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Awareness leads to a great result
0:05 - 1:02 (57 min)
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India. Who is doing Sadhana with awareness will reach many things. Three forms of awareness join in one thread of the Rudraksh. Rudraksh means Shiva. Mother always taking care of the child. Birds, horses are also aware. Explanation usage of the mala, and meaning of Jyotish.
Find your soul in your heart
1:05 - 2:56 (111 min)
The seeds of yoga have grown for decades in these lands through grace and practice. The quality of the people here is immense spirituality, a search for God-realization. The practice of Yoga in Daily Life has spread this culture. Great blessings enabled its growth from small, humble beginnings. Everything described is the living play of divine grace, which makes the impossible possible. The essence is within. The body is a universe containing all ancestors and elements, which are immortal and merely transform. True yoga is union with the divine consciousness within all.
"Do not let that quality diminish."
"Everything I am telling you now is Līlāmṛta."
Filming location: Kranj, Slovenia
Guruji's life with Mahaprabuji
3:00 - 4:00 (60 min)
The master's care manifests through complete trust in his guidance. A story illustrates this: during a drought, a request was made for rain. The instruction was given to perform a fire ceremony. The promise was that rain would come. The ceremony began. Clouds gathered. Rain fell abundantly, filling the pond and fields. This demonstrates the principle. The master's power acts, often through indirect means. Similar events have occurred here, where following an instruction to chant for rain resulted in a downpour that filled an empty pond overnight. Another time, a directive to perform prayer beads for rain resulted in a flood. The mechanism is not for us to question. The essential element is trust. When asked to perform a task that seems beyond capacity, the ego resists. But the master's request implies the capability is present. One must proceed with faith. Trust enables the seemingly impossible. Without that trust, obstacles remain.
"Go and have a fire ceremony at the watering place in your village, and then you will get rain."
"Don't worry, I'll take care of everything."
Filming location: Vép, Hungary
Follow the Guruvakyas and practice
4:05 - 5:03 (58 min)
The essence of spiritual life is consistent practice within a supportive community. Our tradition's bhajans contain the complete path. True progress requires personal effort, not merely listening. Association shapes habit: spiritual company fosters spirituality, while negative influences divert you. Many attend lectures but avoid practice, which is like discussing food without eating. Practice purifies karma and sustains spiritual health, just as discipline manages physical health. Without practice, initial spiritual love fades. Maintain your personal system—physical, mental, and spiritual. Life flows like a river, governed by karma and natural principles. Ultimately, success depends on following the Guru's instruction and grace. Your practice brings your benefit; neglect brings none.
"Jaisā kare saṅg, vaisā lāge raṅg. With whom you associate, you will take on that habit or color."
"If you eat, your stomach will be filled. So I say to you personally: please do practice, not only in class but at home too."
Filming location: Vép, Hungary
We are here to learn more
5:10 - 5:30 (20 min)
The gathering welcomes distinguished guests and emphasizes the shared pursuit of knowledge through yoga, which transcends physical practice to harmonize the mortal body and immortal soul.
We honor our lineage and welcome all present, including a renowned scholar of the Vedas. Human intellect is superior but requires teaching. Despite societal influences, few understand all humanity. We must concentrate on the Jīvātmā. Yoga is the supreme science for humans, extending beyond postures and breath. This work has spread globally over decades, with seeds now sprouting. The path requires selfless surrender. A seed must bury itself and forget its own life to become a tree that bears fruit for society. Our dialogue aims to elevate life through understanding karma and our true nature.
"Yoga is the science for humans, not merely āsanas and prāṇāyāma, but something beyond."
"Every seed has only one dream: that I should become a big tree. I should bear a lot of fruit for society."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Guruji is Divine Light
5:35 - 6:11 (36 min)
The divine bond between guru and disciple is the foundation of spiritual life.
A disciple's journey begins with a longing for truth. Upon meeting the guru, one recognizes a divine light and a profound inner calling. The guru's training is rigorous, designed to transform the raw disciple into a refined instrument. This process requires complete surrender, like a seed dying to become a tree. The guru's protection is constant, ensuring the disciple's spiritual safety and discipline. Through loving guidance and demanding work, wisdom is transferred not merely by instruction but through grace and experience. This bond culminates in the disciple embodying the teachings and receiving the guru's complete spiritual transmission.
"The Master makes the disciple a Master, if that vein goes through that training."
"In love, there is trust. In love, there is protection. In love, there is a surrender, acceptance, and it is a oneness."
Filming location: Vienna, Austria
Spiritual Sadhana
6:15 - 7:08 (53 min)
The practice of yoga and discipline aligns the practitioner with the divine. All spiritual beings become the God they worship, regardless of religion. Creatures of the dawn awaken for a higher purpose, while those active only in darkness engage in negative actions. Humans should emulate the discipline of the dawn, rising early for practice like the military, to restore balance. True yogic practice extends beyond physical postures to deeper spiritual levels. Great masters from India's lineage demonstrate profound spiritual power, performing miracles like restoring life. This land is considered divine. The current time is an opportunity to stay home with family and cultivate compassion, which is the root of all religion.
"All those who are spiritual, those who are ceremonious, they are that God which they worship."
"Dayā, dharma kā mūla hai. Pāpa mūla abhimāna."
Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India
There are signs of our fate in our body
7:15 - 8:17 (62 min)
The heart seeks oneness with the divine through devotion. The hands and their lines reveal individual destiny and spiritual energy. Each fingerprint is unique, just as every leaf on a tree shares a design but is distinct. The lines on the palm indicate one's path and fortune, known as kismet, which cannot be stolen. The fingers hold symbolic power, with three representing divine aspects. Energy flows through the body's nadis, and practices like pranayama purify them. Proper nourishment and postures like Sarvahitasana strengthen the vital Vajra Nadi, which energizes the entire system.
"Everything can be taken away from you... But they cannot take away the kismet."
"Look in your palm. This lion’s wish is in our palm."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Let be as it is
8:25 - 9:26 (61 min)
The ātmā's journey seeks peace beyond the temporary body. All beings, in any body, search for peace and harmony. We attach to this form, believing it to be permanent, working hard for it and fearing its end. Yet, upon leaving, nothing material accompanies the soul—not house, property, or family. The separation is absolute. Great beings demonstrate rising above bodily pain, understanding the ātmā is distinct. The soul departs swiftly, like a falling star. Ultimately, we are not this body; the true self is a spotless, awakened consciousness within the heart, present in all movable and immovable life. This inner truth is the only reality.
"When we go out of the body, nothing. We cannot even touch anything."
"Our soul goes like that; it goes out. He doesn't want, my God, how much I was suffering in this body."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
The Essence of Satsaṅga
9:30 - 9:55 (25 min)
Satsaṅga is the association with truth and the gathering of the virtuous. 'Sat' means truth, God, purity, and the divine place. 'Kuśaṅga' is negative association, marked by anger and fear. Satsaṅga is to be with all in oneness, creating peace and harmony. It is like birds from different directions gathering at one tree in the evening. Diverse individuals come together in kindness, beyond country or religion. Life in an ashram exemplifies this unity through shared work, meditation, and care. The cook, like a mother, provides for all without judgment. Observing a flock of sheep reveals harmony, as mothers and young reunite in peace. A fruit tree offers its bounty to all, its branches lowering to give. A family spanning generations represents the five sheaths of being, living in joyful unity. Without Satsaṅga, there is Kuśaṅga, leading to negativity and separation. Prayer and bhajan sung together forge this oneness.
"Satsaṅg is the way to the cosmic self."
"One in all and all in one."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Tratak and the inner meditation
10:00 - 10:53 (53 min)
The practice of Trāṭaka extends beyond external gaze to the awakening of inner vision. We clean the physical eyes with Triphalā to prepare. Yet true sight is internal. Most practitioners sit for meditation with closed eyes but lack the technique to see inwardly, like a blind person missing a door while distracted. This inner Trāṭaka is not theoretical; it requires a guru's practical guidance on the subtle channels—Iḍā, Piṅgalā, Suṣumnā—and centers like the trikuṭī. It is a disciplined focus, akin to a pilot flying by instruments or an archer hitting a target by looking at its reflection. The guru's gaze upon the disciple and the disciple's focused gaze upon the teaching are one. Mastery comes from prolonged practice, not mere intellectual knowledge.
"Almost all yoga practitioners do inner Trāṭaka without knowing it."
"If you can shoot your arrow, then you are perfect in your Trāṭaka."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Tratak and the inner meditation
11:00 - 11:53 (53 min)
The practice of Trāṭaka extends beyond external gaze to the awakening of inner vision. We clean the physical eyes with Triphalā to prepare. Yet true sight is internal. Most practitioners sit for meditation with closed eyes but lack the technique to see inwardly, like a blind person missing a door while distracted. This inner Trāṭaka is not theoretical; it requires a guru's practical guidance on the subtle channels—Iḍā, Piṅgalā, Suṣumnā—and centers like the trikuṭī. It is a disciplined focus, akin to a pilot flying by instruments or an archer hitting a target by looking at its reflection. The guru's gaze upon the disciple and the disciple's focused gaze upon the teaching are one. Mastery comes from prolonged practice, not mere intellectual knowledge.
"Almost all yoga practitioners do inner Trāṭaka without knowing it."
"If you can shoot your arrow, then you are perfect in your Trāṭaka."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Practicing of the system 'Yoga in Daily Life', Level 1 - Part 6
12:00 - 13:05 (65 min)
Practicing of the system "Yoga in Daily Life", Level 1 - Part 6, in Om Vishwa Deep Gurukul Swami Maheshwaranand Ashram, Jadan, Rajasthan, India on 24th of October 2009.
Helpful techniques for our eyes
13:10 - 13:55 (45 min)
Trāṭaka is a yogic gazing technique for eye care and subtle awakening. It involves fixing the gaze on a single point like a flame or a black spot. This practice can lead to perceiving inner light, but these sensations are physiological, not spiritual revelations. The eyes are extremely sensitive. While the technique is powerful, it carries risk without proper guidance. One must first consult a qualified eye doctor to understand the condition of their eyes. Medical knowledge is essential. For general eye health, a daily wash with filtered Triphalā water is a safe and beneficial Āyurvedic practice. Simple remedies like cold compresses can relieve tiredness. Always seek a yoga teacher with deep practical experience, not just theoretical knowledge. Balance respect for yogic tradition with modern medical care.
"If the eyes are gone, it is said life is gone."
"First speak with a good eye doctor."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Hatha Yoga Kriyas (2/3)
14:00 - 14:27 (27 min)
Trāṭak is the sixth Haṭha Yoga purification, a practice of gazing on one point to concentrate and purify the sight. It uses a candle flame, a black spot, or the rising or setting sun, never direct sunlight. The flame is placed at arm's length, which strengthens eyesight and helps those who are short- or far-sighted. It trains the mind to focus on one point, calming scattered thoughts and vrittis, leading toward one-pointedness and meditation. Practice requires a peaceful place without drafts or disturbances, wearing loose, natural clothing to contain energy. The ideal flame height is at the heart center, as gazing on the outer light opens the heart chakra and leads to perception of the inner light. Pure ghee lamps are best, but a non-smoking plant-based candle is acceptable. Begin by gazing at the middle of the flame for 30 seconds, then close the eyes to observe the afterimage, repeating this cycle three times. Keep the body and eyes still, relaxing the eyebrow center. Do not practice if overly tired, or if experiencing schizophrenia or depression.
"Trāṭak is not relaxation; it is not meditation. It is concentration."
"Take this light, this flame, inside. This light is the symbol of the highest Self."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Opening of inner eyes
14:35 - 15:12 (37 min)
The inner light and the practice of trāṭak reveal the soul's journey. The soul enters the body like a seed finding its place, guided by an inner light from the navel. This light is the jīva, the soul itself, present in all creation. Every seed, tree, and creature possesses inner eyes that seek their destined path through concentration. This seeking is trāṭak. The story of a guru saving a devotee at sea illustrates the power of this inner connection. The guru's astral body traveled and returned through the navel center, or nābhi, demonstrating that true sight is inward. All external vision is secondary to this inner light, which connects the individual soul to the universal.
"Every seed again gives eyes to the roots."
"Trāṭak of the nābhi and Gurujī came."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Meaning of Yoga and Hatha Yoga
15:20 - 16:11 (51 min)
Haṭha Yoga is widely misunderstood as merely physical postures, yet it is a profound spiritual path requiring direct guidance. Many seek only its external forms, but true practice involves the subtle channels of energy and consciousness. Learning from brief trainings or distant sources provides incomplete, theoretical knowledge. Just as a child needs a mother's physical presence, a student requires a living teacher's direct transmission to embody the teachings. Yoga is a continuous journey of learning that does not end with a certificate. Without a guide present, practice remains partial and can even be hazardous. The essence is realized through personal relationship and practical training, not through books or screens alone.
"Learning from a book or from a screen at home is dry knowledge."
"To complete it, you must be present with a teacher."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
The work of Hatha Yoga
16:15 - 16:51 (36 min)
Haṭha Yoga is the purification of body, mind, and soul. This purification permeates the entire human being. Every creature has its own connection to God. A purified yogī attracts animals and birds, as described in ancient songs. This practice also represents cosmic principles. There are two kinds of Haṭha Yoga: one is the inner purification, and the other is the external conflict seen in fighting. The elements and deities are all part of this understanding. The goal is to give up force and join in union. The impermanent self is like a candle flame, but the true light within is Brahman. The living guru embodies the divine principle for guidance.
"Haṭha Yoga is the purification of our body, mind, and ātmā."
"Give up that kind of forceful striving. And this light is not our physical light."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
How to practice Tratak
16:55 - 17:31 (36 min)
Trāṭak is the practice of gazing on a single point. It is a foundational technique within Haṭha Yoga for developing concentration and vision. Correct practice strengthens the eyes, but error can cause harm, so guidance from a thoroughly trained teacher is essential. One method is to gaze at the toes with legs stretched, focusing between both big toes until they merge into one point. Another is to sit straight, extend one arm, and focus on the thumb held at the correct distance from the chest to keep the eyeballs relaxed. This practice has two forms: with open eyes and with closed eyes. True mastery requires years under a living master's guidance, not short courses. Advanced practice can lead to perception of inner light and deeper spiritual channels. It is a powerful tool, as demonstrated by stories of sages who could see across great distances and by its potential to influence conditions like bedwetting through concentrated focus.
"Gazing on one point to know how our eyesight is."
"Practice this yoga, yoga karmasukauśalam. That is very important."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Hatha Yoga and Kapalabathi
17:35 - 18:13 (38 min)
Haṭha Yoga is a discipline of immediate action and purification. It connects one with inner determination and the effort to achieve well-being. The practice begins now, not later, to overcome laziness. Its core techniques cleanse the body: netī, dhautī, bastī, naulī, and kapālabhāti. Kapālabhāti specifically purifies the head region through forceful exhalation. This practice must be approached gradually and under guidance, especially if health conditions exist. It brings a pleasant sensation and regulates the heartbeat. Haṭha Yoga is distinct from āsana practice; it prepares the body for health. All yoga techniques are valuable, but daily practice is essential, just as daily nourishment is required. Currently, avoid forceful prāṇāyāma like kapālabhāti in group settings due to health precautions.
"‘Ata’ means just now—not tomorrow, not in an hour, but immediately."
"Kapālabhāti is a very powerful prāṇāyāma technique. That is why it is called Haṭha Yoga—because we must do it with some power."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Yoga and Shiva Bhagawan
18:20 - 18:58 (38 min)
Yoga is the universal path connecting the individual to the cosmic Self through Śiva. Haṭha Yoga is a primary means to reach this state, placing practitioners under Śiva's protection. The mantra "Oṁ Namaḥ Śivāya" purifies the entire being; even the shortened "Śiv" aligns with the heartbeat, embedding the divine within. Specific temples house unique Śiva liṅgams, sources of great blessing. Consecrating a dwelling through ceremony is essential to invite positive energy and avoid negative influences. The story of Viṣṇu offering lotus flowers illustrates complete devotion, where the sacrifice of one's own eye fulfills the practice. True vision, Kamalnayan, arises from inner purity cultivated through sādhanā. This purification is the essence of the path.
"Śiva is in each and every cell of our body; He is everywhere."
"Where there is purity inside, then it is beautiful."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Helpful techniques for our eyes
19:05 - 19:50 (45 min)
Trāṭaka is a yogic gazing technique for eye care and subtle awakening. It involves fixing the gaze on a single point like a flame or a black spot. This practice can lead to perceiving inner light, but these sensations are physiological, not spiritual revelations. The eyes are extremely sensitive. While the technique is powerful, it carries risk without proper guidance. One must first consult a qualified eye doctor to understand the condition of their eyes. Medical knowledge is essential. For general eye health, a daily wash with filtered Triphalā water is a safe and beneficial Āyurvedic practice. Simple remedies like cold compresses can relieve tiredness. Always seek a yoga teacher with deep practical experience, not just theoretical knowledge. Balance respect for yogic tradition with modern medical care.
"If the eyes are gone, it is said life is gone."
"First speak with a good eye doctor."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Try to become a real Yogi
19:55 - 20:35 (40 min)
Yoga is a complete spiritual path beyond physical exercise. We must remain vigilant and protective during this pandemic, praying for all beings. Yoga's true essence is found in ancient teachings and sāttvic living, not merely in postures. India is a sacred land of incarnations, yet every country is holy, as all earth is one Mother. We must transcend divisions, see the one God in all traditions, and live with love and forgiveness. The current times demand inner spiritual work, not external ritual. True yoga leads to the soul, confronting mortality and ethical living, like the sacredness of the body and organ donation. Become a yogī who gives and embodies this wholeness.
"Yoga is not only āsanas and prāṇāyāmas. Yes, this is gymnastics."
"Therefore, yoga leads to everyone. First, to health, and not only physical. Not only mental, but spiritualities in the soul."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
We should not have duality
20:40 - 20:51 (11 min)
The divine lineage is eternal, manifesting across all ages. From the Satya Yuga through to the present, this sacred tradition continues. Great saints perpetually appear, representing a twofold divine expression: one is the singular incarnation of God for an era, and the other is the everlasting succession of saintly Gurus. This is not about a single individual; there are many Gurus, just as there are many parents. All are manifestations of the one divine reality. Your parents are your gods, yet we respect all elders as such. The soul is one, though forms differ. Other traditions are good, yet they often speak of a God from the past, not a living, ever-present God. Without a living God, it is like a child whose mother has died; where does one find that direct love? We must transcend duality, for God is everywhere.
"One is as God, what we call, appearing once in that time... the second is called the saint, known as the Guru Bhagat... there is another who is forever coming."
"Other religions are also very good, but they have no God—not a living God. Once they have a God, and that’s all."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Practice well
20:55 - 21:37 (42 min)
Haṭha Yoga is a supreme path requiring correct practice. The techniques of nauli and basti are essential for purifying the digestive system. A proper diet is foundational: eat vegetarian meals every five to six hours, leaving space in the stomach, and fast overnight. This physical purification supports the higher goal where the conscious self masters the body, not the reverse. True practice transcends mere physical techniques or brief study; it demands lifelong guidance from a genuine master. Theoretical knowledge alone is insufficient, like holding a speck of dust compared to the mountain of practical wisdom. The aim is complete independence, where one desires nothing, not even from the divine.
"Leave space for solid food, liquid food, and what we call liquid—also water. Give the stomach some empty space."
"If you want to give me something, then I wish you would just go away from here."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Try to know what we should do
21:45 - 22:36 (51 min)
The soul's journey is from confinement to freedom. Our true Self is a droplet of the cosmic ocean, the jīva in all life. This essence cannot be killed; it merely changes form, like water becoming vapor and rain. The human body is a cage for this soul. We suffer within it, yet upon death, the soul departs with great speed. Only humans possess the capacity and responsibility for higher understanding. Do not misuse this gift to harm others. Life's purpose extends beyond basic animal functions. Follow the path of non-violence and goodness. The consequences for causing suffering are severe and lasting. All religious traditions point to this truth. Ultimately, everything returns to its source, as rivers flow to the sea.
"The soul itself cannot say yes or no. It is like a bird in a nest; in the morning, it flies out."
"God said, 'My child, I gave you all capacity, but I will not give you the completeness to kill anybody... If you do, you will suffer.'"
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Practice leads to the development
22:40 - 23:23 (43 min)
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India. We are not connected to the time. There is only oneness in the oneness. The best way is yoga. Do not meditate on outer things. The development will come by practicing. Shiva puja gives calmness. It is very important how to worship Gurupurnima, tomorrow we are going to show it.
We don't know our destiny
23:30 - 0:22 (52 min)
The divine path encompasses human destiny and the nature of existence. All beings are connected to the Supreme. Divine incarnations appear to guide creation. God is present within every element and creature. The human body contains the five elements, animated by divine energy. Life continues through cycles of rebirth. One's actions and consciousness determine the future birth. Destiny operates, as illustrated by ancient stories. Unfulfilled desires, or vāsanā, can pull the consciousness back into worldly life. Spiritual training under a master is the path to transcendence. The relationship with the divine persists regardless of physical distance. The goal is to realize one's true nature beyond these cycles.
"God is everywhere. In each and every cell in our body, and in every creature, is God."
"Destiny is there, and so many times, your destiny will be, can turn back again."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
The Yogic Science
23:30 - 0:29 (59 min)
The human form is a divine sculpture emerging from formless space. We originate from that clear, empty expanse. From space comes light, then air, then water, then solid earth. These five elements constitute the physical body. An inner engineer shapes this form within the mother's womb, assembling bones and nerves. The life within is the ātmā, the eternal essence. This body is a temporary altar. The elements are indestructible; they return to their source. The individual consciousness, the jīvā, persists like space, yet gathers impressions. A true yogī understands this creation and is that conscious energy itself. Spiritual practice is essential. One must prepare the body through sustained discipline to sit in alert meditation. All creatures possess innate knowledge for life. Humans must use their understanding to progress on the path.
"From there comes the fire. It means the light. And from there comes the air, breath: inhale, exhale."
"Life, it is a life. Now, these five elements, they are not destroyed. Nothing is not destroyed at all."
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
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