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
·OnlineOnlineFIRST DISCUSSION FOR 2026
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: 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 6 - 7:
The Way to the Supreme Spirit
Discussion Themes:
- THE LIGHT THAT SHINES WITHIN: Mystics from many faiths share a profound experience. They describe being bathed in divine light. This intensely blissful state arises from deep meditation and prayer. That is the Light that shines within all. It is a manifestation of pure Consciousness.
- CHILDREN OF IMMORTALITY: The Upanishadic scriptures boldly declare that we are ‘children of immortality.’ In deep meditation, sages uncovered our divine inheritance. Our body is a ‘child of mortality’, but there is a Divine dimension within that never dies. Our challenge and destiny are to unfold and manifest our divinity. This lifts us beyond weakness and fear, immersing us in peace and joy.
- WE ARE FREE: To believe we are bound is to remain ‘as a creature on this earth.’ We are not meant to be just creatures. We are meant to be free. Freedom is our birthright. We needn’t be confined or shaped by external forces. Part of us lies beyond dogmas and creeds, transcending all opinions and ideologies. There, originality and creativity flourish, fresh and vital. When Buddha realised this truth, he exclaimed: “I am enlightened, I am free, I am free.”
- THE SUBTLE BODY & REINCARNATION: ‘Behind this gross body there is a subtle body and a causal body which is extremely subtle; and the causal and the subtle bodies go together. So, when death takes place, what happens? They [the ancient sages] discovered that the gross physical body alone is shed at the time of death. The subtle body continues; its dying time is not the same as that of the physical body. It is very subtle, and so it seeks a new body and reincarnates to continue its evolution toward fulfilment or perfection.’
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: Website6 attendees
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