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Be careful with the self-made Gurus
0:20 - 0:55 (35 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the importance of discernment in seeking a true guru, illustrated with cautionary tales. "Sometimes we just follow people by seeing their work, but not by understanding what they really are doing, and we follow blindly." "It’s very important to find a real Satguru Dev, because nowadays, as we know, it’s Kali Yuga, and in Kali Yuga people are not so nice as they were once upon a time." A speaker addresses a gathering, warning against blind faith in the spiritual search. He emphasizes the necessity of finding a genuine guru from an authentic lineage, contrasting this with self-serving imposters. He shares two parables: one about a blind sadhu whose devotional offering is eaten by a cat, leading to an unexamined ritual tradition, and another about a deceitful, nose-less fake guru who exploits disciples. The core message is to seek clarity, ask questions, and avoid following teachings without understanding. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
If you have dedication, you get everything
1:00 - 2:04 (64 min)
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A morning satsang on simplicity, renunciation, and devotion. "Life is simple. No need to complicate it. We just need two pieces of cloth, or even one." "If you have true Guru Bhakti, if you have true dedication towards your Guru, if you believe in Him, then you will eventually get what you are waiting for." The lecturer begins by demonstrating the traditional gati cloth worn by sadhus, explaining its symbolism and the meaning of the tripuṇḍ tilak. He shares a parable about a jealous priest and a magical conch to illustrate the folly of envy. The discourse then explores the life of Gautama Buddha as an exemplar of renunciation and dedication, followed by a story of the disciple Giri's devotion to Adi Shankaracharya. The session includes Sanskrit chants and concludes with a bhajan. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Prashad
2:10 - 2:51 (41 min)
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Swamiji in Sliac, 3rd April 2007.
Kundalini: The Serpent Power of Destiny
2:55 - 3:45 (50 min)
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A discourse on Kundalini yoga, destiny, and spiritual wisdom. "Kundalini is the Śakti, the power that directs our life. It is the dormant energy within our consciousness, connected to certain physical centers in the body." "Destiny is the product of your own actions. No one is there to be blamed. You are only yourself responsible for your destiny." Swami Satyananda Saraswati explains the nature of Kundalini as a dormant serpent power and its connection to personal destiny, which is shaped by past karma. He emphasizes the importance of acting with awareness of deśa (place) and kāla (time/circumstances) to achieve harmony and avoid problems. The talk explores the symbolism of the snake as both time/death and spiritual energy, concluding that self-realization frees one from destiny's power. Filming location: Kranj, Slovenia
We should not have duality
3:48 - 3:59 (11 min)
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A satsang discourse on the eternal guru lineage and the nature of divinity. "Other religions are also very good, but they have no God. Not living God." "So there is one coming once, and there is another one which is forever coming." The lecturer addresses devotees, reflecting on recent travel and attendance. He explains the concept of a living God through the eternal spiritual lineage (paramparā), contrasting it with his view of other faiths. Using the analogy of universal parents and unique biological mothers, he describes the relationship between the singular divine and the plurality of saints and gurus who manifest it continuously. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Around The World - Vegetarianism and top sport, Part 1
4:00 - 4:24 (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
Guru Mahima
4:30 - 5:05 (35 min)
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Satsang on the occasion of Gurupurnima in Jadan, India given by His Holiness Sri Swami Madhavananda Puriji.
How to train our mind?
5:10 - 5:31 (21 min)
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A spiritual discourse on taming the restless mind using a parable from Gurudeva. "Our mind is chanchal. Chanchal means very restless, and that is normal for a human mind, but you need to learn how to train and tame your mind." "In the same way, our minds are very restless, running around. We should just let it go; that is its job, to roam around and have thoughts continuously. Then, slowly, slowly, train your mind towards Guru Bhakti." A speaker recounts Gurudeva's parable of a king's untamable horse and the patient trainer who tamed it through gentle, persistent companionship and reward. The story serves as an analogy for taming the restless mind through devotion to the Guru and the path of Bhakti, rather than forceful suppression. The session concludes with the guided recitation and explanation of a Sanskrit mantra focused on meditating on the Supreme Self within the heart. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Be careful with the self-made Gurus
5:35 - 6:10 (35 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the importance of discernment in seeking a true guru, illustrated with cautionary tales. "Sometimes we just follow people by seeing their work, but not by understanding what they really are doing, and we follow blindly." "It’s very important to find a real Satguru Dev, because nowadays, as we know, it’s Kali Yuga, and in Kali Yuga people are not so nice as they were once upon a time." A speaker addresses a gathering, warning against blind faith in the spiritual search. He emphasizes the necessity of finding a genuine guru from an authentic lineage, contrasting this with self-serving imposters. He shares two parables: one about a blind sadhu whose devotional offering is eaten by a cat, leading to an unexamined ritual tradition, and another about a deceitful, nose-less fake guru who exploits disciples. The core message is to seek clarity, ask questions, and avoid following teachings without understanding. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
In the bliss of bhajans
6:15 - 7:26 (71 min)
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Bhajans from different ashrams in India
Bhramari pranayama and concentration on the navel
7:30 - 8:33 (63 min)
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Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Bhajan singing. Practising bhramari pranayama relaxation and concentration on the navel.
Bhajan evening from Vep
8:34 - 9:29 (55 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Vep, Hungary. Bhajan singing.
Bhajan singing from Vep
9:30 - 10:21 (51 min)
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Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Vep, Hungary. Bhajan singing.
Bhajans from Strilky Ashram
10:25 - 11:59 (94 min)
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Morning satsang from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
Navaratri - Honoring the Divine Mother and speech on Kriya Yoga, Gold Coast
12:05 - 13:49 (104 min)
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Navaratri is a nine day celebration of the divine mother - Shakti. Singing and translation of Holy Gurujis bhajan: "Jaya Matesvari Jaya Devi Candan." Ram Navami is a festival, celebrating the incarnation of Lord Rama. What is Kriya Yoga? How can Kriya help you? What does Kriya do in our body? In our mind? In our consciousness? In our intellect? On our soul? And how it leads us to the divine consciousness, the Atma? There are six Kriyas in Hatha Yoga techniques which are cleaning and purifying our body. Practicing the spiritual Kriya Yoga technique will purify our subconsciuosness. Kriya is one of the best, quickest and sure path of the human life. Kriya practicing awakens the Kundalini Shakti. Through divine prayers and spiritual Kriyas we can purify our destinies. It will uplift and enlighten our consciousness, then we become free from the Karmas. Recorded at bush retreat at Mudgeeraba, Gold Coast, Australia.
Divine knowledge
13:55 - 15:45 (110 min)
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Johannesburg, South Africa in September 2004. Followed by "YIDL Lineage", "Unity in diversity". "Kundalini and Chakras". Finally follows a Lecture about Yoga Nidra followed by Awakening of the Healing powers.
If you have dedication, you get everything
15:50 - 16:54 (64 min)
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A morning satsang on simplicity, renunciation, and devotion. "Life is simple. No need to complicate it. We just need two pieces of cloth, or even one." "If you have true Guru Bhakti, if you have true dedication towards your Guru, if you believe in Him, then you will eventually get what you are waiting for." The lecturer begins by demonstrating the traditional gati cloth worn by sadhus, explaining its symbolism and the meaning of the tripuṇḍ tilak. He shares a parable about a jealous priest and a magical conch to illustrate the folly of envy. The discourse then explores the life of Gautama Buddha as an exemplar of renunciation and dedication, followed by a story of the disciple Giri's devotion to Adi Shankaracharya. The session includes Sanskrit chants and concludes with a bhajan. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Practicing of the system 'Yoga in Daily Life', Level 3 - Part 2
17:00 - 18:07 (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.
Daya ist unser dharma, Vienna
18:15 - 19:04 (49 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the foundations of dharma, compassion, and the stages of life. "Compassion is the root of Dharma, while the root of sin is ego." "Dharma rakṣita, rakṣita: If you can protect your Dharma, then Dharma can protect you." The speaker delivers a teaching on the essence of human duty (dharma), establishing compassion (dayā) as its fundamental root contrasted with the ego, which is the root of sin. Using the intellect (buddhi) and discernment (viveka) to navigate life's dilemmas is emphasized, illustrated by a story of a yogi and a hunter. The talk outlines the four traditional stages of life (āśramas) and stresses the integration of spiritual practice, like 24-hour Kriyā Yoga and self-inquiry, into one's daily existence to achieve liberation. Filming location: Vienna, Austria
Satsang from Spisska Nova ves
19:10 - 20:21 (71 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Spisska Nova Ves, Slovak Republic. Bhajan singing. Talk of the bhaktas about the construction and opening ceremony of the Om Ashram.
Prana is life energy
20:25 - 21:14 (49 min)
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Morning satsang from Summer Retreat in Vep, Hungary. While prana is present in the body a human is alive, even if there are no breathing functions and the heart activity is not visible. Vishwaguruji explains the story of the great saint, Valmiki.
Sanatan Dharma is for all
21:20 - 22:18 (58 min)
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Satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jaipur Ashram, India. Culture unites us. Real dharma is called Sanatan Dharma and it is for all. As humans spread around the world, cultures merge into each other, but some things such as mentality remain. We should follow organic farming and consume organic food. It is advisable to avoid using manipulated seeds. In our sadhana (practice) we should rise above language, nation and culture.
Yoga is a science
22:25 - 23:44 (79 min)
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A spiritual lecture on Kuṇḍalinī, chakras, and the purpose of human life. "Yoga is the science of body, mind, consciousness, and soul. Yoga without spirituality is like a body without a soul." "Chakra is that which is purifying our body, mind, and consciousness. Chakra has to be purified through practice of mantra, prayers, or some yogic kriyās. Then the kuṇḍalinī will awake." The teacher continues a multi-day seminar, delving into the nature of human consciousness through the lens of Kuṇḍalinī energy and the chakra system. He explains the five layers of the body (kośas), the persistence of karma using an analogy of salt in water, and the symbolism of the Mūlādhāra chakra—its red color, lotus imagery, and four petals representing the four aims of life: dharma, artha, kāma, and mokṣa. The discourse expands into themes of universal love, friendship, and living in the world with detachment, like a lotus in water. Filming location: Australia
Prashad
23:50 - 0:31 (41 min)
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Swamiji in Sliac, 3rd April 2007.
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