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Guided Practices
All favorite AVA Guided Practices in one place
Browse all your favorite Amrita Virtual Academy Guided Practices in one place, sorted by topics such as: chanting, bhajans, meditation—and more!
Each topic is a themed playlist. Watch as a nourishing moment in the evening, or in the morning before the activities of the day begins . Primarily videos—also includes handouts.
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Chanting Vol. 1 - Archana (Sri Lalitha Sahasranama)
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Chanting Vol. 2 - Archana for Nature (in English)
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Chanting Vol. 3 - Bhagavad Gita
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Chanting Vol. 4 - Vedic Chanting
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Bhajans Vol. 1 - Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri
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Bhajans Vol. 2 - Various Practices
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Meditation Vol. 1: Various Topics
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Meditation Vol. 2: Nature
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Meditation Vol. 3: Amritaculture
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Meditation Vol. 4: Walking the Path
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Meditation Vol. 5: Walking the Path (Continued)
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Meditation Vol. 6 - Bhakti Sadhana (108 Names and Manasa Puja
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Meditation Vol. 7 - Walking Meditation
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Movement Vol. 1 - Amrita Yoga
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Movement Vol. 2 - Deep Stretching Routines (Myofascial Stretching)
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Movement Vol. 3 - Mindful Movement
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Movement Vol. 4: Hatha Yoga
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Movement Vol. 5 - Dance
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Prayers
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Puja & Homa
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Reflection Vol. 1
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Reflection Vol. 2: Walking the Path
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Reflection Vol. 3: Walking the Path (Continued)
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🌺 Full Archana (from Self Reflection and Goal Setting Retreat) | Br. Ramanandamrita Chaitanya
⏱️ 60 min | In the Amritapuri tradition, archana is the chanting of Amma’s 108 Names and the Thousand Names of the Divine Mother. In his wonderfully resonant voice, Br. Ramanandamritaji reverently chants both. Follow along as words and translation are displayed on the screen.
🌺 Sri Lalitha Sahasranama (from 2023 Earth Day Retreat) | Br. Hari
⏱️ 53 min | Br. Hari chants the Divine Mother’s Thousand Names, invoking the divine qualities of the divine which also reside deep within our heart.
🌺 Full Archana (From Gratitude Retreat) | Swami Dayamritananda Puri
⏱️ 72 min | Swamiji opens with a guided visualization to accompany the 108 Names of Amma, followed by the Thousand Names of the Divine Mother. The words are displayed on screen and we can either chant along or chant the responses.
🌺 Full Archana (From Learn to Surrender Retreat) | Swami Dayamritananda Puri
⏱️ 63 min | This archana opens simply and reverently with a recitation of Amma’s 108 Names followed by the Thousand Names of the Divine Mother. This fundamental practice is recommended for all. It has a long list of benefits.
🌺 Full Archana (From Love is the Answer Retreat) | Swami Shantamritananda Puri
⏱️ 65 min | This archana is very close to an in person experience, because we can hear Swamiji’s devotional chanting along with the other chanters present.. Both Amma’s 108 Names and the Thousand Names of the Divine Mother are chanted with words displayed.
🌺 Full Archana (From Myth & Reality of Happiness Retreat) | Swami Shantamritananda Puri
⏱️ 57 min | Swamiji opens with the lighting of the lamp, then begins chanting the 108 Names of Amma followed by the Thousand Names of the Divine Mother. The words are displayed so we can read or sing along.
🌺 Full Archana & Homa | Swami Shantamritananda Puri & Br. Ramanandamrita Chaitanya
⏱️ 133 min | This opens with a wonderful explanation of the rituals performed during a homa. This traditional Tantric style homa is more meditative in nature. Most of the chanting by the pujari is performed internally and expressed with mudras.
🌺 Full Archana & Homa | Sw. Shantamritananda Puri, Swi. Ambikamritananda Prana, Br. Ramanandamrita Chaitanya
⏱️ 116 min | Swamiji begins by sharing some of Amma’s teachings on the benefits of homas and pujas followed by a beautiful homa performed by Swamini with Brahmachari’s reverential chanting of Archana in the background.
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🌺 Archana for Mother Ganga | Purnima & Hugo
⏱️ 35 min | With reverence and devotion, Purnima leads us in chanting archana to Mother Ganga. With the exquisite sounds of the violin playing in the background, you will be transported into the sacred realm of the holy river Ganga.
🌺 Handout for Mother Ganga Archana | Purnima
⏱️ PDF | Chanting these unique and beautiful verses is an excellent way to learn more about the ancient and holy river Ganga. As you read along, allow the words to float through your being, arousing a sense of reverence.
🌺 Sacred Bee Archana & Meditation | Purnima & Hugo
⏱️ 36 min | Every living being in life needs love. The honeybee, who is also the greatest pollinator, needs our love. May Amma bless us, so that humanity may awaken and allow the precious honeybees and bumblebees to live peacefully and abundantly on Earth.
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🌺 Bhagavad Gita Chapter 2 - Traditional Chanting Session | Chanted by Br. Mukundamrita Chaitanya
⏱️ 22 min | Want to learn to chant the Gita? This beautifully and reverently changing of Chapter 2 includes the words on screen to help us follow along, and the upper top of screen lists the section and general theme of the section.
🌺 Bhagavad Gita Chapter 3 - Traditional Chanting Session | Chanted by Br. Mukundamrita Chaitanya
⏱️ 13 min | Bhagavad Gita chanting continues for Chapter 3. This is the chapter where Arjuna asks Krishna which of the two spiritual paths mentioned in chapter 2 is best, as he agonizes over his duty. Timeless teachings are given by Sri Krishna.
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🌺 Durga Suktam and Slokas | Chanted by Vaju
⏱️ 16 min | Enjoy this heartfelt traditional Vedic chanting with an overview of Navaratri. The principle of overcoming inner negativities underlies Navaratri. Includes a downloadable handout of the words and meanings of the three deities honored.
🌺 Medha Suktam | Chanted by Vaju
⏱️ 7 min | Along with beloved Vaju’s heartfelt chanting, the screen shows the words so we can follow along. In this way, we become part of the ceremony and offering of these ancient yet very relevant prayers for our difficult times.
🌺 Medha Suktam Handout | Amrita Prasadam
⏱️ 7 min | This handout is a treasure. It offers the Sanskrit words and English translation of these profound prayers to Devi, asking for wisdom and the nectar of immortality. We pray to Devi as the essence of the Vedas.
🌺 Sri Ganapati Atharvashirsha | Chanted by Vaju
⏱️ 11 min | Take part in this reverent traditional chanting for Sri Ganapati. It opens with the traditional prayer for hearing and seeing that which is auspicious. The chant goes on to list many divine qualities of Ganapati.
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🌺 Bhajans: Learn to Surrender, Day 1 | Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri
⏱️ 44 min | Enjoy this spirited set of bhajans starting with Jai Jai Jai Gananatha Gajanana. It also includes gorgeous Krishna and Divine Mother bhajans like Jai Jagadambe Durge Ma. Swamiji’s resonant voice and deep devotion are palpable throughout this great set.
🌺 Bhajans: Learn to Surrender, Day 2 | Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri
⏱️ 63 min | This powerful set of bhajans opens with Karuna Sindho Bhairavi, sung so very sweetly. The last bhajan is a very spirited Jai Jai Kali Ma. Swamiji joyfully raises his arms and inspires us to join in the joy!
🌺 Bhajans: Love is the Answer, Day 1 | Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri
⏱️ 62 min | With deep love, Swamiji starts with Amme Amriteshwari and includes many heartfelt cries to Amma’s compassion. The mood is palpable and perfect for a retreat focused on love. There are great cinematic shots of the musicians too!
🌺 Bhajans: Love is the Answer, Day 2 | Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri
⏱️ 64 min | Swamiji radiates so much joyfulness in the concluding bhajan Mata Rani, which celebrates the Mother answering all prayers and clearing all the paths. He sings with deep devotion. The bhajan set concludes with arati.
🌺 Bhajans: The Myth & Reality of Happiness, Day 1 | Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri
⏱️ 56 min | This lively session sets the tone with Jai Jai Satguru Maharani to be blissfully carried along the melodic waves of his powerful voice. Followed by Vande Nanda Kumara, this is a joyful set not to be missed!
🌺 Bhajans: The Myth & Reality of Happiness, Day 2 | Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri
⏱️ 71 min | This session invokes deep feelings of sweet inward devotion with Swamiji singing Amritamayi Premamayi and Amma Ki Chaya. Energy picks up toward the end, with a powerful Shiva bhajan followed by the lively Jai Ma Ambe.
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🌺 Bhajans and Meditation - Gratitude Retreat | Br. Ramanandamrita Chaitanya
⏱️ 85 min | Includes a satsang, noting Amma’s words about bhajans being one of the most effective forms of sadhana as most of our senses are involved. After the bhajans, the practgice ends with a period of silence followed by Amma’s precious White Flowers of Peace meditation.
🌺 Bhajans for Worshipping Nature | Br. Madhavamrita Chaitanya
⏱️ 65 min | Br. Madhavamrita Chaitanya notes how Amma’s advocacy and environmental initiatives started long before this was in vogue. He sings many gorgeous bhajans devoted to love for our Divine Mother Nature. The set includes downloadable lyrics with meaning.
🌺 Bhajans as Meditation | Br. Ramanandamrita Chaitanya
⏱️ 61 min | You are invited to drop into meditation with the heart opening bhajans. Br. Ramanandamrita Chaitanya describes how bhajans engage all five senses. Bhajans serve as a door to deep meditation and divine prayer.
🌺 Omkara Divya Porule Volume 1: Chant Along | Amma
⏱️ 31 min | Considered a living scripture, these beautifully haunting verses were penned by Swami Turiyamritananda Puri, one of the earliest disciples to live at Amma’s Amritapuri ashram. His words are based on his notes on Amma’s words to visitors. Sing along with Amma as these sacred words come to life through song.
🌺 Introduction to Sa-Ri-Ga-Ma | Brahmacharini Amrita Chaitanya
⏱️ 6 min | Amma dreams of seeing her children learning classical singing and singing together to get a taste of the love she has for the divine. Singing has devotional qualities but is also therapeutic, and brings great joy.
🌺 Sa-Ri-Ga-Ma Traditional Carnatic Indian Scales | Ranjini & Chinmayi
⏱️ 11 min | Singing these traditional scales brings great joy. Amma often asks the young children around her if they are learning singing and the SaRiGaMa scales. Around Amritapuri, one can often hear these scales joyfully being sung. Now is your opportunity to join in the tradition.