Satsang On Bhakti Yoga & Jnana

Satsang Program in Arsha Yoga Dham, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India

Satsang is part of our life. Being with like minded people, helps one to find more space in his/her life, therefore feeling that one is not limited by physical body or mind, but has a greater possibility in one’s self.SAT means truth, SANG means togetherness. If people sit together, feel the energy which makes one feel connected to one’s self and to the Universe, is the best thing happening to that person.Kirtans, bhajans and spiritual talks are part of Satsang.Going through the words of great masters like Socrates, Jesus Christ, Rumi, Rama Khrisna Paramahansa and Narayana Guru and so many more other masters, helps one to unite with one’s self.
Satsang is a Sanskrit term that means "gathering together for the truth" or "association with the wise." It is a traditional practice in Hindu, Sikh, and other spiritual traditions, where individuals come together to engage in spiritual discourse, meditation, chanting, and prayer.Satsang can offer a safe and supportive space for individuals to explore and process their emotions, and to receive guidance and support from others on their spiritual journey.
Satsang can provide an opportunity for spiritual seekers to learn from the wisdom of experienced teachers or gurus, and to deepen their understanding of spiritual principles and practices.Satsang can help individuals develop greater self-awareness and self-reflection, as they engage in spiritual practices and explore their inner landscape.

Satsang On Bhakti Yoga:

Satsang on Bhakti Yoga is a gathering of individuals who come together to explore and deepen their understanding of the devotional aspect of yoga. Bhakti yoga is the path of devotion, love, and surrender to a higher power or divine consciousness.During a satsang on Bhakti Yoga, participants may engage in various practices that cultivate devotion, such as chanting mantras, singing kirtan (devotional songs), offering prayers and worship, and studying texts that focus on the practice of Bhakti Yoga, such as the Bhagavad Gita or the works of devotional poets like Mirabai or Kabir.The benefits of attending a satsang on Bhakti Yoga can be similar to those of attending any satsang, but with a specific focus on cultivating devotion and surrender. This can include:1. Deepening one's connection with the divine and experiencing a sense of spiritual upliftment and connection. 2. Cultivating a sense of love, devotion, and surrender to a higher power, which can lead to greater inner peace and contentment. 3. Developing a sense of community with like-minded individuals who share similar spiritual goals and values. 4. Gaining a deeper understanding of the philosophy and practice of Bhakti Yoga, which can help one to integrate devotional practices into daily life.

Satsang On Jnana Yoga:

Satsang on Jnana Yoga can be a valuable part of one's spiritual journey, helping to deepen knowledge, cultivate self-awareness, and work towards self-realization.Jnana Yoga is the path of knowledge and wisdom. Satsang on Jnana Yoga can provide an opportunity for individuals to deepen their understanding of spiritual teachings, philosophy, and wisdom traditions. This can lead to greater clarity and insight on the nature of the self and the universe.

There are different types of satsangs on Bhakti Yoga, including: 1. Kirtan: Kirtan is a devotional chanting practice in which participants chant mantras, songs, and prayers to the accompaniment of instruments such as harmoniums, drums, and cymbals. Kirtan satsangs on Bhakti Yoga focus on cultivating love and devotion towards the divine through music and song. 2. Sankirtan: Sankirtan is a group singing and dancing practice that involves chanting the names of God and engaging in devotional activities. It is believed to purify the heart and mind and promote a deep sense of devotion and connection to the divine. 3. Bhajan: Bhajans are devotional songs and hymns that are sung in praise of the divine. Bhajan satsangs on Bhakti Yoga focus on cultivating love and devotion towards the divine through music and song. 4. Satsang with a Guru: Satsangs with a guru are opportunities to listen to the teachings of an enlightened teacher and receive guidance on one's spiritual path. These satsangs on Bhakti Yoga may involve the chanting of mantras, devotional songs, and prayers, as well as discussions on spiritual topics.

Experience of Our Student On Satsang Program:

Join us in SATSANG: A way to find peace, clarity & calmness at this time in the suffering of the World….At this time I feel we truly need this added support in our lives.Dear friends near and far….I would like to tell you a story…One of the true essence which has given me much comfort and at times been turning points in my life, have been when I’ve attended a satsang…Which I have sat in many with various teachers, Swami, and guides whilst being in India.
One of the reasons I like to visit India is to take part in such gatherings…Some time tears have rolled as soon as I enter the silence of the room, sometimes my heart has burst open with love and joy, or times I’ve felt deeper compassion to myself and other beings, other moments I’ve experienced the suffering the mind places upon us, awareness of the duality of it all.In a satsang we usually chant and sing devotional songs and mantras which up-lift the soul.As some of you know….I only managed to take 2.5 weeks of my trip in India in March, I had much plans for my time away…Anyhow, the story is the story…Still in that time and decision making of returning to the U.K, I was in touch with my yogi friends whom offered me guidance and support and still offer support at this time….If it’s by physical practices or by deeper retrospection of weekly satsang, which I’m heartily very grateful for, and brings to me much calmness….I feel it’s good to seek the support of our teachers and guides in these troubling times.I have been speaking to my dear friend Swami Atma, whom I’m in weekly contact with and whom currently runs his weekly satsang on a Sunday India time 4pm….I’ve asked to him if he would kindly join with me in a zoom meeting, so as we can introduce to you satsang, as we join together in peace & prayer.Please leave me a name or a yes if interested, You can be anywhere around the World and we’ll arrange a suitable time – I am thinking on a Monday a.m around 6.30 – 6.45 a.m U.K time before the start of my Monday yoga class. It may just be once in a while, but we’d like at least to start something off.
Here Swami Atma has kindly given the explanation of what is a satsang."Satsang is getting together of the like minded people to feel that we are all connected, we all belong to the same existence. The satsang helps one to be centered, to be away from the feeling that ” I am lonely ” but on the other hand we feel we are connected to something which we never knew…..that gives us the feeling that we are Nourished both at the physical and the mental level. We can feel that the whole existence is part of oneself and are part of the greater freedom within."

About Meditation By Swami Atma Ji:

Meditation (sanskrit ‘Dhyana”) can be described as “to experience totality of oneself”. As swami Atma ji says in one of his wisdom talk “meditation is the way to inner tranquility and the path to discover the source of your real “Self”. Any mind fluctuation will dissolve to total stillness and soundness for those who learn how to meditate and control the breath. The way you talk, manage everyday things, look at your problems will also change. Meditation practitioners can notice positive effects even if they meditate only 20 minute per day. Here is some benefits of meditation: helps you stay focus and think clear, improves your ability to work under the stress, brings natural calmness and stillness, enhance self-awareness, busts your creativity, lessens worry and impulsivity, improves emotional intelligence etc.Many our students have managed to find the inner strength to deal with their problems and learnt how not to be effected by life situations after a series of meditation classes with Swami ji.Swami Atma ji giving his students guided meditation classes using variety of techniques like mindful breathing, sound awareness, body scan etc.

Music Therapy Also a Part Of Satsang:

Music is part of our life. There are subtle sounds which can be healing. Today, scientists are working on sounds which can heal many diseases. Most of the people are in great depression, because of the high expectation of the society. So they feel totally isolated and insecure. But, by listening to the gentle sounds, there can be a great possibility for one to understand that certain frequencies of sound match with the inner frequency of that person. When the both frequencies synchronies, there is a healing at the deeper level of the inner system. Various kinds of instruments can be used for healing, like sitar and veena, flute, singing bowls and bells.