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Chakras and the Kundalini
0:55 - 1:54 (59 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the science of chakras and kuṇḍalinī. "Yoga is the science of humans. Yoga is the first creation." "Kuṇḍalinī and cakra science is a great... and we will come tomorrow." Swami Ji addresses an evening gathering, introducing the profound subjects of chakras and kuṇḍalinī as part of the science of yoga. He explains these concepts through metaphors of resonance, the elements, and the oneness of the soul, while also discussing how emotional and psychological tensions manifest as physical ailments in specific energy centers. The talk promises a detailed exploration over the coming days. Filming location: Wellington, New Zealand
Around the world - Satsang YC Blanicka
2:00 - 2:06 (6 min)
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New Year satsang from Blanicka Yoga Centre Prague.
Around The World - Vegetarianism and top sport, Part 2
2:10 - 2:43 (33 min)
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A dialogue between two vegetarian athletes about diet, discipline, and performance. "The distrust was great. I wasn't 100% sure whether it would affect my development. Specifically, I have been practicing bodybuilding for the past 17 years." "In our race, we do not have such results... we all do it for ourselves, for our own pleasure, for our own enjoyment, for pushing the boundaries." Hanuman Purī, a bodybuilder, and Govind Purī, a yoga instructor and Ironman triathlete, discuss their journeys to vegetarianism—one through yoga and ethics, the other initially for athletic performance. They detail the practical challenges of plant-based nutrition for sports, addressing protein sourcing, meal timing, and the mental discipline required, while debunking myths about meat being essential for strength or muscle development. Filming location: Zagreb, Croatia
Unity
2:50 - 3:36 (46 min)
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A public lecture on yoga and the purpose of human life. "Yoga means union, oneness. Where there is duality, there is fighting. Where there is unity, there is peace, harmony, and God-consciousness." "God gave us happiness for free... So why do we not search within us and become happy? And for that, there is yoga." His Holiness Vishwaguruji Mahamandaleshwara Swami Maheshvarananda delivers a lecture after an 18-year absence, exploring the goal of human life as union with the formless, omnipresent God. He explains the holistic yoga path—from physical postures and breath control to concentration and the necessity of guided meditation—using parables and emphasizing that happiness and peace are already within. The talk concludes with a blessing for a happy and healthy life. Filming location: Czech Republic
Strengthening the fire
3:40 - 4:10 (30 min)
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An instructional session on Agni Sāra Kriyā, a yogic practice for health. "Blood pressure and diabetes are the best of friends. When diabetes arrives, blood pressure accompanies it." "Agni Sāra Kriyā awakens a fire within your body that burns all excess fat and unnecessary matter." A teacher explains the philosophy and health benefits of the digestive fire (jāṭharāgni) and Agni Sāra Kriyā, relating it to conditions like diabetes and memory. He details the proper fasting conditions, precautions, and the practice's effects on organs and fat. The session includes a live demonstration by a student named Madhuram, showing the correct posture and breathing technique for the Kriyā. Filming location: Wellington, New Zealand
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
Unity
4:55 - 5:41 (46 min)
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A public lecture on yoga and the purpose of human life. "Yoga means union, oneness. Where there is duality, there is fighting. Where there is unity, there is peace, harmony, and God-consciousness." "God gave us happiness for free... So why do we not search within us and become happy? And for that, there is yoga." His Holiness Vishwaguruji Mahamandaleshwara Swami Maheshvarananda delivers a lecture after an 18-year absence, exploring the goal of human life as union with the formless, omnipresent God. He explains the holistic yoga path—from physical postures and breath control to concentration and the necessity of guided meditation—using parables and emphasizing that happiness and peace are already within. The talk concludes with a blessing for a happy and healthy life. Filming location: Czech Republic
Keep your Anamaya Kosha clean
5:00 - 6:23 (83 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from weekend Yoga Seminar in Novo Mesto, Slovenia. Badjan singing. Indian ambassador speaks about the importance of to keep the traditions unchanged. Every sound influence to ous brain. O human don't be proud of your being as a human. O man don't think that you are the best. Little ant has the same feeling as we have. We can't compare anything with God. We should keep our body healthy. We can become the slave of our tongue. We should clean our anamaya kosha. Every day practise is important. You can become your mantra. The development process is slow. Guru Kripa is the highest blessing. Where there is water there is God.
Turn Kaliyuga into Satyayuga
5:45 - 6:47 (62 min)
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A spiritual discourse on dharma, yoga, and conscious living. "Life is not a question of what we do, what we have, what we acquire, but a state of completion, a state of contentment." "The presence of dharma on this earth has brought duality and fighting: anger, hate, jealousy." The speaker delivers a wide-ranging talk, using parables and teachings to explore the nature of life as a play of duality and the path of dharma. He discusses the obstacles of ego and illusion, the universal principles of yoga for health and harmony, and the urgent need for ethical and spiritual education for children to foster environmental care, family unity, and peace. The talk concludes with an emphasis on yoga as a practical science for a harmonious life.
The fruit of immortality
6:55 - 7:46 (51 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the paradox of vairāgya (dispassion) and renunciation. "You are the luckiest ones, for you have not yet attained Self-Realization. After Realization, life is completely different." "Without satsaṅg (holy company), there is no vairāgya. You cannot attain vairāgya without satsaṅg." Swami Madhavananda (Devpuriji) leads a satsang exploring the difficult nature of true dispassion. He explains that vairāgya is essential for a renunciate but warns it is fragile without the support of spiritual community. Using teachings from Shankaracharya and a detailed parable about a king, a magical fruit, and a chain of betrayals, he illustrates how worldly attachments prevent liberation and how profound disappointment can itself become a catalyst for renunciation. The talk also covers the significance of proper rituals for homes and temples. Filming location: Vép, Hungary
The reflection of the Self
7:50 - 9:02 (72 min)
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A spiritual discourse on self-realization and daily practice. "Guru Kripa Hi Kevalam. The matter of knowing the Self can only be with the Guru's grace." "One in all, and all in one. So I am the ātmā. This is very, very important." The lecturer leads a satsang, emphasizing the need for personal spiritual effort (sādhanā) and alertness (chetan) to realize the eternal Self (Ātmā) beyond the temporary body and worldly sorrows. He uses analogies like the body as a disposable bag and the importance of mantra repetition, while cautioning against excessive attachment to the material world and the five temporary sheaths (kośas). Filming location: Vép, Hungary
Purify your body from poison
9:10 - 10:24 (74 min)
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An evening discourse on the Kuṇḍalinī, chakras, and the nature of happiness. "Happiness is within ourselves. Peace is within ourselves. And unhappiness is from outside." "It is said that in life, when we walk... beside you is walking your death. You can see it is like the shadow, the shadow of your body." The speaker explores the sources of happiness and suffering, using the parable of a couple's 50-year misunderstanding over a piece of bread to illustrate how unspoken grievances create internal poison. He connects this to the Viśuddhi (throat) chakra, explaining its role in purification and relating it to the myth of Śiva drinking the ocean's poison. The talk emphasizes communication, forgiveness, and daily practices like prāṇāyāma to cleanse negativity and prevent physical and emotional ailments. Filming location: Garrison, NY, USA
Yagya
10:30 - 11:29 (59 min)
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A spiritual discourse on marriage, dharma, and spiritual practice. "Thus, it is said that for a yajña, you must have a couple, a husband and wife. But husband and wife must be very sympathetic." "Therefore, it is said there that you have to promise. Promise—promise—it does not matter which religion. In every religion there is the promise, and you cannot break your promise." Swami Ji addresses a gathering, weaving together themes of the sacred marital bond, its significance for spiritual practice like yajña, and the cosmic principles of dharma and justice (Dharmarāja). He cautions against breaking marital vows, discusses the roles of guru and disciple, and critiques certain modern religious practices. The talk includes practical announcements for an upcoming ceremony and concludes with an invitation to support the new ashram. Filming location: Auckland, New Zealand
The Essence of the Vedas and the Generosity of Nature
11:35 - 12:32 (57 min)
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A closing satsang and farewell address at a yoga retreat in Fiji. "If you give good things, comfort, pleasure, and help in every aspect to every creature... good will come back to you." "Look at this tree, this coconut, the tiny grass on earth. You do not know the power it holds as an herb." Swami Avatarpuri (Swāmījī) distills the essence of Vedic philosophy into the principle of karma, using the selfless generosity of nature—a lake (Sarvar), a tree (Tarvar), a saint, and the rain—as a teaching metaphor. He shares a story about a healing herb, advises students to deeply integrate their retreat experiences before teaching others, and leads a final blessing. A student then expresses gratitude on behalf of all attendees, thanking the Swami, the staff, and the Fijian community. Filming location: Fiji Islands
Relation of the Master and disciple
12:40 - 13:49 (69 min)
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A discourse on the essence of worship and the guru principle. "Ārādhya means that God or that Master whom we are worshipping." "Guru Brahma, Guru Viṣṇu, Guru Devo Maheśvara, Guru Sākṣāt Parabrahma, therefore Guru is that Parabrahma." The lecturer explains the meaning of "Ārādhya" as the personal deity or master one worships, emphasizing the underlying unity of all genuine spiritual paths. He elaborates on the Guru Tattva (guru principle) through the mantra "Guru Brahma, Guru Vishnu, Guru Devo Maheshvara," describing the guru as the source of knowledge (Brahma), protection (Vishnu), and liberation (Shiva). The talk includes parables, such as the story of a monkey destroying a bird's nest out of ego, to illustrate the importance of receiving knowledge with humility and the necessity of a living guru-disciple relationship within a true paramparā (lineage). Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Chakras and the Kundalini
13:50 - 14:49 (59 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the science of chakras and kuṇḍalinī. "Yoga is the science of humans. Yoga is the first creation." "Kuṇḍalinī and cakra science is a great... and we will come tomorrow." Swami Ji addresses an evening gathering, introducing the profound subjects of chakras and kuṇḍalinī as part of the science of yoga. He explains these concepts through metaphors of resonance, the elements, and the oneness of the soul, while also discussing how emotional and psychological tensions manifest as physical ailments in specific energy centers. The talk promises a detailed exploration over the coming days. Filming location: Wellington, New Zealand
Practicing of the system 'Yoga in Daily Life', Level 1 - Part 5
14:50 - 15:56 (66 min)
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A guided yoga session from the "Yoga in Daily Life" system at a desert retreat. "This centre is intended to be a yoga retreat and a spiritual centre. Its purpose is to serve humanity, to protect the environment through an ecological way of life, to offer spiritual seekers a path to find the light of spirituality through yoga." "The book consists of eight levels. All levels include physical exercises, breath exercises, mental exercises, concentration techniques, relaxation and meditation techniques." An instructor leads a comprehensive practice from Level One, beginning with a welcome to the ashram and its lineage. The session includes Oṁ chanting, deep relaxation (Śavāsana), instruction in the full yoga breath, and a series of āsanas performed lying, sitting, and standing. The practice concludes with Prāṇāyāma (Nāḍī Śodhana) and final Oṁ chanting, aiming to balance the body and mind. Filming location: Jadan, Rajasthan, India
The first wealth is health
16:00 - 16:49 (49 min)
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Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Vep, Hungary. This lecture explains what is important to our life.The first happiness is a healthy body. Money is also important up to a certain extent, to buy the things that are really needed. Mutual understanding in the household is a great fortune as well.
Bhakti Yoga
16:50 - 17:39 (49 min)
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Evening Satsang with Sri Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
Inaugurual session of the conference "Yoga for Wellness"
17:40 - 18:49 (69 min)
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Inaugurual session of the conference on 'Yoga for Wellness' organized by the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India and held at Pravasi Bariyat Kendra in New Delhi. The inaugural session was attended by the Vice President of India.
International Yoga festival 2017, 21st of November
18:50 - 20:03 (73 min)
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The International Yoga festival 2017 organized by Shanthivana Trust in Dharmasthala, India. The program was set to last from 21st to 24th of November 2017. The sponsors include: Yoga Federation of India, Asian Yoga Federation, Yoga Sports Association and others... Chief guest – Sri Shripad Yesso Naik (Honourable minister of state for AYUSH independent charge, Govt. of India.). Guests of Honour – Dr. H. R. Nagendra (SVYASA Yoga university, Bangalore)
Live webcast from Novo Mesto
19:30 - 21:00 (90 min)
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from weekend Yoga Seminar in Novo Mesto, Slovenia.
Vegetarian cooking lesson 8, Samosas
20:04 - 20:19 (15 min)
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A cooking demonstration for preparing samosas at a Yoga in Daily Life seminar. "For the samosas, we need two main components: the dough and the filling." "Press it down because we want to have full samādhi. You see?" Nirmala from Croatia guides viewers through making samosas, from preparing the dough and a spiced potato filling to shaping and deep-frying the pastries. The tutorial is presented in a relaxed, instructional style, blending practical cooking steps with a lighthearted spiritual metaphor during the sealing process. Filming location: Vép, Hungary
Keep the original message of Yoga
20:20 - 21:48 (88 min)
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Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Vep, Hungary. We worship the Moon, the Sun and all of the creatures. One in All - the Jiva is everywhere. The speech of the Ambassador of India to Hungary Mr. Kumar Tuhin. It is important to keep the original message of the Yoga. It is Sanatana Dharma, India is the cradle of culture. If we are doing only physical asanas we are not going to be successful at all. Sanatana Dharma stands above the duality. Ayurveda and yoga are much elder than five thousand years.
Avoid manipulated products
21:55 - 23:13 (78 min)
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A satsang discourse on the roots of ill health and the supreme value of spiritual community. "98% of us do not live healthily. So what shall we expect? Our body is suffering. Our mind is suffering." "Lucky are those who can come to satsaṅg. And unlucky are those who cannot come. Satsaṅg is so pleasant." The lecturer addresses the gathering, analyzing modern causes of disease from artificial food and polluted water to the manipulation of animals and crops. He stresses the need for disciplined control of the senses, particularly taste. The discourse culminates in a lengthy parable about the ṛṣis Viśvāmitra and Vasiṣṭha, illustrating through a divine test that the blessings of one minute in satsang are more powerful than 62,000 years of solitary tapasyā (austerities). Filming location: Vienna, Austria
Chakras are the source of koshas
23:20 - 0:35 (75 min)
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Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. God has given us everything to awakening the kundalini. We should maintain these capabilities. Story of a man who made pots by clay. Whatever you do the karma comes back to you good or bad. Story of Gandhi and a child who ate too much sugar. Best samadhi is the fire samadhi. The hair and the nail are in the akasha. Yoga is a human science. Energy is more than the physical body. We need living prana. Prana is life and life is the soul. Do not eat junk food.
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