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  Chinmaya Mission : The celebrations of Hanuman Jayanthi at Chinmaya Upasana began with a reverential Abhishekam, setting a sacred tone for the auspicious occasion.  Devotees gathered to chant the Hanuman Chalisa, witnessing the adorned Shri Hanumanji adorned with butter, fruits, and flowers.  Reflecting on Lord Hanuman's teachings from CVEP classes, sevaks immersed themselves in the divine atmosphere.  Swami Shashvatanandaji eloquently shared insights on Hanumanji's unwavering determination during the Sita-search mission, illustrating the importance of surrender in selfless service for a higher goal. The ceremony included the performance of Hanuman aarthi puja, creating a spiritually charged ambiance. Aarati heightened the divine fervor, and prasad distribution symbolized the divine blessings showered upon the devoted participants.  The event beautifully encapsulated the essence of Hanuman Jayanthi, blending worship, reflection, and communal joy in a harmonious celebration of

============================================================ Saturday, 13 Jan 2024 05:30.  SECTION IV. A SYMPOSIUM COMMENTARY ON SWAMI SIVANANDA’S 8TH SPIRITUAL INSTRUCTION: Swami Chidananda. Power of Brahmacharya: =============================================================== Power of Brahmacharya: It is this force of brahmacharya that is the invaluable force that gives success in sravana (hearing), manana (reflection) and nididhyasana (concentration). It gives success in the practice of the nine modes of Bhakti–Sravana, kirtana, smarana, archana, vandana, pada-sevana, dasya, sakhya, and atma-nivedana. It makes possible the successful practice of Raja Yoga–yama, niyama, asana, pranayama, pratyahara, dharana, dhyana and samadhi. It makes for a fruitful practice of asana, pranayama, mudra, bandha, kriya leading into samadhi of the Hatha Yoga system. It is this force that brought forth Ravindranath Tagore, Bhagat Singh, Mahatma Gandhi, Beethoven, Bach, Albert Schweitzer, Joan of Arc and