Tuning in to the Guru: Lessons from Paramhansa Yogananda

In this episode of "A Way to Awakening" Swami Kriyananda reflects on the guru–disciple relationship, sharing teachings he received from his guru Paramhansa Yogananda: our soul’s equality with the great ones; the importance of being “in tune” and keeping the heart open (like holding a cup upright) so grace can pour in; listening more than talking; and having the attitude to learn from everything. He tells the parable-song of “Jim Brown,” where Jesus consoles a Black janitor barred from a church—underscoring that Divine love is without discrimination.

Swami Kriyananda (J. Donald Walters) became a direct disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda, author of "Autobiography of a Yogi", in 1948. At Yogananda’s request, he dedicated his life to teaching, writing, and sharing Kriya Yoga and spiritual principles worldwide. Over 65 years, Kriyananda authored 150 books, composed more than 400 musical works, and taught thousands, inspiring millions through his lectures, music, and practical teachings on meditation, community, and spiritual living. He is recognized as a pioneer of intentional spiritual communities, fulfilling Yogananda’s vision.

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