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Feel the energy of Mother Earth
0:40 - 1:40 (60 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the primordial sound and reverence for Mother Earth. "Nāda-rūpa parabrahma. That sound is coming from the conch... This sound is God." and "Earth is the mother. And we should, it is written in many books, every day, two or three times, touch the Earth." Swami Vishwaguruji conducts an outdoor satsang, expounding on the sacred conch as the first emanation from the ocean and the principle of nāda (primordial sound) as the form of the Supreme. He emphasizes the importance of physical connection with Mother Earth for spiritual well-being, sharing stories of Bhagavan Rama and personal anecdotes. The talk concludes with practical instructions for connecting with the earth and a testimony from a disciple, Jayā Devī, about the blessing of being at the ashram. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Mahaprbhuji's glory is in the whole world
1:45 - 2:49 (64 min)
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Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. At first, we should give prashad to a temple for saints and then for the Guru and the sadhus. Better to get your food from a 50 km radius circle. The story of a lady who has cooked many times for the Vienna Ashram. Never touch the meal during cooking. Greeting mudra means you and I are in my heart. Holy Guruji could make a new bhajan any time. Explanation of bhajan Prakash Punj Amrita ke Sagar. Mahaprabhuji's blessing and glory is on the whole world. Story of Sri Devpuriji telling Holy Guruji that he gives blessing to Vishwaguruji. We should take little and give more to others. We should visit and help our friends who have health problems.
Try to open your heart
2:55 - 3:55 (60 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. People in Strilky Ashram are relaxed and comfortable like the birds are in their nest. Everybody is very happy in this place like every bird. This is yoga. Sometimes we make ourselves unhappy. The story of a married couple who knew each other from their childhood and were good friends.
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
Understand Guru Tattva
5:45 - 6:38 (53 min)
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A satsang reflecting on the meaning of Guru Pūrṇimā. "In spirituality, you ask 'Why?' and you want to understand why you are doing something." "Guru Tattva is... something like an aha-phenomenon. In one moment, when you realize something—'ah, yes, I understand now'—those who explain to you... that is the guru." Following the Guru Pūrṇimā festival, a teacher addresses the assembly at the Střílecký ashram. He explains the spiritual significance of the day, contrasting spirituality with religion and emphasizing the importance of understanding symbols. The core theme is the Guru Tattva—the principle of the guru—which he describes as the illuminating consciousness present in various forms. He advises devotees on how to connect with their guru beyond physical proximity, offering practical wisdom for sustaining spiritual energy in daily life and persevering on the path. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Gurupurnima Satsang in Strilky Ahram 2021/2
6:45 - 7:34 (49 min)
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A Guru Pūrṇimā address on the realities of monastic life and service, followed by a disciple's testimony. "In this Kali Yuga, even if you are a sannyāsī, you have to work." "Sannyāsa is not easy. It is not easy at all. And then the sannyāsīs are fighting." Swami Avatarpuri opens the satsang, explaining the necessity for modern sannyāsīs to work for financial self-sufficiency, contrasting this with idle ascetics. He then invites disciple Dayāmātā (Divyā Matajī) to speak. She shares her stressful life before finding "Yoga in Daily Life," and details her challenging mission to teach yoga in China, where she faced exploitation but eventually established centers through divine grace and persistence. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
The name is very important
7:40 - 8:31 (51 min)
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A satsang address on the unity of all yoga paths and a disciple's testimony. "Yoga is yoga. It comes from Bhagavān Śiva, who brought this yoga. Yoga is not only the physical body, nor merely thinking and learning. We have to go very far towards the cosmic Self." "Everything that Vishwagurujī said about Vancouver, China, none of it is me, he does it all. I am just this body. Everything comes from Vishwagurujī." The lecturer addresses an international gathering during a Guru Pūrṇimā retreat. He emphasizes the essential oneness of all yoga traditions, advocating for respect and unity over sectarianism, using analogies of rain, human faces, and family lineage. He then outlines practical cleansing techniques (netī, dhotī) for the attendees. The session includes a heartfelt testimony from Matajī, a disciple who traveled from Canada, who shares her journey and the power of Guru's grace. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
We have to take one step further
8:35 - 9:22 (47 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. We need more yoga classes and more yoga teachers. We should have yoga classes in every village. We should tell correctly what is yoga and what is spirituality. Swami Gyaneswarpuri is a very good teacher of yoga teacher and he knows Sanskrit very well. MM Vivekpuri is the same. We give more freedom to the yoga teachers but they should remain under the umbrella of Yoga in Daily Life. Vishwaguruji answers some questions putting by the participants of the seminar. Vishwaguruji speaks about the greeting customs in different countries. If others are negative we should be humble kind and positive. We should feel this in our hearts. Little meditation.
Practising with Vishwaguruji
9:00 - 9:52 (52 min)
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Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky, Czech Republic. Practising asanas, pranayama, meditation, ashwini mudra and AUM chanting.
We all should feel Alakhpuriji's love
9:30 - 10:17 (47 min)
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Gurupurnima Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. A holy occasion when Alakhpuriji's picture was placed on the altar. Swami Shanti spoke some beautiful words about her travel in the Himalayas how did she find the cave of Sri Devpuriji and Sri Alakhpuriji. She told that how did Alakhpuriji appear to her. God can appear before you at any moment of your life.
Fasting protects your health
10:25 - 11:14 (49 min)
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An evening satsang on the sacredness of cows, food, and spiritual practice. "One hundred percent of the disease goes away. It is said these Indian cows are the first cows." "In this way, what are we learning? What are we eating? Yes, all are eating meat, all animals—but not human." Swami Madhvanaji addresses the community on Guru Day, humorously noting he was not given any khir (rice pudding). He expounds on the divine grace and medicinal properties of cows, advocating for their protection and detailing the benefits of their milk, dung, and urine. He extends the discussion to principles of pure food, vegetarianism, and mindful eating, citing the example of Buddha, and advises on fasting as a spiritual and health practice. The talk concludes with remarks on the holiness of horses. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
The science of the constellation
11:20 - 12:14 (54 min)
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A spiritual discourse on divine names, astrology (Jyotiṣa), and taking refuge in God. "In Jyotiṣ, in the Jyotiṣ, they are telling when one is born, at which time. And when one is born, child, it means that is that minute that this child touched the earth." "So, in that name, what time is it? It can be night; the child was born midnight, before, or after. But that is the constellation that you should know, and then you make a name also." A spiritual teacher delivers a talk centered on the chant "Om Namo Shri Prabhu Dipa Narayanam." He explains the meaning of the chant's words, emphasizing that all are servants taking refuge in the divine light. The discourse shifts to the traditional Vedic science of astrology, discussing how the birth constellation determines the first letter of a person's name for auspiciousness. He shares personal anecdotes about his lineage and a story from his guru about destiny, concluding that true wealth is spiritual happiness and unity. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
We should see God in everything
12:20 - 13:09 (49 min)
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A spiritual discourse on finding divinity in family life and daily practice. "God is in our heart. You all have God." "My mother is my God, my father is my God. My sister, my brother is my God. And my best friends are my God. That is how we should live." A swami leads a satsang, weaving together themes of marriage, family duty, and spiritual perception. He discusses marital customs, the role of parents, and the practical challenges of family life, using anecdotes from India and Europe. The talk questions how to see God, ultimately concluding that divinity is found in pure-hearted service to parents, spouse, and all beings, and that true purification comes from mantra and selfless living. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Great saints share everything what they have
13:15 - 14:05 (50 min)
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Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Strilky Ashram is a holy divine place. It is good to go there to practising yoga and meditate. Vasant and Ganga work very much for the ashram and for us. We all have to protect this divine holy place. If we are there we feel love and safe. We have to think ourselves within ourselves. In the kingdom of Gurudev, we can get everything. God gives eating for every living being. The story of Sri Devpuriji to make water in the sand. The story of Mahaprabhuji who give his beautiful new sheet to an old poor man. Sooner or later we will die so we no need too many things. Practising bhramari pranayam.
Live in a natural way
14:10 - 14:52 (42 min)
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An evening address on the purity of an ashram environment and holistic well-being. "This is a beautiful, beautiful place. It is full of prāṇa, very much prāṇa." "We are recovering from all oxygen issues, chemicals, and what we call the Corona." The lecturer speaks to a gathering at a large ashram, describing its pristine, chemical-free natural environment which promotes health through clean air, water, and earth. He contrasts this with the impurities and financial stresses of the modern world, advocating for a simple, spiritual life centered on meditation, community, and pure food. The talk meanders through topics including the ashram's capacity, the value of money, and the importance of natural seeds. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Around The World - Vegetarianism and top sport, Part 2
15:00 - 15:33 (33 min)
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A dialogue between two vegetarian athletes about diet, discipline, and performance. "The distrust was great. I wasn't 100% sure whether it would affect my development. Specifically, I have been practicing bodybuilding for the past 17 years." "In our race, we do not have such results... we all do it for ourselves, for our own pleasure, for our own enjoyment, for pushing the boundaries." Hanuman Purī, a bodybuilder, and Govind Purī, a yoga instructor and Ironman triathlete, discuss their journeys to vegetarianism—one through yoga and ethics, the other initially for athletic performance. They detail the practical challenges of plant-based nutrition for sports, addressing protein sourcing, meal timing, and the mental discipline required, while debunking myths about meat being essential for strength or muscle development. Filming location: Zagreb, Croatia
Spirituality is without meat and alcohol
15:40 - 16:27 (47 min)
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A spiritual discourse on conscious living, compassion for animals, and dietary choices. "Milk is one of the best sources. It does not matter from which animals, including from our human mother—cow, buffalo, goat, etc." "My dears, all animals or humans, we are living beings. They feel pain, and we also feel the pain." The speaker, Swami Avatarpuri, leads a satsang exploring the spiritual and physical significance of milk, tracing its transformation from a mother's nourishment to yogurt, butter, and ghee. He emphasizes compassionate treatment of dairy animals, critiques modern industrial farming and meat consumption, and warns against the dangers of alcohol. The talk expands into themes of interfaith respect, daily prayer for forgiveness, and the inner beauty of the soul beyond physical form. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
The Sole Necessity of Guru's Grace
16:30 - 17:17 (47 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the absolute necessity of the Guru's grace, illustrated with parables and observations on life. "Without the grace of the Guru, nothing can be. We may think we can do without it and believe we are okay, but that is not how it is." "Guru kṛpā hi kevalam. Guru’s grace... When Gurudeva’s blessing is there, then everything is possible." The speaker, likely a swami, delivers a satsang emphasizing that all spiritual progress and worldly harmony depend solely on the Guru's grace. He expands the concept of Guru to include parents and the supportive community of village life, using anecdotes about street dogs and a detailed parable about a devoted disciple, his wife, and a test of sacrifice to illustrate the depth of true devotion and the singular source of blessing. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
The Nature of Bhajan and the Journey of the Sūrat
16:30 - 17:13 (43 min)
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A spiritual discourse explaining the nature of bhajans and the journey of the soul (sūrat). "In a bhajan, there is the name of God, as well as inspiration, teachings, and answers. The entire philosophy is inside." "When the sūratā gets a connection to the ātmā, that is the marriage. Marriage means to merge into oneness." A teacher explains the composition and depth of spiritual songs (bhajans), distinguishing between devotion to form (Saguṇa) and formlessness (Nirguṇa). Using a Rajasthani bhajan as a basis, he describes the sūrat (consciousness) as a virgin girl seeking union with the divine (ātmā). He illustrates this with parables, including a seeker's ultimate surrender to a crow that transforms into Lord Viṣṇu, and discusses relationships and destiny through stories from the Mahābhārata and modern life, concluding with the aim of concentrating all feeling toward Self-knowledge. Filming location: Vép, Hungary
Mahaprabhuji is endless joy
17:15 - 17:34 (19 min)
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A satsang discourse on the duality of worldly joy and the singular refuge of divine grace. "The joy of the joyous is very short, but the suffering of the joyous is longer." "He can give you everything, but he can’t give you what he can give you. We need only confidence, that’s all." The speaker reflects on the fleeting nature of worldly happiness, which is always paired with hidden sorrow, contrasting it with the endless joy of the divine. He proclaims Mahāprabhujī as the incarnate God and liberator, emphasizing that true peace is found only in unwavering devotion and surrender to this grace, using the metaphor of a seabird that must return to its ship in a vast ocean. Filming location: Vép, Hungary
Science of chakras
17:40 - 18:56 (76 min)
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An introductory lecture on yoga philosophy, culminating in a practical demonstration for activating healing energy. "Yoga means union—the union of the individual consciousness with the cosmic consciousness." "In every creature, human or animal, where there is life, there is a light of God. That is God, the Creator of all creatures." Swami Jyotirmayananda opens a discourse on "Kundalini and the Chakras" by defining yoga as a path to cosmic consciousness. He explains the journey of the soul, the yogic anatomy of energy channels (nāḍīs), and the system of chakras. The session includes a guided exercise to awaken the healing energy in one's palms, followed by practical tips for activating the Bindu chakra to improve eyesight and memory. Filming location: Croatia
Believe or not believe in God is your choice
19:00 - 20:17 (77 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Jyotish tells us which day consists of what kind of festival and fasting. Muslims sometimes eat only after sunset. These kinds of fasting have spiritual meaning. We eat more than the generations before us, Farmers know, how is the healthy way of eating. Don't eat anything after sunset, but only drink water. If we practise yoga, don't eat meat and don't drink alcohol, we live a long and healthy life and when our time comes, we die healthy and in a short time. The story of an old Indian man who died healthily and his son. Because a yogi is filled with prana slowly they eat less and less. Live a good life. Many marriages went wrong because of alcohol. The story of a man who doesn't believe in God at all. If you believe in God or not this is your choice. The story of the birth of Jesus Christ. Krishna knows what is the Bhagawad Gita. Jesus said to believe in God and not in the gold.
How to teach Yoga in Daily Life?
20:25 - 21:03 (38 min)
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A morning satsang on yoga practice, teaching methods, and spirituality. "Practicing only physical movement is not enough. But also, without movements of the body is also not good." "When I came to Europe... anybody can come to a yoga class, okay, come on, I will teach you also, no problem. So many times, people were very confused." The lecturer addresses attendees after a morning program, reflecting on the practice. He emphasizes the need for a structured, step-by-step approach to teaching yoga, using an analogy to school systems. He discusses the global spread of yoga, the relationship between yoga, spirituality, and religion, and shares anecdotes from his early teaching experiences in Europe, touching on dietary discussions within yoga. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Gurupurnima Satsang in Strilky Ahram 2021/2
21:10 - 21:59 (49 min)
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A Guru Pūrṇimā address on the realities of monastic life and service, followed by a disciple's testimony. "In this Kali Yuga, even if you are a sannyāsī, you have to work." "Sannyāsa is not easy. It is not easy at all. And then the sannyāsīs are fighting." Swami Avatarpuri opens the satsang, explaining the necessity for modern sannyāsīs to work for financial self-sufficiency, contrasting this with idle ascetics. He then invites disciple Dayāmātā (Divyā Matajī) to speak. She shares her stressful life before finding "Yoga in Daily Life," and details her challenging mission to teach yoga in China, where she faced exploitation but eventually established centers through divine grace and persistence. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
The day I met Holy Guruji
22:05 - 23:00 (55 min)
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A spiritual discourse reflecting on divine descent, the guru-disciple relationship, and personal history. "Every soul, when descending from the astral world to this mortal world, must be chosen by some higher hierarchies... You are not elected. You are selected, so such a divine great master comes to this world." "The master is the master, and we are the raw rock. We have to go through all these situations. He will make you position, give you position on the altar, in the temple." Swami Maheshwarananda (Swamiji) speaks intimately about the nature of a Satguru's incarnation, selected by divine will rather than personal karma. He shares the story of his own spiritual calling, describing his first encounter with his Guru, Swami Madhavananda, as a child and his determined journey to enter the ashram. He weaves in teachings on karma yoga, liberation, and the transformative, often arduous process of the disciple under the master's guidance, using the metaphor of a sculptor shaping a raw stone into a sacred statue. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Incarnation Day Of Holy Guruji
23:05 - 0:02 (57 min)
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A satsang commemorating the incarnation day of Gurudev Śrī Svāmī Madhavānandapurījī Mahārāj. "Today is a special blessing coming to you on the holy occasion of our beloved Gurudev." "I live there, where my bhaktas sing my name with love, with devotion. There are the saints." The lecturer leads the evening gathering, sharing teachings on the nature of divine incarnations and saints, illustrated by the story of Nārada and Viṣṇu. He recounts his own profound journey to his Guru, Śrī Svāmī Madhavānandapurījī, describing their first meeting and the transformative grace he received. Swami Jñāneśwar Purī Ji then offers heartfelt reflections on the blessings of both his Guru and Swamiji.
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