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Sri Ramana Teachings

Sri Ramana Teachings

Sri Ramana Center of Houston 300 episodes Nov 6, 2026

Sri Ramana Teachings presents the philosophy and practice of self-investigation (ātma-vicāra) and self-surrender (ātma-samarpana) as taught by Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi. Episodes explore how these two complementary approaches lead to the realization of the true nature of the self. The podcast is produced by the Sri Ramana Center of Houston and draws on the teachings and guidance of Ramana Maharshi's disciples and lineage. It is intended for listeners interested in Advaita Vedanta and the direct path of self-enquiry.

Episodes

Guru Vācaka Kōvai verse 86: If you see to whom, there is no seeming confusion
Guru Vācaka Kōvai verse 86: If you see to whom, there is no seeming confusion Nov 6, 2026 3:02:03 In an online meeting with Ramana Maharshi Foundation UK, on 31 October 2026, Michael discusses Guru Vācaka Kōvai verse 86. This episode can be watched as a video on YouTube. Michael's explanations on the original works of Bhagavan can be watched free of advertisements on our Vimeo video channel. Books by Sri Sadhu Om and Michael James that are currently available on Amazon: By Sri Sadhu Om ► The P
The Original Writings of Bhagavan Ramana: An Overview, Part 1
The Original Writings of Bhagavan Ramana: An Overview, Part 1 Oct 30, 2026 3:16:11 In an online meeting with Kumar Saran, Sri Ramana Center of Houston, on 18 October 2026, Michael gives an overview of the original writings of Bhagavan Ramana. This episode can be watched as a video on YouTube. Michael's explanations on the original works of Bhagavan can be watched free of advertisements on our Vimeo video channel. Books by Sri Sadhu Om and Michael James that are currently availab
No one other than God can perform the function of guru
No one other than God can perform the function of guru Oct 26, 2026 1:49:22 In an online meeting with the Chicago Ramana devotees on 25 October 2026, Michael answers various questions about the teachings of Bhagavan Ramana. This episode can be watched as a video on YouTube. Michael's explanations on the original works of Bhagavan can be watched free of advertisements on our Vimeo video channel. Books by Sri Sadhu Om and Michael James that are currently available on Amaz
Self-attention dissolves duality, attending to anything else perpetuates it
Self-attention dissolves duality, attending to anything else perpetuates it Oct 24, 2026 2:05:25 In an online meeting with the San Diego Ramana Satsang (ramana-satsang-sd@googlegroups.com) on 11 October 2026, Michael answers various questions about Bhagavan’s teachings. This episode can be watched as a video on YouTube. A more compressed audio copy in Opus format can be downloaded from MediaFire. Advertisement-free videos on the original writings of Bhagavan Ramana with explanations by Michae
Guru Vācaka Kōvai verse 85: Ātman is the material cause, not the efficient cause
Guru Vācaka Kōvai verse 85: Ātman is the material cause, not the efficient cause Oct 18, 2026 3:00:38 In an online meeting with the Ramana Maharshi Foundation UK on 10 October 2026, Michael explains Guru Vācaka Kōvai verse 85, and then answers questions on Bhagavan Ramana's teachings. This episode can be watched as a video on YouTube. A more compressed audio copy in Opus format can be downloaded from MediaFire. Michael's explanations on the original works of Bhagavan can be watched free of adverti
Upadēśa Taṉippākkaḷ verses 8, 9 and 10: ‘I am this body’ and other delusions
Upadēśa Taṉippākkaḷ verses 8, 9 and 10: ‘I am this body’ and other delusions Oct 10, 2026 1:45:44 In an online meeting with Sri Ramana Center, Houston, on 3 October 2026, Michael James discusses Upadēśa Taṉippākkaḷ verse 8,9 and 10. This episode can be watched as a video on our advertisement-free Vimeo video channel or YouTube. A compressed audio copy in Opus format can be downloaded from MediaFire. Books by Sri Sadhu Om and Michael James that are currently available on Amazon: By Sri Sadhu Om
What does Bhagavan Ramana mean by saying we should surrender all our burden to God?
What does Bhagavan Ramana mean by saying we should surrender all our burden to God? Oct 7, 2026 2:05:39 In an online meeting with the Chicago Ramana devotees on 27 September 2026, Michael answers various questions about the teachings of Bhagavan Ramana. This episode can be watched as a video on YouTube. A more compressed audio copy in Opus format can be downloaded from MediaFire. Michael's explanations on the original works of Bhagavan can be watched free of advertisements on our Vimeo video channel
Guru Vācaka Kōvai verse 84: All that appears existed as vāsanās in the heart
Guru Vācaka Kōvai verse 84: All that appears existed as vāsanās in the heart Oct 2, 2026 2:46:29 In an online meeting with the Ramana Maharshi Foundation UK on 26 September 2026, Michael explains Guru Vācaka Kōvai verse 84, and then answers questions on Bhagavan Ramana's teachings. This episode can be watched as a video on Youtube. A more compressed audio copy in Opus format can be downloaded from MediaFire. Michael's explanations on the original works of Bhagavan can be watched free of adver
We must try to be self attentive as much as possible in all circumstances
We must try to be self attentive as much as possible in all circumstances Sep 25, 2026 2:00:05 In an online meeting with the San Diego Ramana Satsang (ramana-satsang-sd@googlegroups.com) on 13 September 2026, Michael answers various questions about Bhagavan’s teachings. This episode is available as a video on YouTube, and a more compressed audio copy in Opus format can be downloaded from MediaFire. Advertisement-free videos on the original writings of Bhagavan Ramana with explanations by Mi
Vivarta siddhānta: Uḷḷadu Nāṟpadu verse 1 & Guru Vācaka Kōvai verse 83
Vivarta siddhānta: Uḷḷadu Nāṟpadu verse 1 & Guru Vācaka Kōvai verse 83 Sep 25, 2026 3:09:37 In an online meeting with the Ramana Maharshi Foundation UK on 12th September 2026, Michael explains Vivarta siddhānta: Uḷḷadu Nāṟpadu verse 1 (https://sriramanateachings.org/blog/2017/10/ulladu-narpadu-tamil-text.html#un01and ) Guru Vācaka Kōvai verse 83 (https://sriramanateachings.org/gvk-translations.html#gvk83 ), and then answers questions on Bhagavan Ramana's teachings.  This episode is avail
Upadēśa Taṉippākkaḷ verse 7: We should repent causing harm even accidentally
Upadēśa Taṉippākkaḷ verse 7: We should repent causing harm even accidentally Sep 14, 2026 1:48:34 In an online meeting with Sri Ramana Center, Houston, on 5 September 2026, Michael James discusses Upadēśa Taṉippākkaḷ verse 7. This episode can be watched as a video on our ad-free Vimeo video channel or on YouTube. A compressed audio copy in Opus format can be downloaded from MediaFire . Books by Sri Sadhu Om and Michael James that are currently available on Amazon: By Sri Sadhu Om: ► The Path o
Bhagavan’s Advent reflects and symbolises what happened during his death experience
Bhagavan’s Advent reflects and symbolises what happened during his death experience Sep 13, 2026 19:27 In an online meeting with a group of Bhagavan’s devotees in Hyderabad, Michael James discusses Bhagavan's teachings. This episode can be watched as a video on YouTube. A more compressed audio copy in Opus format can be downloaded from MediaFire. Songs of Sri Sadhu Om with English translations can be accessed on our Vimeo video channel. Books by Sri Sadhu Om and Michael James that are currently ava

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