Guru Sharanam means to seek refuge at the feet of the Guru. This inspirational recording is a musical tribute to Paramahansa Yogananda in honour of his centennial by a group of Self-Realization Fellowship/Yogoda Satsanga Society members in Bombay, India. It features original chants in English and Hindi by noted Indian musician Sri Ramesh Prem, performed on harmonium, veena, tablas, cymbals, flute and guitar. Guru Sharanum aims to instill a feeling...

In 1970, a young musician named Jeffrey Kagel walked away from the American dream of rock 'n' roll stardom- turning down the lead singer slot in the band that would become Blue Oyster Cult. He sold all his possessions and moved from New York to the Himalayan foothills in search of happiness and a little-known saint named Neem Karoli Baba. Follows Kagel's journey to India and back, his struggles with depression and drug abuse, and his eventual emergence...

"Vedic chant is said to be one of the oldest methods of spiritual practice. For contemporary practitioners, it is also a powerful tool for improving mental focus, communication, memory, and self-confidence. In addition to explaining the meaning and pronunciation of Vedic chant, the speaker demonstrates a few simple mantras."--Publisher.

Complete and unabridged mantras which are humble prayers to the Goddess Sarawati to grant success in all endeavers.