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The Sanctity of the Ashram and a Healing Practice
The sanctity of a place is created by the presence and practice of those who gather there.
This land is made holy by your presence. Previously, it was a place of different activities. Now, it is a sanctuary. If you have problems or do not know what to do, come and stay here. It is a holy presence. We must maintain this sanctity by avoiding alcohol and not killing any animals. Even fallen birds should be helped to thrive. We are all here together, whether for one day or a long time. Now, we will do a healing exercise.
Focus on your whole body and relax. Place your right hand on your navel. Feel the center without pressure. Notice if there is movement to the left or right side. You can place a hand on a neighbor and offer peace. Some may feel pain on one side. Lie down comfortably. There are techniques to help. We will address stomach problems further. For now, rest.
"This land is very holy because you all make it holy."
"Only we should not have alcohol... no killing any animals."
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The text contains hyperlinks in bold to three authoritative books on yoga, written by humans, to clarify the context of the lecture:
- Yoga in Daily Life - The System
Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda. Ibera Verlag, Vienna, 2000. ISBN 978-3-85052-000-3 - The Hidden Power in Humans - Chakras and Kundalini
Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda. Ibera Verlag, Vienna, 2004. ISBN 978-3-85052-197-0 - Lila Amrit - The Divine Life of Sri Mahaprabhuji
Paramhans Swami Madhavananda. Int. Sri Deep Madhavananda Ashram Fellowship, Vienna, 1998. ISBN 3-85052-104-4
