About us
Situated in the multicultural, heritage suburb of Croydon in Sydney's inner west, our activities link ancient wisdom with contemporary society.
Through spiritual talks and discussion exploring the mystical, practical teachings of many faiths; through silent and guided meditations; yoga classes; retreats; festivals; theatre; and more - we provide an open-minded, reflective and creative space.
All activities are held in our renovated century-old building; comfortable, peaceful and spacious with soaring ceilings.
In keeping with our Indian/ Asian ambience shoes are left at the door. Disabled access provided.
Talks are given by Pravrajika Gayatriprana and Pravrajika Sridharaprana, senior nuns of Sri Sarada Math, the women’s wing of the Ramakrishna Order. Sri Sarada Math’s first centre outside India was established in Sydney in 1982.
The Ramakrishna Order was established in 1897 by Swami Vivekananda, one of the first to bring meditation and yoga philosophy to the West. He represented Hinduism at the first World Parliament of Religions in Chicago in 1893. Since its inception the Ramakrishna Order has served millions through its relief and rehabilitation work and many schools and hospitals.
Upcoming events
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Bhagavad Gita Class & Discussion
·OnlineOnlineDiscussion led by Pravrajika Gayatriprana, a senior nun of Sri Sarada Math
Join our Vedanta Society members and friends from 7:30 pm via ZOOM: Link available for attendees
OR JOIN US IN PERSON FROM 7 PM FOR SILENT MEDITATION AT: Vedanta Hall, 15 Liverpool Road, Croydon NSW and stay on for the discussion.
Study of Chapter 15, Verses 8 - 10:
The Way to the Supreme Spirit
Discussion Themes:
- MORE THAN A BODY: Believing we’re just the body is to be hypnotised. It doesn’t mean we’re blocked from drawing on deeper resources of resilience within us, but it can limit our outlook. The ancient sages declare that, in essence, we are not the body; rather, we are a soul inhabiting a body. This can be an empowering perspective, helping us maintain a sense of freedom even as the aging body imposes limitations.
- REINCARNATION: Fundamental to Eastern Philosophy is the belief in reincarnation, which posits we’re on a journey through many lives. Through right thought and action, we increasingly reap happier lives and deeper wisdom, leading to rebirths in circumstances that propel our spiritual evolution. Seeking proof of reincarnation can’t be found by external study. Proof comes only subjectively for those evolved enough to digest the memories of past lives.
- EYE OF KNOWLEDGE: With our ‘fleshy eyes’, we’re compelled to see a solid table or chair, to see a world of distinctly separate objects, and not the underlying sub-atomic world of frenetic swirling sub-atomic particles. Such subtle perceptions elude us. But with the ‘eye of knowledge’ we penetrate beyond the gross world.
We're a multicultural group of varying ages, including our Vedanta Society members and friends. We always welcome new faces and hear new perspectives.
For more details about us and our activities visit: Vedanta Society of NSW Website: Website
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