Abstract Dr. Harish Chandra, Hindu Tradition Pay What You Can, suggested contribution $10For the month of November, the Rothko Chapel presented a meditation in the Hindu tradition. Led by Dr. Harish Chandra of Arya Samaj Greater Houston, this session explored the philosophy and methods written by Patanjali in Yoga-Sutras, defining Yoga as cessation of mental transience that leads to self-realization. Dr. Chandra described three different methods of Yoga and then practiced Ashtanga Yoga....

Abstract Hansa Medley, Hindu Tradition Suggested donation $10Experience the power of bhakti yoga, the process of loving devotional service to the Supreme. An essential part of bhakti yoga is mantra meditation, including meditation on God's Holy Names. Hansa Bhakti Medley M.D. has been practicing Gaudiya Vaisnavism since 1981 under the guidance of H.H. Tamal Krishna Goswami, a disciple of A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the founder of the Hare Krishna Movement. In addition to being...

Abstract Dr. Hansa Medley, Hindu TraditionGaudiya Vaishnavism (also known as Hare Krishna) is a branch of Hinduism that holds devotional worship of God as its main focus. According to holy texts, the prescribed method of developing one’s relationship with the Divine is to meditate upon His name. This meditation on the holy names of God can be practiced both individually on a rosary and collectively with musical accompaniment. This meditation will provide the participant an experience of...

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Swami Tyagananda, Hindu Meditation

Swami Tyagananda, a monk of the Ramakrishna Order since 1976, is the head of the Vedanta Society in Boston, and is the Hindu Chaplain at Harvard and MIT. He has written, translated and edited numerous books, most recently Walking the Walk: A Manual of Karma Yoga (2013). The series is co-sponsored by Ligmincha Texas Institute, The Jung Center of Houston, MD Anderson Cancer Center, and the Rothko Chapel.

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Meditation Leader Michael Perkola, Buddhist Tradition

Join Michael Perkola for a guided meditation to create unity and presence. Michael has primarily focused on learning from Zen Buddhism and the Gurdjieff Tradition. Since 2005, he has formed and led meditation groups in Houston and Tokyo. He currently teaches a weekly meditation class at YogaOne Studios.

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Led by Dr. Basheer Khumawala

Abstract For the month of May, the Rothko Chapel presented a meditation in the Islamic tradition led by Imam Dr. Wazir Ali of Masjid Warithud-Deen Mohammed and Masjid Al-Qur’an. About the presenter: Imam Dr. Wazir Ali is the Imam of the historic Masjid Warithud-Deen Mohammed and Masjid Al-Qur’an in Houston, Texas. Imam Dr. Ali completed an eight year mentorship program in Islamic Studies, comparative religion and Masjid administration under the guidance of Imam Qasim Ahmed. Imam Ali is...

Abstract Ali Kemal Civelek, Islamic TraditionJoin Ali Kemal Civelek for a meditation titled "The Beautiful Names of God." In Islamic tradition, the truth and essence of this universe is the names of God. Understanding and growing in this contemplation give maturity and meaning to life. In fact, for centuries, the Sufis main meditation has been on the names of God. Civelek currently serves as the Director of Houston Institute of Islam. He teaches Islam, Sufism and philosophy of Islam. He...

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Led by Dr. Sulekh C Jain

Abstract Samani Vikas Pragya and Samani Maryada Pragya, Jain Meditation Suggested donation $10, click here to make a donation ahead of timeJain meditation focuses on becoming aware of the renewal of both the universe and the individual in an effort to identify one’s true nature, or Atman, and to experience harmony and respect for other humans and nature.Samani Vikas Pragya has a master’s degree in Jainology, and Samani Maryda Pragya has a master’s degree in Sanskrit. Each...