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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

A spiritual discourse on the power and techniques of mantra chanting. "The chanting of the name of God, spiritual songs, or a saint’s name brings peace of mind." "When you chant mantras, it creates a resonance. That resonance spreads into the environment, purifying it." Swami Ji explains the profound effects of mantra practice on purifying the individual and the environment. He details five techniques: writing (likhit), audible chanting, whispered repetition (upāṁśu), mental repetition (mānasik), and spontaneous repetition (ajapa). The talk connects mantra resonance to the body's chakras, warns against spiritual greed, and concludes with a call to practice and a group chant. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India. Singing bhajans and chanting mantras.

Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Singing bhajans by Swami Gajanandji.

Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Vep, Hungary. Bhajan singing.

Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Vep, Hungary. Bhajan singing.

Morning satsang from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.

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

Webcast of Swamijis evening Satsang from Strilky Ashram, CZ on May 15th 2010. Enter the kingdom of the Lord through the gate of sacrifice, renounce.

Swamiji in Sliac, 9th April 2007

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.

Satsang with Vishwaguruji from Vep, Hungary. Introduction to the second, extended version of Khatu Pranam.

A lecture on the chakra system and spiritual purification. "The human birth and human body possess very special abilities and a most powerful tool: the intellect. Through our intellect, we can discover all our hidden powers." "Before we awake or open the chapter of the chakra... [there are] three negative points to address... mala, vikṣepa, and āvaraṇa." Swami Paramananda leads an evening satsang from the Yoga and Life Ashram, continuing a series on the chakras. He explains the human body's subtle anatomy, including the 72,000 nerves and the three primary nāḍīs (Iḍā, Piṅgalā, Suṣumṇā). The core teaching focuses on the three obstacles to spiritual awakening: impurities (mala), mental disturbances (vikṣepa), and the veil of ignorance (āvaraṇa). He details methods for purification through Haṭha Yoga techniques, control of the senses, and satsang, weaving in stories and analogies about the mind, karma, and the goal of liberation beyond the cycle of birth and death. Filming location: New York, USA

A practical demonstration and instructional lecture on the Haṭha Yoga purification techniques of Śaṅkha Prakṣālana and Kunjal Kriyā. "Śaṅkha Prakṣālana is a very good exercise, but it has to be done early in the morning, of course, on an empty stomach." "After Śaṅkha Prakṣālana, after purification, you have to keep a diet for at least, strictly, seven days, one week, and up to one month." An instructor leads a session at an ashram, detailing the procedures for intestinal and stomach cleansing. He explains the preparation, the specific exercises and drinking process for Śaṅkha Prakṣālana, and the subsequent technique for Kunjal Kriyā (Vaman Dhautī), assisted by two experienced practitioners. Key themes include the importance of timing, dietary restrictions post-practice, and the health benefits of these purification rituals. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Morning satsang from Summer Yoga Retreat in Strilky, Czech Republic. Lecture by Swami Gajanandji about Om. Om is that on which yogis meditate all the time. Om is the original mantra, every other mantras should contain the Om. Chanting Om all together, and a short meditation on Om. Singing the bhajan about Om.

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

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

Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Vienna, Austria. Silent meditation and prayer with Vishwaguruji.

A spiritual discourse on the foundational principles of sādhanā (spiritual practice). "Practices alone will not help us. They can only be fruitful if we follow physical and mental principles. These are called Śayamit and Niyamit." "Viveka is that which will divide truth and untruth completely... who has viveka all the time is the happiest and safest person." The speaker explains the core disciplines for a spiritual life: Śayamit (self-control and setting boundaries) and Niyamit (daily discipline). He details how these practices, along with regular prayer (sandhyā), purify the mind and senses. The discourse emphasizes the critical role of viveka (discrimination) in distinguishing truth from untruth, leading to the discovery of the inner fountain of joy and the immortal Ātmā. Filming location: Vép, Hungary

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.

Evening satsang from Jadan Ashram with MM Swami Gyaneshwar Puri, Rajasthan, India.

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

Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India. Singing bhajans and chanting mantras.

A spiritual discourse on the power and techniques of mantra chanting. "The chanting of the name of God, spiritual songs, or a saint’s name brings peace of mind." "When you chant mantras, it creates a resonance. That resonance spreads into the environment, purifying it." Swami Ji explains the profound effects of mantra practice on purifying the individual and the environment. He details five techniques: writing (likhit), audible chanting, whispered repetition (upāṁśu), mental repetition (mānasik), and spontaneous repetition (ajapa). The talk connects mantra resonance to the body's chakras, warns against spiritual greed, and concludes with a call to practice and a group chant. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

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 4th International Conference of Children and Youth in Zlin 2005 (CZ), The Youth for Sustainable Future.

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

In Memory of His Holines Hindu Dharmasamrat Paramhansa Swami Madhavananda Puri.