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The four yogic paths are interdependent, each requiring the others for fulfillment. Karma Yoga needs the knowledge of Jñāna, the devotion of Bhakti, and the discipline of Rāja. Bhakti Yoga requires the action of Karma, the understanding of Jñāna, and the structure of Rāja. These paths are united like the elements in a body. True discipline, or Rāja Yoga, means following the Guru's word without deviation. In this age, many seek blessings without discipline, believing a mantra is sufficient. This is a mistake. To attain self-realization, one must obey the Master's instructions completely. A story illustrates this: a disciple ignored his guru's specific warning and, by claiming ownership of a thief's shoes, was condemned to hang. The guru's word is paramount; its value is often understood only in hindsight. Holy scriptures constitute this essential guidance. "Karma Yoga needs Bhakti Yoga. Karma Yoga needs Jñāna Yoga. And Karma Yoga also needs Rāja Yoga." "If you truly wish to achieve ātmā jñāna, self-realization, liberation, immortality, divinity, and saintliness, then you must follow what the Master says." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The Vajranāḍī is the root of immunity and the regulator of prāṇa. Yogic science describes a network of 72,000 nāḍīs through which prāṇa, or life energy, flows. Modern medical science often conflicts with this view, denying the existence of these channels and the central nāḍīs: Iḍā, Piṅgalā, and Suṣumnā. Blockages in these energy pathways cause disease. The Vajranāḍī is crucial; it functions like an electrical earth, balancing the system and controlling all other nāḍīs. Its health is governed from the Maṇipūra Cakra at the navel. When the Vajranāḍī is weak, prāṇa flow diminishes, leading to blockages and illness. Prāṇāyāma purifies these channels. Specific practices like Vajrāsana and toe movements strengthen the Vajranāḍī, which is vital for immunity. The sound and nectar of creation originate from the navel. All bodily functions are guided by prāṇa, which is the essence of life. "Guru caraṇo me yād sat tīrat hai, wo Veda purāṇa me gāte hai." "The Vajranāḍī in the body controls all the nerves, 72,000, and that functions like earthing for electricity." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

The true Self is the unchanging reality beyond all transient forms. Śaṅkarācārya's works, like the Viveka Chūḍāmaṇi, teach Advaita, or non-duality, asserting no difference between the individual Ātman and the supreme Brahman. Where duality exists, there is change and suffering. Our body, mind, and feelings are changeable, but the Ātman is not. The practice is to discriminate between the Self and the non-self. The Self's nature is Sat-Cit-Ānanda: existence, consciousness, and bliss. This reality is undisturbed, like the ocean is undisturbed by waves. All problems arise from identifying with the body and mind. Knowing your true Self is the answer to every question and the end of suffering. Liberation is realizing you are that blissful consciousness. Religious conflict stems from not knowing this Self. "Where there is duality, there is change or an end. Where there is no dualism, there is unity." "Know thyself' is the answer to all your questions. 'Know thyself' is salvation from all the problems." Filming location: Vienna, Austria DVD 151b

Integrating cakra, mantra, and movement creates a complete practice. Concentration on the cakra is a distinct practice often neglected. This integration is explored through Sūrya Namaskāra. It is important not to practice only the posture, only the cakra focus, or only the mantra in isolation. An integrated structure is necessary. The practice works on the removal of toxins and ignites the individual. The vibration of the mantra affects the eyes and the surrounding area. One must attune the mantra to oneself. The life force is prepared through this facing and stretching. "It is important that we do not only practice Sūrya Namaskār, not only focus on the cakra, not only practice the mantra." "So you change the mantra, and then you change the situation."