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Celebrating Shri Gurudev Mahendranath: A Life of Wisdom and Awakening

Celebrating Shri Gurudev Mahendranath: A Life of Wisdom and Awakening

April 29 marks a sacred day for the International Nath Order as we celebrate the birthday of our beloved founder, Shri Gurudev Mahendranath (1911–1991). Born Lawrence Miles in London, Mahendranath’s journey from a curious seeker to an Avadhut and tantric master continues to inspire spiritual aspirants worldwide. His teachings, rooted in the Adinath and…

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Nath Alchemy: A Practical Application

Nath Alchemy: A Practical Application

Sri Vijayanath The intent of this treatise is to elucidate some ways in which our Sadhana becomes a practical alchemical solvent to everyday life and its mundane circumstances. If you are interested in transforming the base elements of your life experience into spiritual “gold,” please read on. Throughout the human lifespan, an individual will…

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Twilight Yoga Retreat – Florida

Twilight Yoga Retreat – Florida

A second Twilight Yoga Retreat has been added at Kula Farms & Eco Retreat, Mayo, Florida – May 8-12 • Experience powerful rituals during the transformative twilight hours—dawn and dusk.• Silent meditation and formal ritual including chanting mantras and making offerings, and co-creating a potent space and magickally activated space.• Enjoy cool, clear, cave-fed…

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New Events for 2025

New Events for 2025

New INO Events: Experience the Practices of the INO This fall, join us for the annual INO Mela and a Twilight Yoga retreat with Sri Vijayanath on the lush Washington Peninsula and Breitenbush Hot Springs. Retreat 1: INO Mela – Nath Alchemy on the Washington Peninsula, August 6-13 • Meditate, chant, and participate in…

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