The harmoniously balanced life of the great householder-guru became the inspiration of thousands of men and women.
— Paramahansa Yogananda
Lahiri Mahasaya, the paramguru of Paramahansa Yogananda, is revered by all YSS/SRF devotees as a Yogavatar (“incarnation of Yoga”) who was pivotal in introducing Kriya Yoga to the modern world. Born on September 30, 1828, Lahiri Mahasaya left this world on September 26, 1895, during his mahasamadhi — the last meditation, or conscious communion with God, during which a perfected master merges himself in the cosmic Aum and casts off the physical body.
YSS sannyasis will lead two special online meditations to honour Lahiri Mahasaya’s mahasamadhi and avirbhav anniversaries in September 2026:
- Saturday, September 26: Lahiri Mahasaya Mahasamadhi Commemorative Meditation
- Wednesday, September 30: Lahiri Mahasaya Avirbhav Commemorative Meditation
Lahiri Mahasaya Mahasamadhi Divas
Commemorative Meditation
Saturday, September 26, 2026
6:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. (IST)
On September 26, 1895, this great guru entered Mahasamadhi, a God-realized yogi’s final conscious exit from the body. To commemorate this day, we invite you to join us in an online meditation led by a YSS sannyasi.
The programme will begin with an opening prayer followed by a reading, chanting, and a period of meditation. It will conclude with the practice of Paramahansa Yogananda’s healing technique and a closing prayer.
Please note: This event will be available for viewing till Sunday, September 27, 10 p.m. (IST).
Lahiri Mahasaya Avirbhav Divas
Commemorative Meditation
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
6:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. (IST)
A YSS sannyasi will conduct a special online meditation to commemorate the Avirbhav Divas (birth anniversary) of this great Yogavatar on September 30. The programme will begin with an opening prayer followed by a reading, chanting, and a period of meditation. It will conclude with the practice of Paramahansa Yogananda’s healing technique and a closing prayer.
Please note: This event will be available for viewing till Thursday, October 1, 10 p.m. (IST).
In-person Events
On these special occasions, in-person programmes will be conducted at YSS ashrams, kendras and mandalis. To learn more and participate in these events, please contact a meditation centre near you.
Make an Offering
On these special days, if you wish to make an offering, you can do so by visiting our website and using the link given below. Your contribution not only helps us to undertake several humanitarian activities but also shows your eternal love and unflinching devotion for the great Guru.
