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Intro to the LOTUSThe Light Of Truth Universal Shrine celebrates the universality of all religions. It is based on the concept of Truth is One, Paths are Many. It was conceived and built by Swami Satchidananda. This video gives a brief overview.
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Building the LOTUSExplore relationship between Yoga and the world faith traditions as Rabbi Joseph Gelberman, Br. David Steindl-Rast, OSB, Rev. James P. Morton and Sri Swami Satchidananda speak about the essence of spirituality and that, "Truth is one, paths are many." Includes footage from the Light Of Truth Universal Shrine. — An excerpt from the film, "Living Yoga"
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The Opening of the LOTUSIn the International Year of Peace, a beacon of peace, harmony and love was lit in Buckingham, Virginia. On July 20, 1986, the Light Of Truth Universal Shrine (LOTUS) was dedicated and offered to the world.
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The Bells of the LOTUSSwiss bells chime three times daily in the Light Of Truth Universal Shrine (LOTUS) to signal the formal meditation times in the multifaith community surrounding the LOTUS.
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Fireworks over the LOTUSBeautiful display of fireworks over the Light Of Truth Universal Shrine (LOTUS, the world's first interfaith shrine) in Central Virginia on July 4th. LOTUS embodies the wisdom of interfaith pioneer Sri Swami Satchidananda who taught that: "Truth is One, Paths are Many"
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The Life & Interfaith Vision of Swami SatchidanandaExcerpted from "Living Yoga: The Life and Teachings of Swami Satchidananda," a film written and co-produced by Joshua M. Greene and directed and co-produced by Shiva Kumar.
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"All Paths Lead to the Same Goal" A Talk by Swami SatchidanandaSwami Satchidananda speaks about the essence of religion. He says, "All religions lead to the same place. All the paths are there to help us find universal brotherhood, universal love and to go back to the Source. Whatever path you are on, whatever you believe or don't believe, ultimately you will be led to one, universal truth." From the DVD, "Essential Teachings for Life." Available from: www.shakticom.org and for audio download.
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Dean Morton Remembers Swami SatchidanandaThe Very Rev. James Parks Morton of the ICNY honors Swami Satchidananda as an interfaith visionary who served as a dynamic advocate for world peace. Though Swami Satchidananda passed away in 2002, his life and teachings continue to inspire and guide thousands worldwide. Later in the video, Dean Morton introduces Dr. Dean Ornish, who accepted the award on behalf of Swami Satchidananda's dedicated followers.
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Yoga & InterfaithExplore relationship between Yoga and the world faith traditions as Rabbi Joseph Gelberman, Br. David Steindl-Rast, OSB, Rev. James P. Morton and Sri Swami Satchidananda speak about the essence of spirituality and that, "Truth is one, paths are many." Includes footage from the Light Of Truth Universal Shrine --An excerpt from the film, "Living Yoga"
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Morning Interfaith Celebration 2006An interfaith service where representatives of the major faiths of the world all gather to offer prayers from their respective religions, all in the spirit of peace, harmony and mutual respect. This service was developed by Sri Swami Satchidananda in the mid-1950s as a way to celebrate the unity in diversity that is at the heart of his teaching that "Truth is one, paths are many." This service is celebrated often at Satchidananda Ashram-Yogaville as well as around the world during various Integral Yoga gatherings. From the DVD: Integral Yoga Double Anniversary Celebration (2006) Available from www.shakticom.org.
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Explore relationship between Yoga and the world faith traditions as Rabbi Joseph Gelberman, Br. David Steindl-Rast, OSB, Rev. James P. Morton and Sri Swami Satchidananda speak about the essence of spirituality and that, "Truth is one, paths are many." Includes footage from the Light Of Truth Universal Shrine. --An excerpt from the film, "Living Yoga"The Swami & the Rabbi - Essential Teachings
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Swami Satchidananda & Rabbi Gelberman: How We MetSwami Satchidananda and Rabbi Joseph Gelberman talk together about their first meeting and how they formed an interfaith alliance, presenting "The Swami and the Rabbi" programs annually for nearly 15 years. From the DVD, "The Swami and the Rabbi." Available on DVD from: www.shakticom.org.
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Interfaith Celebration 2006(2006) An evening of interfaith dance, traditional South Indian Bharata Natyam dance and other offerings in celebration of the 20th anniversary of the Light Of Truth Universal Shrine held at Satchidananda Ashram-Yogaville in July 2006.
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Many Paths, One Truth TrailerIn 1977, Oscar nominated director John Goodell made a half-hour documentary chronicling talks by Swami Satchidananda, Rabbi Gelberman, Br. David, Taj Inayat, Prabhasa Dharma and Fr. Beh as well as an interfaith worship service they shared.
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Many Paths, One TruthIn 1977, Oscar nominated director John Goodell made a half-hour documentary chronicling talks by Swami Satchidananda, Rabbi Gelberman, Br. David, Taj Inayat, Prabhasa Dharma and Fr. Beh as well as an interfaith worship service they shared.
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(2008) The Light Of Truth Universal Shrine (LOTUS), was the interfaith vision, design and inspiration of Sri Swami Satchidananda, the LOTUS was dedicated in 1986. Located in Yogaville, Buckingham Virginia.LOTUS - Light Of Truth Universal Shrine at Yogaville
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