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The Power Of Spiritual Healing

The Power Of Spiritual Healing By Paramahansa Yogananda

In this powerful lecture titled "Harmonizing Physical, Mental, and Spiritual Methods of Healing," Paramahansa Yogananda explains the deep interconnection between the body, mind, and soul. He explores the concept that true healing goes beyond physical remedies and requires an alignment of our mental and spiritual energies with the universal life force.

Yogananda emphasizes that while medicines and physical treatments may offer temporary relief, true and lasting healing can only be achieved by harmonizing one’s inner and outer consciousness through divine power and mental discipline.

Drawing from his own experiences and wisdom, Yogananda elaborates on the various methods through which one can harness the power of thought and faith for healing. He explains that everything, from the body to the world we live in, is a condensed form of thought, and by changing our thoughts, we can affect our physical reality.

He encourages the practice of positive affirmations, meditation, and the use of willpower to overcome illnesses and suffering. By learning to control the mind, one can elevate their consciousness and find relief from physical and mental pain. Highlights include:

The spiritual method of healing through God’s power, which transcends physical limitations.
The interconnectedness of the body, mind, and soul and how each affects the other.
Real-life examples of miraculous healings that demonstrate the power of thought and faith.
The importance of not denying the reality of the body while striving to see it as part of God’s cosmic dream.
The subtle workings of the mind and how it can either heal or harm the body.
Techniques for developing mental strength and aligning with the higher consciousness.
How to overcome delusions of health and illness by realizing that they are part of the divine dream.

Yogananda shares compelling stories of miraculous healings and personal experiences that illustrate the power of mental and spiritual strength. He also emphasizes the need for common sense and cautions against fanaticism, explaining that one should use physical and mental methods of healing together until they reach a point where faith in God alone is sufficient.

The goal is to reach a state of spiritual awareness where one perceives the body as a temporary dream of the soul, enabling true freedom and fearlessness in the face of illness and suffering.

Ultimately, Yogananda’s teachings in this lecture guide us to see beyond the limitations of the physical body and connect with the divine essence within, which is the true source of all healing.

Video Link: The Power Of Spiritual Healing - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Ns2vtv1Z8k