Exploring the Value of Satsang in a Yogi’s Life

Satsangs can very simply be described as your proximity to the ultimate truth. When we are speaking of Satsang, we are clearly indicating a scenario where yogis are singing hymns and uttering chants in the name of Divinity – and that too, in the company of "Satvik" souls. Our nearness to the saints and sages results in the eventual stregthening of our motive- i.e. that of being in harmony with the highest energies. Our oldest philosophies hail the chants of Gods and Satsang is a scenario characterized by singing of hymns and chants, reading scriptures, meditating and talking about eternal truth without quite letting any inhibitions of our ego cloud our realization. Today, we will be taking a look at the immense value added by Satsang meditation in a yogi’s life. Read on to find out more in this regard.

What are satsangs and why do yogis perform the same?

Since satsangs are performed in the company of already enriched minds, we can definitely say that they have an exclusive set of benefits to offer. It should be remembered that not all these benefits can be identified clearly by the conscious mind. There are some tremendous (read positive) changes shaping your unconscious mind as well. Practitioners, with the help of satsangs can actually go on to clarify spiritual doubts if any and therefore remove any obstacle on the path of his spiritual growth.

Those who are looking for avenues to be a member of these spiritual gatherings can head to Rishikesh, the much-revered serene haven located far away from the city hustle and pollution. Clarifying your spiritual doubts is your first step towards the spiritual journey that you are about to undertake. Chanting the name of God is viewed as a means of protecting your manomaya Kosha or mental body and eventually of eliminating negative karma.

How can you chart your path of spiritual glory?

The deep trance that ensues turns your focus away from the materialistic pleasures. Everyone in your immediate surrounding is chanting the same hymns. The entire atmosphere thus created gives rise to positive vibrations and eventually filling the pot of the aural body with harmony and tranquility. The practice is known to motivate practitioners further to remain committed to the path of enlightenment.

Is Rishikesh your quintessential "seat of Indian yoga?"

As has already been mentioned above, Rishikesh (nestled alongside the serene Ganga) remains one of the best yoga retreats in India. Needless to say, yogis from across the world throng there just to be in company with each other and provide a more meaningful approach to the spiritual journey that they have just embarked on. Be on the lookout for reputable ashrams and their Satsang routine. A few hours of internet research will help you conduct a thorough research on the same. Hope you will be able to find a credentialed institution helmed by a reliable Swami Ji who can guide you on your path of spiritual nourishment by eliminating your doubts (we have already talked about these doubts here).

The word Arsha is driven from a name of one of ancient Rishis( Sage)A so the word itself makes it clear about the philosophy about the etymology of the word.