Paramahamsa Prajnanananda

Master of Kriya Yoga.

This revered spiritual teacher is known for his emphasis on the practical application of spiritual principles and his dedication to the path of self-realization. His teachings often focus on integrating ancient spiritual wisdom with contemporary practices, making profound spiritual concepts accessible and relevant to modern seekers. Through his guidance, many have explored deeper dimensions of their own consciousness and achieved greater clarity and fulfillment in their spiritual journey. His approach is marked by a commitment to personal growth and a deep understanding of the transformative power of spiritual practices, inspiring individuals to pursue a path of inner harmony and self-discovery.

Paramahamsa Prajnanananda Quotes about Suffering

If a wound exists and we repeatedly scratch it, the wound will become larger, as will our suffering.
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We live in a body that is like a house we can live in during one life. Some love the body and become attached to it. Some consider the body everything, and some even think “I am the body.” Some people may not like or love their body. Undoubtedly, we may wonder why so many people dislike their bodies since they chose them. Their suffering is the result of their own ignorance. Indeed, all suffering is due to ignorance. “I do not like this body; I want to change it. I do not look nice; I am ugly.”
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After realization, whether a jnani takes another body is up to them, because he or she has no remaining karma. First, seekers must decide whether they want realization. Then they must ask themselves why they want to be realized. Realization means to be free. Free from what? Free from all suffering: duhkha nivritti. If someone is free from all suffering, what happens? Eternal bliss. If the goal is to achieve eternal bliss by being free from suffering, whether a realized one returns or not, if they are in a state of bliss, does it matter if they stay or leave?
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How long do we wish to continue this drama, this play of karma, this play of emotion, anger, jealousy, fear, frustration, and worry? We choose whether we want to continue the drama a little longer. Gurudev liked to use the expression, “The world is the play of kiss and kick.” This world is full of suffering, but little pleasure. A little sweetness, lots of sourness. Gurudev used to call it a “sugar-coated bitter tablet.”
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