A leader in the field of yoga, meditation, spirituality, and holistic health, the Himalayan Institute is a non-profit, international organization dedicated to serving humanity through educational, spiritual, and humanitarian programs. The Institute and its varied activities and programs exemplify the spiritual heritage of mankind that unites East and West, spirituality and science, and ancient wisdom and modern technology.

Founded in 1971 by Swami Rama of the Himalayas, the Institute draws on its roots in the yoga tradition to offer programs in self-transformation, yoga, meditation, and holistic health at its headquarters in Honesdale, Pennsylvania. Its services include global humanitarian projects, publishing books, a holistic health center (Total Health Center), and the internationally acclaimed magazine, Yoga International (formerly Yoga + Joyful Living).

Year Long Group Meditation Program

The Himalayan Institute invites participants around the world to join our year-long group meditation practice. From November 11, 2011, through November 11, 2012, the Himalayan Institute will be the locus of an around-the-clock group meditation (akhanda japa).

Akhanda japa (uninterrupted group meditation) is a time-honored practice in the Himalayan tradition for infusing the collective consciousness with peace and harmony. This ancient practice brings about transformation at the individual level and exerts a positive influence on the entire web of life. It is one of the surest ways to experience our inner divinity and connectedness with all of humanity. This potent group practice creates an environment in which you can easily undertake a personal practice of meditation.

CRAVING SIMPLICITY IN A COMPLICATED AGE By Phillips Brooks
Amazingly relevant today, this message is from the famous 19th-century preacher
who also wrote "O Little Town of Bethlehem."

INWARD BOUND By Natalya Podgorny
A renowned philosopher bridges the confusion between seemingly disparate Eastern ideologies,
and charts a course for realizing our ultimate spiritual goals.

More yoga resources coming soon!