Next Level Soul Podcast | Philip Goldberg: "Yogananda's Final Tribute to India" | Next Level Soul #shorts @NextLevelSoul | Uploaded October 2024 | Updated October 2024, 3 hours ago.
Want to watch a FREE Masterclass to take your Mind, Body, & Spirit to the next level?
👉 nextlevelsoul.com/free
Welcome to the Next Level Soul Podcast with Alex Ferrari where we ask the big questions about life. Why are we here? Is this all there is? What is my soul’s mission? We attempt to answer those questions and more by bringing you raw and inspiring conversations with some of the most fascinating and thought provoking guests on the planet today. New episodes of Next Level Soul air every Friday anywhere you listen to podcasts. Let's take your SOUL to the next level.
All links to today's guest's books and official site - click below:
👉 nextlevelsoul.com/454
Watch the Full Episode
👉 youtu.be/6lzilw96ysc
--------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- ---------------
In the heart of our spiritual exploration, we often encounter figures whose lives illuminate the path for us all. On today's episode, we welcome Philip Goldberg, a scholar, teacher, and author whose work delves deeply into the life and teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. With a gentle touch, Goldberg paints a vivid portrait of Yogananda's journey from the banks of the Ganges to the bustling streets of Boston, bringing ancient wisdom to a new world.
Philip Goldberg shared that Yogananda's mission was not just a personal endeavor but a destiny foretold in his youth. His guru recognized the potential in the young Yogananda, preparing him for a monumental task: bringing Kriya Yoga to the West. Goldberg eloquently explains that Yogananda was destined to transform the spiritual landscape of America, a mission that required immense courage and unwavering dedication.
Yogananda's arrival in America in 1920 marked the beginning of a remarkable odyssey. As Goldberg recounts, the young swami arrived with little more than his spiritual fervor and the blessings of his lineage. Despite initial struggles, including cultural shock and racial prejudice, Yogananda's teachings began to resonate with a growing number of Americans. He moved from small gatherings in living rooms to filling symphony halls, his message of inner peace and universal love finding fertile ground in the West.
One of the most intriguing aspects of Yogananda's work, as highlighted by Goldberg, was his ability to bridge Eastern and Western spiritual traditions. Yogananda spoke extensively about Jesus Christ, presenting him as a figure akin to the great sages of India. This inclusive approach allowed many to reconnect with their spiritual roots, seeing Jesus through a new, esoteric lens. Goldberg notes that this was not merely a strategic move but a sincere reverence for all enlightened beings, fostering a deeper spiritual unity.
--------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- ---------------
🌟 Listen to the podcast:
Apple Podcasts ➡️ nextlevelsoul.com/apple
Spotify ➡️ nextlevelsoul.com/spotify
Google Podcasts ➡️ nextlevelsoul.com/google
Donate to Feed America
🙏 feedingamerica.org
#shortsfeed #shorts #shortsyoutube #short #shortvideo #shortsvideo #youtubeshorts
Want to watch a FREE Masterclass to take your Mind, Body, & Spirit to the next level?
👉 nextlevelsoul.com/free
Welcome to the Next Level Soul Podcast with Alex Ferrari where we ask the big questions about life. Why are we here? Is this all there is? What is my soul’s mission? We attempt to answer those questions and more by bringing you raw and inspiring conversations with some of the most fascinating and thought provoking guests on the planet today. New episodes of Next Level Soul air every Friday anywhere you listen to podcasts. Let's take your SOUL to the next level.
All links to today's guest's books and official site - click below:
👉 nextlevelsoul.com/454
Watch the Full Episode
👉 youtu.be/6lzilw96ysc
--------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- ---------------
In the heart of our spiritual exploration, we often encounter figures whose lives illuminate the path for us all. On today's episode, we welcome Philip Goldberg, a scholar, teacher, and author whose work delves deeply into the life and teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda. With a gentle touch, Goldberg paints a vivid portrait of Yogananda's journey from the banks of the Ganges to the bustling streets of Boston, bringing ancient wisdom to a new world.
Philip Goldberg shared that Yogananda's mission was not just a personal endeavor but a destiny foretold in his youth. His guru recognized the potential in the young Yogananda, preparing him for a monumental task: bringing Kriya Yoga to the West. Goldberg eloquently explains that Yogananda was destined to transform the spiritual landscape of America, a mission that required immense courage and unwavering dedication.
Yogananda's arrival in America in 1920 marked the beginning of a remarkable odyssey. As Goldberg recounts, the young swami arrived with little more than his spiritual fervor and the blessings of his lineage. Despite initial struggles, including cultural shock and racial prejudice, Yogananda's teachings began to resonate with a growing number of Americans. He moved from small gatherings in living rooms to filling symphony halls, his message of inner peace and universal love finding fertile ground in the West.
One of the most intriguing aspects of Yogananda's work, as highlighted by Goldberg, was his ability to bridge Eastern and Western spiritual traditions. Yogananda spoke extensively about Jesus Christ, presenting him as a figure akin to the great sages of India. This inclusive approach allowed many to reconnect with their spiritual roots, seeing Jesus through a new, esoteric lens. Goldberg notes that this was not merely a strategic move but a sincere reverence for all enlightened beings, fostering a deeper spiritual unity.
--------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- ---------------
🌟 Listen to the podcast:
Apple Podcasts ➡️ nextlevelsoul.com/apple
Spotify ➡️ nextlevelsoul.com/spotify
Google Podcasts ➡️ nextlevelsoul.com/google
Donate to Feed America
🙏 feedingamerica.org
#shortsfeed #shorts #shortsyoutube #short #shortvideo #shortsvideo #youtubeshorts