In this introductory talk, Ramananda outlines the ancient meditative tradition known as Shri Vidya.  He explains it’s historical context, connection to the Vedas, Agamas & Tantras, as well as outlines the various approaches to spiritual enlightenment that this lineage offers.

1. Introduction to Shri Vidya was originally published on Blooming Lotus Yoga.

In this dharma talk, Ramananda explains the intricacies of rebirth and clarifies the soul’s multi-life journey back to its source.  He explains how the soul transmigrates through the fourteen realms and connects this journey to the chakra system.

2. Reincarnation and the Preciousness of Human Life was originally published on Blooming Lotus Yoga.

In this dharma talk, Ramananda breaks down the 25 principles of the Samkhya philosophy of Kapila Maharshi.  He explains that Samkhya is the philosophical base of both yoga and Ayurveda, as well as links this creation theory to the mystical Shri Yantra diagram.

3. The Foundations of Samkhya Philosophy was originally published on Blooming Lotus Yoga.

In this dharma talk, Ramananda de-constructs the five stages of concentration that lead to meditation, as well as the eight meditative absorptions that lead to the experience of Nirvana.

4. Stages of Concentration and the Meditative Absorptions was originally published on Blooming Lotus Yoga.

In this Dharma talk, Ramananda explains the traditional approach to Vedanta and the importance of cultivating discernment, detachment, self-restraint and the intense longing for liberation.

5. Developing the Four Preliminaries to Self-Inquiry was originally published on Blooming Lotus Yoga.

In this dharma talk, Ramananda gives a commentary upon the twenty-two verses of the ancient Amritabindu Upanishad and outlines its path to Self-realization.

6. Glimpses into the Amritabindu Upanishad was originally published on Blooming Lotus Yoga.