Mukundananda

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{{Infobox Hindu leader

| name = Swami Mukundananda

| image =File:Swami Mukundananda Retreat Lecture.jpg

| religion = Hinduism

| birth_date = {{Birth date|1960|12|19|df=y}}[https://jkuniversity.in/swami-mukundananda/ "Swami Mukundananda"]. jkuniversity.in. Retrieved 20 March 2023. (age 64)

| birth_place = India

| nationality = Indian

| guru = Kripalu Maharaj

| philosophy = Bhakti yoga

| founder = JKYog, JKYog India, Radha Krishna Temple, Dallas

| footnotes =

| website = {{URL|swamimukundananda.org}}

| education = Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi (B Tech)

Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta (MBA)

}}

Swami Mukundananda is a spiritual leader, Vedic scholar, author,{{Cite web |last=Chawla |first=Saurabh |date=2023-01-09 |title=Swami Mukundananda - A Manual For Life {{!}} Author Interviews |url=https://www.storizen.com/author-interviews/swami-mukundananda-a-manual-for-life/ |access-date=2024-04-05 |website=Storizen |language=en-US}} and a teacher of spirituality, yoga and meditation from India. He is a senior disciple of Jagadguru Kripaluji Maharaj and the founder of the yogic system called Jagadguru Kripaluji Yog, widely known as JKYog.{{Cite web |date=2020-11-05 |title=Swami Mukundananda on Spirituality, Science of Mind Management: TIT102 |url=https://theinspiringtalk.com/swami-mukundananda/ |access-date=2024-01-04 |language=en-US}} A proponent of the path of bhakti, Swami Mukundananda is a sannyasi (monk), who has a technical and management background which complements his spiritual knowledge.

He lectures worldwide on various topics such as the Art of Mind Management, Good Health Through Yoga, Meditation, and Spirituality, Bhagavad Gita for Everyday Living, Patanjali Yoga Sutras, World Peace,{{Cite web |title=India is mother of spirituality & democracy : President Murmu {{!}} India Tribune |url=https://indiatribune.com/india-is-mother-of-spirituality-democracy-president-murmu/ |access-date=2024-03-17}} and more. In addition, he writes books and commentaries, conducts programs at corporate houses and educational institutions, and guides a worldwide congregation of devotees.{{Cite web |title=Swami Mukundananda: Lectures on Life Transformation, Science of Happiness {{!}} Indo American News |url=https://www.indoamerican-news.com/swami-mukundananda-lectures-on-life-transformation-science-of-happiness/ |access-date=2024-01-04}}

Biography

= Early life and education =

Swami Mukundananda finished his B.Tech. from Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Delhi. He then completed his MBA from the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Kolkata. After that, he worked for some time with one of India’s topmost industrial houses. However, the call of God was so strong that after a short while on a successful corporate executive career path, he renounced his professional career to take sannyasa in quest for God-realization.{{Cite web |title=Swami Mukundananda: Lectures on Life Transformation, Science of Happiness {{!}} Indo American News |url=https://www.indoamerican-news.com/swami-mukundananda-lectures-on-life-transformation-science-of-happiness/ |access-date=2024-02-29}}

= Pursuit of spirituality =

During his travels, Swami Mukundananda associated closely with many elevated saints of India, read the writings of the great Acharyas of the past, and lived in many famous holy places. Ultimately, his search took him to the lotus feet of his Spiritual Master, Jagadguru Shree Kripaluji Maharaj. Under his guidance, he practiced intense sadhana while residing in the ashram. He also extensively studied the Vedic scriptures and the Indian and Western systems of philosophy.{{Cite web |title=6Bridges.com - The Saint and the Sciences: The story of IIM and IIT alumnus Swami Mukundananda and his powerful Spiritual Odyssey |url=http://6bridges.com/Content.asp?chk=1&DataID=2334&ShowAll=1 |access-date=2024-02-29 |website=6bridges.com}} Upon completion of his studies, his Guru entrusted him with the key task of propagating divine knowledge worldwide.{{Cite web |date=2021-11-28 |title=Swami Mukundananda: The man who could have bought Ferrari but happily settled for monkhood |url=https://www.firstpost.com/india/swami-mukundananda-the-man-who-could-have-bought-ferrari-but-happily-settled-for-monkhood-10170791.html |access-date=2024-02-29 |website=Firstpost |language=en-us}} Ever since, Swami Mukundananda has been traveling far and wide over the years, inspiring people all over the world, on the path of spirituality, holistic health, yoga, meditation, service to society, and God-realization.{{Cite web |title=The Body, Mind & Soul Relationship {{!}} Indo American News |url=https://www.indoamerican-news.com/the-body-mind-soul-relationship/ |access-date=2024-02-29}}

JKYog

JKYog (Jagadguru Kripaluji Yog) is a non-profit charitable organization founded by Swami Mukundananda. JKYog in USA is headquartered at the Radha Krishna Temple in Dallas, Texas. JKYog in India, also known as Jagadguru Kripalu Yog Trust, is headquartered at the Jagadguru Kripalu University Campus, in Banara, Odisha.

JKYog is involved in the comprehensive development of society by teaching knowledge of the Vedic scriptures, including the Upanishads, Puranas, Ramayan, Bhagavad Gita, and more.

= Teachings and philosophy =

Swami Mukundananda is the founder of the unique Yogic system, JKYog, “Jagadguru Kripalu Yog” also known as Yoga for the Body, Mind and Soul that incorporates physical, mental, intellectual, and spiritual well-being.{{Cite web |title=The Body, Mind & Soul Relationship {{!}} Indo American News |url=https://www.indoamerican-news.com/the-body-mind-soul-relationship/ |access-date=2023-06-28}}

Swami Mukundananda, in his discourses as well as books, presents deep esoteric concepts of the Vedic scriptures in an easy-to-understand and logical manner relevant to modern-day living.{{Cite web |title=Swami Mukundananda: Lectures on Life Transformation, Science of Happiness {{!}} Indo American News |url=https://www.indoamerican-news.com/swami-mukundananda-lectures-on-life-transformation-science-of-happiness/ |access-date=2023-06-28}} Being a Bhakti Saint, his core philosophy is based on developing selfless devotion and service to God.{{Cite web |title=Practice—the key to mastery |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/lifestyle/spirituality/2021/oct/24/practicethe-key-to-mastery-2374375.html |access-date=2023-06-28 |website=The New Indian Express}} He propagates wisdom on purification of the mind to elevate the quality of our thoughts to lead a fulfilling life.

= Temples and congregation centres =

Swami Mukundananda has established multiple satsang centers in India and US. He has founded the Radha Krishna Temple of Dallas, USA;{{Cite web |title=Radha Krishna Temple opens in Dallas |url=https://india-herald.com/radha-krishna-temple-opens-in-dallas-p5832-56.htm#google_vignette |access-date=2024-02-29 |website=india-herald.com}} Radha Krishna Temple, Bay Area, USA; and Radha Krishna Mandir, Cuttack, Odisha, India. He has also instituted the JKYog Ashram, Banara, Odisha, India; Purushottam Vatika, Puri, Odisha, India; and Shree Radha Nikunj Bihari Ashram, Sambalpur, Odisha, India.

= Life Transformation Programs (LTPs) and spiritual retreats =

Swami Mukundananda conducts Life Transformation Programs (LTPs) in multiple cities in the US and India. These week-long programs include intellectual discourses and meditation sessions.{{Cite web |last=Bhatia |first=Dr R. L. |title=World HRD Congress™ {{!}} HRD {{!}} HR Events {{!}} HR Conference {{!}} HR Awards |url=https://www.worldhrdcongress.com/role-players/2020/swami_mukundananda.html |access-date=2024-02-29 |website=Dr. R. L. Bhatia |language=English}}{{Cite web |title=Swami Mukundananda: Lectures on Life Transformation, Science of Happiness {{!}} Indo American News |url=https://www.indoamerican-news.com/swami-mukundananda-lectures-on-life-transformation-science-of-happiness/ |access-date=2024-02-29}}

In addition, Swami Mukundananda conducts spiritual retreats{{Cite web |last=Yog (J.K.Y.) |first=Jagadguru Kripalu |title=Yoga-Meditation Sessions & Lectures On 'Art of Mind Management' By Swami Mukundananda At Flushing-NY |url=https://www.prlog.org/10340894-yogameditation-sessions-lectures-on-art-of-mind-management-by-swami-mukundananda-at-flushingny.html |access-date=2024-02-29 |website=PRLog}} in the USA and India for the holistic upliftment of the body, mind, and soul. These retreats consist of yoga and meditation, knowledge sessions, chanting, festival celebrations, kids/youth classes, and question and answer sessions.

= Jagadguru Kripalu University (JKU) =

Jagadguru Kripalu University, founded by Swami Mukundananda, is a multidisciplinary university being established in the developing state of Odisha, India. The University aims to provide quality and accessible education delivering programs in Health Sciences, Information Technology, Engineering, Business Studies, and Humanities, along with emphasis on Spiritual Sciences, Yogic Sciences, and Naturopathy.{{Cite web |date=2023-04-13 |title=Education with Best of the East and the West |url=https://blitzindiamedia.com/education-with-best-of-the-east-and-the-west/ |access-date=2024-04-16 |language=en-US}}

Events

Swami Mukundananda conducts Life Transformation Programs (LTPs){{Cite web |last=Bhatia |first=Dr R. L. |title=World HRD Congress™ {{!}} HRD {{!}} HR Events {{!}} HR Conference {{!}} HR Awards |url=https://www.worldhrdcongress.com/role-players/2020/swami_mukundananda.html |access-date=2023-06-28 |website=Dr. R. L. Bhatia |language=English}} and Spiritual Retreats (Sadhana Shivirs){{Cite web |last=Yog (J.K.Y.) |first=Jagadguru Kripalu |title=Yoga-Meditation Sessions & Lectures On 'Art of Mind Management' By Swami Mukundananda At Flushing-NY |url=https://www.prlog.org/10340894-yogameditation-sessions-lectures-on-art-of-mind-management-by-swami-mukundananda-at-flushingny.html |access-date=2023-06-28 |website=PRLog}} as a part of his India and USA tour.

= Swamiji's discourses =

Swami Mukundananda Ji, was one of the speakers in the Bhagavad Gita Summit (from 10–14 December 2021) during Gita Jayanti at Dallas, Texas, US along with other notable personalities such as Dr. Menas Kafatos, Mr. Shiv Khera, Kiran Bedi, Brahmacharini Gloria Arieira, Dantu Muralikrishna and others.{{cite web |title=JKYog Bhagavad Gita Summit {{!}} RKTemple |url=https://www.radhakrishnatemple.net/jkyog-bhagavad-gita-summit |website=adhakrishnatemple.net |publisher=Radha Krishna Temple |access-date=2022-01-05 |archive-date=2022-05-19 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220519113705/https://www.radhakrishnatemple.net/jkyog-bhagavad-gita-summit |url-status=dead }}{{cite web |date=10 December 2021 |title=Renowned speakers from all over world to attend JKYog Bhagavad Gita Summit |url=https://www.business-standard.com/content/press-releases-ani/renowned-speakers-from-all-over-world-to-attend-jkyog-bhagavad-gita-summit-121121000554_1.html |website=www.business-standard.com}}

Books

= The Science of Mind Management =

In 2020, Swami Mukundananda authored his second book on mind management, called The Science of Mind Management.{{cite web|author= |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/books-and-literature/the-science-of-mind-management-by-swami-mukundananda-an-extract-6603186/ |title= The Science of Mind Management by Swami Mukundananda: An extract |website= indianexpress.com |publisher=The Indian Express|date= 20 September 2020|access-date=2020-09-20}}{{cite book|title= The Science of Mind Management |date= 14 September 2020|isbn = 978-9389648447|last1= Mukundananda |first1= Swami |publisher= Westland Publications Private Limited}}{{cite web|author= |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/books/excerpt-the-science-of-mind-management-by-swami-mukundananda/story-cbtKV1fLbltCSG2lIJZLyK.html

|title= Excerpt: The Science of Mind Management by Swami Mukundananda |website= www.hindustantimes.com|publisher=Hindustan Times|date= 2 October 2020|access-date=2020-10-02}}{{cite web|author= |url=https://www.deccanherald.com/special-features/books-for-the-week-sept-27th-to-oct-3rd-893159.html

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He charts the four different aspects of the human mind and lays down a clear path towards mastering it. Through witty anecdotes, real-life accounts and stories from the Vedic scriptures, he gently guides readers on the road to winning their inner battle.

The book was ranked second in the Hindustan Times Nielsen's bestseller list.{{cite web|author= |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/books/the-ht-nielsen-bestseller-list-for-the-week-ending-26th-september/story-wd7bZdH68BcwPl3Q0TGsnI.html |title= The HT Nielsen Bestseller list|publisher=Hindustan Times|website= www.hindustantimes.com|date= 2 October 2020|access-date=2020-10-02}}

Selected publications

Bhagavad Gita: The Song of God (English) {{ISBN| 978-9355204455}} (2013)
Questions You Always Wanted to Ask {{ISBN|978-9357025713 }} (2023)
The Art and Science of Happiness {{ISBN|978-0143452348 }} (2023)
Golden Rules for Living Your Best Life {{ISBN|978-9355207883 }} (2022)
The Power of Thoughts {{ISBN|978-0143452331 }} (2022)
7 Divine Laws to Awaken Your Best Self (English) {{ISBN|978-93-9032-708-9}} (2020)
The Science of Mind Management (English): With proper knowledge, training, and discipline, it is possible to unleash the mind's infinite potential {{ISBN|978-9355204523}} (2020)
7 Mindsets for Success, Happiness and Fulfilment (English) {{ISBN|978-9355204387 }} (2019)
Spiritual Dialectics (English): Answers to some of the challenging questions on spirituality {{ISBN|978-0-9826675-9-0}} (2011)
Yoga for the Body, Mind & Soul: Comprehensive book on yogasanas, pranayamas, subtle body relaxation, and meditation {{ISBN|978-8193768921}} (2011)
Science of Healthy Diet {{ISBN|978-0996869317 }} (2017)
Essence of Hinduism: Principles of Hindu philosophy and traditions: A summary of the Vedic scriptures {{ISBN|978-0-9826675-8-3}} (2011)
My Wisdom Book: Everyday Shlokas, Mantras, Bhajans and More {{ISBN|978-9355204509 }} (2021)
Ramayan: The Immortal Story of Duty and Devotion {{ISBN|978-0996869348 }} (2018)
My Best Friend Krishna: Captivating stories about Lord Krishna and His beautiful childhood {{ISBN| 978-0996869300 }} (2016)
Healthy Body Healthy Mind: Yoga for Children {{ISBN|978-0983396703 }} (2011)
Inspiring Stories for Children, Vol. 1: {{ISBN|978-0-9826675-0-7}} (2010)
Inspiring Stories for Children, Vol. 2: {{ISBN|978-0-9826675-1-4}} (2010)
Inspiring Stories for Children, Vol. 3: {{ISBN|978-0-9826675-2-1}} (2010)
Inspiring Stories for Children, Vol. 4: {{ISBN|978-0-9826675-3-8}} (2010)
Bal-Mukund Festivals of India: All major festivals of India and their spiritual, cultural and religious significance {{ISBN|978-0-9826675-4-5}} (2010)
Bal-Mukund Wisdom Book: Noble values for children's personality development: Verses and chants for children to learn {{ISBN|978-0-9826675-5-2}} (2010)
Bal-Mukund Saints of India: Great saints of India and their influence on society {{ISBN|978-0-9826675-6-9}} (2010)

YouTube Channel

[https://www.youtube.com/@swamimukundananda Swami Mukundananda YouTube Channel] was established in 2009, and has 2.89 million subscribers, with 1900+ videos. It is amongst India's top five YT channels for daily inspiration, spiritual insights, mind management, and personal transformation.{{Cite web |date=2025-02-11 |title=5 Best Spiritual YouTube channels in India you should follow for wisdom and enlightenment |url=https://www.news9live.com/lifestyle/spirituality/best-spiritual-youtube-channels-in-india-2818942 |access-date=2025-02-18 |website=News9live |language=en-US}}