|| Maya || by Swami Sarvapriyananda

Swami Sarvapriyananda gives a discourse on the nature of Maya (Illusion or Ignorance). This lecture is part of a series of talks inspired by Swami Vivekananda's Jnana Yoga.

ABOUT VEDANTA
Vedanta is one of the world’s most ancient religious philosophies and one of its broadest. Based on the Vedas, the sacred scriptures of India, Vedanta affirms the oneness of existence, the divinity of the soul, and the harmony of religions.

ABOUT US
Vedanta Society of New York is affiliated with the Ramakrishna Order of India. In fact, this is the Order's first Center started by Swami Vivekananda, in 1894. It was a historic event, for the seed of the world-wide Ramakrishna Movement was sown here in New York over a century ago. Swami Sarvapriyananda is the present Resident Minister and Spiritual Leader of the Vedanta Society of New York.

[michaeldillon]

I have met many people who have studied philosophy at top universities but they know nothing about Vedanta . Hence they are still baffled by some questions that are easily answered by Vedanta . This eloquent swami is soaked in Vedanta but also is very well versed in western philosophy . What a living resource ! He has done the hard miles on our behalf . Thank you Swami . Thank you Bhagavan Sri Ramana Maharshi . Happy Easter to one and all ✝️🕉️🙏

[QuestingNeurons]

"What was hidden by Maya? You were hidden by Maya. Maya did not hide the truth from you. You are the truth. So the play of Maya was your own play."
This took my mind into complete silence for couple of minutes, which usually never happens. And when I rethink the last line again & again, it gives such a strange feeling I can't describe.
It was an outstanding talk by Swami ji. What a valuable asset he has provided through this lecture. Thank you so much 🙏

[stevenmccarthy]

Is there a better teacher out there? I cannot imagine a more captivating and highly informed speaker with a lovely sense of humour. Thank you so much for your selfless service!

[timochaturthapaivansalo]

Every speech I have heard by Swami Sarvapriyananda is like the most Precious Gem, Pure Eternal Nectar directly from the Source. Thank You Swamiji! 🌹🙏🌹🕉🌹🙏🌹

[vinayakprabhu]

Those, like me, who missed the illuminating talks by Swami Vivekananda, by being born late by a century, can now find solace in the talks of Swamy Sarvapriyananda. We are blessed indeed!!!

[frankfeldman]

I am so grateful for this man's existence. Stay healthy, Swami. We love you and need you.

[factswise-psychologicalfac]

We all are reaping the fruits of his labour...thank you swamiji 🙏🙏

[stevebarnard]

Wow! What a golden vessel of Realization! My mind is overwhelmed and humbled at his depth of understanding. Such a gift to us all.

[Kobe]

Now here's a first - he's convinced me that holiness, sanctity - is also funny! Its the one quality I'd never associated with that level of serious confrontation with reality. Just brilliant! Thank you India for preserving the wisdom, beauty and strength of these insights! Yours is a world heritage culture indeed!

[SP-iuyc]

I Thank to rishis who wrote veda. I Thank to Hindu encients who practiced so long. I Thank to Ramakrishna who taught to Vivekananda. I Thank to Vivekananda for seting up the Vedantha society. I thank to the swamiji for interpring the same. I thank to YouTube for make me watch this. Thanks for all souls who made feel this I (aham) thank full and greatfull.

[Skygoers]

The ancient Indian sages ( Rishis) encountered these truths in the depth of their samadhis and passed it down to posterity in the form of the vedas, Upanishads and Vedantic teachings. Buddhism is an integral part of this dharmic civilization.

[jamesduggan]

Namaskar everyone! I'm no scholar but I've been around for nigh on 75 yrs, ( this time ) and I cannot think of having listened to a more profound, enlightening talk than this one, ever. Thanks Swami ji. Namaskar

[suparnaguha]

Swamiji has an excellent memory, quoting from so many great men and their books. One of the best read men in this present times and an exceptional teacher....Maya gets a good dissection in his class room 😆😅 thank you so much Swamiji.🙏..it is a treat listening to you ...

[stevenhines]

I love that the Swami has the solid understanding of hundreds of years of philosophical thought and has cultivated an escape from the worldly mirage and then takes his time to hang out and give lectures and teach the rationale. He could just as easily meditate all day. But then again, probably not. He seems to very clearly understand what he is called to do in this manifestation and that is incredibly wonderful.

[anayjoshioo]

Whenever Swamiji says "This is Maya". ... My inner soul : Smiles.
Finest punchline in the whole Universe!

[michaelgalose]

Swami Sarvapriyananda is such an amazing Vedic scholar and philosopher ; and also an amazing teacher ! Swami-ji really knows his stuff ! I love listening to him . We are very fortunate to have his classes on you tube .

[writetosaji]

Hearing Swamiji for 10mins.. He will make you busy for the next 6 months by referring to all these external philosophers and their books... I wanna read all!

[rkhanna]

The Sutras and the Vedas are the Ultimate treasures of wisdom, thanks to the Hindu (Sanatana Dharma) seers and sages. We need Sanatana Dharma to be realised in the world today more than ever to bring peace and love for all life . Om tat sat

[webdesignwithseo]

I love this guy. I have done inner engineering with Sadhguru. But still I have so many questions which he answered.

[jameskuttyjoseph]

Swamigy, every talk of yours, Vedanta, is taking so many people to enlightenment..
So am I..