Autobiography Chapter 27, Part 4: Swami Pranabananda’s glorious mahasamadhi

This episode covers the last part of chapter 27 from: “The body of Pranabananda, which had appeared so well and strong during...” to the end of the chapter. Summary: Swami Yogananda's asks Swami Pranabananda some probing questions surrounding his connection with God in the twilight years of his life. Swami Pranabananda’s principal devotee Sanandan informs us about the last days with his guru Pranabananda's and his decision to leave Benares and move to the Himalayas with his disciples. This section of the book explores themes of mahasamadhi, attachment, and spiritual perspectives on life and death through various accounts and teachings, including discussions about Kriya Yoga and the significance of spiritual initiation.  0:00 Prior Episode;  2:10 The saint's unfading radiance; 7:25 Departure for the Himalayas; 15:10 The final departure at a festival; 41:10 The Rebirth; 46:30 Reflections on the chapter; Links discussed in the episode:  https://www.yoganiketan.net/reader/books/life-sketch-of-swami-pranabananda.html  Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the start of chapter 28 to: “...unfavourable publicity to the school. He saw no choice but to go.” #autobiographyofayogi  #autobiographylinebyline  #paramahansayogananda Autobiography of a Yogi awake.minute Self-Realization Fellowship Yogoda Satsanga Society of India #SRF #YSS