A complete U turn in the fast paced materialistic race of life – outbreak of Covid-19! Human life came to a complete standstill. Everyone locked inside their homes, everyday news of increasing death toll all around the world. People scared of their very own friends and relatives. But amidst these dark clouds of fear, anxiety and restlessness, there was an unforgettable lifetime experience – Regular Free Online Yoga classes. A source of love and light for everyone around irrespective of religion, gender, age or any other materialistic backgrounds.

                  Although I have been attending these Yoga and meditation classes for nearly eleven years, but this one was a completely different experience for me. May be I was more regular like never before. Everyday dose of Yoga with meditation, followed by spiritual discourse helped me not only be more active and fit during those tough times, but also infused me and my family with a lot of positivity. During these classes, through various stories( Shabri and Rabia Basri) from different religions, we learnt the same thing-God reciprocates if we love Him with true heart and devotion. Our teacher also emphasized the importance of meditation in Brahma mahurat (3 am to 6 am) and the complete surrender to His Divine will. She reiterated every lesson about forgiving those who have hurt you and to seek forgiveness if you have hurt someone. She further guided us that although it’s not easy, but if we meditate regularly and seek His help, He will certainly help us, as declared by Shri Krishna Himself in Bhagwat Geeta:

« sarvasya chāhaṁ hṛidi sanniviṣhṭo
mattaḥ smṛitir jñānam apohanaṁ cha
vedaiśh cha sarvair aham eva vedyo
vedānta-kṛid veda-vid eva chāham »

Translations : I am seated in the hearts of all living beings, and from Me come memory, knowledge, as well as forgetfulness. I alone am to be known by all the Vedas, am the author of the Vedānt, and the knower of the meaning of the Vedas.

We also learnt about the importance of charity and how it should be done. As explained by her in simple words that even your left hand shouldn’t know if your right hand is doing some charity. Isn’t it what is  written in Holy Bible too. All our different religions have professed highly about the importance of charity in their scriptures. ‘Vand Ke Chako – To share the fruits of one’s labour with others before considering oneself.’ is one of the key teachings of Guru Nanak Dev ji. Every class reflects upon the teachings from different religions and binds us together with the love of humanity. Little children and young teenagers gets a strong character building platform for the new generation.

Teachings of Shrimad Bhagwat Geeta, Holy Quran, Holy Bible and Guru Granth Sahib all under one roof- our Yoga class. I am truly blessed to be part of this lovely class (our pyara pariwar) and grateful to my teacher for enlightening us on this path of spiritual journey.

Shalini

A complete U turn in the fast paced materialistic race of life – outbreak of Covid-19! Human life came to a complete standstill. Everyone locked inside their homes, everyday news of increasing death toll all around the world. People scared of their very own friends and relatives. But amidst these dark clouds of fear, anxiety and restlessness, there was an unforgettable lifetime experience – Regular Free Online Yoga classes. A source of love and light for everyone around irrespective of religion, gender, age or any other materialistic backgrounds.

                  Although I have been attending these Yoga and meditation classes for nearly eleven years, but this one was a completely different experience for me. May be I was more regular like never before. Everyday dose of Yoga with meditation, followed by spiritual discourse helped me not only be more active and fit during those tough times, but also infused me and my family with a lot of positivity. During these classes, through various stories( Shabri and Rabia Basri) from different religions, we learnt the same thing-God reciprocates if we love Him with true heart and devotion. Our teacher also emphasized the importance of meditation in Brahma mahurat (3 am to 6 am) and the complete surrender to His Divine will. She reiterated every lesson about forgiving those who have hurt you and to seek forgiveness if you have hurt someone. She further guided us that although it’s not easy, but if we meditate regularly and seek His help, He will certainly help us, as declared by Shri Krishna Himself in Bhagwat Geeta:

« sarvasya chāhaṁ hṛidi sanniviṣhṭo
mattaḥ smṛitir jñānam apohanaṁ cha
vedaiśh cha sarvair aham eva vedyo
vedānta-kṛid veda-vid eva chāham »

Translations : I am seated in the hearts of all living beings, and from Me come memory, knowledge, as well as forgetfulness. I alone am to be known by all the Vedas, am the author of the Vedānt, and the knower of the meaning of the Vedas.

We also learnt about the importance of charity and how it should be done. As explained by her in simple words that even your left hand shouldn’t know if your right hand is doing some charity. Isn’t it what is  written in Holy Bible too. All our different religions have professed highly about the importance of charity in their scriptures. ‘Vand Ke Chako – To share the fruits of one’s labour with others before considering oneself.’ is one of the key teachings of Guru Nanak Dev ji. Every class reflects upon the teachings from different religions and binds us together with the love of humanity. Little children and young teenagers gets a strong character building platform for the new generation.

Teachings of Shrimad Bhagwat Geeta, Holy Quran, Holy Bible and Guru Granth Sahib all under one roof- our Yoga class. I am truly blessed to be part of this lovely class (our pyara pariwar) and grateful to my teacher for enlightening us on this path of spiritual journey.

Shalini