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Shiva and Shakti
1:05 - 2:00 (55 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. In this Kaliyuga (the dark age) a black cloud covers the world. Lord Shiva created the world, Shakti means power. The two are actually in unity. The story about Vishnu who practised Anusthan (intense practice) and made a Shankalpa (resolve). Lord Vishnu finally offered one of his eyes to complete Anusthan. A mother does everything for her child, even while they are in her womb.
Bhajan evening in Strilky Ashram
2:05 - 2:46 (41 min)
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Sri Krishna Jayanti - Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Kirtan and bhajan singing.
We should be worthy to be a human
2:50 - 3:54 (64 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. God gave spirituality to humans. There is God in the water, earth, air and food also. All creatures got their life from God. The story of Buddha, who dedicated his life to God. The story of a young Indian princess who wants to continue her father's spiritual work. We are like a God but unfortunately, we have lost our way. God gave us much beauty but now we use much makeup. We should know and respect the value of life. There are some people in the world who tortured cats and dogs. But the cat and dog can reborn as a human and vice versa. There are also many very good people in the world. In prayer, we go to God. Be always humble and peaceful. Nowadays many foods are not healthy, some are not even edible.
Morning Yoga practice, Umag, Croatia (1/9)
4:00 - 5:37 (97 min)
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Morning Yoga practice from the international Yoga retreat Umag, Croatia on the 25th of September 2010
Regular yoga practice leads to good health
5:45 - 6:29 (44 min)
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A year-end discourse on health, diet, and yogic living. "Pahala sukha nirogi kaya. The first happiness is good health. Not money, property, or fine clothes. The best wealth is good health." "If you have no time for cooking, you have no time for living; you are rushing toward death. We must first care for our body and life, not just run after professions." Swami Maheshwarananda concludes the year 2018 with a webcast satsang, advocating for a vegan diet and yogic practice as foundations for personal and global peace. He links modern diseases to meat and alcohol consumption, prescribes prāṇāyāma as a universal remedy, and offers specific dietary advice on chilies, garlic, and seasonal eating. He encourages self-reflection and a resolve (saṅkalpa) for the new year, emphasizing health as the primary wealth. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Our uniform is important
6:35 - 7:15 (40 min)
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A spiritual discourse reflecting on a group retreat and imparting yogic teachings. "Each and every second is very, very precious. Even for one second, one can live life." "In our seminars, we live so relaxed. We don’t care about anything." The lecturer addresses attendees after several peaceful days of communal spiritual practice. He speaks on the preciousness of time, the joy of spiritual fellowship, and the sacredness of a holy tree at the site. He emphasizes family, raising children with good values, and the importance of wearing the prescribed yoga uniform as a symbol of discipline and path. The talk includes answers to disciples' questions and concludes with instructions for daily practices like Aśvinī Mudrā and prāṇāyāma. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Roots are different
7:20 - 8:05 (45 min)
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Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Fasting one day a week has a very good effect. Ahimsa means not doing anything to harm others. In getting angry, we destroy our spirituality. The story of a young boy who dies in an accident. Anger has many different types. Sometimes it is not very deep in our hearts. In some cases, it exists till the end of life. Practising kriya anusthan is very good for people. Guru is like a mother, disciples are like children. It is strongly prohibited to give these techniques further. The teaching of every guru is different, so don't mix them. There is one boat and one captain but many people can be in a boat. The story of a minister who attended Vishwaguruji's yoga class.
Manva Dhire Dhire Cal
8:10 - 9:21 (71 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Bhajan singing from Strilky.
Give everything, so not to hold
9:25 - 10:15 (50 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the path of discipleship, austerity, and selfless service. "Gurujī said, 'I have my spiritualities, my jñāna, my knowledge, everything. What do I want from others?'" "To go on the path is not easy. One path is with torrents. Another path is very hot, with sand. And there is a knife on the side of the knife. On that, you have to go." The speaker shares memories of austere early days with his Guru in a simple Jaipur ashram, illustrating the saint's path of inner richness over material possession. He uses parables, like that of a greedy rich man, and metaphors, like the firing of a clay pot, to teach the value of seva (selfless service), detachment, and rigorous spiritual training. The talk contrasts this with modern distractions and concludes with a focus on foundational spiritual practices. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Sri Alakhpuriji and the Himalayas
10:20 - 10:48 (28 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the sacredness of the Earth and the Himalayas. "Our Earth is a living planet, a Living Earth. If God incarnates, if God comes on this earth, God performs His miraculous things here." "That place is indescribable... Between these beautiful, mighty mountains is a beautiful valley where Ālakpurījī is always residing." Swami Maheshvarananda delivers a talk, venerating the Earth as a living, holy creation and detailing the profound spirituality of the Himalayas. He describes the region as the abode of divine incarnations like Śiva and great Siddhas such as Ālakpurījī, sharing anecdotes from pilgrimages and emphasizing the need for inner purity to experience this divine reality. The discourse concludes with a blessing for the journey. Filming location: Vép, Hungary
Our fate can always change
10:55 - 11:36 (41 min)
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A spiritual discourse on destiny, the subtle body, and yogic techniques. "Over about 10 or 15 years, it changes your life. We have to understand that this is the constellation. The constellation, which is connected to our palms, also changes in the foot soles." "Sometimes it happens without warning; that is kismet. So it happens, say, 'Thank you, God.'" Satguru Svāmī Madhavānandajī Bhagavān leads a teaching session, weaving together concepts of destiny (kismet), the diagnostic and spiritual significance of the palms and foot soles, and practical yogic techniques. He shares an anecdote about an elderly Austrian man who lost his wealth and social connections to illustrate the unpredictable flow of destiny. The talk also touches on subtle body practices, including a method for addressing bedwetting in children and the correct foot to step with when leaving the house based on nostril breath flow. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Live your days spiritually
11:40 - 12:15 (35 min)
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Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. We should practise our spiritual exercises every day to save us from the negative effects of Kali Yuga. We should feel that we are human. We have two mothers - our birth mother and Mother Earth. We should respect our father and mother till the end of our life. We should respect the prana, air and water also. We should respect our gurus and every animal also. Fire and water cannot exist without each other. We should do puja every morning. Mantras and prayers protect us in a spiritual way. Swami Daya Mataji tells that Swamiji TV has great importance for us in our spiritual development, all over the world. She suggested that everybody who can, to give some donations to support the webcasting.
The Purpose of Human Life
12:20 - 13:09 (49 min)
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A spiritual discourse on chakras, consciousness, and modern life. "Chakra means centers. In a particular place within us, there are these centers—something like a very tiny point, akin to the tip of a needle. Within that point, everything exists." "Our consciousness is very pure and gentle at that time. Waking up to meditate at that pure time allows us to achieve our spiritual or other goals most effectively." The speaker explains the symbolism of the lotus flower and its connection to the body's chakras and the ideal time for spiritual practice (Brahma Muhurta). He expands the discussion to critique modern food production and chemicals, linking physical health to spiritual vitality. The talk covers the nature of the soul, karma, and the ultimate goal of consciousness merging with the cosmic self, weaving in personal anecdotes and practical suggestions. Filming location: Sunshine Coast, Australia
Give yoga further!
13:15 - 14:09 (54 min)
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A satsang on spiritual teaching and holistic health. "Now, it is you. I am already old... But you will now bring it to the whole world." "So, the first thing is nourishment. Only nourishment." Swami Maheshwarananda addresses a gathering, emphasizing that all students must now become teachers to spread the knowledge of Yoga in Daily Life globally. He stresses the importance of a vegetarian lifestyle, family unity, and spiritual harmony. He then shares a personal experiment in health, detailing a specific regimen of salads, seeds, and natural sugars that he credits for his improved well-being, while advising against white sugar and excessive alcohol. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Practising with Vishwaguruji
14:15 - 15:04 (49 min)
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Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky, Czech Republic. Practising Bari Khatu Pranam and nadi shodhan pranayama.
Prayer will reach our chakras
15:10 - 15:56 (46 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the human body as an instrument, chakras, and daily practice. "Our instruments in our body, and the instruments we use all day long, then we go to sleep. That is where we are going; we go to sleep." "First, I am human. When we think really, really, then the whole day we will not do anything wrong to other humans." Swami Ji addresses the morning gathering, using the fragility of translation equipment and a personal childhood story about a horse to illustrate the need for careful handling of all 'instruments'—including the human body. He outlines an ideal morning routine of gratitude, starting with recognizing one's humanity and honoring parents and the Earth. The talk introduces a long-term study of chakras and kuṇḍalinī, while cautioning against fear and emphasizing that everyone is already divine and should proceed naturally under a true guru's guidance. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Give everything, so not to hold
16:00 - 16:50 (50 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the path of discipleship, austerity, and selfless service. "Gurujī said, 'I have my spiritualities, my jñāna, my knowledge, everything. What do I want from others?'" "To go on the path is not easy. One path is with torrents. Another path is very hot, with sand. And there is a knife on the side of the knife. On that, you have to go." The speaker shares memories of austere early days with his Guru in a simple Jaipur ashram, illustrating the saint's path of inner richness over material possession. He uses parables, like that of a greedy rich man, and metaphors, like the firing of a clay pot, to teach the value of seva (selfless service), detachment, and rigorous spiritual training. The talk contrasts this with modern distractions and concludes with a focus on foundational spiritual practices. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
All disciples are equal for the Guru
17:00 - 18:02 (62 min)
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A spiritual gathering and discourse in Split, Croatia. "Always, we should say, 'Yes, please come.'" and "Everything that we do to others, in fact, we are doing to ourselves." The lecturer addresses a diverse group, expressing joy at the gathering and respect for all spiritual paths, notably the Hare Krishna movement. He shares parables, including one about a greedy dog losing its bread, to illustrate themes of non-greed, ethical conduct, and the karmic law that our actions return to us. A disciple then elaborates on the profound responsibility of handling donations and spiritual resources, sharing traditional stories about karma, accountability, and seeing the divine in all. Filming location: Split, Croatia
Build your intellect supportive
17:15 - 18:31 (76 min)
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A spiritual discourse on maintaining clarity of purpose and guarding against negative influences. "Your aim should be clear. Nothing can change me. The sun and moon can change their direction, but I will not change my direction." "One stupid thought, one stupid person can destroy all your spiritual sādhanā, which you made years and years long with great confidence and with great love." Swami Ji addresses the community, explaining how a lack of clear aim allows the intellect to be distracted and how negative gossip and jealousy can spoil one's spiritual practice, like lemon curdling milk. He narrates the story of Nārada creating doubt between Śiva and Pārvatī to illustrate the destructive power of negative talk, and emphasizes the need for humility, love, and avoiding harmful company to protect one's spiritual progress. Filming location: Vép, Hungary
The relation between mother and child
18:35 - 18:52 (17 min)
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A spiritual discourse on compassion, the heart, and yoga in daily life. "Further is not there, so that purity is that as much as we can, we do not let animals be killed." "Yoga is our heart. And in our heart is the, how to call it, the hymn." The speaker reflects on the universal, protective love seen in nature, from a mother's warmth to animals caring for their young, urging this compassion to extend to all creatures. He connects this to spiritual practice, stating that true yoga must reside in the heart and inform daily actions, including kindness and dietary choices. The talk concludes with evening blessings. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Suffering makes us strong
19:00 - 19:32 (32 min)
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A spiritual discourse on suffering and divine incarnation, referencing Krishna and Jesus. "In very hard times... those who are whole, suffering will be very strong. That means they are coming very solid, strong." "Many sādhus, munis... all were suffering. Why are they suffering? They are taking from others our heart, our pain." An unnamed speaker reflects on the universal nature of suffering in Kali Yuga, asserting that even divine incarnations like Krishna and Jesus endured great pain to absorb the suffering of humanity. The talk includes a personal anecdote about a lonely old man met in Austria, illustrating the impermanence of worldly success and the inevitability of suffering. The themes of divine descent, the purpose of hardship, and the transient nature of the material world are explored in a contemplative, narrative style. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
We should be worthy to be a human
19:40 - 20:44 (64 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. God gave spirituality to humans. There is God in the water, earth, air and food also. All creatures got their life from God. The story of Buddha, who dedicated his life to God. The story of a young Indian princess who wants to continue her father's spiritual work. We are like a God but unfortunately, we have lost our way. God gave us much beauty but now we use much makeup. We should know and respect the value of life. There are some people in the world who tortured cats and dogs. But the cat and dog can reborn as a human and vice versa. There are also many very good people in the world. In prayer, we go to God. Be always humble and peaceful. Nowadays many foods are not healthy, some are not even edible.
Amrit Sagar
20:50 - 21:54 (64 min)
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A satsang discourse on the spiritual significance of a devotional bhajan and the nature of divine light. "All the names I have given to you are beautiful, beautiful names. For example, Amṛt Sāgar." "This bhajan is not only beautiful, but it is the whole cosmos, everything in one." Swami Māheśvarānanda leads a gathering, reflecting on a recent trip to Vienna and the previous day's program led by a disciple named Amṛt Sāgar. He explains the profound meaning of her name—"Ocean of Nectar"—and the cosmic significance of a bhajan composed by his guru, Satguru Svāmī Madhavānandjī. He shares stories of his guru's compassion and the journey of the disciple Amṛtsāgar, while elucidating the bhajan's key words: prakāś (light), amṛt (nectar), and sāgar (ocean), describing them as metaphors for the soul, immortality, and divine consciousness that permeates the universe. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
We should be worthy to be a human
22:00 - 23:04 (64 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. God gave spirituality to humans. There is God in the water, earth, air and food also. All creatures got their life from God. The story of Buddha, who dedicated his life to God. The story of a young Indian princess who wants to continue her father's spiritual work. We are like a God but unfortunately, we have lost our way. God gave us much beauty but now we use much makeup. We should know and respect the value of life. There are some people in the world who tortured cats and dogs. But the cat and dog can reborn as a human and vice versa. There are also many very good people in the world. In prayer, we go to God. Be always humble and peaceful. Nowadays many foods are not healthy, some are not even edible.
Give yoga further!
23:10 - 0:04 (54 min)
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A satsang on spiritual teaching and holistic health. "Now, it is you. I am already old... But you will now bring it to the whole world." "So, the first thing is nourishment. Only nourishment." Swami Maheshwarananda addresses a gathering, emphasizing that all students must now become teachers to spread the knowledge of Yoga in Daily Life globally. He stresses the importance of a vegetarian lifestyle, family unity, and spiritual harmony. He then shares a personal experiment in health, detailing a specific regimen of salads, seeds, and natural sugars that he credits for his improved well-being, while advising against white sugar and excessive alcohol. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
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