Nayaswami Jyotish and Nayaswami Devi are dynamic emissaries of Paramhansa Yogananda, spiritual master and best-selling author of Autobiography of a Yogi. They travel the world sharing Yogananda’s teachings and the blessings of the practical and heart-opening path of Kriya Yoga.

Together, Nayaswami Jyotish and Nayaswami Devi write A Touch of Light, their popular blog illuminating Yogananda’s teachings for spiritualizing daily life. Nayaswami Jyotish and Nayaswami Devi touch each person with friendship. Their clear, centered energy delivers spiritual insight with a delightful joy in people’s individual path.

The Charioteer

Nayaswami Jyotish and Nayaswami Devi
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The epic battle between the Pandavas and Kauravas in the Mahabharata, a part of the Bhagavad Gita, is a metaphor for the struggle between spiritual and materialistic forces within a person. Arjuna, a great devotee-warrior, chose Krishna as his charioteer to lead his forces to victory. The chariot represents the human body, the five senses, and the journey through the … Read More

Moksha Day

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Ananda Village annually celebrates Moksha Day, in honor of Swami Kriyananda’s dedication to achieving spiritual liberation. The day is marked by a six-hour meditation at Swamiji’s home, Crystal Hermitage, which is known for its tulip gardens that he loved. Swamiji embodied qualities such as enthusiasm, discipleship to Master (Paramhansa Yogananda), and universal kindness, friendship, and love. He believed that enthusiasm … Read More