The spiritual lineage
The spiritual lineage connects devotees to an ancient source of grace. A disciple met the master as a baby and received lifelong blessings, countering predictions of a short life and lack of education or wealth. The lineage extends back seven generations through the family. The source of the teachings is the immortal master Alakpuriji, who dwells in the Himalayas. Such perfected beings exist in subtle, causal bodies beyond the material world, serving as protectors. They can be perceived by pure hearts, as seen in lights over glaciers. The path requires sacrifice of attachment to enter the divine kingdom, as demonstrated by Yudhiṣṭhira's loyalty. The goal is liberation through this spotless, indescribable grace.
"Tell me when you’re ready to leave this earth to come, I’ll call you."
"Enter the kingdom of the Lord through the gate of sacrifice."
Filming location: Atlanta, Goergia, USA
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Human being is miraculous - Yoga Practice
Human qualities are awakened through yoga and conscious awareness.
Immense energy and talent lie dormant within the human body. These capacities must be activated correctly, like selecting the proper gear in a machine. Upon waking, one should express gratitude, acknowledging the gift of consciousness. This simple act awakens positive energy and human awareness. Human qualities like mercy and forgiveness are not dormant but resting deep within, activated by thought and intention. Yoga is the science to activate these positive energies, liberating the soul toward the inner Supreme light. The elements and the universe are mirrored within the body; only the mind has changed. Human life is divine and meant for the protection of all creatures. Practice strengthens the inner will, allowing one to walk toward truth without support. The three guṇas—sattva, rajas, and tamas—must be balanced within us. Sattva represents purity, rajas activity, and tamas inertia. All are necessary; one cannot function with purity alone. Earn resources, but use surplus for humanitarian and environmental purposes. Practice correct, quality yoga to refine oneself and move as pure light.
"Humans have the talent of mercy, forgiveness, and understanding. When there is a fire, we should try to put it out, not add fuel."
"Yoga is the science of body, mind, and consciousness. The energy, the result of yoga, is to liberate the soul and enter into Ātmā Jñāna, the light of the Supreme."
Practice and be careful
The discourse covers the morning prayer to Dīp Nārāyaṇa Bhagavān, the power of devotion, and pilgrimage to Alakhpurījī’s abode.
The morning āratī prayer was written by the Mahārāja of Kaṭhubāṛī, a devotee of Dīp Nārāyaṇ Mahāprabhujī. He sought a blessing to adopt an heir for the throne. The outcome appears in the Līlā Amṛt. Prayer purifies the antaḥkaraṇa—mind, intellect, memory, and ego. Morning and evening prayers cleanse all thoughts and actions. Anuṣṭhāna, a five-week practice, purifies negative energies and worldly tensions. Completion of anuṣṭhāna with guidance brought happiness. The prayer’s mention of Alakhpurījī deepens awareness of him as a great ṛṣi, a form of Śiva. Gurujī composed bhajans that include Alakhpurījī’s name. Alakhpurījī comes from Brahmaloka, existing since Śiva’s time. The Alakṇandā river serves as evidence. The Nanda Devī region contains the capital of the Devpurījīs and the divine treasure of Kubera. Pilgrims travel to Alakhpurījī’s cave; it is not deep but has a dangerous inner section. Following instructions prevents getting lost forever in the mountains. Kubera mountain is at 3,200 meters, requiring slow ascent. Devotees bring offerings like almonds, grains, and small stones, and a dhūni fire with holy ash is present. Blessings flow from the Alakhpurījī Siddha Pīṭha Paramparā lineage.
“Prayer purifies antaḥkaraṇa. Manas, buddhi, citta, ahaṅkāra—this is antaḥkaraṇa.”
“Dīn bandhu dīna nāt meri dori tere hāt.”
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Śaṅkha Prakṣālana and Kunjal Kriyā: Purification of the Intestine and Stomach
This lecture details the Śaṅkha Prakṣālana and Kunjal Kriyā purification techniques. Śaṅkha Prakṣālana is the cleansing of the entire intestine using warm, lightly salted water, performed early in the morning on an empty stomach. It involves drinking water and performing specific movements and postures to guide the water through the system. This practice is beneficial for conditions like high blood pressure and digestive issues but is not advised for those under 15, individuals with active ulcers or hernias, or pregnant women. Preparation includes a light diet the prior evening. The process continues until the expelled water runs clear. A strict diet must follow for at least one week, avoiding alcohol, meat, fish, eggs, and raw foods. Kunjal Kriyā is the cleansing of the stomach, performed after Śaṅkha Prakṣālana by drinking unsalted water to the point of fullness and then voluntarily expelling it. This practice helps purify the stomach and can aid those with bronchial asthma. The session concludes with rest and a meal of specially prepared kicharī.
"The best time to do Śaṅkha Prakṣālana is in March, the beginning of September, the end of May, and before the winter."
"After Śaṅkha Prakṣālana, you have to keep a diet for at least, strictly, seven days, one week, and up to one month."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
The Taming of the Hungry Wolf
Life is tiring. An idle brain gets bored. Boredom feeds the dark wolf inside. The dark wolf is hungrier. It seeks an adrenaline rush through greed. The five inner enemies are kāma, krodha, mada, lobha, ahaṅkāra. Reduce them using viveka. Choose buddhi over buddhū. The fight between heart and brain often lacks viveka. A pure heart emits purity. Impurity reflects back. Words pass through the subconscious. Talk with awareness, listen with patience. Without awareness, we are agyānī jīva. Trust in the guru’s boat. The guru bears the torch, showing the path. Four kṛpās exist: Deva, Śāstra, Guru, and Khud kī kṛpā. The mind is a drunk monkey bitten by a scorpion. Viveka aligns us with dharma. The past is gone, the future unknown. Be the best version of yourself. Awareness tames the monkey. Saṃskāras are given by parents and guru. We need treats like grace. Inner enemies increase desire, decreasing spirituality. Tame them like a horse. An ego trip fuels the fire. Spirituality has no comparison. Purity in devotion matters more than quantity. Evaluate thoughts: useless ones go. Fix yourself first. Clear vision removes mental trash. Use Viveka Cloud. Words reflect inner stink. Gurudev takes us across māyā. Ask who am I. The Ātmā changes bodies. Having a guru proves this is the last life. Mahāpuruṣas incarnate for us. Pray for Śakti, Bhakti, Vairāgya. Detachment means not being possessed by possessions. Walk the guru’s path. Satsaṅg is positive talk. Viveka determines your job’s nature. Change comes from yourself. Guru Tattva remains always. A sādhu’s life is a living flame.
"One bad word which comes out of the mouth destroys ten rounds of mālā."
"The possessions which you possess should not possess you one day."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
