Sivananda Satsang

Satsang means being together with the Truth, or sometimes translated as “association with the wise”. From newcomers to experienced yogis, people of all types practice together. Everyone is welcome.

The satsang consists of…

• Group Meditation: The meditation begins with simple instructions to help guide you into the silent practice. It typically lasts for about a half an hour. Meditating together in a group creates a strong spiritual atmosphere which allows a deeper experience of meditation. No prior experience is required.
• Kirtan (Devotional Chanting): Kirtan is done in a call and response format. Most of the chants are in Sanskrit with the exception of a few English devotional songs and hymns. Chant books will be provided so that it is easy to follow along and participate. Chanting in a group uplifts the spirit and vibration within the self and in the room, tuning the group to a positive frequency.
• Talk on the Philosophy of Yoga and Vedanta: The leader of the satsang will give a discourse on yoga philosophy. Sometimes we will read from a book and give commentary, or sometimes the talk is just on the topic of the day. There will be time for asking questions and participating in the discussion.
• Final Prayers and Arati: At the end of the satsang, we recite the Maha Mrtyanjaya Mantra and Peace Chants, as well as Swami Sivananda’s Universal Prayer. Then we conclude with a light ceremony called arati, which is an offering and receiving of the Divine Light. Finally, prasad, a sweet food that is blessed and offered, is shared with all participants.

Donations of flowers to put on the altar are always welcome.