“ ...you realize that all along there was something tremendous within you, and you did not know it. ”

— Paramahansa Yogananda

“ ...you realize that all along there was something tremendous within you, and you did not know it. ”

— Paramahansa Yogananda

Paramahansa Yogananda

Author of the spiritual classic Autobiography of a Yogi, Yoganandaji is recognized as one of the world’s great spiritual teachers. His Kriya Yoga meditation techniques and “how-to-live” teachings have uplifted the lives of millions.

Lessons for Home Study

Learn more about how the YSS Lessons can transform and bring balance to your life.

Janmashtami Meditation with YSS/SRF President

We are happy to announce that on Saturday, August 16, YSS/SRF President Sri Sri Swami Chidananda Giri will lead a special Janmashtami three-hour meditation.

Sadhana Sangams 2025

We welcome all YSS/SRF devotees to join us for the Sadhana Sangams that will be held from October to December 2025. Registration for these events is open now!

Young Sadhak Sangam

YSS is offering a Sadhana Sangam exclusively for young sadhaks (ages 23-35) — a spiritually immersive experience that will be held at the serene YSS Ranchi Ashram.

Programmes and Events

We invite you to join online and in-person meditations, retreats, and events led by YSS sannyasis.

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QUOTE OF THE DAY

PurificationAugust 14

The kingdom of my mind is begrimed with ignorance. By steady rains of diligence in self-discipline may I remove from my cities of spiritual carelessness the ancient debris of delusion.

– Sri Sri Paramahansa Yogananda
“Whispers from Eternity” (a book of prayers)