Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual Meditation Center United Nations Plaza

BKs in the USA

The Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual Organization in the USA is part of a worldwide network of learning and retreat centers with over a million members. We are dedicated to individual, societal and world transformation through the study and spiritual practice of raj yoga meditation. At the heart of our teaching is the belief that the pathway to individual peace and fulfillment is first realizing and then remembering our original nature as spiritual beings in connection with One Source, who provides meaning and purpose to our identity.

Our knowledge, revealed in the 1930’s in, describes the eternal truths of the soul and the Source, the philosophy of karma and the secrets of time. BK’s come together in 30 centers in the US to study this knowledge and its application in our lives. Raja Yoga is a knowledge base and practice regimen especially for this time in the history of the world.

What do we mean by “spirituality”?

“Spiritual” as a concept has different meanings for different people. For us, spirituality goes beyond formal notions of ritual or religious practice to the very essence of who we are as human beings, our essential relationships with one another and our eternal link to God, the One Source. Through the spiritual practice of raj yoga meditation we become aware of and intimately experience these connections. Being spiritual is understanding that which is eternal, and consciously acting from this perspective.

How do we see the original nature of human beings?

We recognize the original nature of every human being to be innately good and virtuous — naturally radiating love, peace, happiness, wisdom and purity from the very core of our being, the soul. Over time, the soul loses awareness of its original brilliance and natural power. Ultimately it is the link with its eternal Parent, the Source, that provides the opportunity for renewal and a return to our original pure and powerful nature.

The soul is the living, spiritual essence deep within each human being, endowed with reason and conscience. Our personalities, thoughts, capacity to judge and make decisions are all aspects of the soul. Our values and powers are formed and expressed from the soul.

Meditating is easy. Raja Yoga even has the name ‘Easy Raja Yoga’. But sometimes getting started needs a little explanation. Here is a simple five-step process to follow.Soon you’ll arrive at the quiet still place with just a single stride – a single thought – and you won’t even need to take five steps.