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Salutation to the Cosmic Light
The talk explores the spiritual philosophy and practical application of yoga as a system for achieving harmony and union. "Yoga is that principle which balances the entire universe." "The word yoga means union: the union of the individual consciousness with the cosmic consciousness."
It defines yoga as the cosmic balancing principle and the path to unity with the divine. The discussion outlines three obstacles to spiritual progress: impurities (mala), disturbances (vikṣepa), and the curtain of ignorance (āvaraṇa). A story illustrates the transformative power of blessings, where a child's destined short life is extended through countless blessings and mantra practice. The practical segment introduces simple yoga exercises and breathing techniques for daily life, emphasizing their benefits for health, relaxation, and mental focus. The conclusion reiterates that yoga encompasses physical, mental, and spiritual well-being, leading to harmony and liberation.
Filming location: Bratislava, SK
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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
