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SUMMARY:Guru Purnima Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Honouring our Teachers: Spiritual and Secular\nVedanta Hall open from 10.30 am. Event commences at 11 am.  \nAlso available via Zoom from 11 am: ZOOM (Link) \nAlso recorded and uploaded later to: Vedanta Society of NSW YouTube Channel \nProgram: \nProgram:\n\nPowerPoint Presentation – Images from Vedanta Archives: 2001 – 2011\nTalk by Pravrajika Gayatriprana\nOpen Forum for Members & Friends\n\nConcludes with Lunch
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/guru-purnima-celebration/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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SUMMARY:Yoga Class
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \n  \nAll are welcome to attend the weekly Yoga Class conducted in Vedanta Hall by Mrs Hiroko Yanamoto-Symonds. \nSince 1991 Hiroko has been studying and practising Yoga. Having completed Yoga Teacher training courses in Sydney and later in India\, she has been teaching Yoga since 2000. \nThe class is open to men and women of all ages and abilities. Class includes relaxation\, breathing and meditation exercises. NOTE: This is an established class with at least 5 people attending. \nATTEND FIRST CLASS FREE Class fees (Cash Only): \n5 class pass – $80 ($16 per class)10 Class pass – $150 ($15 per class)Casual Class – $20. (Casual Class Special price for Vedanta Society and Vedanta Centre Members – $15) \n(Note: No classes during School Holidays)
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/yoga-class-8/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260809T103000
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SUMMARY:Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna - Monthly Talk
DESCRIPTION:Talk from 11 am  (10.30 am: Vedanta Hall open for Meditation) \nTalk by Pravrajika Sridharaprana\nIntroduction by Pravrajika Nityatmaprana\n& Guided Meditation by Pravrajika Ajayaprana\nNOTE: No Zoom Session Available for this Talk\nIn this Talk:\nChapter 44\nThe Master on Himself and His Experiences\nSeptember 2\, 1885\n  \nMaster’s renunciation \n“Well\, what do you think of this? When I touch a coin my hand gets twisted; my breathing stops. Further\, if tie a knot in the comer of my cloth\, I cannot breathe. My breathing stops until the knot is untied.” \nThe Master asked a devotee to bring a rupee. When Sri Ramakrishna held it in his hand\, the hand began to writhe with pain. The Master’s breathing also stopped. After the coin had been taken away\, he breathed deeply three times and his hand relaxed. The doctor became speechless with wonder to see this strange phenomenon. \nThe doctor said to M.\, “Action on the nerves.” \nMASTER (to the doctor): “I get into another state of mind. It is impossible for me to lay up anything. One day I visited Sambhu Mallick’s garden house. At that time I had been suffering badly from stomach trouble. Sambhu said to me: Take a grain of opium now and then. It will help you.’ He tied a little opium in a corner of my cloth. As I was returning to the Kāli temple\, I began to Vander about near the gate as if unable to find the way. Then I threw the opium away and at once regained my normal state. I returned to the temple garden. \n“One day at Kamarpukur I picked some mangoes. I was carrying them home. But I could not walk; I had to stay standing in one place. Then I left the mangoes in a hollow. Only after that could I return home. Well\, how do you explain that?” \nDOCTOR: “There is a force behind it. Will-force.” \nM: “He [meaning the Master] says that it is God-force. You say that it is will-force.” \nMASTER (to the doctor): “Again\, I get into such a state of mind that if someone says I am better\, I at once feel much better. The other day the brahmani said: ‘You are fifty per cent better.’ At once I began to dance.” \nSri Ramakrishna was much pleased with the physician. He said to him: “You have a very fine nature. There are two characteristics of knowledge: a peaceful nature and absence of pride.” \nM:. “The doctor has lost his wife.” \nMASTER (to the doctor): “I say that God can be realized if one feels drawn to Him by the intensity of these three attractions: the child’s attraction for the mother\, the husband’s attraction for the chaste wife\, and the attraction of worldly possessions for the worldly man. “Please cure me of my illness.” \nThe doctor was going to examine the Master’s throat Sri Ramakrishna was seated in a chair on the semicircular porch. Referring to Dr. Sarkar\, the Master said: “He is a villain. He pressed my tongue as if I were a cow.” \nDOCTOR: “He didn’t hurt you purposely.” \nMASTER: “No\, he pressed the tongue to make a thorough examination.” \nFrom Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna \n  \nThe Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna:  \nThe conversations between Sri Ramakrishna\, the 19th-century mystic and promoter of interfaith understanding\, and the brilliant\, questioning minds of Calcutta. In Sri Ramakrishna\, they came face-to-face with a type of Spirituality and mystical states they had only read about. Translated from Bengali by Swami Nikhilananda with the literary help of Margaret Woodrow Wilson\, daughter of President Woodrow Wilson and Joseph Campbell\, foreword by Aldous Huxley.
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/gospel-of-sri-ramakrishna-monthly-talk/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260813T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260813T111500
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SUMMARY:Yoga Class
DESCRIPTION:  \n     \n  \n  \nAll are welcome to attend the weekly Yoga Class conducted in Vedanta Hall by Mrs Hiroko Yanamoto-Symonds. Since 1991 Hiroko has been studying and practising Yoga. Having completed Yoga Teacher training courses in Sydney and later in India\, she has been teaching Yoga since 2000. The class is open to men and women of all ages and abilities. Class includes relaxation\, breathing and meditation exercises. NOTE: This is an established class with at least 5 people attending. ATTEND FIRST CLASS FREE Class fees (Cash Only): \n\n5 class pass – $80 ($16 per class)\n10 Class pass – $150 ($15 per class)\nCasual Class – $20. (Casual Class Special price for Vedanta Society and Vedanta Centre Members – $15)\n\n(Note: No classes during School Holidays)
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/yoga-class-4/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260816T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260816T123000
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SUMMARY:Sunday Talk: Understanding Truth
DESCRIPTION:Talk from 11 am  (10.30 am: Vedanta Hall open for Meditation) \nTalk by Pravrajika Gayatriprana\n& Guided Meditation \nNO ZOOM SESSION AVAILABLE FOR THIS TALK\n \nIn this Talk:\nTRUTH is defined as ‘that which is unaffected by time\, place\, and causation.’ In this definition\, truth stands for God\, the Absolute\, or the ultimate Reality behind the universe. \nThe Vedas describe Absolute Reality\, or Brahman\, as Truth\, Knowledge\, Infinitude\, Auspiciousness\, and Beauty. We can extend this definition of Truth and say that anything that helps one’s progress towards God is Truth. \nIn his book\, ‘The Perennial Philosophy’\, Aldous Huxley says that in religious literature we use the word ‘Truth’ in at least three different ways. As ‘fact’ when we say ‘God is Truth’\, when we say ‘Worship God in spirit and in truth’\, and when we say ‘He or she spoke the truth.’ \nLearn more in the talk this Sunday.
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/sunday-talk-preparation-for-meditation/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260820T100000
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SUMMARY:Yoga Class
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nAll are welcome to attend the weekly Yoga Class conducted in Vedanta Hall by Mrs Hiroko Yanamoto-Symonds. \nSince 1991 Hiroko has been studying and practising Yoga. Having completed Yoga Teacher training courses in Sydney and later in India\, she has been teaching Yoga since 2000. \nThe class is open to men and women of all ages and abilities. Class includes relaxation\, breathing and meditation exercises. NOTE: This is an established class with at least 5 people attending. \nATTEND FIRST CLASS FREE Class fees (Cash Only): \n\n5 class pass – $80 ($16 per class)\n10 Class pass – $150 ($15 per class)\nCasual Class – $20. (Casual Class Special price for Vedanta Society and Vedanta Centre Members – $15)\n\n(Note: No classes during School Holidays)
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/yoga-class-9/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260828T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260828T204500
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SUMMARY:Bhagavad Gita Class/ Discussion
DESCRIPTION:From 7 pm at Vedanta Hall for Meditation\nOR From 7.30 pm join via    ZOOM (Link)\n\nGroup discussion led by Pravrajika Sridharaprana\, a senior nun of Sri Sarada Math of the Ramakrishna Order. \nStudy of Chapter 16: The Classsification of the Divine & Non-Divine Attributes:Verses 23 – 24\nDiscussion Themes:  \n\n\nTHERE IS a science to everything\, even to tying your shoelaces\, and in the ‘higher dimensions of life\, a spiritual science is to be followed.’ The scriptures provide the guide and methods to smoothly proceed on the path to perfection. \n\n\nSCRIPTURES are of two types. The higher type are based on eternal\, divine truths revealed to the saints and mystics. The lower scriptures are ‘human-composed’ ones\, relating more to societal rules and standards\, but are – and should – be subject to change\, to adapt to an ever-changing world. \n\n\nCAN THERE BE such a thing as ‘Spiritual Democracy’? If a society is stable\, governed well\, politically\, socially and economically healthy\, then people have the opportunity to pursue higher ideals\, to expand their outlook\, to foster ‘mutuality and interdependence’\, and to grow spiritually. A utopic view\, no doubt\, but humanity at its best can reach it. \n\n\nLearn more in the Discussion \nBhagavad Gita: \nWe’re exploring a spiritual classic that’s enriched cultures throughout Asia over the centuries and inspired leading figures in modern times from Mohandas Gandhi\, Albert Einstein\, Carl Jung\, and Aldous Huxley to astronaut Sunita Williams who took a copy of the Bhagavad Gita to the international space station. \nWe’re dipping into Swami Ranganathananda’s 3 volume commentary: Universal Message of the Bhagavad Gita. The late President of the Ramakrishna Order\, the Swami was a world thinker and cultural ambassador for India\, sponsored by the Government to travel to over 50 countries around the world giving lectures.
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/bhagavad-gita-class-discussion-2/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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SUMMARY:Spiritual Evening: The Science of Happiness
DESCRIPTION:From 7 pm at Vedanta Hall for MeditationOR From 7.30 pm join via  ZOOM (Link)\nGroup discussion led by Pravrajika Sridharaprana\, a senior nun of Sri Sarada Math of the Ramakrishna Order. \nDiscussion Themes:\nSo many factors contribute to our happiness and general state of mind but given the fickleness of the external world\, inner happiness is our only reliable source for a steady path through life. Learn more in the regular discussions: \n\nCULTURING AWARENESS: In Cultured Awareness\, we are less identified with objects\, thoughts and emotions\, leading to an uncluttered mind not weighed down or drained by unnecessary thoughts. We’ll have more energy for ourselves and others.\nVEDANTA’S THREEFOLD METHOD FOR SELF-KNOWLEDGE: By (i) nurturing positive\, strengthening thoughts; (ii) by reinforcing them through steady vigilance – chasing away the negative ones – we’ll (iii) cultivate the right mental state to intuit reality through deeper meditation.\nMIND TURNED INWARD: If we practice meditation regularly and sincerely\, we will find we’re increasingly in charge of our minds. Our powers of attention focused.  Through Yoga\, our very thought processes can be made objective and studied. \n\nTeachings \nJoin the Discussion \nDrawing on the book: Science of Happiness –According to Yoga Vedanta by Pravrajika Divyanandaprana: a compilation of her talks given to students at the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology in New Delhi in 2018 \nPravrajika Divyananandaprana is a nun of Sri Sarada Math of the Ramakrishna Order. Thousands view her talks on YouTube. \nOur discussions tap into the wisdom of major world faiths and thinkers relating them to our daily life. You’re welcome to share your insights\, experiences\, and doubts with the group. \nFor more details about us and our activities visit: Vedanta Society of NSW Website: Website
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/spiritual-evening-4/
LOCATION:Vedanta Hall\, 15 LIVERPOOL ROAD\, CROYDON\, NSW\, 2132\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260906T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260906T210000
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SUMMARY:Bhagavad Gita Class via Microsoft Teams
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Class conducted by Pravrajika Gayatriprana senior nun of Sri Sarada Math of the Ramakrishna Order\, live via Microsoft Teams.\nLink for Class:  Microsoft Teams \n\nBhagavad Gita: Join our exploration of a spiritual classic that’s enriched cultures throughout Asia over the centuries and inspired leading figures in modern times from Mohandas Gandhi\, Albert Einstein\, Carl Jung\, and Aldous Huxley to astronaut Sunita Williams who took a copy of the Bhagavad Gita to the international space station.
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/bhagavad-gita-class-via-zoom/
LOCATION:New South Wales
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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SUMMARY:Universal Heart - Play\, Song\, Music\, & Dance
DESCRIPTION:IN CELEBRATION of the Birth Centenary of Revered Pravrajika Ajayaprana Mataji\, we have hired the Zenith Theatre in Chatswood for a very special program of live music\, dance and a play. \nThe play\, ‘Universal Heart’\, highlights how Holy Mother\, Sri Sarada Devi\, a simple village woman\, inspired three powerful Western Women and others – followers of Swami Vivekananda – to expand the educational and occupational opportunities for women in India\, also culminating in the formation of the Sri Sarada Math Order of Nuns\, the first Order of its type entirely run by women. Rev. Ajayaprana established the Order’s first foreign Centre in Sydney in 1982. \nIt’s a play whose messages resonate in today’s society\, addressing the universal and timeless issues of seeking balance and fulfilment in our lives. \nPlease join us for this special early evening event\, which includes light dinner packets. \nAs the Theatre only has 251 seats\, we encourage you to BOOK EARLY. Networking to sell tickets among our members and friends have already begun. \nPLEASE NOTE: Ticket Sales open now: \nhttps://www.trybooking.com/DONKP \nor via QR Code: \n \n  \n 
URL:https://saradavedanta.org/event/universal-heart-play-song-music-dance/
LOCATION:Zenith Theatre Chatswood\, McIntosh and Railway St\, Chatswood\, New South Wales\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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