‘Manas Gyan Yagya’ Organized by Chinmaya Mission Lucknow at the International Buddhist Research Institute

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By Anil Jaiswal

Lucknow: Under the auspices of Chinmaya Mission Lucknow, a ‘Manas Gyan Yagya’ is currently being held at the International Buddhist Research Institute, Gomti Nagar. The spiritual event, which commenced on April 22, 2025, is seeing an enthusiastic participation from devotees and scholars alike, with daily sessions scheduled from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM until April 27.

In his profound discourse, Advaitananda Acharya from Chinmaya Mission Nasik Centre emphasized the importance of Panchanga Sadhana, outlining that one must engage in:

  • Remembrance of the Lord’s name,

  • Meditation on His form,

  • Listening to and following His virtues,

  • Reflecting on His divine pastimes,

  • And aspiring for His divine abode.

Highlighting the core essence of human life, Acharya said, “The sole and irreplaceable goal of human existence is to attain a state of bliss free from sorrow. However, ironically, despite seeking happiness, we often end up encountering sorrow instead. Vedanta teaches that true bliss, or ‘Ananda’, is achieved through the cessation of sorrow.”

He further explained that people often look for permanent happiness in a temporary world, pursuing various spiritual practices like Karma Yoga, Jnana Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Kundalini awakening, penance, and pranayama. However, not every seeker is suited for every path.

Quoting the scriptures, he elaborated on the supremacy of Bhakti (devotion) as an independent source of supreme happiness. Citing the Bhagavata Purana, he spoke of the nine forms of devotion described by Bhakta Prahlad — hearing, chanting, remembering, serving the Lord’s feet, worshipping, praying, servitude, friendship, and complete surrender.

Referring to Lord Rama’s advice to Shabari in the Ramcharitmanas, Acharya highlighted:

  • The first devotion is to seek the company of saints,

  • The second is a deep love for the Lord’s stories, and so on.

He noted how the repetition of God’s name (Naam Smaran) not only reminds one of the Lord but irresistibly draws the Lord towards the devotee. The Lord, known by countless names such as Giridhar, Govind, Muralidhar, Makhan Chor, Ranchoor, Kanha, and Chhaliya, remains unchanged at His core despite these different appellations.

Acharya also emphasized:

“Keep chanting the name of Ram day and night;
One day, surely, the merciful Lord will hear you.”

He described the four types of speech used during Naam Japa (chanting):

  • Vaikhari (spoken aloud),

  • Madhyama (softly murmured),

  • Pashyanti (contemplated in the mind),

  • Para (completely internalized in oneness with the Self).

Quoting Goswami Tulsidas, he concluded:

“Those devoid of all worldly desires, immersed in the nectar of Ram’s devotion,
Float like fish in the lake of pure love for His name.”

The Manas Gyan Yagya, through its daily discourses, aims to instill deep spiritual values and encourage Naam Smaran among attendees, guiding them towards a life filled with devotion and bliss.

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