These black-and-white photos stir within me the awareness that less is more, and that without duality there is unity.
California, United States
Looking at these pictures in the quiet of early morning as light gently dawns, I can’t help reflecting on Gurumayi’s generosity in sharing with us the beauty surrounding Shree Muktananda Ashram and marveling at the eternal bond connecting God and nature, Shri Guru, and my heart.
I am at peace.
Arizona, United States
Looking at the image of the full moon, I am encountering love. It is my own love, reflected. The variegated patterns, the iridescent smudges of shadow on the surface, add to the interest and beauty of this heavenly body. I am reminded that in imperfection, in startling change, dwells the perfection of my awakened joy. Most of all, I enter a peaceful state, a full stillness.
Warrnambool, Australia
Recently, after visiting this gallery, I began to experience a state of oneness within myself. Viewing these black and white images seemed to fill me with calmness. I felt a sense of sweetness and contentment within.
I am extremely grateful to Gurumayi for giving us her teachings in so many innovative ways.
Delhi, India
Recently, some negative, self-doubting thoughts had been arising in my mind. But then I visited this wonderful
Niscintata slideshow. Seeing these beautiful images of flowers and animals made me think that if nature can be so in harmony and worry-free, then so can I. The photograph of Bade Baba in the Temple made me realize that, even though life may sometimes seem very colorless, inside the temple of my heart, Bade Baba is always there to show me how to attain
niscintata.
Mumbai, India
I am thankful for this peaceful, serene, and artistic Niscintata gallery. The video in frame thirty-three of cascading water transported me into a still state. To me, the elements on the website, as well as all the Siddha Yoga practices, seem interlaced. I experience that they are woven together so beautifully that they inspire me to offer my gratitude again and again.
North Carolina, United States
As I looked at each of the black-and-white images, I noticed I could easefully get in touch with my experience of the essence of the moment photographed. For example, I could feel the cold air while looking at the bench placed close to the icy lake. Or I could hear the laughter and music at the dancing circles. After browsing through the gallery, I felt refreshed and expansive. It was as if I had meditated with my eyes open with a
dharana of harmony.
New York, United States
These images filled with light and shadow, and shades of grey, have a Zen-like quality that is so soothing. Removing the colors is like removing the unnecessary thoughts and activities of daily life and resting in the ever- present (but hidden) peace of the Self.
California, United States
Last night, I could not fall asleep, due to thoughts of certain challenges in my life. Even my normal practice of chanting, prayer, and meditation didn’t help me relax. So, I went to the Siddha Yoga path website where I found this beautiful Niscintata slideshow. These images had a wonderful impact on my restless mind. The black-and-white and soft tones of greys really helped to calm me down. The stillness of the snowy landscape seemed to permeate my being.
Stockholm, Sweden