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KARMAVEER BHAURAO PATIL COLLEGE, MUMBAI
This course designed by [email protected] – Shubhada Nayak
Class 7 – Various Schools of MeditationSpeaker - xxxx
Date- August xx, 2014
Self DevelopmentIn The Context of
Spirituality and a Practical Approach
Opening
Welcome Recap on last session – Art of Meditation Introduction to the topic - Various schools of
Meditation Introduce the speaker
Various Systems of Meditation
bySpeaker:
Why are there so many methods of meditation ?
Different methods have evolved with time depending on: The saints at those times The need of people at that time The understanding of people at that time The evolution of people at that time The intellect of people at that time
More than 100 methods
Brahmakumaris
Art of living
Vipassana
Transcendental meditation
Meditation by Vivekananda
Common methods of Meditation
Meditation by Osho
Meditation by Krishnamurthy
Zen Meditation
Taoist meditation
Dalai Lama Meditation
Brahmakumaris (BKs)
Means “Daughters of Brahma” Based on Raja Yoga Turn on music to aid meditation Concentrate on becoming one with the
Supreme Soul, or Shiv Baba Mediate for 20-30 minutes
Art of LivingMantra-based meditation techniqueMantras are chosen based on age, occupation and
inclination20 minutes in the morning, 20 minutes in the eveningEmphasis lies on relaxation and silence
Few Main Principles :-
1. Present moment is inevitable
2. Expectations reduce the joy
3. Accept everyone and every situation as they are
Vipassana Vipassana means “seeing things as they really are”
During the 10 day Residential course Daily schedule includes about 10 hours of sitting
meditation
Have to observe silence without contact with outside world
Are refrained from reading and writing, and suspend any religious practices or other disciplines
Are free to discuss meditation questions with the teacher
Transcendental Meditation
Developed by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Specific form of mantra meditation Practice involves the use of mantra, for 15-20
minutes twice daily with eyes closed Certified teachers teach this technique in a 7
step course Fees vary from country to country
Sahaj Marg – Natural Path Practice consists of Morning Meditation, Evening
Cleaning and night time prayer Meditation on divine light in the heart Ten Maxims to live daily life Guru or Master Goal is to become one with God Transmission Satsangh or Group meditation Concept of Prefects (trainers)
Commonalities of Different Methods
Quiet the Mind Being in the present Altered state of consciousness Caste, creed, religions – NO Bar Goal is self realization or self actualization Being guided by a Guru/Guide/Teacher
How to Select One Method?
Follow someone whom you trust Study and practice one method at a
time method Based on experience continue the
method as long as one feels progress Give a fair trial
10 minute Quiet Time
Closing
Would you like to start a systematic practice of meditation?
For others, continue to meditate at home for 10 minutes twice a day
Next week, we will have a session on ‘Need for Meditation and Theories of Life’