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Morning Yoga practice, Umag, Croatia (5/9)
0:00 - 1:31 (91 min)
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Morning Yoga practice from the international Yoga retreat Umag, Croatia on 29th of September 2010.
About the thousand names of Vishnu
1:35 - 2:05 (30 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Guruji Ashram, Vienna, Austria.
The spiritual family
2:10 - 3:01 (51 min)
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An opening talk at a spiritual seminar addressing the absence of the guru and the purpose of gathering. "People are always complaining, 'Oh, Kali Yuga is not good, Kali Yuga is a terrible time.' But if you know how to utilize it, Kali Yuga is also excellent." "We need to be like a Paramahaṁsa... We should be like that. In this world, we have so many things... we should be like the Haṁsa: take the pearls, take the milk, and leave the water." A senior disciple addresses the assembled spiritual family at the Vép seminar, acknowledging the physical absence of Viśvagurūjī. He reframes the gathering as a vital opportunity to recharge, strengthen spiritual family bonds, and deepen personal practice. Key themes include extracting the essence from the Kali Yuga, the necessity of a supportive community for sādhanā, and using the seminar for introspection, mauna (silence), and focused practice of āsana and prāṇāyāma to calm the mind. Filming location: Vép, Hungary
You are like bees
3:05 - 3:47 (42 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky, Czech Republic. There are many Gurus and many more disciples in the world. We are not our body, we are Atma. Never be negative with anyone. Bhajan is like honey coming from our throat. I bless you and work for you. The corona will pass away sooner or later. We are all like bees. Singing Bhajans.
The Guru can change our destiny
3:55 - 4:17 (22 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the guru's power to transform destiny. "Everything depends on our karmas... What is written for you, what is written in your destiny, that is what is going to happen." "Guru Kṛpāhi Kevalam... So this is Guru Kṛpā. The guru is the one who can actually change your destiny if he wants." The lecturer narrates a traditional story from Holī Gurujī about a king's guru and the Vedāntā, the deity who writes destiny. The tale illustrates how a guru's compassion and clever guidance can alter the seemingly fixed fate of two princes, demonstrating the supreme grace of the guru. The discourse emphasizes the guru's equal love for all, regardless of status. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Kriya and Kundalini
4:25 - 5:11 (46 min)
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A spiritual discourse on Kuṇḍalinī, Śakti, and the foundational rites for spiritual practice. "Kuṇḍalinī is the energy in our body. Kuṇḍalinī is a kind of consciousness which has clarity, and it leads the aspirant to the highest level of consciousness." "Your Kriya Yoga will be successful. At that time, your Kuṇḍalinī will be pure, and it will awaken. Otherwise... they remain only a fairy tale." Following a children's performance, Swami Ji delivers a morning satsang exploring the nature of Kuṇḍalinī energy and its connection to Kriyā Yoga. He explains that successful spiritual awakening depends on fulfilling one's ancestral obligations through the sixteen Vedic saṃskāras (rites of passage), detailing ceremonies like ear piercing (Karṇa Vedha) and the funeral rites (Antyeṣṭi, Kapāla Kriyā). He emphasizes that unfulfilled duties to ancestors can obstruct one's practice and family harmony, and invites attendees to participate in upcoming ceremonies to liberate these ancestral souls. Filming location: San Francisco, USA
How do we practice Bhramari?
5:15 - 5:34 (19 min)
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A teaching session on breathwork and the Brahmari technique. "You are very good persons, and you must practice every day." "You should do only three practices: on the chest, on the heart, in the navel, and then Brahmari." A spiritual teacher instructs a group on daily breathing practices, using the analogy of a varied meal to explain the need for different techniques. He outlines a sequence focusing on the heart and navel, details methods of inhalation and exhalation through the nose and mouth, and gives specific guidance on practicing the Brahmari sound. The talk includes practical warnings about social settings and concludes with an encouragement to practice at home. Filming location: Vép, Hungary
God is only one
5:40 - 6:16 (36 min)
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A spiritual discourse on unity, the human condition, and devotional surrender. "I cannot plan anything that I would like. I am in the hand of my Master." "Yoga means oneness... all humans, they are one." Following an opening Sanskrit invocation, a spiritual teacher addresses a gathering, reflecting on a recent summer program with their Guru, Viśvagurujī. The talk emphasizes utilizing received spiritual grace and expands into themes of universal oneness, using metaphors of ocean water and the five elements to illustrate the singular divine source behind all religions and life. The speaker advises a mindful daily routine, warns against harming life and substance abuse, and concludes with blessings for all attendees and the world. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
A Warm Welcome and the Three Books
6:20 - 6:28 (8 min)
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A welcome address and discourse upon a spiritual teacher's return. "You only have to look in those three books. Everything is explained there." "When the Guru's kṛpā is upon you, you have nothing to worry about." A devotee offers a warm welcome to Swāmījī upon his arrival at the airport after a long journey. The speaker emphasizes that all spiritual guidance is contained within three key books: a yoga book, a chakra book, and the Līlā Amṛt. Following this, another speaker chants a Maṅgalācaraṇ, explains its meaning as a salutation to the guru lineage from Sadāśiva to their current Gurudev, and expresses gratitude for the blessing of being in the Guru's service. Filming location: Vienna, Austria
You and me are one
6:35 - 7:14 (39 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the nature of life, death, and authentic practice. "Life is everywhere. Then there are the flying creatures... They are happy, or they think, 'We are all right, we are good.'" "It is said that if they burn the body completely, everything that is there, then they are going far... all is going, life." The speaker shares a series of contemplations and personal anecdotes, including a story about a mother figure (Mātājī) in Vienna and a nighttime encounter with a spiritual presence resembling his Guru. He discusses the pervasiveness of life, the process of death and cremation, and uses the metaphor of a drop merging into the ocean to describe spiritual unity. The talk concludes with a critique of modern yoga practices focused on money rather than genuine inner realization. Filming location: Vienna, Austria
Our heart is very great
7:20 - 7:53 (33 min)
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A satsang discourse on the universal sound of Om and the spiritual practice of surrender. "In India, a name changes with region. In North India, you have Rāma. In Middle India, it becomes Rāma. In South India, it becomes Rāmaṇ." "The easiest option is to let go, put it down, and allow the mind to become peaceful. The happiest thing is simply to let it be, to release it calmly and let it flow." A speaker first explains the universality of Om, linking it to the words 'Amen' and 'Amin', and discusses his work promoting Indian traditional sciences in European parliaments. Swami Maheshvaranand then shares a teaching story about a restless monkey to illustrate how surrendering thoughts leads to peace, emphasizing meditation and devotion to the Guru. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
Strengthening the fire
8:00 - 8:30 (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
What does Sanatana Dharma mean?
8:35 - 9:26 (51 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India. Lecture about Sanatana Dharma. by Acaryaji. Simple and clear explanation of many expressions and processes connecting to Sanatana Dharma and to the Hindu philosophy. Chanting mantras by one of Vishwagurujis youngest Indian followers. Swami Madhuram speaks about consciousness and how to realize atma in us and how he became sanatani. Swami Premanand speaks about the deep meaning of Divali. Bhajan singing.
Sakar and nirakar
9:30 - 9:59 (29 min)
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A satsang discourse blending spiritual teachings with a story from the Ramayana. "This consciousness is unbroken; it is everywhere. There is absolutely no place where it is not." "I took you over Gaṅgā. So you take me over this ocean of suffering." A speaker addresses a retreat gathering, first paying homage to the all-pervading consciousness and the Guru. He shares the story of a clever ferryman who, recognizing Lord Rama's divinity, bargains to wash his feet for passage and then asks Rama to ferry him across the ocean of suffering. The talk meanders into themes of form (Sākāra) and formlessness (Nirakāra), using the analogy of a flame and leaves in the wind, and concludes with well-wishes and observations on modern life. Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
How did Yoga in Daily Life begin in Europe?
10:05 - 10:47 (42 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. When Vishwaguruji in his young age first time arrived in Europe very few people heard about yoga and many people ate meat. At that time Vishwaguruji went back to India. But some Austrian people invite him again to come to Europe. The story of Vishwaguruji's first visit tö Czechoslovakia. Many Czech people are with Vishwaguruji from that time till now. The story of a grandmother in Czechoslovakia who didn't want that her grandchild becomes a vegetarian. Satsang bhajans and prayer were also very new for people at that time. We have to take care of our family. At that time people prayed before eating but now they do not.
Sri Dipa Niranjan Saba Dukha Bhanjan
10:50 - 10:58 (8 min)
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Opening Address: Yoga for World Peace and Non-Violence
11:00 - 11:07 (7 min)
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An opening address for the "Yoga for World Peace and Non-Violence" International Conference in Prague. "Yoga is not a religion. It represents the original balancing principle that promotes nonviolence and peacefulness." "To achieve peace in the world, we must start by achieving inner peace ourselves." A representative of the Czech Hindu Religious Society, Vishwaguru Deep Hindu Mandir, welcomes attendees and explains his organization's role in co-organizing the conference. He honors the spiritual lineage of Swami Madhavanandaji and Swami Maheshvaranandaji, detailing global humanitarian projects and drawing a direct connection between yogic principles like non-violence (ahimsa) and the universal pursuit of peace. The speech emphasizes inner peace as the foundation for world peace. Filming location: Prague, Czech Republic
The Path of Yoga for Universal Peace
11:15 - 11:38 (23 min)
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A keynote address advocating for yoga as a universal path to global peace. "If you want a result in one year, plant crops; in ten years, plant fruit trees; if you want a result forever, practice yoga." "Yoga is less than 30% physical; it is more than that—it is emotional, mental, and spiritual. For humankind, it is the interconnection from the individual to people, from people to nature, and from nature to the planet." A speaker from Nepal addresses a World Peace Council conference, framing yoga as a non-religious, practical solution to violence and unrest. He argues for its integration into global education and diplomacy, urging governments to invest in yoga over military spending. The talk blends philosophical teachings from multiple faiths with calls for personal and political action, concluding with a collective peace chant and meditation. Filming location: Prague, Czech Republic
Meditation can help us
11:45 - 13:10 (85 min)
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Public lecture with Vishwaguruji from Poprad, Slovakia. Why don’t we have time? Why are we suffering from stress? And even more if we have more money? If we would practice yoga three hours a day we would have happy life. Meditation can help us. Vishwaguruji gives a short and practical insight into the system of Yoga in Daily Life.
Part 1: The Science of Yoga and the Awakening of Inner Energy
13:15 - 14:30 (75 min)
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A lecture on the science of Kundalini yoga, consciousness, and world peace. "Yoga is a balancing principle that harmonizes our body, mind, consciousness, emotions, and intellect." "The most terrible tragedy that can befall a human is to die without God-realization. But God-realization cannot take place unless you realize yourself." Swami Maheshwarananda delivers an extensive discourse, beginning with the cosmic origins of yoga and the nature of consciousness. He explains the human energy system, including the 72,000 nadis and eight main chakras, and leads a brief practical demonstration to awaken energy in the palms. The talk covers karma, destiny, the goal of liberation, and concludes with a call for religious tolerance and global harmony, announcing a film from the United Nations. Filming location: Zagreb, Croatia
The spiritual family
14:35 - 15:26 (51 min)
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An opening talk at a spiritual seminar addressing the absence of the guru and the purpose of gathering. "People are always complaining, 'Oh, Kali Yuga is not good, Kali Yuga is a terrible time.' But if you know how to utilize it, Kali Yuga is also excellent." "We need to be like a Paramahaṁsa... We should be like that. In this world, we have so many things... we should be like the Haṁsa: take the pearls, take the milk, and leave the water." A senior disciple addresses the assembled spiritual family at the Vép seminar, acknowledging the physical absence of Viśvagurūjī. He reframes the gathering as a vital opportunity to recharge, strengthen spiritual family bonds, and deepen personal practice. Key themes include extracting the essence from the Kali Yuga, the necessity of a supportive community for sādhanā, and using the seminar for introspection, mauna (silence), and focused practice of āsana and prāṇāyāma to calm the mind. Filming location: Vép, Hungary
Bhajans from Strilky
15:30 - 16:01 (31 min)
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Bhajan singing from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
Bhajan singing from Vep
16:05 - 16:32 (27 min)
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Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Vep, Hungary. Bhajan singing. Translation of the bhajan "Itna to karana Guruji"
Bhajans from Rijeka
16:40 - 17:00 (20 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Rijeka Ashram, Croatia. Singing Bhajans.
Bhajans from Rijeka
17:05 - 17:33 (28 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Rijeka Ashram, Croatia.
Bhajan evening from Vep
17:40 - 18:35 (55 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Vep, Hungary. Bhajan singing.
Experiences of bhaktas about Vishwaguruji
18:40 - 19:49 (69 min)
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Morning satsang from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. "Yesterday, the topic was karma yoga, and I realized that for me, this has been the main form of yoga for the past twenty years. It is a very practical way to submit ourselves to the Supreme. Swamiji and his successor, Swami Avatarpuriji, are the way for us. " "Holi Guruji always said: One in all and all in one. For me, the starting point was a book about the relationship between the Master and his disciple. Then a strong desire arose in me to find an original, genuine Indian Guru. The next day, I saw a poster at the university announcing a lecture by an original, genuine Indian Guru." "I went to the next seminar every time. At the second seminar, I asked Swami ten questions, and he gave me the task of establishing a yoga center." Swami Avatarpuri leads the mansik puja to Gurudeva. Swami Avatarpuri leads the mansik puja to Gurudeva.
Gurudev always works for his bhaktas
19:55 - 20:53 (58 min)
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Evening satsang from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. Atma is immortal. The story of Naciketa and Yanaraj. Yamaraj tells Nacikata the nature of the Atman. Gurudev forms us like a smith forms the iron into a beautiful shape. But we need patience. Gurudev helps us attain liberation. A story of a man who didn’t want to go with his Guru. If we solve one problem the same time we create two other. Only surrender to Gurudev can really solve our problems.
You and me are one
21:00 - 21:39 (39 min)
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A spiritual discourse on the nature of life, death, and authentic practice. "Life is everywhere. Then there are the flying creatures... They are happy, or they think, 'We are all right, we are good.'" "It is said that if they burn the body completely, everything that is there, then they are going far... all is going, life." The speaker shares a series of contemplations and personal anecdotes, including a story about a mother figure (Mātājī) in Vienna and a nighttime encounter with a spiritual presence resembling his Guru. He discusses the pervasiveness of life, the process of death and cremation, and uses the metaphor of a drop merging into the ocean to describe spiritual unity. The talk concludes with a critique of modern yoga practices focused on money rather than genuine inner realization. Filming location: Vienna, Austria
We should be worthy to be a human
21:45 - 22:49 (64 min)
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Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic. God gave spirituality to humans. There is God in the water, earth, air and food also. All creatures got their life from God. The story of Buddha, who dedicated his life to God. The story of a young Indian princess who wants to continue her father's spiritual work. We are like a God but unfortunately, we have lost our way. God gave us much beauty but now we use much makeup. We should know and respect the value of life. There are some people in the world who tortured cats and dogs. But the cat and dog can reborn as a human and vice versa. There are also many very good people in the world. In prayer, we go to God. Be always humble and peaceful. Nowadays many foods are not healthy, some are not even edible.
Disciples remembrances and stories about Gurudev
22:55 - 23:53 (58 min)
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A morning satsang on devotion, grace, and personal spiritual experiences. "For Gurudeva also, we do not need to present a golden chariot and such things. He is one of the most simple, natural persons." "He works on bhāva. Bhāva means feelings. It is very similar with Gurudeva. He works on feelings." Swami Avatarpuri opens the session by discussing the simplicity of devotion, using the example of Lord Shiva's grace toward a sincere, unlearned forest dweller. He announces a daily Shiva Abhisheka ritual for the seminar. Several disciples then share personal stories of meeting their Guru, receiving mantra initiation, and learning through karma yoga and subtle guidance, all emphasizing the transformative power of the Guru's grace and the importance of heartfelt intention (bhāva). Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic
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