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Attributes of Shiva
0:05 - 0:13 (8 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Khatu, Rajasthan, India. Shiva is the creator as well as the liberator; he is the merciful one.
The Third Eye and the Awakening of the Mūlādhāra Cakra
0:15 - 0:53 (38 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the third eye and the Mūlādhāra Cakra. "The third eye signifies wisdom. All your karmas will be burned, and everything becomes pure." "When we begin to awaken the Mūlādhāra Cakra, it is a wonderful feeling. You feel like you are coming out of darkness, like a seed which was under the earth now begins to sprout." The speaker delivers a teaching on subtle anatomy, beginning with the wisdom of the third eye before focusing on the foundational Mūlādhāra Cakra. Using the symbol's imagery—the lotus, the elephant of prosperity, the coiled serpent of time, and the Śiva Liṅga—they explain the cakra's role as the seat of dormant energy (Śakti) and its awakening as the start of the spiritual journey toward union with supreme consciousness. The talk includes practical spiritual advice, references to Gaṇeśa, and concludes with a chant. Filming location: Umag, Croatia
Gold and God
0:30 - 0:57 (27 min)
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An evening satsang on the universal gift of yoga, transcending divisions of school or religion. "Yoga is for good health, harmony, understanding, peace, and long life, and to be friends. This is the purpose of yoga." "It does not matter which religion, which place, anywhere. Only human. If one is human, that is all." A spiritual teacher addresses a global audience, emphasizing yoga as a divine tool for health, happiness, and harmony meant for all humanity. He recounts a parable about the introduction of gold and money, contrasting a past era of simple, reciprocal giving with modern complexity and attachment. The core message is that yoga, given by God, is a unifying practice beyond any sectarian or material divisions. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Karma yoga means serving
1:00 - 1:40 (40 min)
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A morning satsang on karma yoga, seva, and skillful action. "In karma yoga, it is easier to progress further in yogic sādhana, to reach the higher consciousness of the yogī." "Yogaḥ karmasu kauśalam—yoga is skill in action. Yoga will be successful through the sādhana of karma." Following a group practice in a meadow, the speaker addresses the assembly, describing the four groups present at the ashram. He defines karma yoga as selfless service, illustrating it with examples from Christian charity to simple daily kindnesses. A story about a disciple mistakenly moving a snail teaches that service must be skillful and informed. The talk emphasizes that seva is the foremost practice, accessible to everyone in countless ways. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
God is within us
1:45 - 2:14 (29 min)
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Morning satsang with Vishaguruji from Rijeka, Croatia. Karma yoga is the best yoga. How should we begin our day? Live happy healthy. Feel that I am a human so I don't harm any creatures. We search for God everywhere but we never look within ourselves. We should do our yoga practice regularly day by day. Vajra nadi is the base of our life. Practising bhramari pranayama.
Practising with Vishwaguruji
2:20 - 3:17 (57 min)
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Evening Satsang with Vishwaguruji from Slovenia. Relaxation and bhajan singing. Vajra nadi gives the power of our whole body. Vajra nadi is like a tree it has a root and some branches. Practising sarva hita asanas and bhramari pranayama. If we practise asanas lifelong we will die very easy without pain.
God is within us
3:25 - 3:54 (29 min)
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Morning satsang with Vishaguruji from Rijeka, Croatia. Karma yoga is the best yoga. How should we begin our day? Live happy healthy. Feel that I am a human so I don't harm any creatures. We search for God everywhere but we never look within ourselves. We should do our yoga practice regularly day by day. Vajra nadi is the base of our life. Practising bhramari pranayama.
We should reach the goal
4:00 - 4:56 (56 min)
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An evening satsang and discourse on moving forward from the pandemic and the importance of activity, community, and the guru. "We are now making the second step. This second step means moving forward from the last nearly two years of confusion, from the corona disease and so on." "Without Guru, we cannot know meditation. Without Guru, we cannot do pūjā. Without Guru Kṛpā, we have no mukti." Swami Maheshwaranand Puri (Vishwaguruji) addresses the global community, encouraging strength and activity after the pandemic. He shares anecdotes about ashram life, introduces a new cafeteria, and discusses the role of a spiritual trust. Several disciples, including Swami Avatarpuri and students Upendra and Bhavani, then speak, offering prayers and explaining the traditional Hindu ashram system and the paramount importance of the guru. Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India
Control your energy and mind
5:00 - 6:03 (63 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the human journey and the five sheaths (kośas), following a tree-planting ceremony. "The tree gives shade and fruit to everybody. Rain falls equally for everybody. The river flows for everybody, and the sun shines for everybody." "Yoga is the science of humans... we have to go through Annamaya Kośa, Prāṇamayakośa, Manomayakośa, etc." Swami Maheshwarananda (Viśva Gurujī) addresses an audience in Samobor, beginning with reflections on the symbolic planting of eleven trees. He expounds on the soul's journey through various life forms, the balancing principles of the sun and moon within yogic physiology, and the path of spiritual evolution through the five sheaths—from the physical body (Annamaya Kośa) to the bliss sheath (Ānandamaya Kośa). He emphasizes mastering the restless mind (Manomaya Kośa) as key to overcoming suffering and progressing toward higher consciousness. Filming location: Croatia
What does Holiness mean
6:10 - 7:17 (67 min)
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A spiritual talk reflecting on thirty years of the Yoga in Daily Life community in Slovenia. "You see, we think we are the bosses of our life. But in these few years, I realized that actually we are artists in the play—in Līlā, as it is called in Hindi—where we are playing the roles we received for this life." "Wherever Gurudev, Viśva Gurujī, puts his holy feet, there gold will grow up. I do not mean the real one, but in different forms." Swami Yogeshwaranand, a senior disciple, addresses the community, sharing personal stories of his spiritual journey that began with a book on yoga and led him to Gurudev. He reflects on the growth of the community over three decades, the importance of both material and spiritual education, and the guiding, often humorous, role of the Guru in life's events. The talk emphasizes seva, gratitude, and the collective project of building ashrams as a form of spiritual practice. Filming location: Kranj, Slovenia
We are a part of God
7:25 - 8:35 (70 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the unity of yoga and the soul's journey. "Yoga is not only physical, for the physical body, or just breath and concentration, etc. Yoga is very far-reaching." "I said, your soul, your ātmā in you is your God." A teacher addresses a gathering, explaining that all forms of yoga are one and that practice is a lifelong endeavor. He describes the soul's cyclical journey through 8.4 million life forms, the divine nature within each person, and the ultimate aim of merging with the cosmic consciousness. He concludes with a practical morning ritual, encouraging attendees to affirm "I am human" upon waking. Filming location: Slovenia
Be with your Guru
8:40 - 9:55 (75 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India. Singing bhajan Guru Sa Bina, and more. Holy Guruji used to say: if you want to make a bhajan, words should be like pearls from the ocean. The melody should be like a beautiful thread. On the 21st of June, every teacher should go with their Guru, like on Gurupurnima. In this way, we are not losing the essence of Yoga, Satsanatana Dharma. It's time to go to the Ashrams, where the atmosphere is divine.
We should reach the goal
10:00 - 10:56 (56 min)
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An evening satsang and discourse on moving forward from the pandemic and the importance of activity, community, and the guru. "We are now making the second step. This second step means moving forward from the last nearly two years of confusion, from the corona disease and so on." "Without Guru, we cannot know meditation. Without Guru, we cannot do pūjā. Without Guru Kṛpā, we have no mukti." Swami Maheshwaranand Puri (Vishwaguruji) addresses the global community, encouraging strength and activity after the pandemic. He shares anecdotes about ashram life, introduces a new cafeteria, and discusses the role of a spiritual trust. Several disciples, including Swami Avatarpuri and students Upendra and Bhavani, then speak, offering prayers and explaining the traditional Hindu ashram system and the paramount importance of the guru. Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India
Practising fifth level of Yoga in Daily Life System
11:00 - 12:26 (86 min)
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Morning practising. Fifth level of the System" Yoga in Daily Life" from Mahaprabhudeep Ashram, Strilky, Czech Republic on 9th of July 2010.
Shiva tried to give immortality to Parvati
12:30 - 13:16 (46 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the divine union of Śiva and Śakti, emphasizing gender equality and the unity of all beings. "In many religions, and many countries, and many things, they were saying that women have no soul." "It is said from the Satyugas, 'Mātṛ Devo Bhava, Pitṛ Devo Bhava.' First God, 'Mātṛ Devo Bhava.'" The speaker, addressing a gathering, explores the inseparable nature of the divine masculine and feminine. He recounts the myth of Śiva and Satī, explaining how Viṣṇu used the Sudarśana Cakra to dismember Satī's body, creating the Śakti Pīṭhas. He also shares the story of Pārvatī's attempt to gain immortality through a mantra, which is overheard by a parrot. The talk stresses that the divine union exists within every person and advocates for pure living and respect for all. Filming location: Slovenia
A Student's Gratitude and Svāmījī's Discourse on the Pandemic
13:20 - 14:18 (58 min)
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A student's expression of gratitude followed by Svāmījī's discourse on the pandemic and spiritual life. "It is a great blessing to be a student of Svāmījī. It gives us a different perspective on life, allowing us to cope with circumstances better." "O human, when we rise and open our eyes, we should say, I am human, I am human. Just one word and it immediately enters our thoughts, our feelings, our hearts." A student shares heartfelt thanks for the guidance received during the pandemic, highlighting the power of mantra and a stable practice. Svāmījī then addresses the gathering, offering a wide-ranging spiritual perspective on the global crisis. He discusses the pandemic's causes, including collective karma and lifestyle, emphasizes the importance of prayer and the Yoga in Daily Life practice for health, and concludes with teachings on self-realization and meditation. Filming location: Austria
Pranayama calms down the emotions
14:25 - 15:26 (61 min)
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A satsang discourse on the foundational principles of yoga, discipline, and holistic health. "Patañjali and the yogīs have said that yoga is successful only if you have discipline." "Yoga will be successful through your karma yoga. And karma, anything that you do is karma. Even inhalation and exhalation are karma." Swami Satyananda Saraswati addresses the assembly, emphasizing strict discipline in ashram life and spiritual practice. He critiques the lack of adherence to simple rules, urges everyone—including sannyāsīs—to engage in selfless service like gardening, and explains the health benefits of connecting with the earth. The talk expands into holistic yoga, covering diet, the importance of starting prāṇāyāma with the left nostril (Iḍā nāḍī), and the need for correct, supervised practice. He concludes by encouraging participation in deep meditation (anuṣṭhāna) and announces adjustments for future sessions. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Meditation with Vishwaguruji
15:30 - 16:09 (39 min)
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Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Our life can change in a short time from bad to good or vice versa. God is everywhere in the whole universe. Mala is an important support to remain on the good path. We can be successful only with the blessing of Gurudev. Meditation.
The Soul and the Guru
15:30 - 16:13 (43 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Cherkasy Ashram, Ukraine. We have many duties in the world. It's important to give the children culture and a good education. They should not go into bad society, they should become wise. One day the soul will leave behind the physical body. The karma and destiny will go with us. We are searching for the Master today. You can learn from different masters but can have only one Guru. Do not expect miracles.
Full Moon Satsang from Strilky
16:20 - 17:03 (43 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the significance of the full moon, fasting, and observance. "It is said that it is the moon through which sweetness comes into the vegetation—the fruits, the roots, and the blossoms." "When you make a saṅkalpa, meaning a promise, you should go through with it for nine days. Or you can say to the Divine Mother, 'I will worship and pray, but I cannot fast.' Then that is okay." Swami Ji addresses a gathering, explaining the moon's purifying energy and the power of making vows (saṅkalpa) during auspicious times like the full moon and Navarātrī. He discusses fasting for health and spiritual purposes, shares anecdotes about faith and practice, and relates observances to universal principles of discipline and belief across religions, including Christianity. The talk covers themes of divine feminine energy (Śakti), ancestral offerings, and the personal reality created by faith. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
The Nabhi
17:05 - 18:00 (55 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Rijeka, Croatia. We have to enter into the cosmic light. The Nabhi (Navel) is the root. Try to learn and see the navel properly. Diet and exercise balance our weight. In the human body, some will fall down, some will go to the Brahma Loka. Exercise to feel the navel. There are 52 letters and we should begin with the Om chanting. While chanting Ohm we can feel how nabhi awakes. Balancing brain functions by practicing Brahmari pranayama and chanting the mantra Om.
Atma is one and body is different
18:05 - 18:58 (53 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the unity of all spiritual paths and the nature of God. "So we should respect all yoga centers anywhere. One should not say, 'Only mine, that's all.'" "As the Holy Gurujī said, one in all and all in one... So, one God is that, and the second is: all we are Gods." The lecturer delivers a satsang, using metaphors of children in a village and drops in an ocean to illustrate the essential oneness behind all religions, yoga schools, and individuals. He emphasizes respect for all paths, explains that every being contains the divine essence, and discusses the journey of the soul toward the cosmic self. Filming location: Ljubljana, Slovenia
You are great but remain on the path
19:05 - 19:58 (53 min)
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A satsang discourse on discerning true spirituality from ritual exploitation. "Our Gurujī, Swāmī Madhavānandajī, the Holy Gurujī, always said, 'Next to God is the doctor.'" "In such a way, we people are still not so far, but we are learning... Therefore, the real Guru, the real Ṛṣi, they are different than this." The lecturer addresses a global audience via television, emphasizing respect for both science and spirituality. He shares a parable from Gurudev about a son who exposes pandits exploiting his mother's grief after his father's death, using it to illustrate the difference between living spiritual guidance and empty ritual. The talk covers the value of a yogic lifestyle, the concept of a living guru, and concludes with a contemplation on the breath. Filming location: Rijeka, Croatia
Monday is the day of Bhagwan Shiva
20:05 - 20:55 (50 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the significance of Monday and the discipline of fasting. "We worship Śiva on Monday. We call it Somavāra. When Monday coincides with the new moon after Pūrṇimā, it is considered a very auspicious constellation for the coming new year, heralding better times." "Your economy will be better, yes? You will not buy fruits, bread, drinks, or anything. So three times a week, our economy will be good. See how much money you save nicely in one year." A teacher addresses a gathering, explaining the astrological and spiritual importance of Monday (Somavāra) as a day dedicated to Lord Śiva and an auspicious time for fasting. He critiques the modern loss of religious discipline, comparing Hindu and Christian practices with the strict fasting observed in Islam. The talk blends spiritual reasoning with practical health and economic benefits, urging attendees, especially Kriyā Yoga practitioners, to adopt the discipline of fasting on Mondays. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
The real friendship
21:00 - 21:53 (53 min)
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A discourse on the festival of Diwali and the return of Lord Rama. "Today is the holy day of Dīvālī, the festival associated with the Rāmāyaṇa and Bhagavān Śrī Rām." "Dīvālī is a festival of light and a festival of spirituality." Swami Niranjan Puri gives a satsang for Diwali, narrating the story of Lord Rama's return to Ayodhya and the celebrations of light and love that followed. He explains the spiritual significance of heart-to-heart connection, gift-giving, and brotherhood, drawing from the Ramayana and cross-cultural traditions. A disciple from the Czech Republic then elaborates on Diwali traditions within their ashram and the spiritual importance of Amavasya (new moon) days throughout the year. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Around the world - Yoga exercises specifically for women
22:00 - 22:36 (36 min)
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A guided yoga session focused on asanas for menstrual well-being and pelvic health. "From my own experience, I can confirm it is truly helpful." "Feel the effect of this exercise; it is also very good to do in the morning for a stiff back." An instructor leads a gentle sequence designed for menstrual concerns, beginning with relaxation and yogic breathing in Anandāsana. The practice includes apānāsana (for the lower back and pelvic area), marjari (cat pose), hip-opening preparatory poses, and mālāsana (a squatting pose), with a personal anecdote shared about its benefits. The session continues with setu āsana (bridge pose) and a side-lying balance pose, concluding with a short relaxation and a final Om.
The Path of Sarvahita: Yoga, Health, and Resilience
22:40 - 23:30 (50 min)
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A satsang on Sarvahita Yoga, health, and resilience during the pandemic. "Those who did not practice properly may have gotten a little sick. Everyone stayed healthy because so many did not consume meat, alcohol, eggs, and so on, and we practiced." "Sarvahitāsana is for everyone—a very old person lying in bed can also practice some of these services, and slowly, slowly, they will come back healthy again." Swami Ji addresses the community, reflecting on the past year of the pandemic and advocating for the healing power of Sarvahita Yoga, a system he developed for all ages and abilities. He shares personal testimonies of recovery from health issues, explains the meaning of sarva (all) and hita (good), and emphasizes integrating yoga into daily life. The talk also touches on diet, the dangers of chemicals, and includes a listener's gratitude for specific breathing techniques like Brahmari. Filming location: Vienna, Austria
God is within us
23:35 - 0:04 (29 min)
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Morning satsang with Vishaguruji from Rijeka, Croatia. Karma yoga is the best yoga. How should we begin our day? Live happy healthy. Feel that I am a human so I don't harm any creatures. We search for God everywhere but we never look within ourselves. We should do our yoga practice regularly day by day. Vajra nadi is the base of our life. Practising bhramari pranayama.
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