Babaji's offering emphasizes on the importance of service as a means to spiritual growth and inner transformation and encourages cultivating a spirit of selflessness, love, and devotion in all aspects of life. The practice would encourage reflecting on the deeper purpose of service, and how it can help one to overcome selfish tendencies and cultivate a deeper connection to the divine. The practice would also encourage integrating the spirit of service into all aspects of life, not just in specific service-oriented activities. It focused on the idea that service is not just about helping others, but also about offering one's actions as a form of devotion to the divine
By engaging in a regular practice of selfless service, one can develop a greater capacity for empathy, compassion, and altruism, which are all essential components of overall wellbeing. The practice of Seva Bhava can also be seen as a form of devotional service, or Bhakti Yoga, which can help to deepen one's spiritual practice and cultivate a closer relationship with the divine.
The practice will help in approaching service with the right attitude, and make one reflect on the impact of the service on oneself and others.
Satyanarayana Dasa is a renowned scholar, teacher, and practitioner of Bhakti Yoga. His speciality lies in his ability to present the teachings of the Bhakti tradition in a clear, concise, and accessible manner. He has a deep understanding of the Vedic Scriptures, including the Bhagavad-Gita and the Bhagavata Purana, and has spent many years studying and practising the principles of Bhakti Yoga. He has harmonized various philosophical perspectives within the Bhakti tradition and has studied and taught the commentaries of the ancient Vaishnava teachers, as well as the writings of contemporary scholars, and has a unique ability to synthesize and present these perspectives in a way that is both comprehensive and practical. In addition to his scholarly work, Satyanarayana Dasa is also known for his humility, devotion, and compassion. He has a deep commitment to serving others, and his teachings emphasize the importance of cultivating a loving relationship with the divine, as well as with others in the world.
The Bhagavad Gita often referred to as the Gita, is a 700-verse Hindu scripture, which is part of the epic Mahabharata
Bhakti Yoga, as per the Bhagavad Gita, recognises that the path of devotion, brings emotional fulfilment, reduces stress, and cultivates inner peace through a deep connection with the divine.
Research paper: A comparative study of Bhakti yoga practices used to reduce anxiety and depression levels in patients
Journal: IJRAR 2018
Authors: Kirti Maurya, Govind Prasad Mishra, Paran Gowd
Abstract: The study found that practicing bhakti yoga, including A-U-M chanting, meditation, and devotional songs, significantly reduced anxiety and depression levels. The combination of these practices improved the patients' overall outlook and lifestyle.
Understand the essence of Bhakti Yoga as a path of service and love
Discover how Bhakti is not limited to spiritual realms but also applies to everyday life
Understand the role of meditation in the Bhakti practice, emphasizing the need to control the mind to experience true happiness
Engage in an interactive Q&A session ask questions, gain deeper insights, and clarify doubts about the course
Next step, we will send you the zoom link one day before the event.
