Sat July 12th, 2014 7:30pm Washington Square Park, NYC
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The night of the Great Full Moon, the Gurupūrṇimā !!!
SALUTATION:
Namo mahāprabho namo mahāyoginte Oṃ
Salutation to you, the great Lord, the great saint; salutation to you, Mahayogi, Om.
(Gurupūrṇimā continues to the next Echo from The Cave…)
Fri July 11th, 2014 7:00pm Washington Square Park, NYC
MOTIVE TO ACT:
The rare and precious existence of my Master inspires me to rise and take action. The Truth is for everyone so how can I keep such a gift all for myself? Undoubtedly there are many who thirst for it, just like me. With conviction and passion my aim is to bring the teachings of Yoga to bear on each moment of my life and embody their essence more and more, so that I may be an instrument of the Truth. Only by continuously seeking the Truth within myself will I be able to find my brothers and sisters. -Sadhya
Sun July 6th, 2014 4:20pm Washington Square Park, NYC
EPIGRAM:
Thu July 3rd 2014 8:00pm The Cave NYC
Suddenly,
dark thunderclouds covered the sky,
bracing for imminent downpour.
Śiva, Śiva, Śiva.
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POEM:
THE DANCE OF ŚiIVA
Lo, the God is dancing
—Śiva the all-destroyer and Lord of creation,
The Master of Yoga and the wielder of Pinaka.*
His flaming locks have filled the sky,
Seven worlds play the rhythm
As the trembling earth sways almost to dissolution,
Lo, the Great God Śiva is dancing.
* Pinaka=Trident
-Swami Vivekananda
The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda Vol. 8
Sun June 29th, 2014 4:20pm Washington Square Park, NYC
With the Pride March one block away, the park was festive and dressed in all colors of the rainbow reflecting the enthusiasm of the Parade goers.
MOTIVE TO ACT:
A challenge to see if I’m capable to simply practice Yoga without any unnecessary motives in the midst of Intense distractions. I want to prove it’s possible to attain Yoga even in this age of material worship and spiritual decline. -Nandiswara
Sat June 28th, 2014 6:40pm Washington Square Park, NYC
There was an air of suspense and excitement as people waited to welcome the hundreds of cyclists who were making their way down 6th ave to the fountain at Washington Square Park, in celebration of Pride week.
When these children left, in their place was an offering of flower…
Mon June 23rd, 2014 4:52am The Cave NYC
Time slips by unnoticed
Suddenly I gaze up
My Dearest Beloved
Sun June 22nd, 2014 4:40pm Central Park, NYC
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SALUTATION:
Jai Satguru Shri Mahayogi Paramahansa Ki Jai!!!
Sat June 21st, 2014 4:40pm Union Square Park, NYC
WITNESS:
In the glaring sunlight and heat, amongst the loud bustle of a music concert crowd at Union Square, the two disciples went beyond the duality of scorching heat and noise to create an atmosphere of silent stillness. –Yasoda
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On the way…
Sun June 15th, 2014 4:40pm Washington Square Park, NYC
EXPERIENCE:
When I choose to fight rather than escape from challenges, something changes within. My capacity expanded and the mind became more focused. Agitations provide opportunity both in life and during Asana practices to meet the battle of the mind. Being a controlled environment, Asanas are perfect for the mind to learn not to habitually follow the ever changing mental states. The world becomes different as the result. -Nandiswara
Clouds, are you joining us, writing brush strokes in the sky?