06/18/2026
Meet Dr. Manoj Chalam.
Often called a “spiritual stand-up comedian,” Manoj blends humor, storytelling, and the rich symbolism of Hindu and Buddhist deities to make Bhakti yoga and non-dual philosophy accessible, engaging, and deeply transformative.
An Indian-born scientist with a PhD in Chemical Engineering from Cornell University, Manoj helps students discover their archetypal path through yogic deity traditions. Drawing on the work of Joseph Campbell and Carl Jung, he teaches practical ways to work with these archetypes as a living spiritual practice.
Through workshops, online teachings, YouTube videos, and his San Diego-based Sakhya Bhava Ashram (“where the divine is your friend”), Manoj has inspired thousands through the power of story. His work has been featured by the Ram Dass Foundation, and he is the co-creator of the Murtis & Vedanta online ashram community.
Expect a workshop experience that is equal parts insightful, interactive, and inspiring—blending lecture, group exercises, archetypal deity meditations, mantra, and embodied practice.
Learn more:
MurtisAndVedanta.com
We’re honored to welcome Manoj to New Orleans Yoga Festival.