Guru Purnima Celebrations at YSS Ashram Inspires Devotees with Meditation and Bhajans

Guru Purnima was celebrated at Yogoda Satsanga Society of India with meditation, bhajan singing, and speeches by Swami Shraddhananda Giri and Swami Shankarananda Giri. Founded by Paramahansa Yogananda, the event attracted devotees nationwide, concluding with a special meditation session emphasizing the guidance of a true guru.

Guru Purnima was celebrated with meditation and singing of Bhajans at the Yogoda Satsanga Society of India (YSS) ashram on Sunday.

The day commenced with a special online group meditation and a speech by Swami Shraddhananda Giri, which saw participation from devotees across the country.

Following this, attendees joined in singing Bhajans and performed Guru Puja. The evening saw a special three-hour-long meditation session, during which Swami Shankarananda Giri read extracts from a letter by Paramahansa Yogananda, underscoring the perpetual support and affection of a true guru for dedicated disciples.

Yogananda is renowned for authoring 'Autobiography of a Yogi', with a following that includes prominent figures like Steve Jobs, Ravi Shastri, and Rajnikanth. The YSS was established in 1917.

(With inputs from agencies.)