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In the home of the soul
0:10 - 1:13 (63 min)
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Summer 2003. in India with presentation of Yoga In Daily Life projects and Swamijis lecture
Unity in Diversity
1:15 - 1:28 (13 min)
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A promotional overview of the "Yoga in Daily Life" organization and its global humanitarian and peace initiatives. "Yoga in Daily Life is a system of yoga and meditation designed for health and lifestyle management, based on four main principles: physical health, social health, mental health, and spiritual health." "War arises out of greed for power or difference in religious beliefs. But no matter on what side of the wall someone dies, remember that a member of our human society has lost their life." The video outlines the structure and charitable work of the international Yoga in Daily Life system, founded by Paramahaṁsa Svāmī Māheśvarānanda (Svāmījī). It details local, national, and global projects—from community classes to UN initiatives—and focuses on Svāmījī's advocacy for interfaith dialogue and peace, highlighting a major 2002 conference and a meeting with the Dalai Lama. The message centers on tolerance, unity in diversity, and Gandhian principles.
The Earth of Sandalwood
1:30 - 1:56 (26 min)
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A spiritual discourse on meditation, self-inquiry, and navigating modern life. "Your consciousness is a peaceful, beautiful lake. And suddenly, some thought comes in your mind. Bang!" "Meditation will give us the strength, so meditation is the way. Meditation is asking." The speaker guides listeners through the challenges of calming the mind's fluctuations (citta-vṛtti) in the modern world. He contrasts theoretical spiritual knowledge with practical reality, emphasizing the need for devotion, a spiritual guide, and self-inquiry focused on correcting one's behavior. The talk covers accepting natural law, digesting life's difficult truths, and the ultimate goal of realizing the fearless, immortal Self. Filming location: Sydney, Australia
The Pearl of Everlasting Bliss
2:00 - 2:21 (21 min)
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A biographical tribute to the life and legacy of Hindu saint Paramahaṁsa Śrī Svāmī Madhavānandajī. "My eyes filled with tears, and I fell to my knees. I knew I had found the everlasting light of my life. I was home at last." "All humans belong to one religion, and that is humanity... ahiṃsā paramo dharma: non-violence is the highest religion." The narrative chronicles the spiritual journey of Swami Madhavānandaji, from his childhood in Rajasthan and transformative meeting with his guru, Bhagavān Śrīdīp Nārāyaṇa Mahāprabhujī, to his life of devotion, teaching, and global service. It details his initiation, his work establishing ashrams, and his teachings on non-dualism and universal love, culminating in his Mahāsamādhi in 2003 and the continuation of his lineage through his disciple, Swami Māheśvarānandajī. Filming location: Rajasthan, India; Kathu Ashram, India; Bola Guda Ashram, India; Nepal
Bhajan evening from Vienna 2
2:30 - 3:24 (54 min)
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Evening Satsang with H.H. Vishwaguruji from Vienna, Austria. Bhajan singing.
Singing Bhajans to the Masters
3:30 - 4:11 (41 min)
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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
4:15 - 4:50 (35 min)
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Evening satsang from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
Bhajan evening from Strilky Ashram
4:55 - 5:21 (26 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
Anahat chakra and spirituality
5:25 - 6:33 (68 min)
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In the city of Celje, Slovenija in the blue hall of the fair center, Swamiji had a lecture on the topic of Anahat chakra and Spirituality on the 5th October 2008.
Success in Yoga
6:40 - 7:55 (75 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the essence of yoga, cosmology, and the path to liberation. "If you practice yoga or pursue any goal in life, you need a master to achieve it." "Yoga is a lifelong journey... Yoga is ancient, the very first element in creation, given by God, by Śiva." The speaker delivers an extensive teaching, weaving together the origins of yoga from Śiva, the divine trinity of Brahmā, Viṣṇu, and Śiva, and the symbolic journey of the Kuṇḍalinī through the chakras. He uses stories from the Mahāśivapurāṇa, analogies from nature, and personal anecdotes to illustrate the necessity of a true Satguru, the perils of wrong association (ku-saṅgha), and the disciplined, lifelong commitment required for authentic spiritual practice. Filming location: Sydney, Australia
Shiva and the Chakras
8:00 - 9:25 (85 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Melbourne, Australia. One of the best ways to memorize something is to create a little story about it. This is similar with songs. Vishwaguruji explains the meaning of the ancient story about the nectar of immortality rising from the churning of the ocean. The first lower chakras in the feet are the so-called earth chakras; chakras further up in the legs are connected with vegetation; and then continur up to the animal qualities.
Yoga and Ayurveda for wellbeing
9:30 - 10:55 (85 min)
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Public lecture of Vishwaguruji from Hotel Sheraton in Zagreb, Croatia.
A Guided Yoga Practice
11:00 - 11:21 (21 min)
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A guided yoga practice with instructions for postures and movement. "Please, vajrāsana, vajrāsana. And very slowly, do not go quickly." "Everybody has to know his or her body, so according to this, we should practice." An instructor leads a group through a slow, detailed yoga sequence, calling out numbered steps and offering posture adjustments. The guidance emphasizes slow movement, stretching the back and legs, and adapting poses for individual limitations like back pain or high blood pressure. The session concludes with relaxation instructions. Filming location: Khatu, Rajasthan, India
We need Gurudev
11:25 - 12:19 (54 min)
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A satsang discourse on the necessity of the guru and the goal of Advaita philosophy. "The moment you begin to think you have already heard and know everything, in that moment your free fall begins." "Understand from this that the guru is not the physical body. It is most important to understand that the guru is that Guru-Tattva, the element of the guru." A speaker leads a satsang, emphasizing the eternal student's attitude and the critical role of the embodied spiritual master (Guru-Tattva) as the essential guide. Using stories and analogies—such as the matchbox with a diamond, the friend with a boat, and the river merging into the ocean—the talk explains the guru's function and explores the ultimate goal of yoga: to transcend the cycle of rebirth and realize the Advaita (non-dual) union of the individual self with the cosmic Self. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Mantra and Mala
12:25 - 13:03 (38 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the use of prayer beads (mala) and the practice of mantra. "Life is everything. Whether it is a human, a cow, a buffalo, a goat, or any being... its soul, that Ātmā, is to see our Self." "One mala means for us one step toward God. One step to God. This mala goes with mantra." A speaker delivers a teaching on spiritual practice, emphasizing reverence for all life and the importance of constant remembrance of God. He explains the purpose of the mala as a tool for mantra repetition, detailing two methods: one with a guru bead for seated practice and another for constant, walking remembrance (sumaran). He shares anecdotes about devotion, including a story about Hanuman, and concludes by describing the ultimate goal of merging with divine light. Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India
The Youth for Sustainable Future
13:10 - 13:44 (34 min)
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The 4th International Conference of Children and Youth in Zlin 2005 (CZ), The Youth for Sustainable Future.
Be joyful
13:50 - 14:17 (27 min)
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A satsang discourse on the spiritual significance of a guru's birthday, drawing parallels to Christmas. "I recall Swāmījī saying, 'I was observing one person who was practicing Kriyā under the tree.'" "For us, the day of incarnation of Mahāprabhujī, the day of incarnation of Swāmījī, Gurujī, is Christmas. But even more than Christmas, because that is our guru." A spiritual teacher addresses a gathering, explaining why the birthday of a guru is a sacred celebration akin to Christmas. He emphasizes the necessity of a living guru for correct spiritual practice and describes the Guru Tattva (the essence of the guru) as a pure, divine light within a physical form. He explains how devotees can connect to this energy through satsang, devotion, and bhajans, transforming their own energy and creating a joyful spiritual life. The talk includes practical advice on using prayer, song, and positive thinking to change one's internal state and the surrounding atmosphere. Filming location: Vép, Hungary
Jadan Ashram sets an example
14:25 - 15:12 (47 min)
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A spiritual discourse on environmental restoration and inner transformation at an ashram in Rajasthan. "Slowly, slowly, the forests were disappearing, and the deserts were appearing." "We are pumping the blood of Mother Earth... No jungle, no forest, no rain." A speaker recounts the 25-year journey of the Jadan ashram, founded by Swāmījī (Gurudev Viśwa Gurujī), to regenerate a degraded landscape. He describes how human attachment and greed led to environmental decline, placing the story within the context of Kali Yuga. The talk details the practical methods used to capture rainwater, raise the water table, and reforest the land with native species, transforming the site into a thriving ecosystem that attracts wildlife. He parallels this physical transformation with the disciples' inner spiritual journey, facilitated by the Master's guidance and seva, turning a "spiritual desert" into a flourishing state. Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India
Time according to Vedas and Puranas I part
15:20 - 16:15 (55 min)
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A lecture on the Vedic and Purāṇic concept of cyclical time. "The concept of time, as understood by the Vedas and those ancient scriptures, is cyclical. Everything moves in a circle." "One thousand Mahāyugas form one Kalpa... A Kalpa lasts 4.32 billion years. It is either Brahmā’s day or Brahmā’s night." A speaker at a yoga retreat in Střílky explains the vast, cyclical time scales of Hindu cosmology. He details the durations of the four yugas, the Mahāyuga, and the Kalpa, describing the periodic dissolutions (Laya, Pralaya) and the roles of Brahmā, Viṣṇu, and Śiva. He draws parallels to modern scientific concepts like the expanding universe and the cosmological singularity, and shares a story about Indra to illustrate the transience of even divine positions. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Beauty is in our heart
16:20 - 17:08 (48 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India. Yogis don't eat meat and don't drink alcohol. Nowadays there are many people in the world who don't eat meat. Practising Bari Khatu Pranam, relaxation, concentration om tha navel, bhramari pranayama and concentration on the heart. Beauty is in our heart.
The origin of Jyotir Linga
17:15 - 18:08 (53 min)
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A satsang session featuring personal reflections and scriptural discourse. "It’s not so much about what the voice is telling you. It’s more about how the voice is speaking with you." "According to Śiva Purāṇa, Śiva was the creator of Brahmā and Viṣṇu... and that is the beginning." Nārāyaṇa Purī, a life coach and childhood friend of the swamis, shares insights on managing the inner voice during high-pressure situations like sports, relating it to mantra practice. Swami Phulpuri then answers questions from devotees, explaining the origin of the Śivaliṅga according to the Śiva Purāṇa and affirming the Mahābhārata and Rāmāyaṇa as real historical texts offering lessons on overcoming negative thoughts. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Release your bad qualities
18:15 - 19:07 (52 min)
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Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from weekend Yoga seminar in Salzburg, Austria. Traditions are important and more or less similar in the whole world. The Austrian culture is very rich and beautiful. Many books of ancient Indian culture was destroyed by Moguls. We can digest everything except the truth. Tell honestly yourself your negative qualities. Remain natural as it is. Culture and education we should get from our parents. Short meditation how to turn negative to positive.
In the service of Life
19:15 - 19:59 (44 min)
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India, Summer 2005. Report about the Swamijis activities.
Be aware of the importance of your life!
20:05 - 20:46 (41 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Vienna, Austria. The full moon affects us whether we are aware of it or not. We are searching for our aim, but we have many complications in this world. Finally we have to leave with empty hands. By practicing yoga vidya we can awaken our awareness.
Pollution
20:50 - 21:51 (61 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the five sheaths (kośas) and the impact of nourishment. "Jaisā khāī annā, vaisā rahe man—what kind of nourishment or food you are eating—like that will turn your mind." "So first is the physical nourishment, Annamaya Kośa... What kind of food you will eat, like that will be your mentality." Swami Ji explains the five layers of human existence, beginning with the food sheath (Annamaya Kośa). He emphasizes how diet shapes one's energy, mind, and consciousness, weaving in critiques of modern food systems, historical anecdotes about pre-industrial community life, and cautionary tales about arguing with a spiritual master. The talk uses the symbol of the crocodile in the Svādhiṣṭhāna chakra to represent destructive emotions. Filming location: Auckland, New Zealand
Around the world - Inauguration Nandeshwar
22:00 - 22:05 (5 min)
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Arrival of Nandeshwar to Om Ashram. Jadan, Rajasthan, India.
Around the world - International Seminar on Indian Culture (1/2)
22:10 - 23:31 (81 min)
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Seminar on Indian Culture worldwide with Vishwaguruji. Apex University, Jaipur, India.
The Guru can change our destiny
23:35 - 23:57 (22 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the guru's power to transform destiny. "Everything depends on our karmas... What is written for you, what is written in your destiny, that is what is going to happen." "Guru Kṛpāhi Kevalam... So this is Guru Kṛpā. The guru is the one who can actually change your destiny if he wants." The lecturer narrates a traditional story from Holī Gurujī about a king's guru and the Vedāntā, the deity who writes destiny. The tale illustrates how a guru's compassion and clever guidance can alter the seemingly fixed fate of two princes, demonstrating the supreme grace of the guru. The discourse emphasizes the guru's equal love for all, regardless of status. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
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