European
A human should not kill
0:40 - 1:05 (25 min)
Evening satsang from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Introduction of Mahamandaleshwar Swami Vivekpuriji. Yoga in Daily Life is a system for everyone. Yoga was brought by Bhagwan Shiva for people to reach God. Nowadays many people eat meat and do similar bad things. People should not kill. But you already know and follow this. You should not eat meat. Because of an illness I cannot find the words but I am with you and I am very happy that you are not negative. The bhajans are very important, they tell people what is good and what is not.
The Presence of the Guru
1:10 - 1:53 (43 min)
The Guru is omnipresent, observing and guiding from within. His physical location is secondary to his constant spiritual presence. He feels the emotions and energies of his disciples, reacting to their inner states. The path requires surrender, trust, and devotion, not logic or personal effort. Service and love cultivate this relationship. Approach him for blessings, not for answers to trivial questions. He tests faith to strengthen it. His various expressions, even stern ones, are forms of blessing for the disciple's growth. Ultimately, he is the sole guide and protector.
"When you close your eyes, or when you even open your eyes, you can see his form sitting here."
"If we have that devotion towards him, if we have that love towards him, then we are happy and he is happy."
Filming location: Slovenia
Around The World - Summer Yoga at the Beach, Split, CRO
2:00 - 2:06 (6 min)
Summer Yoga at the Beach, Split, Croatia
Around The World - Surya Namaskar at Sri Devpuriji Ashram, Zagreb, CRO
2:10 - 2:46 (36 min)
Surya Namaskar in Sri Devpuriji Ashram, Zagreb, Croatia with english subtitles
Do you know if you stay sanyas?
2:50 - 3:06 (16 min)
The essence of spiritual teaching is found in direct experience and presence, not in elaborate speech or rigid protocol. A revered teacher once communicated the entirety of wisdom by simply chanting the mantra of completeness. Initial encounters with a guru are often marked by personal anxiety and a fear of transgressing unknown rules. True connection begins with simple service and sitting in silent presence, which reveals a profound inner light. A teacher's challenging words are not a threat but an invitation to internal fortitude and self-clarification. The disciple's task is to hold onto genuine inner happiness amidst external doubt. Spiritual understanding is ultimately confirmed within one's own heart.
"This is the essence. What more do you want?"
"You are so happy now, but you don't even know if you will remain a sannyāsī."
Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India
Gurudev is always merciful and loving
3:10 - 3:40 (30 min)
The grace of the guru is the ultimate refuge. The master's love is evident in his tireless presence for devotees, disregarding physical exhaustion to remain with them. There are many types of guides: parents, teachers, and finally the supreme Sadguru, who is essential for liberation. All pilgrimages exist at the guru's feet, making his physical arrival a profound blessing. The story of Dhruva illustrates perfect devotion; through his guru's mantra and dedicated meditation, he attained a permanent place in the heavens. Similarly, the guru constantly elevates disciples, forgiving all mistakes and never abandoning them. The guru's grace alone can free one from the endless cycle of birth and death, granting ultimate liberation. A story tells of two pilgrims seeking purification in the Ganges. They finally rest at an ashram whose guru had never visited the river. That night, they witnessed the Ganges, Yamuna, and Sarasvati—appearing as blackened goddesses—come to purify themselves by touching the dust of the guru's feet. All gods and goddesses take refuge in the guru. Therefore, having the guru's shelter removes all sorrows and sins, purifying the seeker completely.
"When we place our head at the lotus feet of Gurūdeva, then there is nothing to worry about."
"In the lotus feet of Gurudeva are all the pilgrimages."
Filming location: Maha Kumbha Mela, India
A Month of Yoga and the Yogasūtra
3:45 - 4:07 (22 min)
This month's focus is the Yogasūtra and the path of yoga. Yoga is the universal principle uniting consciousness and creation, originating from the sound Aum. The ultimate goal is for individual consciousness to merge with the cosmic source. Many sages and incarnations have conveyed this truth through different paths suited to different minds, all leading to the same one God. The sage Patañjali systematically compiled the teachings on yoga into sūtras. Yogis discovered the nature of the mind, intellect, and the soul that persists after the body dies. They mapped the journey of this soul, governed by the law of karma, through cycles of birth and death. This human life is a precious opportunity. The body is your temple and partner; how you treat it matters. The disciplined practice of yoga, as guided by a true knower of the Supreme, is the way to liberation from suffering. We will explore these instructions here in this pristine natural setting.
"Who am I? From where did I come? What is the purpose of my coming? And where will I go? The destination is one."
"Consciously or unconsciously, the destination or the purpose of life for every creature is to proceed towards the origin."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Self is happiness
4:15 - 4:53 (38 min)
The sense of life is to become happy and free from past suffering and karma. Satsaṅg is the best way to attain this peace. Our inner self, which seeks happiness, is a part of God. We often search for this self externally, but it cannot be found that way. To understand God and oneself, one must attend satsaṅg and study the scriptures. Yoga is the union of the self with the Cosmic Self. All who take physical form, even God, must endure certain sufferings according to cosmic law. We are here due to our karma, while God incarnates by free decision, yet He too must accept difficulties, sometimes due to curses. Even a great devotee like Nārada once cursed Viṣṇu, causing Him to incarnate again. This occurs when one's intellect becomes confused. We must always pray for positive intellect.
"If the self is searching for the self somewhere, we will never find it anywhere."
"The difference between us and God is that we came to the world because of our karma, and He came according to His own decision."
Filming location: Vép, Hungary
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Gurudev is always with us - practicing mansik puja
5:00 - 5:31 (31 min)
The guru's eternal presence resides within the heart. His blessings and guidance are constant, transcending physical separation.
Longing for the guru's form is natural, yet his essence is always within. Physical distance is like fish separated by a current; the inner connection ensures reunion. The fruit of devotion sweetens with patient waiting. The guru's unconditional love and perception never change. Through focused meditation and inner worship, one can experience his direct presence. This practice reveals he forever resides within, uniting all.
"Even though dispersed by the current, they come together and unite again."
"Gurudev is within us, all in one and one in all."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
The importance of the Om Ashram
5:35 - 6:25 (50 min)
The fruit of the eyes is to behold the divine. All beings possess eyes, but their true purpose is rarely fulfilled. That purpose is achieved when one sees the Lord. This ultimate result is attained by seeing the Gurudev upon the sacred land. You are fortunate to be present in this holy ashram, using your eyes to see, your ears to hear the saints, and your voice to glorify God. This gathering yields the greatest happiness of life. You witness the fruits of decades of devotion here. A temple stands revealed, a consecration will occur, and scriptures will be spoken. Live each moment of this joy.
"Everyone has eyes, but the fruit of the eyes is given to someone."
"The result of the eyes is when you see the Lord with these eyes."
Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India
Bhajan singing from Villach
6:30 - 7:13 (43 min)
Evening program with Vishwaguruji from Villach, Austria. Bhajans.
Bhajans from Strilky
7:20 - 7:51 (31 min)
Bhajan singing from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
Bhajan singing from Vep
7:55 - 8:22 (27 min)
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Vep, Hungary. Bhajan singing. Translation of the bhajan "Itna to karana Guruji"
Bhajans from Rijeka
8:30 - 8:50 (20 min)
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Rijeka Ashram, Croatia. Singing Bhajans.
Bhajans from Rijeka
8:55 - 9:23 (28 min)
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Rijeka Ashram, Croatia.
Do you know if you stay sanyas?
9:30 - 9:46 (16 min)
The essence of spiritual teaching is found in direct experience and presence, not in elaborate speech or rigid protocol. A revered teacher once communicated the entirety of wisdom by simply chanting the mantra of completeness. Initial encounters with a guru are often marked by personal anxiety and a fear of transgressing unknown rules. True connection begins with simple service and sitting in silent presence, which reveals a profound inner light. A teacher's challenging words are not a threat but an invitation to internal fortitude and self-clarification. The disciple's task is to hold onto genuine inner happiness amidst external doubt. Spiritual understanding is ultimately confirmed within one's own heart.
"This is the essence. What more do you want?"
"You are so happy now, but you don't even know if you will remain a sannyāsī."
Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India
Nada yoga and bindhu chakra (2/4)
9:50 - 11:08 (78 min)
The true devotee has no fear. The human body is a system of energy, light, and sound centered at the navel, the Maṇipūra Cakra. This resonance guides existence. Enlightenment is the light of wisdom that dispels ignorance, which is darkness. Positive and negative thoughts create corresponding vibrations that direct one's path. Actions in the physical world create karma, which determines destiny in the astral world after death. One should fear only the consequences of one's own karma. The body contains 52 protective channels of sound and energy that guard its major chakras. Through practices like Nāḍī Yoga and mantra repetition, these inner sounds are awakened, leading to self-realization. Correct mistakes without fear; it is never too late to change.
"Enlightenment means the wisdom that everything is clear to you."
"But only from one thing you should be afraid: karma."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Three levels of the consciousness and prana
11:15 - 12:24 (69 min)
The nature of prāṇa and consciousness is explored.
Consciousness shifts through waking, deep sleep, and dream states. The precise mechanism and the role of prāṇa in these transitions are subtle. Mastery over the dream state is a path toward samādhi, achieved through specific practices like yoga nidrā. Prāṇa is the vital guide, yet it is ultimately indefinable; it must be directly experienced like the taste of ghee. Spiritual realization is beyond intellectual explanation. Ayurveda, the philosophy of life, is fundamentally based on prāṇa. Practices like prāṇāyāma and yoga awaken the marma points and vital energies within the body. Yoga is a universal discipline for well-being, belonging to no single religion. The principle of non-violence, especially protecting creatures like the cow, is emphasized as a human duty.
"Similarly, it is not easy to explain to you samādhi."
"Prana is a width. Prana and the soul are very much in oneness."
Filming location: Vép, Hungary
How to practice The System Yoga in Daily Life
12:30 - 13:39 (69 min)
Systematic practice is essential, not random exercise. Follow the book's clear structure for posture, breath, and duration. Human life involves many duties, unlike animals, but balance is key. We gather to learn, not merely to enjoy temporary comfort. Early yoga classes lacked system, causing confusion for new and advanced students alike. Therefore, a structured system from primary to university level was created. The practice is named to signify its daily application, not to claim exclusivity. The same postures exist everywhere, but the approach here is methodical and non-commercial, focused on health and universal fellowship. Practitioners worldwide connect through this shared path. Core knowledge comes from three essential books: the holy scripture, the yoga manual, and the text on hidden powers. Daily reading is vital. Practice must be consistent; avoid excuses. Even a short daily routine is crucial. The community is built on helping one another and progressing together.
"Follow our yoga book. It contains many postures, and while we may incorporate different ones in between, our practice should stay on that path."
"Practice, practice, practice as you can, but avoid laziness."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Visiting Alakpuriji's cave
13:45 - 14:53 (68 min)
The Himalayan cave is a site of spiritual austerity and inner transformation. The physical cave is small, requiring one to bow to enter, symbolizing surrender. Its narrow passages were designed for protection, teaching that the heart must not become narrow but expand with joy. The surrounding glaciers and the powerful Alaknandā river embody the elemental principles where fire and water are interdependent. Meditating there, one hears the river's sound and experiences a profound environment where ṛṣis in astral bodies remain unseen. The journey demands inner strength, not physical comforts, and reveals that true sustenance comes from internal spiritual joy, not external sources. This inner development, like generating one's own oxygen, allows one to traverse the terrain. The path is a gradual spiritual ascent, merging the individual into cosmic oneness, where every cell becomes divine. The story of a ṛṣi who wished to finish all Vedas before death illustrates that divine knowledge is as vast as the Himalayas; one must ultimately surrender to the infinite. Spiritual practice is the inner alchemy of purifying the heart, grinding away the ego to reveal the innate nectar and light within, which is our true nature.
"The cold becomes hot. That’s why the fire cannot remain without water. And water cannot remain without fire."
"Can you count how many grains of sand are in your palm?... This is only a little dust of the Himalaya, but the whole Himalaya is there with us."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Morning Yoga practice, Umag, Croatia (1/9)
15:00 - 16:37 (97 min)
A guided practice integrating meditation, yoga, and prāṇāyāma to cultivate awareness and inner harmony.
Begin by relaxing the body and mind, aligning the posture. Follow the breath, using the mantra "So Ham" to synchronize with the inhalation and exhalation. Feel prāṇa entering and tensions releasing. Center awareness in the heart space, feeling it expand and relax, allowing peace and love to spread. After meditation, proceed to physical practice. Perform warm-up exercises and āsanas like Daṇḍāsana, focusing on straight posture and coordinated breathing. Practice sequences for the arms, shoulders, and feet with conscious movement. Advance to postures such as Marjari Āsana and Meruākaraṇāsana, maintaining balance and breathing deeply. Conclude with Kathā Praṇām and prāṇāyāma, specifically Nāḍī Śodhana, to purify the energy channels. Always maintain a straight back, relax the abdomen, and coordinate movement with breath. Finish by chanting Oṁ and grounding the awareness.
"Feel how with every inhale you are taking in prāṇa, how your consciousness is becoming brighter and brighter, happier and more relaxed."
"Keep your back straight and go down only to the level which your muscles can hold with your back straight."
Filming location: Umag, Croatia
The importance of the Om Ashram
16:45 - 17:35 (50 min)
The fruit of the eyes is to behold the divine. All beings possess eyes, but their true purpose is rarely fulfilled. That purpose is achieved when one sees the Lord. This ultimate result is attained by seeing the Gurudev upon the sacred land. You are fortunate to be present in this holy ashram, using your eyes to see, your ears to hear the saints, and your voice to glorify God. This gathering yields the greatest happiness of life. You witness the fruits of decades of devotion here. A temple stands revealed, a consecration will occur, and scriptures will be spoken. Live each moment of this joy.
"Everyone has eyes, but the fruit of the eyes is given to someone."
"The result of the eyes is when you see the Lord with these eyes."
Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India
A human should not kill
17:40 - 18:05 (25 min)
Evening satsang from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Introduction of Mahamandaleshwar Swami Vivekpuriji. Yoga in Daily Life is a system for everyone. Yoga was brought by Bhagwan Shiva for people to reach God. Nowadays many people eat meat and do similar bad things. People should not kill. But you already know and follow this. You should not eat meat. Because of an illness I cannot find the words but I am with you and I am very happy that you are not negative. The bhajans are very important, they tell people what is good and what is not.
The Presence of the Guru
18:10 - 18:53 (43 min)
The Guru is omnipresent, observing and guiding from within. His physical location is secondary to his constant spiritual presence. He feels the emotions and energies of his disciples, reacting to their inner states. The path requires surrender, trust, and devotion, not logic or personal effort. Service and love cultivate this relationship. Approach him for blessings, not for answers to trivial questions. He tests faith to strengthen it. His various expressions, even stern ones, are forms of blessing for the disciple's growth. Ultimately, he is the sole guide and protector.
"When you close your eyes, or when you even open your eyes, you can see his form sitting here."
"If we have that devotion towards him, if we have that love towards him, then we are happy and he is happy."
Filming location: Slovenia
Renounce and enjoy
19:00 - 19:56 (56 min)
Human life is given to be above everything. What you see in others is a reflection of your own inner qualities. You were born with nothing; all possessions and relationships are temporarily given and will be taken. Your destiny is shaped by past karma. Negative qualities like jealousy are a fire that burns across many lives. What you give returns to you a thousandfold. To enter the kingdom of the Lord, you must sacrifice your inner feelings, especially negative ones. True renunciation is letting go of what disturbs you in others. Self-realization means seeing the one ātmā in all. Repair your life by developing equal vision and loving all.
"Enter the kingdom of the Lord through the gate of sacrifice."
"Be the change you want to see."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
The Universal Principles of a Happy Life
20:00 - 20:54 (54 min)
Yoga in daily life means living by positive principles. The universal goal for all beings is happiness. This happiness involves light, sound, and energy—your wisdom, inner call, and talent to act. Share your happiness with others; this makes it grow. Real happiness does not come from causing others unhappiness. The universal principle found in every heart is love. Love is endless and should increase daily. Become love itself, and you become non-violence. Contentment is mercy awakened in the heart. Breath is life. Learn the abdominal breath for health and longevity. Chanting Aum awakens sound, energy, and light within the three channels.
"Each and every entity is longing and active day and night to realize happiness."
"Your nature is to be happy. Your nature is to share the happiness."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Webcast from Auckland
21:00 - 21:43 (43 min)
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Auckland, New Zealand.
Enjoy
21:50 - 22:57 (67 min)
The essence of practice is confidence in the path, not reliance on external numbers or objects. Modern life creates constant availability, a golden chain. It is vital to disconnect, as nothing is so important the world will collapse. Collective unconsciousness influences behavior; awareness allows one to resist trends. Do not seek meaning in ritual numbers like 108; such details are secondary. A mantra provides true protection, making concerns over directions or ground energies irrelevant. External items like crystals imply a lack of trust in the guru's power. The received mālā and mantra are sufficient. Confidence must be absolute, like the need for air. Practice requires observing feelings to avoid descending into negative states. Change thoughts and use positive energy like bhajans. Purification comes from awareness and rejecting temptations. Society changes with practice; satsaṅg provides essential support. Ultimately, heaven and hell are here; the goal is merging with the divine, beyond fear of losing the small self.
"On which side is it good to put your head when we go to sleep? On the side where your pillow is."
"When you will have such a feeling for God, immediately you will get self-realization."
Filming location: Vép, Hungary
Gurudev is always with us - practicing mansik puja
23:05 - 23:36 (31 min)
The guru's eternal presence resides within the heart. His blessings and guidance are constant, transcending physical separation.
Longing for the guru's form is natural, yet his essence is always within. Physical distance is like fish separated by a current; the inner connection ensures reunion. The fruit of devotion sweetens with patient waiting. The guru's unconditional love and perception never change. Through focused meditation and inner worship, one can experience his direct presence. This practice reveals he forever resides within, uniting all.
"Even though dispersed by the current, they come together and unite again."
"Gurudev is within us, all in one and one in all."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
The Seed of Peace and the Resonance of Love
23:40 - 0:29 (49 min)
Awakening peace and divine love within is the true path.
Peace cultivated in the heart must work through the hands. This divine love brings understanding, harmony, beauty, wisdom, and God. Hate and ignorance bring only suffering. Humans are created as protectors, challenged to create peace that spreads as love, tolerance, and respect. This is yoga in daily life—completed through selfless service, nishkām karma, without expectation. Speech and thought must be measured, as they make one one's own best friend or worst enemy. Looking outward toward material temptations leads to disappointment; one must look within. All possessions, including the body, are temporary and will be left behind. Liberation requires freedom from inner bondage like jealousy and anger. The universe is filled with a divine resonance, the sound of Aum, connecting all existence. Use time wisely, avoiding gossip, and seek this inner sound through silence and a positive life.
"Where there is love, there is understanding. Where there is love, there is harmony."
"Liberation means you are completely liberated."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
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