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Practicing of the system 'Yoga in Daily Life', Level 3 - Part 1
0:00 - 1:00 (60 min)

Practicing of the system "Yoga in Daily Life", Level 3 - Part 1, in Om Vishwa Deep Gurukul Swami Maheshwaranand Ashram, Jadan, Rajasthan, India on 27th of October 2009.
Be the tool
1:05 - 1:49 (44 min)

An evening satsang on humility, grace, and being an instrument for divine will.
"Only what is important for us is to understand and to pray to be the tool."
"Always be aware and pray. Please, God, give me opportunity. Give me a chance to be your tool."
Following opening prayers and chants to the guru's sandals, a speaker addresses the gathered and online audience. He shares a parable about a dog who mistakenly believes it is pulling a chariot, and the story of Hanuman receiving a lesson from a sage about the endless cycle of divine service. The core teaching emphasizes surrendering the ego, becoming a selfless instrument for grace, and performing service without seeking recognition, contrasting this with spiritual showmanship.
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Yoga brings you back to Thyself
1:55 - 2:39 (44 min)

A lecture on the integral connection between yoga and spirituality, delivered in Bratislava.
"Yoga is that science and that quality which will save humanity. Without spirituality, it's like a body without a soul."
"Yoga without spirituality is a body without soul. Spirituality is a life of yoga."
Swami Madhvānandaji addresses an audience, emphasizing that authentic yoga is a spiritual science of body, mind, and soul, not merely physical exercise. He warns against the commercialization of yoga and explains how the practice purifies both physical and mental impurities (vikāras), using a story about Mahatma Gandhi to illustrate the dangers of greed and false assumption. The talk connects self-purification through āsana, prāṇāyāma, and meditation with universal spiritual unity.
Filming location: Bratislava, Slovakia
How to think of black magic
2:45 - 3:32 (47 min)

A satsang discourse debunking fear-based beliefs around black magic and ghosts through storytelling.
"People are very much frightened. They speak of ghosts and such things, and many claim they can take away the black magic which is supposedly on you."
"If we believe in God, then believe in God. God will give everything. God will never do anything negative for us."
Swami Ji narrates two cautionary tales to illustrate how fear and superstition are exploited. The first story tells of a village magician who manipulates a grieving widow, and the second describes a 'ghost' that turns out to be a moonlit chimney. He emphasizes that true spiritual practice, such as having a Guru Mantra and faith, offers protection, concluding that it is one's own fear, not external forces, that causes suffering.
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Guru bhakta jagata me na rahe
3:40 - 4:23 (43 min)

Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Bhajan singing on satsang, including bahajan Guru bhakta jagata me na rahe, Prema ka pyala Hari
Maya can destroy everything
4:30 - 5:12 (42 min)

A spiritual discourse warning against greed and emphasizing correct devotional practice.
"Kāma, krodha, mada, lobha, ahaṅkāra. These are all important factors in the downfall of any spiritual seeker."
"For us, our Māyā should be Gurudev. We should run behind him. We should remember Him all the time."
A swami leads a satsang, using parables and a personal anecdote to illustrate the destructive power of greed (lobha). He stresses constant devotion to the Guru over material illusion. The talk concludes with detailed instructions for performing mantra japa correctly, including how to hold a mala and the significance of different rudrākṣa beads, while ultimately pointing to pure devotion as the supreme principle.
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
What is excellent against stress
6:05 - 6:58 (53 min)

A satsang discourse on overcoming fear and stress through laughter, authenticity, and spiritual practice.
"Never take them seriously. Especially laugh at our own mistakes, problems, and fears."
"Spirituality without love is a terrible thing. I always remember... 'God, please protect me from spirituality without laughter.'"
The teacher shares stories and practical advice for dealing with internal struggles, emphasizing not to suppress fears but to face them with awareness and humor. He recounts the tale of a witch who controlled a village through fear of her rooster, illustrating how confronting false beliefs dispels their power. The talk connects this to daily spiritual practice, advising against empty ritual in favor of authentic feeling, as exemplified in the story of Krishna preferring a banana peel offered with love over a feast offered with pride.
Filming location: Vép, Hungary
Reduce your needs
7:05 - 8:09 (64 min)

An evening satsang discourse on the essence and power of mantra.
"A mantra is like a seed. When we put a seed in the ground, it grows into a plant or a tree. The mantra is that seed."
"Holy Gurujī always used to say... 'Man' means mind. 'Tra' means trāpti... contentment. 'Man' and 'tṛpti' means liberation."
Swamiji explains the foundational concept of mantra as a spiritual seed that branches into various yoga paths like kīrtan, bhajan, and bhakti. He critiques modern materialism and loss of traditional wisdom, using anecdotes about waste and a greedy bird to illustrate the restless, untamed mind that mantra is meant to pacify. He concludes with teaching stories about humility and the proper use of spiritual power.
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Respect is important
8:15 - 9:08 (53 min)

A spiritual discourse and mantra teaching session on the power of language, respect, and energy.
"Spirituality does not mean wholly very slow... But with this different energy inside, just try to be aware of this thing: in which way are we addressing other people?"
"You get from an object only as much as you respect it... If your mālā has some value for you, you will keep it in a safe place... Because of that, you will, from your mālā, get energy when you need it."
A speaker leads a satsang, emphasizing the profound impact of words, gestures, and intention. He discusses how language shapes reality, using examples from addressing others to serving food and respecting spiritual objects like a mala. The talk covers the importance of positive speech, respectful action, and the energy behind our deeds. The session concludes with Swami Avatar Puri teaching and explaining the "Nāma kamala nābhāya" mantra, including its translation and significance.
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Inaguration ceremony of Adyodhya Ram Tempel
9:15 - 9:46 (31 min)

Evening satsang from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India. Mahamandaleshwar Swami Gyaneswar Puriji speaks about inaguration ceremony of Adyodhya Ram Tempel and its meaning for people. There was deep joy in the city due to the deep meaning of the happening.
Devas and Asuras
9:51 - 10:53 (62 min)

Morning satsang from Summer Retreat in Vep, Hungary. In holy scriptures we are often reading about fighting between devas and asuras. Vishwaguruji reveals the true meaning of these poems. Finally we should remove our bad qualities and live life without fear.
Webcast from Strilky
11:00 - 11:29 (29 min)

Around the world - Bhajans from Kailash(3/3)
11:01 - 11:48 (47 min)

Evening satsang from Kaliash Ashram, Rajasthan, India. Bhajans on the occasion of Sri Devpuriji Mahasamadhi.
Always keep the distance
11:58 - 12:50 (52 min)

A satsang on using the world as a mirror for self-awareness and spiritual discipline.
"Through that reflection in the mirror—which is what this world means—we are able to correct ourselves."
"Everybody says that your life depends on the quality of your thoughts. Whether you will be in heaven or in hell depends only on the quality of your thoughts."
Swami Maheshvarananda leads a teaching session, exploring how to observe life without judgment. He explains a directive from Vishva Guruji using a parable of a man mistaking a drowning bear for a blanket, illustrating the need for wise detachment. He discusses how our thoughts shape our reality, using examples from daily life and classical texts like the Ramayana and Marcus Aurelius's Meditations, emphasizing disciplined thought transformation as core spiritual practice.
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Webcast from Strilky
12:00 - 12:17 (17 min)

The Power of the Five-Faced Rudrākṣa: Faith and Consecration
13:00 - 13:21 (21 min)

A satsang on the spiritual significance and proper use of the five-faced Rudrākṣa bead.
"For ordinary people, it is just a seed. But the power within the Rudrākṣa is activated and consecrated by the blessings of the Guru."
"Only bhāva is very necessary—the belief, dedication, and purity. How long or short the mantra is does not matter."
Swami Madhavananda Puri Ji continues the morning's topic, detailing the properties of the first five types of Rudrākṣa beads, with a focus on the common Pañcamukhī. He emphasizes that the bead's power is activated by a Guru's blessing and the wearer's faith, illustrating this through a parable about a man named Rajesh who initially sees no effect from an unblessed bead. The talk underscores the necessity of devotion (bhāva) and Guru's grace over ritualistic form.
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
The blessed day of Gurupurnima
13:15 - 13:55 (40 min)

A satsang discourse on the significance of Guru Pūrṇimā.
"Gu means darkness, and ru means light. When the darkness disappears, the light appears."
"Gurudev is the jewel of the Parāś, and the disciple is the iron. When the disciple comes to the Gurudev, he changes from iron into gold."
A speaker explains the cosmic and spiritual importance of Guru Pūrṇimā, describing the Guru as the highest principle and the day as the start of the spiritual year. He discusses the Guru's role in transforming the disciple, shares devotional poetry and bhajans about longing for the master, and uses the analogy of a farmer's harvest to describe how devotees should present their spiritual progress. The talk concludes with blessings for the congregation's spiritual practice.
Filming location: Vép, Hungary
Vishwaguruji is in all of us
14:00 - 15:05 (65 min)

A satsang discourse on contentment, spiritual pitfalls, and the importance of mantra practice.
"A sannyāsī always renounces everything in life... That is how we all should try to be: happy with what we have, content with whatever we have."
"When Gurubhakti, and the devotion, and the spirituality, leave our house, which means us... What we need is always the kṛpā (grace) of Gurudev. That’s the most important thing in the universe."
Following opening prayers, the speaker narrates traditional stories to illustrate key themes: a contented sadhu who refuses Lord Shiva's boon, a greedy man who loses divine favor, and a lesson on not doubting divine wisdom. He warns that ego, greed, and jealousy destroy spiritual progress, emphasizing the need for humility and Guru's grace. The latter part focuses on the practice of Sanskrit mantras, described as an "antivirus program" and "brain gymnastic" that brushes away negative thoughts and brings peace, concluding with a collective chant.
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Guru's Darshan is the most precious
15:12 - 15:28 (16 min)

A spiritual discourse sharing a traditional parable about pilgrimage and divine grace.
"All day I am being bathed in by so many thousands and thousands of people. All of their sins come into me... When we come to our guru and we do seva... by the soil which touched his feet—when it touches us, we become pure."
"Gaṅgājī will give you much easier darśan. Whenever you are going on the way, always try to stay only at those houses where the householder has already had Gaṅgā snāna—a bath in the Gaṅgā."
A Swami addresses a satsang, recounting the story of two Brahmins on a pilgrimage to bathe in the Ganga. They follow strict advice on their journey, only to discover the river goddesses themselves—blackened by the sins of devotees—performing seva at a nearby ashram to be purified by their guru's foot-dust. The narrative illustrates that true purification comes from selfless service and guru's grace, not merely ritual.
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Singing Bhajans to the Masters
15:30 - 16:11 (41 min)

Evening satsang from Střílky Ashram, Czech Republic. Bhajans sung to the Master: Sobhāvo Satsaṅga Re, Yogi Jāno Kī Yoga Nidrā, Dhyān Karo, Hamẽ Hī Kam Satsaṅg Hī, Sataguru Sandeśo Moyē.
Bhajan singing from Strilky
16:15 - 16:50 (35 min)

Evening satsang from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
Bhajan evening from Strilky Ashram
16:55 - 17:21 (26 min)

Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
Bhajan singing from Strilky Ashram
17:25 - 17:58 (33 min)

Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
Bhajan evening from Strilky
18:05 - 18:19 (14 min)

Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
Protect Nature and be truthful
18:25 - 19:20 (55 min)

Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from weekend Yoga Seminar in Nadlac, Romania. Slovak folk dance before Vishvaguruji's talk. Nadlac Town Mayor says some welcoming words to Vishwaguruji for his first visit to Romania. All creatures are connected to one God. If you don't believe that you are lost. All creatures feel the same feelings as humans. Don't be the cause of pain to any creature. Animals can make mistakes but we are human. The first god is the mother. Where there is water, there is God. Respect the vegetation and the rain. First happiness is good health. Saints are here for the sake of all creatures - but you will liberate yourself.
Reduce your needs
19:25 - 20:29 (64 min)

An evening satsang discourse on the essence and power of mantra.
"A mantra is like a seed. When we put a seed in the ground, it grows into a plant or a tree. The mantra is that seed."
"Holy Gurujī always used to say... 'Man' means mind. 'Tra' means trāpti... contentment. 'Man' and 'tṛpti' means liberation."
Swamiji explains the foundational concept of mantra as a spiritual seed that branches into various yoga paths like kīrtan, bhajan, and bhakti. He critiques modern materialism and loss of traditional wisdom, using anecdotes about waste and a greedy bird to illustrate the restless, untamed mind that mantra is meant to pacify. He concludes with teaching stories about humility and the proper use of spiritual power.
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Searching for God
20:35 - 21:33 (58 min)

Vishwaguruji's morning Lecture, Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. It takes nine months for the human body to be completed in the womb. This body is a place where the God is able to speak. This creation is the creation of God and God is residing in it. During the Kaliyuga (age of darkness), both the devik (positive) and ashuri (negative) shaktis are always present - we should avoid the negative energies. Do your practice, search for God.
Devas and Asuras
21:40 - 22:42 (62 min)

Morning satsang from Summer Retreat in Vep, Hungary. In holy scriptures we are often reading about fighting between devas and asuras. Vishwaguruji reveals the true meaning of these poems. Finally we should remove our bad qualities and live life without fear.
Vishwaguruji is in all of us
22:50 - 23:55 (65 min)

A satsang discourse on contentment, spiritual pitfalls, and the importance of mantra practice.
"A sannyāsī always renounces everything in life... That is how we all should try to be: happy with what we have, content with whatever we have."
"When Gurubhakti, and the devotion, and the spirituality, leave our house, which means us... What we need is always the kṛpā (grace) of Gurudev. That’s the most important thing in the universe."
Following opening prayers, the speaker narrates traditional stories to illustrate key themes: a contented sadhu who refuses Lord Shiva's boon, a greedy man who loses divine favor, and a lesson on not doubting divine wisdom. He warns that ego, greed, and jealousy destroy spiritual progress, emphasizing the need for humility and Guru's grace. The latter part focuses on the practice of Sanskrit mantras, described as an "antivirus program" and "brain gymnastic" that brushes away negative thoughts and brings peace, concluding with a collective chant.
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
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