Shakti is everywhere
The unity of Śiva and Śakti is the non-dual foundation of creation and spiritual practice. The entire world is one family under one divine source. Śiva is Svayaṃbhu, the self-manifested source from the five elements, and the author of yoga. Śakti is the universal power or energy present in all things, not a gender. Every person contains this essence. Two fundamental powers exist from creation: Daivī Śakti, the divine power of protection and love, and Āsurī Śakti, the power of ignorance, hate, and cruelty. Darkness is removed by igniting the inner light of knowledge. All dualities in the body, like the two hemispheres of the brain or the two eyes, reflect this united energy. Through consistent practice and willpower, one cultivates the divine power to heal and achieve enlightenment.
"Śiva is the one who is called Svayaṃbhu. Svayaṃbhū means no one has created him—neither mother nor father."
"Darkness will not go, but we just make a little light within, in no time, darkness is gone."
Filming location: Martin, Slovakia
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Invocations and a Devotional Bhajan by Śrī Maṅgīlāl
Devotion and loyalty to the Guru remove all worries.
Loyalty and devotion to the Guru cause all worries to vanish. The Guru’s mercy lifts one from sorrow and negative moods. The austerity of the heart is difficult. Help is sought to be filled with bliss through devotion and noble qualities. Protection is needed from the blind mind and ignorance. Life is placed in the Guru’s hands. The holy name guides one to the Guru. The heart’s tapas does not go well without assistance. Bliss comes through devotion. Noble qualities are infused by grace. The blind mind is guarded against. Ignorance is dispelled. Surrender brings guidance. Devotion is the path. The name of the Guru is the refuge.
“When there is loyalty and devotion to you, O Gurudev, all worries vanish.”
“Your holy name may guide me to you.”
Filming location: Villach, Austria
Bhajan evening from Vienna 1
The world of the Guru is a realm beyond birth, death, and karma. It is a state of infinite light without sun, moon, color, or form, where even a king cannot enter. Yet saints and endless knowledge reside there. The Satguru incarnates to end suffering, and his grace is essential for liberation. His power surpasses all, and his glory is without limit. To enter this world is to attain eternal joy and freedom.
"Without the grace of the Satguru, no one can attain liberation."
"Śrī Guru is higher than Īśvara, the God of the entire universe."
Bhajan evening from Vienna 2
The bhajans convey the essence of remembering the divine name and surrendering to the guru.
Always remember the most famous master, pray to that master. The master is the supreme lord of hosts, the giver of bliss. The formless Nārāyaṇa is everywhere. The Satguru is always present wherever one looks. Surrender to the guru removes all sorrows and troubles. No worldly relationship offers true refuge. Only the guru protects from the net of māyā. The ocean of saṃsāra is stormy. The guru’s mercy prevents the boat from breaking. One request: destroy dualities so that either japa or dhyāna becomes one-pointed. The Satguru ever protects; be fearless. Those surrendered to the guru live in highest happiness. Constant repetition of the mantra crosses the ocean of the world. That repetition leads to liberation and immortality. The world is a fleeting play of coming and going, lasting only two days. Possessions and family cannot help at death. Therefore worship the immortal God. Place the whole responsibility into the guru’s hands. Live like a lotus in the river, selfless, and at death let life be taken into divine hands.
“O Gurudev, take me under your shoulder and remove all my sorrows.”
“This world is a play of coming and going. We are in this world just for two days.”
Filming location: Vienna, Austria
