DEEKSHA
KRIYA YOGA DEEKSHA
The practice of Kriyayoga must be learned directly from an enlightened Kriyayoga Guru or a Yogacharya authorized by him through the process of a Deeksha, or initiation. A yogacharya is an individual who has been duly authorized and blessed by his guru to initiate others in Kriyayoga. An acharya must have successfully accomplished all six progressive Kriyayoga initiations under the guidance of their guru.
In order to administer Deeksha in Kriya Yoga, it is essential to maintain a meditative state throughout the day. Only after almost all of the disturbances have been eliminated from the subconscious mind can an individual continually remain in a state of meditation. Additionally, it necessitates breath control, which is effortlessly achieved through regular Kriyayoga practice. The attainment of this level usually requires approximately 10 to 15 years of dedicated training under the guidance of a guru. A person experiences profound tranquility and ultimately reaches a deep state of meditation when they regularly practice Kriyayoga in combination with Karmayoga.
The Kriyayoga Deeksha is classified as a Shaktipat Deeksha. By channeling spiritual energy, the guru who bestows deeksha purifies the nadis and chakras of the disciple. The divinity, or Kundalini, within the student is activated as this heightened energy begins to resonate at a higher frequency. As a result, this divine energy begins to function at a higher level, and the sadhaka undergoes an intensive purification process that ends in profound inner peace. This is the method by which a sadhaka can effectively practice an advanced yogic discipline, such as Kriyayoga.
Deeksha is the foundation of Kriyayoga practice. It is the second birth of a Sadhaka in its most fundamental form. The successful practice of Kriyayoga is dependent upon Deeksha. If an individual is unable to achieve profound relaxation or fails to advance adequately in their Kriyayoga sadhana, even at an average pace, the underlying cause may be that the deeksha they received was inappropriate. In the absence of appropriate deeksha, the profundity and efficacy of Kriyayoga techniques are diminished. Because of this, the spiritual practice fails to produce the desired results.
Deeksha and sadhana are both essential for a sadhaka to advance spiritually. In order to formally welcome a pupil into the Kriyayoga system, the deeksha is bestowed to them through the means of a sacred ritual. Deeksha enables a disciple to establish a direct connection with their guru and all other gurus in the Kriyayoga tradition. This connection is exceptional in its intensity and uniqueness, and it represents a profound blessing. Consequently, Kriyavan achieves an entirely new level of existence.
Upon receiving the Deeksha, he is included in the protective domain of Babaji and the Gurus. In other words, Kriyayoga Deeksha is more than just a teaching of Kriyayoga techniques. When a particle of light is transferred from one soul to another, it is safeguarded and guided until it reaches the luminosity of thousands of suns.
KRIYAYOGA TRAINING
AT KRIYANANDA DHAM KRIYAYOGA ASHRAM
1st Day
Introduction to Kriya Yoga, Deeksha
2nd Day
Training in the techniques of 1st Kriya
3rd Day
Practice of 1st Kriya (daily practice)
This course is scientifically designed. Let us make an effort to comprehend the logic that lies behind it. We know that one of the most advanced spiritual practices that mankind has access to is Kriya Yoga. The effectiveness, simplicity, mathematical accuracy, and completeness that it provides are unparalleled by any other system.
However, it also has a few shortcomings despite its numerous advantages. The most significant advantage of the Kriya yoga system is that no prior training is required to learn it. Kriya Yoga is usually taught in a simple manner, with a duration of approximately one hour.
This method is only suitable for students who have prepared themselves for a spiritual journey. They are aware of the system’s value, the Guru’s significance, and the obligations they are required to fulfill. These responsibilities include the regular practice of the techniques, the frequent meeting with the Guru, the practice of Karma yoga, and so forth. It is unfortunate that the majority of students do not possess this level of spiritual maturity.
The kind of freedom that Kriya Yoga allows a sadhaka is its biggest flaw. Any ordinary man is incapable of handling such an extreme level of freedom. It is entirely the practitioner’s responsibility to find a guru, convince the guru of one’s eligibility, practice the guru’s teachings on a regular basis, resolve any doubts, and stay in touch with the guru. The responsibility of fulfilling these obligations necessitates an immense amount of strength. It is not particularly challenging to adhere to these guidelines; however, it necessitates an extensive knowledge of the Kriyayoga system and the gurus’ role in it.
Training is conducted at Kriyananda Dham Kriyayoga Ashram with these concerns in mind. A pupil acquires a comprehensive understanding of the science and techniques of Kriyayoga during this three-day training class. Additionally, the techniques are made exceedingly simple to execute when accompanied by instruction recordings. When he practices at home with the assistance of these guided meditation instruments, the room in which he is practicing will emit a meditative atmosphere that is strikingly similar to the one he encountered during his training with his guru. Additionally, they will be motivated to implement the effects of Kriyayoga—namely, profound calmness and comprehension—in real-world scenarios through Karmayoga.