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Chakras and Awakening
0:00 - 1:00 (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
Pranayama and the five elements
1:05 - 1:52 (47 min)
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A morning satsang on prāṇāyāma, health, and the yogic science of life. "Prāṇa is life. Everything is life." "Where there is water, there is God. What is God? It is called life." A spiritual teacher addresses the gathering after a morning walk, focusing on the vital role of breath (prāṇa) and water. He offers practical instructions for prāṇāyāma and dietary reduction, using analogies like a soaked bean seed. He explains the yogic view of the nervous system, warns against blocking moisture with lipstick, and shares an Ayurvedic remedy using ghee on the navel. The talk connects breath, the five elements, and modern environmental issues, concluding with a simple self-diagnostic technique involving the navel pulse. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Around the world - Yoga camp for Kids Strilky
2:00 - 2:04 (4 min)
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A guided visualization or ritual instruction involving symbolic objects and actions. "If it shines forth in the darkness, it means you have saved it and that it has been fulfilled. Come and take from it." "The cup is painted there, shining brightly. Behind that little pond, there is a tree stump. The cup is supposed to stand upon that stump, correct?" An unseen guide leads participants through a symbolic sequence, identifying a location from a picture featuring a park with a whirlpool and pond. The focus is a brightly painted cup meant to be placed upon a tree stump. The instructions involve using colored pencils, initially to tie the cup but then not completely, before shifting to making the pencils into boats within groups. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Around the world - Yoga Class of Level 3, Zagreb, CRO
2:10 - 3:09 (59 min)
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Yoga in Daily Life Class of Level 3 at Sri Devpuriji Ashram, Zagreb, Croatia, January 2011
Wisdom of the Holy Scriptures
3:15 - 4:16 (61 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Many many Masters knew the past and present and wrote numerous books and scriptures. Some books were destroyed, but light can't be destroyed. Knowledge awakening within us is Guru Vidya. Our brain is slowly becoming sleepy and we don't realize this. Hatha Yoga is to purify ourselves.
Advice for good health
4:20 - 5:28 (68 min)
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A satsang on Haṭha Yoga practices and natural wisdom, blending personal anecdotes with traditional teachings. "Gurujī said, 'I am now in Mumbai, and I am going tomorrow morning by train. What is the constellation? If it is not good, then should we stop the train?'" "Better to die, but with the salt. Yes, so Āyurveda, and Āyurveda is saying senda salt." The lecturer leads the session, sharing stories about his Gurujī and the practical applications of Haṭha Yoga. He explains the importance of salt for health, details cleansing techniques like netī and kuñjal kriyā, and emphasizes learning from nature, illustrated by a folk tale about the origin of ocean salt. The talk connects yogic purification with Āyurvedic principles found in plants and natural elements. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Strength of the Hatha Yogi
5:35 - 6:28 (53 min)
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A morning satsang on the meaning and practice of Haṭha Yoga. "Haṭha yoga has many meanings. So one is called 'haṭha,' meaning 'I will do, I will achieve, I will come through.'" "In Haṭha Yoga, yogī... you have no fear, you have no anger, you have no anything, and you are divine in this world." The lecturer leads a discourse exploring the multifaceted definitions of Haṭha Yoga. He begins by describing four types of "haṭha" or willpower: childish (Bāla), feminine (Triyā), royal (Rāja), and yogic (Yoga), illustrating the last with a story of a yogi unmoved by Lord Shiva. He then explains Haṭha Yoga as the union of the solar ("Ha") and lunar ("Tha") energies within the Ājñā Cakra, and outlines the six purification techniques (Shatkarmas) like Netī. The talk weaves together philosophy, subtle anatomy, and practical guidance. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Satsang from Strilky
6:35 - 7:40 (65 min)
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Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
Practise and live disciplined
7:45 - 8:56 (71 min)
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A satsang on the discipline of yoga practice within daily life. "If you have no discipline, even if you are working yoga, practicing 35 years, but if the discipline is not there, then what happens? You go on the wrong way." "Yogaḥ cittavṛtti nirodhaḥ. So this you should purify; everything, then you can go further and further." Swami Madhvanandaji addresses a gathering, emphasizing that authentic yoga requires strict personal discipline (anuśāsana) and the purification of mental fluctuations (citta vṛtti), not just physical postures. He critiques the pursuit of miracles and the tendency to abandon worldly responsibilities, advocating instead for a balanced life of practice within family and society. The talk includes admonishments about maintaining focus during the retreat, avoiding waste, and practical instructions for upcoming Kriya and mantra sessions. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
The importance of healthy food
9:00 - 10:03 (63 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Whenever giving a lecture Vishwaguriji prays for guidance, protection and blessing of the Masters. If you do this before your sadhana, it will be very successful. There are many illnesses originating from how and what we are eating. To preserve the health of the body we should use proper nutrition, pure drinking water. The heart and soul is the same in everyone, it does not depend on the color of the skin.
Birds are feeling where their nest is
10:10 - 11:22 (72 min)
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An evening satsang on Haṭha Yoga techniques, spiritual training, and the connection to one's roots. "One might use one or two other techniques, but generally it is the same. You know, we have many people who do Śaṅkhaprakṣālana." "Sooner or later, we will come to that place to sit. That is from a bhajan by Sūradāsa... if someone runs away, they will come back." Swami Maheshwarananda (Guruji) explains the cleansing technique of Śaṅkhaprakṣālana, detailing its procedure, benefits, and necessary precautions under a qualified teacher. He then expands into a wide-ranging discourse, using parables of swans, storks, and donkeys to illustrate themes of spiritual training, the master-disciple relationship, and the deep, innate connection to one's homeland and community. He emphasizes the comprehensive nature of Yoga in Daily Life and the importance of proper certification. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Do not kill
11:30 - 12:40 (70 min)
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A satsang on Kriya Yoga, the nature of the self, and the unity of all life. "Anything you do is a kriyā. While eating, when you are swallowing, it is a kriyā. When you speak, it is a kriyā." "Gurujī said, 'one in all and all in one.' That depends on you. Your practice, you cannot think that it will be like this." The lecturer continues the program's satsang, introducing the concept of Kriya Anushthana. He explains that all action is Kriya and explores the five senses (Jñānendriyas) as instruments of knowledge. Through anecdotes and a practical exercise where attendees locate their sense of 'I', he discusses the layers of the body, the soul (Ātmā, Jīvātmā), and the interconnectedness of all beings, using analogies of water cycles and a beehive to illustrate oneness. He advises on spiritual practice, warns against ego, and concludes with blessings. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Fire is God
12:45 - 13:41 (56 min)
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Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Agnisar kriya is good for the fire center, for solar plexus. There are many different kinds of fire, not only fire of digestsion. Explanation about importance of fire, how to make a fire place with respect to the Divine Shakti.
Chakras in the human
13:45 - 14:55 (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
Practicing of the system 'Yoga in Daily Life', Level 3 - Part 2
15:00 - 16:07 (67 min)
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Practicing of the system "Yoga in Daily Life", Level 3 - Part 2, in Om Vishwa Deep Gurukul Swami Maheshwaranand Ashram, Jadan, Rajasthan, India on 27th of October 2009.
Life on this planet
16:10 - 16:58 (48 min)
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A satsang discourse on Sanātana Dharma, the eternal cosmic law. "Dharma rakṣita rakṣitaḥ: if you protect Dharma, Dharma will protect you. That Dharma is called eternal Dharma, the cosmic law, and that is called Sanātana Dharma." "Mame vaso jīva loke, I am living in each and every entity. Jīva bhūta sanātana, all they are my relatives, meaning they are myself." The lecturer addresses a gathering, welcoming senior sādhvīs and swāmīs, including two newly titled Mahāmaṇḍaleśvaras. He explains Sanātana Dharma not as a man-made religion but as the eternal principle inherent in all creation—from humans and animals to seasons and planets. The talk explores the divine presence in every living being, the human duty to protect life, and how daily self-inquiry and ethical conduct align one with this universal law. Filming location: Vienna, Austria
Śaṅkha Prakṣālana and Kunjal Kriyā: Purification of the Intestine and Stomach
17:00 - 17:40 (40 min)
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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
Foundations of Yoga in Daily Life
17:45 - 18:38 (53 min)
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An evening satsang on integrating yoga into daily existence. "Yoga in Daily Life is not only these two or three exercises; there is the flow of the nectar of the Gaṅgā." "Don't depend on anyone. Depend on thyself. And thyself means that which gives us our life." Swamiji welcomes attendees to the third seminar at the ashram, reflecting on the history of Střekov Castle. He shares personal stories of dietary experiments and spiritual tests to illustrate the practical application of yoga, emphasizing self-reliance, non-violence (ahiṃsā), and the unity of all spiritual paths. The talk blends personal anecdotes, philosophical points from Patañjali, and encouragement for consistent daily practice. Filming locations: Střekov Castle, Ústí nad Labem, Czech Republic.
Chakras and Awakening
18:45 - 19:45 (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
Do not kill
19:50 - 21:00 (70 min)
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A satsang on Kriya Yoga, the nature of the self, and the unity of all life. "Anything you do is a kriyā. While eating, when you are swallowing, it is a kriyā. When you speak, it is a kriyā." "Gurujī said, 'one in all and all in one.' That depends on you. Your practice, you cannot think that it will be like this." The lecturer continues the program's satsang, introducing the concept of Kriya Anushthana. He explains that all action is Kriya and explores the five senses (Jñānendriyas) as instruments of knowledge. Through anecdotes and a practical exercise where attendees locate their sense of 'I', he discusses the layers of the body, the soul (Ātmā, Jīvātmā), and the interconnectedness of all beings, using analogies of water cycles and a beehive to illustrate oneness. He advises on spiritual practice, warns against ego, and concludes with blessings. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Foundations of Yoga in Daily Life
21:05 - 21:58 (53 min)
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An evening satsang on integrating yoga into daily existence. "Yoga in Daily Life is not only these two or three exercises; there is the flow of the nectar of the Gaṅgā." "Don't depend on anyone. Depend on thyself. And thyself means that which gives us our life." Swamiji welcomes attendees to the third seminar at the ashram, reflecting on the history of Střekov Castle. He shares personal stories of dietary experiments and spiritual tests to illustrate the practical application of yoga, emphasizing self-reliance, non-violence (ahiṃsā), and the unity of all spiritual paths. The talk blends personal anecdotes, philosophical points from Patañjali, and encouragement for consistent daily practice. Filming locations: Střekov Castle, Ústí nad Labem, Czech Republic.
Webcast from Strilky
22:05 - 23:12 (67 min)
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Morning satsang
See God in your heart
23:20 - 0:15 (55 min)
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An evening satsang on the essence of Hatha Yoga, the soul's journey, and the necessity of a living guru. "In every creature, every vegetation, in every stone and every water, there is God." "Guru is Brahma, Guru is Vishnu, Guru is Shiva. All are they, who? Your Guru. And your Guru is inside." The lecturer addresses disciples at an ashram meadow, weaving together the topics of Hatha Yoga's chakras and mantras, the transmigration of the soul through different bodies, and the nature of God. He contrasts formless divinity with the embodied, living guru who provides answers, asserting the unique presence of a living God in Sanatana Dharma. The talk includes personal anecdotes, references to scripture, and practical instructions for techniques like Neti. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
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