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Ánanda Márga Pracáraka Saḿgha
Formation1 January 1955; 69 years ago (1955-01-01)
TypeINGO
Legal statusAssociation
PurposeSocio-Spiritual
Location
  • International
Region served
Worldwide
Membership
Private persons
Main organ
Central Purodhá Board
Websitewww.anandamarga.org

Ánanda Márga (Sanskrit: आनन्द मार्ग ānanda mārga "The Path of Bliss", also spelled Anand Marg and Ananda Marg) or officially Ánanda Márga Pracáraka Saḿgha (organisation for the propagation of the path of bliss) is a socio-spiritual organisation and movement founded in Jamalpur, Bihar, India, in 1955 by Prabhat Ranjan Sarkar. It is also the name of the philosophy and life-style propounded by Sarkar, described as a practical philosophy for personal development, social service and the all-around transformation of the society.

Various definitions[edit]

Universal Humanism[edit]

Ananda Marga, a spiritual and social service organization, was founded in 1955 by P. R. Sarkar. It spread world-wide in the 1970's. Based on a blending of the spiritual practices of Tantra Yoga and social welfare ideals, Ananda Marga teaches meditation and various yoga practices, as well as running schools, homes and a wide range of social welfare projects.

In 1959, Sarkar, who is also known as Shrii Shrii Anandamurti, extended the scope of Ananda Marga philosophy to encompass certain socio-economic principles, which have become known as Prout – an acronym for Progressive Utilization Theory. This theory blends spiritual with socialistic idealism – a formula familiar in Eastern India, where prominent nationalists such as Vivekananda and Subhas Chandra Bose also made use of the present Ananda Marga slogan – “Liberation of Self and Service to Humanity”. Prout is the social side of a total philosophy that blends concepts of spiritual and social liberation.

The adoption of social activism by a spiritual organization created controversy in India, and attempts were made to suppress both Ananda Marga and Prout. The Central Indian Government made several unsuccessful attempts to ban members of Ananda Marga from employment in the public service, and Sarkar himself was falsely accused of various crimes and gaoled for nearly seven years. The courts finally rejected the charges against him and released him in 1978.

Ananda Marga .org[edit]

Ananda Marga is a global spiritual and social service organization founded in 1955 by Shrii Shrii Anandamurti (Prabhat Ranjan Sarkar). The mission of Ananda Marga is self-realization (individual emancipation) and service to humanity (collective welfare): the fulfillment of the physical, mental and spiritual needs of all people. Through its meditation centers and service projects around the world, Ananda Marga offers instruction in meditation, yoga and other self-development practices on a non-commercial basis, and responds to social emergencies and long-term social needs.

anandamarga.org.ar[edit]

Ananda Marga es un movimiento espiritual y social, iniciado en India en 1955 por Shrii Prabhat Ranjan Sarkar. En la actualidad, Ananda Marga es una gran comunidad internacional de practicantes de Yoga y Meditación que cuenta con sedes en más de 160 países.

El lema fundamental de Ananda Marga es: "Atma moksartham jagat hitaya ca", frase en sánscrito que significa: "Autoconocimiento y servicio a la humanidad". Esto quiere decir que mientras se trabaja para lograr el desarrollo individual físico, mental y espiritual, también se ayuda al resto de la sociedad para que todos puedan lograr esos mismos objetivos.

AM Italia[edit]

Ananda Marga (dal sanscrito "Sentiero della Beatitudine"), è stata fondata in India nel 1955 da Prabhat Ranjan Sarkar (1921 - 1990), conosciuto anche con il nome spirituale di Shrii Shrii Anandamurti. Il fondamento ideologico di Ananda Marga si basa sulla teoria che il totale potenziale umano può essere raggiunto attraverso un percorso di crescita interiore e servizio alla società.

History[edit]

आनन्द मार्ग प्रचारक संघ

Philosophy[edit]

With citations for further information[edit]

Ánanda Márga (Sanskrit: आनन्द मार्ग ānanda mārga "The Path of Bliss",[1] also spelled Anand Marg and Ananda Marg)[2] or officially Ánanda Márga Pracáraka Saḿgha[3] (Organisation for the propagation of the path of bliss) is a socio-spiritual[4][5] organisation and movement[4][6] founded in Jamalpur, Bihar, India in 1955 by Prabhat Ranjan Sarkar.[1][2][6][7][8] It is also the name of the philosophy and life-style propounded by Sarkar, described as a practical philosophy for personal development, social service and the all around transformation of the society.[9]

Citations[edit]

  1. ^ a b Elson, Barry D.; Hauri, Peter; Cunis, David (1977). "Physiological Changes in Yoga Meditation". Psychophysiology. 14 (1). University of Connecticut School of Medicine, Farmington, CT, Dartmouth Medical School and Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH: 52–57. doi:10.1111/j.1469-8986.1977.tb01155.x. PMID 319471. Retrieved 25 September 2013.{{cite journal}}: CS1 maint: date and year (link)
  2. ^ a b "Anand Marg Movement". The Jamalpur.com. Retrieved 25 September 2013. {{cite web}}: External link in |work= (help)
  3. ^ Ánandamúrti, Shrii Shrii (2004). Ánanda Márga Caryácarya Part I (Sixth ed.). Ananda Marga Publications. ISBN 81-7252-028-X.
  4. ^ a b Hermans, Chris A. M. (2001). Social Constructionism and Theology. Brill Academic Publishers. p. 47. ISBN 90-04-12318-0. {{cite book}}: Unknown parameter |coauthors= ignored (|author= suggested) (help)
  5. ^ Chryssides, George D. (1999). Exploring New Religions. London: Continuum International Publishing Group. p. 370. ISBN 0-304-33651-3.
  6. ^ a b Khan, M. I. (16/11/2011). "Plan for memorial for Anand Marga founder faces hurdles". Rediff News. Retrieved 26 September 2013. {{cite news}}: Check date values in: |date= (help)
  7. ^ "Ananda Marga". Aotearoa Meditation Directory. Retrieved 25 September 2013. {{cite web}}: External link in |work= (help)
  8. ^ "Ananda Marga Denver". The Denver Post. Retrieved 25 September 2013. {{cite web}}: External link in |work= (help)
  9. ^ Ahtrens, Wolfgang (1982). Die Weisheit der Tantralehre. Mainz: Dharma Verlag. p. 6. ISBN 3-921769-04-3.

Citations Help[edit]

  1. Physiological Changes in Yoga Meditation: Ananda Marga (The "Path of Bliss") is a socio-spiritual organization founded in India in 1955 by followers of Sri Sri Anandamurtijii. Ananda Marga meditation...
  2. Anand Marg Movement: a little history and purpose
  3. Carya Carya, Part 1: Legal bodies, laws
  4. Hermans, Social Constructionism and Theology: Movement
  5. Exploring New Religions: Definition
  6. Rediff News: Definition, Jamalpur, Memorial, Increase in land prices
  7. Aotearoa: Definition
  8. Denver Post: Definition and activities (short)
  9. Wolfgang, Die Weisheit der Tantralehre: Practises

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