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Part 1: The Awakening of Consciousness: Kuṇḍalinī and Cakras
0:15 - 2:09 (114 min)
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A lecture on Kundalini, chakras, and the science of yoga. "Yoga is not a religion, it is not a philosophy, it is not a dogma, but it is the eternal principle in this universe, like the cosmic consciousness itself." "The awakening of the Kuṇḍalinī is a divine process; you don't feel it as a physical sensation. You feel happy, as if in the lap of the mother." Swami Maheshwarananda delivers an extensive discourse on the awakening of consciousness through Kundalini and the chakra system. He explains yogic anatomy, including the 72,000 nāḍīs (energy channels) and the major chakras, describing their roles in physical, mental, and spiritual development. The talk covers the interplay of mind, intellect, and subconscious impressions, the importance of dharma, and the ultimate goal of uniting individual consciousness with the Cosmic Consciousness. Filming location: Zagreb, Croatia
Celebration of Sri Mahaprabhuji Birthday
2:10 - 2:27 (17 min)
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Jadan Ashram, District Pali, Rajasthan, India.
Bhajans for World Peace (1/3)
2:30 - 4:27 (117 min)
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For world peace, first we need to find peace within ourselves. A recording of a live concert for world peace in YIDL center in Villach, Austria. Public concert lasted 6h with uninterrupted Bhajans. The concert was a part of a 24h of Bhajan Anushtana.
Bhajans for World Peace (2/3)
4:35 - 5:41 (66 min)
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For world peace, first we need to find peace within ourselves. A recording of a live concert for world peace in YIDL center in Villach, Austria. Public concert lasted 6h with uninterrupted Bhajans. The concert was a part of a 24h of Bhajan Anushtana.
Gurudev found all of us
5:45 - 6:54 (69 min)
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Evening satsang with Avatarpuriji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Swami Avatarpuri's young friend speaks about how he recovered from diabetes. We should do karama yoga without expectations. We need inner peace. There are four kripas. The Guru shows us the path, but we should go there. The story of how a Guru improved the destiny of the sons of his disciple. The story of two pandits who want to bathe in the Ganga and Gurudev-
Whole world is one family
7:00 - 8:29 (89 min)
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Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Vep, Hungary. Firstly Sri Rahul Chabbra Ji, Indian Ambassador to Hungary, speaks about different kinds of pollution that threaten the whole globe and the ways to remove this pollution. Vishwaguruji speaks about the meaning of Shivalingam and chants Mahamrityun Jayamantra.
Sources of happiness
8:35 - 9:57 (82 min)
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A satsang on the foundations of health and happiness through Yoga and Āyurveda. "Health is not everything, but everything is nothing without health." "Yoga and Āyurveda are like the two wings of a bird to fly." Swami Maheshvarananda leads an evening talk, presenting health as the primary wealth and outlining Āyurvedic principles for a harmonious life. He shares a parable about a king and a beggar with a bottomless pot to illustrate the insatiability of human desire. The session includes practical demonstrations of energy-awareness and touch techniques for self-healing, and concludes with a critique of modern diet and lifestyle. Filming location: New Zealand
Self-inquiry meditation
10:05 - 10:54 (49 min)
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Satsang with Vishwaguruji, Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. There are different kinds of disturbances (vrittis) in the consciousness, for example worries from the outer world. If we blame others, we will never reach our aim. Nature is destroyed and food poisoned with chemicals. Meditation brings positive thoughts into our consciousness. Go further and you will reach knowledge of the Self. Compassion will come into your heart and will remain there. In that way, life will be happy and healthy.
Practising Asanas 1
11:00 - 12:12 (72 min)
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Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Pavanamuktasan, Marjari, Sasanka Asana, Shoulder cycling, Exercises for the foot, Ashva Sanchalanasan, Meru Akaranasan, Bhunamanasan, Meru Prishthasan, Dvikonasan, Setu Asan, Half Butterfly variations, Butterfly. Demonstration and explanation of the benefits of the exercise.
Samadhi
12:20 - 13:23 (63 min)
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Yoga in Daily Life summer seminar, Strilky CZ. There are different states and levels of Samadhi. Nindra Samadhi, the sleep, Laya Samadhi, trance, Dhyana Samadhi, meditation and Turiya Samadhi, which is divided in two levels, in Sabija Samadhi and Nirbija Samadhi. In Sabija Samadhi are still some desires as seeds existent. They will start to sprout one day. In Nirbija Samadhi are no hidden desires anymore. Everything and all has been transcended and all conditional activity has been surrendered.
Our source is Alakhpuriji
13:30 - 14:22 (52 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the path of yoga and inner mastery, emphasizing the necessity of a guru and disciplined practice. "After training comes perfection. After perfection, you practice. Then you can teach others. It is the same in yoga." "Without a master, you cannot be perfect... The perfection in that reality, in the real meaning of what yoga is... your work cannot be completed without the Master." The teacher, referred to as Śrīdīp Nārāyaṇa Bhagavān, explains that true mastery in yoga requires perfection in physical and breath practices before one can teach, paralleling the long training of a medical specialist. He stresses that real mastery involves controlling the senses and inner desires through the five kośas (sheaths), which is impossible without a guru's guidance. He shares a personal account of a Himalayan pilgrimage to the sacred region of Alak Purījī, describing the extreme environment and spiritual energy encountered there, to illustrate the depth of commitment required on the path. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Bhramari pranayama can help against many problems
14:30 - 15:09 (39 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. In reality, yoga is one but it has many branches and names. Yogis usually gave the names of animals to the positures because they don't want to come back to the world in the body of that animal. There are also many kinds of kriyas, Some of them are hatha yoga kriyas. There is a big misunderstanding in the western world about hatha yoga. Vajra nadi controls our all nerve systems. Practise every day and go step by step. Pranayama has also many technics. Breathing is happening also towards our skin. The story about a France king and girls covered with gold. Explanation and demonstration of one kind of Bhramari pranayama.
Influence Of The Full Moon
15:15 - 16:12 (57 min)
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A satsang discourse on the full moon's influence, human consciousness, and spiritual practice. "In the holy book Bhagavad Gītā, God Kṛṣṇa says, 'Arjuna, I enter into the vegetation as a nectar through the moonlight.'" "In yoga, we used to say a yoga practitioner and the yogī should be—or every human should be—like a honeybee. It brings nectar even from the poisonous cactus or some plants." Swami Paramadvaiti leads an evening talk, beginning with the spiritual and ecological significance of the full moon and the honeybee. He expands into a wide-ranging discussion covering the lunar effect on emotions, the importance of fasting, the journey of the soul through the chakras and at death, and the foundational principles of yoga for health and consciousness. He weaves in teachings on managing desires, subconscious impressions from early life, and the ultimate goal of meditation and mantra. Filming location: New York, USA
Purify The Karmic Layers
16:20 - 17:13 (53 min)
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An opening discourse for a spiritual retreat seminar on destiny, karma, and the human journey. "Destiny is the production of the actions, the karma." "God gave us freedom to do the karma. But he didn't give us the freedom to harvest the fruits of the karma." Swami begins the retreat with a prayer and addresses the assembly. He explains the law of karma as the source of destiny, using analogies like a SIM card's credit to describe the exhaustion of good karma leading to rebirth. He discusses the journey of the soul, the nature of heavenly realms, and the unique responsibility of human life, emphasizing purification through spiritual practice and the guidance of a Master. Stories, including one about a farmer and a devotee at heaven's gate, illustrate these principles. The talk concludes with practical advice for the retreat, focusing on connecting with nature and simple living. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
There is no end of learning
17:20 - 18:01 (41 min)
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A devotee shares personal stories of spiritual guidance and grace within the Yoga in Daily Life community. "Nothing is more beautiful than this ashram. Are you all in agreement? That is why all of you are here." "Gurudev sent me to China. I realized he sent me there to learn about myself." A speaker addresses the satsang, expressing deep connection to the ashram and global spiritual family. They recount how inner guidance from Gurudev, Viśvagurujī, directed their service—leading to establishing an ashram in Romania—and guided a pilgrimage through the Himalayan Chārdhām. They also describe how a casual remark from Gurudev inspired scientific research on prāṇāyāma, later fostering a university partnership. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Yoga and meditation
18:05 - 19:09 (64 min)
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Public lecture with Vishwaguruji from Banska Bystrica, Slovakia. Life is a journey. Meditation is the path to our aim. The roots of the mantra lie in the heart. The heart and the consciousness is pure, thoughts can be different. They create other quality in our whole being. We should master this process.
Give Up Your Ego!
19:15 - 20:12 (57 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the sacred relationship between guru and disciple, delivered in India. "Where my saints step on this earth, I put my palm. They are walking on the hollow of my palms." "Gurur Brahmā, Gurur Viṣṇu, Gurur Devo Maheśvara, Gurur Sākṣāt Parambrahma, Tasmai Śrī Gurave Namaḥ." A speaker delivers a profound satsang on the essence of the guru, explaining the guru's divine nature as the embodiment of Brahmā, Viṣṇu, and Śiva. He narrates the story of Nārada's doubt about his mother visiting saints, which leads to a lesson from Bhagavān Viṣṇu and Lakṣmī on the non-difference between God and His saints. The discourse further illustrates the qualities of a true disciple through a parable where Viṣṇu and Lakṣmī test a wealthy man's devotion, concluding with teachings on selfless service, humility, and the transformative power of the guru's grace. Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India
Do not live a selfish life
20:20 - 20:49 (29 min)
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A discourse on the divine origin and essence of the Vedas. "The Vedas mark the beginning, the dawn of human civilization on this planet. The divine knowledge received at that time to advance human civilization is called the Vedas." "Ekam Sad Viprā Bahudā Vadanti... The Truth is one, God is one... But wise people... describe God in different ways according to their opinion and knowledge." A speaker addresses an assembly at the Om Ashram, offering salutations to the guru lineage. He expounds on the Vedas as divine knowledge given for all humanity, explaining their four divisions—Ṛgveda, Yajurveda, Sāmaveda, and Atharvaveda—and their core teachings on oneness, truth, devotion, and humanity's purpose to protect and enhance the world. He emphasizes that the paramparā's bhajans distill this Vedic essence for practical devotion. Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India
Keep balance while you are practicing
20:55 - 21:55 (60 min)
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A satsang and practical yoga demonstration on integrating yoga into everyday life for all ages and abilities. "Yoga in Daily Life is a scientific system... designed for a lifelong program. It is a lifelong practice." "Yoga is not only designed for the young kids... But yoga should also be for people who are 80 years old, 90 years old, 100 years old." Swami Maheshwarananda leads an evening session, beginning with a peace mantra. He discusses the global recognition of yoga, warns against its commercialization, and emphasizes its accessibility as a holistic system for health and spirituality. With demonstrators, he shows adaptable exercises for different ages and abilities, including chair-based poses, and explains the importance of breath, relaxation, and proper meditation focus on the heart. He concludes with reflections on devotion versus superficial love. Filming location: London, UK
Around the world - Yoga for Kids from Hungary
22:00 - 22:05 (5 min)
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A family yoga program for children and parents at a Budapest sports club. "Through the practice of yoga, a child gains not only flexibility, agility, and the ability to concentrate, but the practice of āsanas also helps keep many illnesses at bay." "We practice based on the Paramhanszámi Mahasrananda Yoga Children's Kecsmi book. Using this, both children and adults can participate in playful yoga sessions." The host, Kirām, welcomes participants to a monthly family yoga session, explaining its inclusive nature and benefits for children's holistic development. The practice uses a specific children's yoga book, connecting postures with animals and plants. The session includes storytelling, craft activities like candle decorating for upcoming festivals, and watching a short animated film about Hanumān. Filming location: Hungary
Around the world - Yoga for senior HU
22:10 - 22:32 (22 min)
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Yoga Asanas, Pranayam and meditation presented by 78 years old Hack Antalne and her expirences with practising Yoga in daily life. Production in August 2010 by Tata YIDL group, Nyergesujfalu, Hungary.
Remember the beauty of the world
22:40 - 23:13 (33 min)
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A guided meditation and teaching session on perception, memory, and the analogy of the human body as a living tree. "Observe the trees; take all this into your memory now, more consciously. Now close your eyes and see the picture inside. This is the test: how much concentration do you have?" "This tree is like our self. It’s alive in the tree... Similarly, in our body, it’s not only one soul. We have one, our big soul, but we have millions of other creatures in our body." A teacher guides students through a visualization exercise in a park, using observation of a tree to discuss concentration and memory. He expands the analogy, comparing the tree's structure to the human body and spine, and discusses the multitude of life within a single body. He emphasizes storing beautiful memories, like winter landscapes, to aid meditation, sharing personal anecdotes from snowy environments to illustrate his points. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Self-inquiry meditation
23:20 - 0:09 (49 min)
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Satsang with Vishwaguruji, Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. There are different kinds of disturbances (vrittis) in the consciousness, for example worries from the outer world. If we blame others, we will never reach our aim. Nature is destroyed and food poisoned with chemicals. Meditation brings positive thoughts into our consciousness. Go further and you will reach knowledge of the Self. Compassion will come into your heart and will remain there. In that way, life will be happy and healthy.
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