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How universe reflects in the human body
0:35 - 1:56 (81 min)
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A spiritual talk on health, chakras, and cosmology, incorporating practical exercises. "These are all energy centers, connected to glands and more. We come to our foot soles and all the centers within them." "In the Vedas, the Vedas are the first scriptures written. There is one scripture more, written before that, in the Sanskrit language, thousands of years ago." The lecturer leads a session, beginning with a foot sole rubbing exercise to activate body energy. He explains a chakra system starting from the feet (earth chakra) upward, linking it to health, and prescribes walking on earth or gravel for vitality. The discourse expands into yogic science, discussing the moon's influence, the nature of the soul, and a cosmological narrative of creation involving Śiva, Viṣṇu, and Brahmā, referencing scriptures like the Mahāśiva Purāṇa and Vālmīki Rāmāyaṇa. Filming location: USA
Around The World - Vegetarianism and top sport, Part 1
2:00 - 2:24 (24 min)
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A practical cooking demonstration and discussion on vegetarian nutrition for athletes from a yogic perspective. "In our yoga tradition, everyone is vegetarian for moral reasons. For us, ahiṃsā paramo dharma—non-injury is the highest duty." "The foundation of healthy vegetarian cooking is quality ingredients... Higher quality food is better utilized by the body, yielding better results." Swami Avatarpuri, in the kitchen of Sridev Purījī Ashrama, explains the principles of a vegetarian diet tailored for elite sports performance. He emphasizes digestibility, energy provision, and muscle support, highlighting key ingredients like whole grains, tofu, and legumes. The talk covers the medicinal use of spices like turmeric and cumin, addresses protein and vitamin sources, and concludes by framing vegetarianism as a complete and health-supporting lifestyle rooted in the principle of non-harm. Filming location: Zagreb, Croatia
Words express our devotion
2:30 - 2:45 (15 min)
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A satsang on the occasion of a holy incarnation day. "It is said the divine comes to this earth. This is how we show our respect." "Gurujī says: short and sweet. But we adore them, and that is why we give them glories." A speaker addresses the gathering on the birth anniversary of their Guru, Swami Madhavānjī, referred to as Holy Gurujī. He reflects on the nature of divine names and incarnations, noting the simplicity of names like Śiva or Jesus, and contrasts transient worldly titles with the enduring respect for the divine essence. He mentions titles bestowed upon the Guru, like Hindu Dharm Samrāṭ, while emphasizing the underlying oneness beyond all designations. The talk concludes with a collective prayer. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Chakras and Awakening
2:50 - 3:50 (60 min)
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A guided energy practice and teaching session on the subtle body, self-realization, and non-duality. "Energy will flow to the tips of the fingers... It is your energy, your being here. You are. You are the Divine." "The soul is only one... Think, do not say that my soul is different and your soul is different... One in all and all in one." Swami guides participants in arranging the space and leads a practice to feel energy between the palms. He then delivers a discourse on the five bodies (kośas), the chakras in humans and animals, and the nature of self-realization. He clarifies that true awakening is of clarity and joy, not physical sensations, and explains the non-dual concept of one universal soul using analogies of light and water, concluding with a story cautioning against spiritual ego. Filming location: Alexandria, USA
Words express our devotion
3:55 - 4:10 (15 min)
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A satsang on the occasion of a holy incarnation day. "It is said the divine comes to this earth. This is how we show our respect." "Gurujī says: short and sweet. But we adore them, and that is why we give them glories." A speaker addresses the gathering on the birth anniversary of their Guru, Swami Madhavānjī, referred to as Holy Gurujī. He reflects on the nature of divine names and incarnations, noting the simplicity of names like Śiva or Jesus, and contrasts transient worldly titles with the enduring respect for the divine essence. He mentions titles bestowed upon the Guru, like Hindu Dharm Samrāṭ, while emphasizing the underlying oneness beyond all designations. The talk concludes with a collective prayer. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Everything is in your hands
4:15 - 4:50 (35 min)
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A discourse on the initiation of eight new sannyāsīs and the principle of personal responsibility. "Whether this bird is alive or dead depends on your hands. That I cannot say to you. That depends on you." "Everything is in your hands; your enlightenment is in your hands. Your liberation is in your hands." The speaker recounts the recent initiation of eight disciples into sannyāsa during a journey to the Kumbh Melā, describing the character and journey of several, including Yogīś, Premānandjī, and devotees from Australia and Israel. He emphasizes that the decision for spiritual progress and liberation ultimately rests with the individual, illustrating this with a parable about a bird whose fate lies in a disciple's hands. The talk concludes with practical instructions on attire for disciples and reflections on the serious commitment of sannyāsa. Filming location: Vép, Hungary
Sri Alakhpuriji and the Himalayas
4:55 - 5:23 (28 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the sacredness of the Earth and the Himalayas. "Our Earth is a living planet, a Living Earth. If God incarnates, if God comes on this earth, God performs His miraculous things here." "That place is indescribable... Between these beautiful, mighty mountains is a beautiful valley where Ālakpurījī is always residing." Swami Maheshvarananda delivers a talk, venerating the Earth as a living, holy creation and detailing the profound spirituality of the Himalayas. He describes the region as the abode of divine incarnations like Śiva and great Siddhas such as Ālakpurījī, sharing anecdotes from pilgrimages and emphasizing the need for inner purity to experience this divine reality. The discourse concludes with a blessing for the journey. Filming location: Vép, Hungary
Practical guide to meditation (10/11)
5:30 - 7:29 (119 min)
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Webcast of evening satsang from Strilky, Czech Republic on 21st February 2009.
There is life in every creature
7:35 - 8:32 (57 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the meaning of glory, respect, and human compassion. "Glory means 'long live,' not merely in a physical sense, but forever." "If you give glory to someone, it comes back to you." A spiritual teacher explains the concept of "Jaya" or glory as an eternal honor offered to God, masters, and one another. Using parables and anecdotes—including a story of Mother Mary's mercy—he illustrates how offering respect and compassion uplifts both the giver and receiver. The talk broadens to discuss humanity, culture, and the importance of sāttvic nourishment for spiritual practices like Kuṇḍalinī yoga, touching upon the five bodily sheaths (kośas). Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Respect the family traditions
8:40 - 10:14 (94 min)
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An evening satsang on the oneness of life, contrasting human existence with the natural world. "Perhaps it is a prayer. They are giving out happiness." "God gave them some knowledge, just nature, and they are following it." The speaker observes the innate joy and wisdom in birds and ants, using them to reflect on human discontent and complexity. He explores themes of the singular life force (jīva) within all creatures, the spiritual concepts of ātmā and paramātmā, and the karmic responsibilities within family and marriage. The talk weaves between nature observations, spiritual philosophy, and social commentary, concluding with a bhajan. Filming location: Vép, Hungary
Yoga and the creation
10:20 - 11:48 (88 min)
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A spiritual discourse on yoga, consciousness, and the human energy system. "Yoga is a science of the human body, the mind, and the consciousness." "Yoga means union, uniting, harmonizing this together... It connects us to God." Following an opening Vedic chant, a spiritual teacher addresses an audience, providing a sweeping overview of yoga philosophy. He explains creation stemming from primordial sound (nāda), describes the human as a microcosm of the five elements and five sheaths (kośas), and details the subtle body, including the 72,000 nerves, the three primary nāḍīs (Iḍā, Piṅgalā, Suṣumnā), and the chakra system. The talk aims to clarify the true meaning of Kuṇḍalinī awakening as an expansion of consciousness, not a physical sensation, and critiques modern yoga trends. Filming location: Sydney, Australia
Together with Holy Guruji
11:55 - 13:28 (93 min)
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Holy Guruji Jayanti (birthday) morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. When Holy Guruji and Vishwaguruji were together it was like one soul, one heart. Swami Umapuriji tells some of her memories about Holy Guruji. Vishwaguruji explains the importance of good quality food and practical examples of how to keep the kitchen pure according to paak shastra. Explanation of Holy Guruji's bhajan (devotional song) Prema Ka Pyala Hari Kaba Mera Bharase.
Practice with trust
13:35 - 14:56 (81 min)
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A spiritual discourse on human disconnection, the energy of the natural world, and yogic anatomy. "We don’t know where our roots are. We have no roots now." "Yoga is this: first, open your heart, open your feelings, and just say, 'How are you?'" A teacher addresses an audience, lamenting the modern loss of roots and familial connection, contrasting it with the communal love observed in animals. He shifts to explaining the body's energy centers (chakras), using the Mūlādhāra and Svādhiṣṭhāna chakras as examples, weaving in mythological stories about Gaṇeśa and a crocodile to symbolize inner struggles. He emphasizes practical techniques like walking barefoot on earth or sand to connect with natural energy and concludes with a healing mantra.
Practicing of the system 'Yoga in Daily Life', Level 1 - Part 6
15:00 - 16:05 (65 min)
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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.
How universe reflects in the human body
16:10 - 17:31 (81 min)
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A spiritual talk on health, chakras, and cosmology, incorporating practical exercises. "These are all energy centers, connected to glands and more. We come to our foot soles and all the centers within them." "In the Vedas, the Vedas are the first scriptures written. There is one scripture more, written before that, in the Sanskrit language, thousands of years ago." The lecturer leads a session, beginning with a foot sole rubbing exercise to activate body energy. He explains a chakra system starting from the feet (earth chakra) upward, linking it to health, and prescribes walking on earth or gravel for vitality. The discourse expands into yogic science, discussing the moon's influence, the nature of the soul, and a cosmological narrative of creation involving Śiva, Viṣṇu, and Brahmā, referencing scriptures like the Mahāśiva Purāṇa and Vālmīki Rāmāyaṇa. Filming location: USA
Chakras in the human
17:35 - 18:45 (70 min)
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A lecture on the cosmic origin and holistic practice of yoga. "Yoga is one of the first principles in creation." "That’s called yoga: our physical body, our mental body, and our subtle body. These are three, according to yogic science. Balance, complete." Swami Paramananda addresses a temple gathering, invited to speak on yoga. He presents a cosmological view of yoga's origin from Anant Brahmāṇḍ (infinite universes), sound (Nāda), and the self-manifested Śiva. He explains the traditional concept of 8.4 million life forms and argues for a vegetarian diet to attain higher consciousness. The talk covers the need for a guru, the 72,000 nerve systems, the five kośas (sheaths), and a detailed, practical guide to the chakras—from the earth chakras in the feet to the higher centers. He concludes with practical techniques like chanting AUM and a stress-relief exercise, ending with a peace mantra. Filming location: USA
The Responsibility and Path of a Yoga Teacher in the Yoga in Daily Life System
18:50 - 19:22 (32 min)
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A discourse on the responsibility and conduct of a yoga teacher within the Yoga in Daily Life system. "A yoga teacher, especially from Yoga in Daily Life, is something very different from a gym or aerobics instructor. It carries a great responsibility." "We are like that channel... we are this instrument that Gurū Dev, that our paramparā, is using." Swami Samyagdam shares guidance for yoga teachers, emphasizing the solemn duty to faithfully transmit the system's teachings without alteration. She outlines specific protocols, such as maintaining professional boundaries after class and teaching even a single student, stressing that the role is one of a selfless channel for the lineage's knowledge. The talk warns against using the training for personal gain and underscores the necessity of ongoing devotion through satsang. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
The Awakening of Inner Powers: Yoga in Daily Life
19:30 - 20:47 (77 min)
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A public lecture on yoga philosophy and practical techniques for daily life. "Yoga is the science of humans. The science of the yoga Veda is about ourselves, about our inner being." "My Master Gurudev said, 'One in all and all in one.'" Swami Paramadvaiti addresses an audience in Brno, exploring the concept of awakening inner power through the yogic model of the five bodies or kośas. He discusses the importance of nourishment, energy, mind, wisdom, and bliss, relating them to health, stress, and the unity of all life. The talk includes a practical demonstration of a technique to release tension by chanting OM with hands covering the ears. Filming location: Brno, Czech Republic
Satsang will bring us to the Aim
20:55 - 22:09 (74 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Vep. Satsang is the train that will bring us to our destination. The path is very difficult - but it is very easy and relaxed if you have understanding. Try not to destroy someone. Bring the ocean of immortality instead. Sweet words remove troubles.
The Glory of Alak Purījī
22:15 - 23:32 (77 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the names and nature of exalted saints, focusing on Alak Purījī. "Alak means indescribable; we cannot write that glory." "Alak nirañjan. Niranjan is that it has no rañja, no black spot on the body, neither on the cloth, nor on the body, and nor on your soul." The lecturer explains the meaning of 'Alak' (indescribable) and 'Purī' (complete or a city), connecting them to the Nath tradition and saints like Śrī Devapurījī. He describes the state of a true Siddha or Avadhūta, who is without desire and served by spiritual powers (siddhis). The talk emphasizes selfless giving, illustrated by stories including Shiva begging for alms and the sage Dadhīci. A disciple, Dr. Shanti, shares her personal vision of Alak Purījī's form appearing in the Himalayas. Filming location: Vép, Hungary
Atma is in every creature
23:40 - 0:42 (62 min)
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A satsang discourse on spiritual lineage, the nature of the self, and practical wisdom. "Śrī Guru Ātmā Parāptamā Ho Mātma Puruṣottama, Sakal Jag ke Antaryāmī, Cara Car kī Ātmā Prabhu... in this one line, everything is covered." "To which doctor will you go? To the doctor in the picture, or to a real, alive doctor?" Swami Vishwaguruji addresses the gathering, weaving teachings on the essence of the Guru and the universal Ātmā (soul) from the paramparā (lineage) with humorous, practical advice on topics from kingship and knowledge to hair and modern fashion. A disciple then reflects on the profound value of having a living Guru to transmit these teachings. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
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