the often misunderstood subject of karma, the universal law of cause and effect
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Beginner's Guide to Meditation
A clear and concise guide to the ancient art of meditation