What we’re about
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 (1)
See all- Bhagavad Gita Class & DiscussionLink visible for attendees
Discussion led by Pravrajika Gayatriprana, a senior nun of Sri Sarada Math
Join our Vedanta Society members and friends from 7:30 pm via ZOOM
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 14:
## The Forces of Evolution - The Three Guna: Verses 5 - 10
## Discussion Themes:
- THREE FORCES: Indian Philosophy describes how three intertwined fundamental forces shape all of existence, both in the material world and in consciousness. They are the gunas (qualities): Sattva (goodness, harmony, balance), Rajas (passion, activity, change), and Tamas (inertia, darkness, ignorance). They constantly interact and influence one another. They define, enable, and restrict who we are and how our lives unfold. Our challenge is to transcend them..
- ALERTNESS WILL COME: 'The predominance of one guna over the other two occurs under certain situations. These are the states through which we pass every day. A little knowledge of this may help us to improve ourselves without going to ask help from a psychologist or a psychiatrist. Very often we can help ourselves by knowing the situation we are in. ‘Yes, that enemy has come and I must be careful.’ That alertness will come to the human being and he or she can become one’s own master in developing character.’
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
