Amrita Gita 2: You Are the Essence of OM

Dive into the living wisdom of the Omkara Divya Porule—a sacred scripture that preserves the purest teachings of Amma, Mata Amritanandamayi, in luminous verse. Over one year, you will explore thirty-three verses of Non-dual philosophy, devotional practice, and the radical path of selfless action through guided study and monthly live inquiry. Led by Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri, Amma's senior-most monastic disciple, this transmission invites you into a teaching that emerged decades ago as an act of pure devotion—and has since become a living scripture for spiritual seekers worldwide.

This is not a passive course. The Amrita Gita 2 unfolds at your own pace through recorded satsangs released monthly, each introducing three verses for contemplation. Then comes the heartbeat of the practice: a live Q&A gathering with Amma's teaching disciples, where your questions meet real time, real presence, and the collective intelligence of a sangha (spiritual community). Whether you are new to Amma's teachings or deepening a long-held devotion, this structured yet flexible approach honors both solitary reflection and the transformative power of study in community. Beginning Sunday, January 10, 2027, and offered through the Amrita Virtual Academy, this workshop welcomes seekers across Virginia and beyond.

What to Expect

Each month unfolds in three phases: First, you receive recorded satsangs—intimate teachings from the disciples—to introduce the three verses of that month. These are designed for self-paced study; listen when your practice calls. Next, you are invited into silent reflection, journaling, and contemplation of the verses themselves. Finally, you gather live (online) for a Q&A session with the teaching disciples, a chance to ask your deepest questions and receive guidance rooted in decades of transmission from Amma herself. By year's end, you will have moved through the complete Omkara Divya Porule, integrated its wisdom into your lived experience, and forged lasting connections with fellow seekers committed to Non-dual realization and karma yoga—the yoga of selfless service.

About the Artists / Teachers

Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri is recognized as Amma's senior-most monastic disciple and a distinguished spiritual teacher in his own right. Born in India and drawn to spiritual life from an early age, Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri has dedicated himself to transmitting Amma's teachings with clarity, depth, and devotion. He guides the Amrita Gita study with the authority and warmth of one who has lived these verses for decades.

Mata Amritanandamayi (Amma), born in Kerala, India in 1953, is a spiritual teacher and philanthropist whose practice of darshan—the free embrace of devotees—has touched millions across the globe. Her spontaneous teachings, preserved in the Omkara Divya Porule, form the scriptural heart of this course.

Venue & Logistics

The Amrita Gita 2 is hosted through the Amrita Virtual Academy and accessible from anywhere, including Virginia. The program begins Sunday, January 10, 2027. No special equipment is needed beyond a quiet space and an open heart; wear comfortable clothing for meditation. All materials and recordings are provided upon enrollment.