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The Essence of the Vedas and the Generosity of Nature
0:50 - 1:47 (57 min)

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
The Light of Yoga in Slovenia
1:50 - 1:59 (9 min)

A documentary on the origins and growth of the Yoga in Daily Life system in Slovenia.
"Ever since I first met my teacher, my life has shifted towards spiritual experiences and a healthy, positive way of living."
"The most important spiritual principle of yoga is ahiṃsā, non-violence, in thoughts, words, and actions."
The film traces the arrival of Paramahamsa Svāmījī Mahēśvarānanda in Slovenia, beginning with his 1988 meeting with early disciples Jože and Zlatka Gal. It details the global spread of his Yoga in Daily Life system, its scientific recognition, and its structured programs for health and spiritual development. The narrative highlights the system's humanitarian projects and its core mission of fostering personal well-being and world peace, culminating in Slovenia hosting a World Peace Summit.
Filming location: Ljubljana, Maribor, various locations, Slovenia
Around the world - Pranayama practice from Mexico City
2:00 - 2:31 (31 min)

Pranayama practice.
Believe
2:35 - 3:54 (79 min)

Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Vancouver, Canada. Healing power of the mantras. Sooner or later we do believe. God is different for us, but there is only one God. Concentration on the different parts of the body.
The Yogic Anatomy and Practice
4:00 - 5:14 (74 min)

An evening satsang on Kundalini, chakras, and the layers of human existence.
"Humans can realize that energy which God is."
"God is not to be seen here as physical in front of us... God is in you, God is in me, but it is hidden within ourselves."
The lecturer leads a discourse exploring the subtle body, the five kośas (sheaths), and the path of yoga. He begins with a participatory exercise on locating the soul, discusses the 72,000 nerve systems and chakras, and outlines various yoga paths including Hatha, Karma, and Jñāna Yoga. The talk weaves in practical advice, analogies, and traditional teachings, emphasizing self-realization and the divine within.
Filming location: Vancouver, Canada
The first wealth is health
5:20 - 6:09 (49 min)

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.
Purify your body from poison
6:15 - 7:29 (74 min)

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
Believe
7:35 - 8:54 (79 min)

Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Vancouver, Canada. Healing power of the mantras. Sooner or later we do believe. God is different for us, but there is only one God. Concentration on the different parts of the body.
The first wealth is health
9:00 - 9:49 (49 min)

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.
Maya is a big cheater
9:55 - 11:07 (72 min)

A spiritual discourse weaving astrology, philosophy, and cautionary tales about illusion.
"God or the Sun does not make a difference between humans and animals. So do not think the sun is only for us; that is human thinking."
"Māyā is illusion. Such an illusion that you think that is all. I cannot be without this: my money, my wife, my husband."
Swami Maheshvaranand leads a morning satsang, beginning with the astrological significance of the day. He discusses planetary influences on all life, the importance of discerning auspicious signs, and the pervasive, deceptive power of Māyā (illusion), illustrated with the parable of a deadly snake. He explores liberation through the teachings of Kabīr and Maṅgīlālji, emphasizing sādhanā and transcending duality to merge with Brahman, thus escaping the cycle of rebirth and even the great dissolution (Mahāpralaya). The talk includes a story about Kabīr witnessing a grinding mill, and concludes with a devotee sharing a testimony about a charitable school project.
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Relation of the Master and disciple
11:15 - 12:24 (69 min)

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
The Yogic Anatomy and Practice
12:30 - 13:44 (74 min)

An evening satsang on Kundalini, chakras, and the layers of human existence.
"Humans can realize that energy which God is."
"God is not to be seen here as physical in front of us... God is in you, God is in me, but it is hidden within ourselves."
The lecturer leads a discourse exploring the subtle body, the five kośas (sheaths), and the path of yoga. He begins with a participatory exercise on locating the soul, discusses the 72,000 nerve systems and chakras, and outlines various yoga paths including Hatha, Karma, and Jñāna Yoga. The talk weaves in practical advice, analogies, and traditional teachings, emphasizing self-realization and the divine within.
Filming location: Vancouver, Canada
The Living Planet
13:50 - 14:54 (64 min)

A spiritual discourse on sustainability, life, and spiritual values.
"To live long means to serve this earth. First of all, we call it Mother Earth. Mother Earth means life."
"The God-made world is perfect. It is automatically self-regenerating; it knows how to be sustainable."
The lecturer addresses a global audience, responding to a question about longevity. He contrasts the perfect, self-sustaining systems of the God-made natural world with the destructive, unsustainable practices of the man-made world, critiquing modern concepts like the "green economy." He explores the sacred design of the Earth, the importance of serving parents, and the ultimate spiritual aim of self-realization and service over mere long life, weaving in teachings from scriptures, personal anecdotes, and a call for organic living.
Filming location: Wellington, New Zealand
Practice from Wellington with MM Vivekpuri
15:00 - 15:59 (59 min)

Wellington, New Zealand
Attachment towards God
16:05 - 16:49 (44 min)

A spiritual discourse on the nature of sacred attachment and family.
"Attachment is something which is great. The one attachment I am talking about is the oneness that lasts till eternity. It is like the attachment of a river to the ocean."
"This is real yoga. Yoga means union, oneness. Separation means no yoga. Husband and wife can become great, like a god."
The lecturer addresses the community, redefining attachment not as a worldly flaw but as a divine, eternal bond, using the metaphor of a river flowing to the ocean. He emphasizes the spiritual importance of lasting family unity, criticizes separation for the sake of children, and expands the discussion to include attachment to God, ancestors, and the universal presence of the divine across cultures. He illustrates this with stories from his travels to Cuba and Fiji.
Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
World Peace Tree planting, Umag, Croatia
16:50 - 16:57 (7 min)

A ceremonial tree planting for peace on the International Day of Non-Violence.
"This tree is a World Peace Tree. Today, on the Day of Non-Violence, this tree will tell us, 'Please save me, protect us.'"
"Those who will come near this tree and sit here and repeat a wish, your wish will be fulfilled."
A speaker identifying as Sri Lansi addresses a gathering, dedicating a "World Peace Tree" as a symbol of life and peace. He chants a version of the Mahāmṛtyuñjaya Mantra to bless the tree, stating it will fulfill the wishes of those who sit near it. He concludes by relaying a message of support from the President of Croatia for peace initiatives.
Filming location: Umag, Croatia
The Practice and Power of Trāṭaka
17:00 - 17:52 (52 min)

An evening satsang on the theory and practice of Trāṭaka, or yogic gazing.
"Trāṭaka means gazing on one point. The best object is the flame from a lamp of good ghee from a cow—not from buffaloes, goats, or sheep."
"While practicing Trāṭaka, if you practice every day, morning and evening, without interruption for twelve years, you will attain a siddhi... a very pure, very kind, and merciful look in your eyes."
Swami Prakashananda Saraswati provides detailed instructions for the cleansing technique of Trāṭaka. He explains suitable objects for gazing, such as a pure ghee flame or a black dot, and warns against using a mirror. He describes the profound benefits, including purification of mind, improved speech, and the awakening of divine energy and intuition, while stressing the necessity of guidance from a properly trained teacher and the use of a Guru Mantra. The talk includes a cautionary story about two monks to illustrate the importance of inner purity and forgiveness.
Filming location: Australia
Believe
18:00 - 19:19 (79 min)

Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Vancouver, Canada. Healing power of the mantras. Sooner or later we do believe. God is different for us, but there is only one God. Concentration on the different parts of the body.
Purify your body from poison
19:25 - 20:39 (74 min)

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
Atma is in every creature
20:45 - 21:47 (62 min)

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
Chakras and the Kundalini
21:55 - 22:54 (59 min)

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
Yagya
23:00 - 23:59 (59 min)

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
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