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Past is gone future is not here yet
The path is to be present, letting go of past and future.You have practiced and received knowledge. Our way is to be relaxed and normal, not straining or focusing oddly. What we seek is to know the Self. We follow a given path but must understand it … read more »
Guru gives us the good path
The spiritual path requires following a true guide through the transitional age.We are in Kali Yuga, a dark age nearing its end. Śiva balances all forces, working to harmonize and avert disaster, guiding beings toward a coming Satya Yuga of holiness. The true guru, like a mother, … read more »
One day we will be together
All spiritual paths are one, despite different names and forms.This unity is seen in families where each member has a name, yet the family is one. Similarly, every yoga center and religion, though named differently, converges on the same truth. Just as children in a … read more »
Webcast from Vienna
The moon, its constellations, and Jyotiṣa are paramount for determining auspicious timing in life.Avoid gazing at the sun during an eclipse, as it attracts negative energy. The moon's phases, especially the full moon, hold great power. Jyotiṣa, the authentic system, follows the lunar constellations, not the solar path. It … read more »
The Ocean and the Drop
The individual soul is a drop from the divine ocean.We are all that divine essence, like a drop from the ocean. Modern science can be used for good or harm, but the ancient yogic science guides only toward good. Our true nature is divine; each … read more »
Webcast from Vienna
Dharma is eternal righteous conduct for all beings, upholding universal benefit.We live in Kali Yuga, an age where adharma is strong. Śiva maintains cosmic balance, gradually transforming all beings toward Dharma. All life feels pain; lacking compassion halts progress and brings consequences. The principle of non-harm … read more »
The Path of Sarvahita: Yoga, Health, and Resilience
The path of Sarvahita integrates yoga into daily life for holistic health and resilience.Illness can emerge from imbalances in nature and human consumption. Personal discipline through diet, fasting, and consistent yoga practice supports the body's recovery and strength. The nervous system is a vast network connecting every part of … read more »
International Day of Yoga - Yogaclass
A morning yoga practice for immunity and vitality begins with breath and movement.Start standing with breathing exercises, raising arms forward and sideways. Proceed to Tāḍāsana, stretching upward on the toes. Then lie down for relaxation and spinal twists, massaging the lower back and activating the digestive fire. Prepare … read more »
The Essence of Yoga and the Soul's Journey
Yoga is the science of humanity and the soul.It is a universal path, not confined to the body. All beings possess an Ātmā, a living essence that unites us when we leave the physical form. True listening to this inner soul reveals the way. … read more »
Practising with Vishwaguruji
A gentle yoga practice integrates postures, breath, and awareness of the subtle energy channels.Begin by lying on the stomach, placing the elbows down with care. Slowly sit up into a kneeling posture, sitting on the heels with hands on the thighs. The body contains many energy channels, or nāḍīs, … read more »
Atma is one and body is different
All spiritual paths and centers, rooted in Indian concepts like dharma, are valid worldwide.We must respect every school and not claim exclusivity. Just as many children in a village each have their own family and name, yet all are children, so do various yoga traditions have their own names … read more »
Shiva tried to give immortality to Parvati
The divine union of Śiva and Śakti is the fundamental cosmic principle.All beings originate from the Cosmic, with the soul or God within. The inner self, the Ātmā, is equal in all, male or female. Historically, women were denied spiritual respect, but now equality is recognized. The … read more »
We are a part of God
Yoga is one unified path, though taught under many names.It extends far beyond physical postures to encompass the entire life force and consciousness. The practice integrates all aspects of nature, as seen in the 84 traditional āsanas inspired by animals and elements. This discipline is … read more »
God is within us
Karma Yoga is the supreme practice, integrating spiritual awareness into every daily action.To be human is the primary yoga. Upon waking, one acknowledges being human and steps onto Mother Earth with reverence. Touching water releases tension and connects one to the father element. Opening windows welcomes the air. … read more »
You are great but remain on the path
The living guru and true path are found within an authentic lineage, not through blind faith or exploitation.Modern science connects us physically, but only genuine spiritual transmission guides the soul beyond death. Many teachers and paths exist, each like a mother to her child, yet the root parampara is essential. Discernment is required, … read more »
Practice like Holy Guruji
The essential need is for the living grace and vision of the teacher.All spiritual practice is dry without the guru's darśan and mercy. The ultimate goal is to internalize this vision so it is present whenever the eyes are closed. True darśan is the feeling awakened in the … read more »
Spiritual knowledge leads to God
The first international satsa g gathers here.This place was found swiftly after the instruction to establish a center. It is now filled with light, destined to become a temple and a beacon. The duty is to preserve and spread this light. All … read more »
A Welcome and Reflections on Divine Unity
The divine manifests as unity within diversity, and our spiritual institutions are beacons in the world.We established this new ashram in Croatia swiftly after a wish was expressed, demonstrating how life unfolds when we release doubt. This place, named for a great master, serves as a sanctuary. All authentic spiritual centers … read more »
Around the World - Covid Quarantine Centre
A COVID-19 care center was inaugurated at a spiritual ashram.This facility will treat patients with initial symptoms and those with oxygen saturation above 88. It is equipped with 17 oxygen concentrators and staffed by three doctors. The opening was deemed essential due to the virus's … read more »
We should reach the goal
The second step is moving forward from fear with a strong heart through yoga's power.Practice the techniques and be strong. The best meditation is deep, alert sleep, which can become the powerful Yoga Nidrā. Make a firm resolve and walk steadily toward the goal without giving up. Be active in … read more »
Prana is the source of our life
Prāṇa is the sacred life force, sustained by water and air.Water is holy and must not be wasted or dirtied. Air as prāṇa is the very essence of life; without it, existence ceases quickly. This vital force connects all beings. One must practice awareness of this … read more »
Vishwaguruji is always within us
The path of sādhanā leads to liberation.Practice sādhanā with love for the Divine. The first sādhanā is discrimination between the real and unreal. The second is dispassion for worldly enjoyments. The third is the sixfold virtues like tranquility and faith. The fourth … read more »
Covid Quarantine Centre Jadan Hospital
This address expresses gratitude for support and conveys blessings for health and service.Human life gains profound significance through divine presence. Thanks are extended to distant helpers and local supporters for their extraordinary assistance. A hospital facility, long closed, is now a point of shared happiness and future collaboration. … read more »
Believe or don't believe
The human form embodies a duality of potential, represented by our two hands.One hand bestows blessings, while the other wields destructive power. We need God, but God does not need us. A story illustrates this: a demon asked Shiva for the power to burn anyone he touched. Shiva … read more »
Everything is yoga
The individual soul is the same in all beings, from human to ant.The ocean and a drop from it are not separate; the drop is the ocean. All beings pass through one door, not separate doors for different religions or species. Heaven and hell are dualities within coming … read more »
Use it, or you will lose it
The horizon of being is the ultimate spiritual goal of becoming one with infinite space.Humans possess intellect but require a teacher to guide them beyond worldly knowledge. All beings follow divine instinct, yet humans become distracted by transient forms like changing hair color or accumulating wealth. Life cycles like a … read more »
We should unite with the Supreme
We are all like a drop of water seeking to merge with the ocean.Life is a process of growth in time, from childhood onward, yet our individual journeys are temporary. We desire to achieve the goal of oneness with the cosmic reality, to end the cycle of return. This … read more »
Sanskrit Hindi and yoga
The essence of yoga and spiritual understanding is rooted in language and devotion.Sanskrit is the primary and most refined language, containing the 52 divine letters corresponding to the body's chakras. Many are losing their native tongues, creating a spiritual disconnect. Preserving and learning languages like Hindi and Sanskrit … read more »
Bhajan evening in the Jadan Ashram
The senses are powerful and create the entire world of entanglement.The ten senses within the body are difficult for any yogi to fully master. The world is ensnared by their play, particularly by the lower senses like taste and procreation. All beings, from Brahma to animals, … read more »
Yoga is for tho whole world
The Assembly of Wisdom dispels sorrow through the light of Sanatana Dharma.Chemical pollution in food and water for decades has caused widespread disease and imbalance. Yoga, unrelated to religion, offers a global path to harmony, health, and concentration for body and mind. Some initially resisted elements like … read more »
What means sanyas diksha
The path to sannyāsa is a profound spiritual commitment requiring total surrender and purification.It is a rare attainment, the culmination of many lifetimes of seeking. One must give up all attachments—to family, home, and worldly identity—as this separation is difficult, like a nation leaving a union. The orange cloth … read more »
Always be positive
The sun of life and the honey of purity illuminate the path.All spiritual practice is devotion to the divine, beyond divisions of country or religion. The human form is equal, and love must extend to all creatures. Substances like alcohol can be medicine or poison depending on … read more »
The real disciple
The essence of Sanātana Dharma is Śa karācārya, who restored truth from a young age.He sought to become a sannyāsī despite his mother's initial refusal, later fulfilling his promise to perform her funeral rites against convention. He established four monasteries across India, providing different spiritual paths for different natures. Becoming … read more »
Sanyas Diksha of Swami Chandrapuriji
The journey begins with the Guru, invoking divine presence through mantra and sacred narrative.Listen. You are making a resolve for the spiritual journey. Invocations are offered to Guru, Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, Durga, Rama, Surya, and the divine principle of fullness. A creation myth is recounted: initially, there was no … read more »
Clean yourself to become a saint
True spiritual life is found in selfless service and genuine renunciation, not in titles or appearances.Many claim to be yogis or sannyasis but avoid humble work, seeking only respect and comfort. Real seva means cleaning and serving all without distinction, not just performing rituals. Renunciation is not about wearing orange robes … read more »
Dharma and adharma
Dharma in Kali Yuga requires integrating non-violence and reverence into all actions.Performing rituals while harming creatures is contradictory. Hiṃsā is killing or eating animals, and also causing pain through harsh words, even within families. All life feels pain. Cruel speech is adharma. Dharma extends to protecting natural … read more »
Don't ask anything from God
Purification and faith are essential for spiritual and physical well-being.Many suffer, seeking solutions. True practice requires internal and external cleansing before approaching the divine. Merely asking for favors is incorrect; one must first purify body, thought, and energy. Rituals like bathing and mantra are medicinal … read more »
We should help
The human condition is defined by ignorance and a futile pursuit of immortality within the physical form.Humans possess great arrogance and technical skill but remain confined by the body and its elemental nature. Even deities are subject to change, and no being in a physical form can be granted immortality. True immortality … read more »
Bhajan singing from Jadan Ashram
The refuge lies at the divine feet.By taking refuge there, one experiences supreme truth and bliss, becoming free from the cycle of birth and death. The mind finds its steady path. The Vedas and Puranas sing of this refuge. True devotion and … read more »
Follow your Gurudev
The Guru is the singular, indispensable lamp.Understanding the Guru's nature comes only in his absence. While present, his light is taken for granted. He traveled widely, visiting many saints and places, yet his devotion remained solely with his lineage. He transformed barren … read more »
Live spiritual life
A time for silence and reflection is upon us.The external atmosphere has become quiet, offering a chance for inner turning. While the circumstance is difficult, it creates space for family, meditation, and puja. This pause allows us to remember the goodness of earlier times … read more »
Let this life be the last one
Yoga postures originate from the movements of animals and natural forms.Śiva gave eighty-four primary āsanas, modeled on creatures like the cobra, horse, and cow, and elements like the lotus in water. These postures are for yogīs to practice, connecting the physical form to a deeper spiritual … read more »
Follow the path
The Satguru is the supreme reality and the sole means to liberation.The true Guru is the very form of bliss and knowledge, transcending all duality and qualities. Devotion to the Guru is the essential practice. Perform the loving worship of the Satguru. The disciple's joy depends solely … read more »
Never lose the name of God
Health and happiness depend on inner cleanliness and divine grace, not external running.A pandemic reveals a deeper sickness in the age of Kali Yuga. Disease flourishes where tradition and dharma are lost, replaced by physical indulgence and mental depression. This inner pollution manifests as outer illness. True health … read more »
Guru and disciple
The essence of all spiritual power is Guru's grace alone.Blessings are more powerful than any material possession. This grace is the vitalizing force, like rain reviving a parched landscape. The Guru is one who has attained the supreme state, residing within the heart. A genuine … read more »
Be conscious in the present
Satsa g is a practice of purification through attentive presence and self-encounter.Open your ears and fill your chest to cleanse negative thoughts. You become your own guide. Every religion has good perspectives, but the root is one. When you come for prayer, ring bells and sing bhajans … read more »
We need real dedication
Evening Satsang with Vishwaguruji from Jadan Ashram, Rajasthan, India.There are two kinds of people living separately or in the family. Orange dress means renunciation. The story about two brothers one of them was studied and the other lived a spiritual life alone in a … read more »
Bhajan evening from Jadan Ashram
The compassionate Lord Śiva resides within the heart and bestows liberation.He is the primal Lord whose radiance fills all universes. Taking shelter in him ends pain and brings divine happiness. He cuts the noose of bondage with his own hand and liberates the soul. Worship and … read more »
Who will be the successor?
The divine order operates beyond human understanding, and attempts to control it lead to failure.A farmer demanded rain according to his schedule, and the resulting crops bore no seed. This illustrates that one must surrender to the higher wisdom, as a parent cares for a child. The current age is … read more »