Function held at Yogoda Kendra

Excelsior Correspondent

JAMMU, June 18: Yogoda Satsanga Dhyana Kendra, Jammu of Yogoda Satsang Society of India (YSSI) celebrated International Yoga Day in the meditation centre Paramhansa Yogananda Path Udheywala, Jammu with gaiety and fervor today.
Yogoda Satsang Society of India was formulated by the instrumentality of Sri Sri Paramanhansa Yogananda for disseminating India’s ancient science of Kriya Yoga meditation for attaining direct personal experience of God and to promote unity between East and West with his universal message. The prime ideal of YSSI is to teach stepwise guided meditation techniques especially for the benefit of householders to achieve physical and mental harmony with spiritual wellness; and disseminate relevant literature containing guided meditation techniques for spiritual aspirants.
The celebration of International Yoga Day included introduction to scientific techniques of Kriya Yoga meditation for direct and personal communion with God, guided meditation and open house. On the occasion, the new devotees were introduced with aims and ideals of Yogoda Satsang Society of India.
A video show of Swami Ishwaranandaji about teachings of Sri Sri Paramanhansa Yogananda was also played for benefit of participating spiritual seekers. Books, literature, audio-video articles were available at discounted prices and many new aspirants registered for guided meditation techniques promulgated by YSSI. The programme culminated closing prayers followed by Preeti Bhoj.