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Morning meditation from Auckland
A guided meditation on relaxation and inner journey.Sit in Vajrāsana with the prescribed mudrā. Relax the elbows and neck to relax the entire trunk. Close the eyelids gently to relax the forehead and balance the nāḍīs. Release tension from the temples, ears, and … read more »
We are all in God
A prayer for healing and reflection on suffering and purification.A collective prayer is offered for all beings suffering from disease. Prayer is a great power and medicine. Actions taken without knowledge, including against innocent animals, require forgiveness. Justice from God may be delayed but is … read more »
The Practice of Vajranāḍī: Cultivating Balance and Surrender
Vajranāḍī is the cultivation of rooted strength and balance.Sit comfortably in Vajrāsana with hands on thighs, thumb and index finger joined. Relax the shoulders. Gently open the eyes, look upward, then bring the chin to the chest. Attempt to see the tip of the … read more »
How to change the destiny
The path from duality to oneness is our true destination.Humans create separation by claiming their master, god, or path is superior. This is dualism. All paths and masters ultimately lead to the same one. Animals fight for territory, claiming "mine," but humans create more duality … read more »
The Treasure in Your Hands: Mudrās, Stories, and the State of Yoga
Yoga's authentic practice and knowledge are now held in the West, not in its Indian homeland.India has lost this treasure, with its good schools suppressed and its embassies sending teachers who lack deep understanding. Westerners practice very scientifically, while Indian yoga is often misdirected, learning from Europeans. Our retreat centers are … read more »
Non-violence
The soul is one essence, not differentiated by size between creatures like an ant or an elephant.Fire is fire, whether a large blaze or a tiny flame; similarly, the divine presence is singular. Humans create harmful divisions based on form, not life itself. True non-violence is the highest discipline, yet absolute ahimsa … read more »
The Path Beyond Mind: A Meditation Guide
The path lies beyond the mind, accessed through mantra and inner mastery.Withdraw from external senses and feel the body. The mind is the primary distraction, creating the prison of the physical form. Control the mind like a rider controls a horse, though complete control is never absolute. … read more »
Practicing Yoga Nidra
Yoga Nidrā is a practice of conscious relaxation between sleep and awareness.Lie down comfortably, ensuring no disruptions. This technique brings energy, power, and relaxed happiness. Follow the verbal instructions mentally. Begin by feeling and relaxing the entire body from toes to head. Place awareness on each part … read more »
Don't kill Animals!
Disease arises from internalizing life's pressures, not from external forces themselves.This internal stress creates bodily pressure, a primary cause of illness. Inherited conditions also exist. The path of yoga integrates simple postures, breath control, and meditation into daily life, alongside dietary and sleep adjustments. Meditation must … read more »
We should have God in our heart
True spiritual practice transcends mere preparation and intellectual knowledge.What we prepare is temporary, like a meal that is consumed and cleared away. Speaking spontaneously from within holds more power than reading from prepared notes. Different cultures have distinct traditions of greeting and respect, such … read more »
Only the Guru will teach us some kind of knowledge
True transformation comes from a single arrow of grace, not mere study.A young man swam a river at night, clinging to a corpse, to see his bride. She declared that if he had even a fraction of that love for God, it would surpass all. He left … read more »
The ego pulls down completely
Human life is most beautiful when understood, leading to happiness and the capacity to give.Other creatures act without greed; a lion kills only to eat. Humans, however, collect endlessly, yet at life's end, our open palms hold nothing. We have created much good but are dominated by wanting more. This … read more »
Traditional customs are very important
The eternal journey is about faith, divine cycles, and the inner light.Observing the moon's phases brings spiritual energy and blessings. The new moon is a time of great luck, and the eleventh day holds powerful energy for women's rituals. The full moon benefits the earth and is … read more »
Path to the meditation
True meditation is the journey within, not an external projection.Most meditation involves thoughts going outward, about life or guided imagery. This is not being within oneself. People are truly within themselves for mere seconds. Thinking about being within immediately takes you outside. Even focusing on … read more »
Purify your all elements
God is present within every atom of existence.The world is in a time of fear, but one must be strong and turn to spiritual thought. God is not an external entity giving commands; God is within our inner thoughts and heart. This presence … read more »
Eternal journey within orselves
The eternal journey is within ourselves, to understand our true nature beyond the body and mind.Close your eyes to connect with your highest self, for external sight brings disturbance. Know your breath consciously, as breath is life. We inquire: what is this life force within us that sustains us regardless of … read more »
The Eternal Journey
Yoga is the union of body, mind, and soul, leading to oneness with the cosmic reality.This is not physical exercise but a journey of self-inquiry into the eternal nature of life. All living beings possess a soul; life is one. The human form is a rare opportunity for this knowledge. Our … read more »
How can we become a Master
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Brisbane, Australia.eople have a different tradition for eating and in the toilet in the world. High educated people held their bathroom and toilet clean. In Indian tradition, the kitchen is a temple. The food is God. People … read more »
Two kinds of power
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Brisbane, Australia.We need power for everything. Incarnations have a weapon and also a blessing in their hands. Both Siva and Shakti is power. Now in the Kali-yuga devils are awakened. Siva is the God of the devas … read more »
How can we get knowledge
The eternal journey is the inner journey of consciousness towards oneness with the divine.God is within every being and every part of creation. All creatures possess the same divine essence; there is no hierarchy. Humans err by thinking themselves superior, poisoning the world which in turn poisons them. True … read more »
Eternal journey
The eternal journey is within the Self, toward oneness with the cosmic Self.All souls, across every creature from sand flies to elephants, are equal. Life itself is God, present in the five elements: earth, water, fire, air, and space. These elements constitute our being. We are God, and … read more »
Inauguration of Swami Madhavananda Statue in Om Ashram
Inauguration of Gurujis Statue, 28 February 2020 Musical recording. … read more »
The real meaning of Yoga
The Guru bestows the essential knowledge of liberation.Many great saints have provided this knowledge. A true master imparts wisdom without material exchange, like a driving instructor gives the skill to drive. The relationship between guru and disciple is fundamental. Various gurus exist for … read more »
Be faithful to your path
The light of faith dispels the darkness of doubt.When the sun sets, a small flame can illuminate the night. Similarly, spiritual light is always present, even when obscured by sadness or negativity. This inner light is found in the present moment, not the past … read more »
Pranayama balances energy in our body
This talk explains the yoga stick and the practice of prāṇāyāma.The stick is a tool for support during long meditation and prāṇāyāma, adjustable to one's height. It can also aid with back discomfort, help maintain posture, and serve as a focal point for concentration. The practice … read more »
You are within all and all are within you. Mefitation
The breath has four centers: below the navel, above the navel, at the lungs and vocal cords, and resonating at the top of the head.Begin with a deep inhale. Rub your palms together and place them on your face. Then place your palms down and bend forward. Relax and feel the circulation towards the brain, face, muscles, and all five … read more »
Yoga and Life
The human life is a precious opportunity for the soul's eternal journey.Yoga is the cosmic principle and science for health, not merely exercise. Among 8.4 million life forms, only humans possess intellect to discern good from bad and can cease the cycle of rebirth by uniting with … read more »
Yogic Anatomy
The sound Om harmonizes everything in nature and within us.Yogic practice seeks balance through understanding the five sheaths of our being. The first is the physical body, Annamaya Kośa, formed by nourishment. From this comes energy, Prāṇamaya Kośa, which can be positive or negative based … read more »
The farewell of the Soul
The soul's journey requires a guide to reach the supreme reality, Brahman.People act only for this life, not knowing what comes after. We need a master, like a navigator, to guide us to the Brahmalokas. The master never dies, as the body is merely a dress; the … read more »
God will not forget us
The resonance of life is found in the mother tongue and the divine sound.Dharma is not religion; it is universal qualities like humility and kindness. A high spiritual title, like Mahāmaṇḍaleśvar, is earned through such dharma. The first knowledge comes from the mother. The mother tongue is the original … read more »
Residence of the Soul
Our hands hold energy we can awaken through simple exercises, not miracles.Open your palms and feel the sensation. Bring them close without touching to awaken inner energy centers for self-healing. Practice this briefly anywhere to relieve tiredness. Further steps involve pressing the wrist to affect circulation, demonstrating … read more »
Practice every day
The inner life of yoga begins with the mother and the embryo.Practice starts in the womb, where the mother is the first teacher, communicating through thought, speech, and action. This early education shapes the child's development. Yoga is the union of consciousness and space, the fundamental principle … read more »
Atma is spotless
One word transmits a message to all, like rain falling equally on every creature.In difficulty, know you are carried by God, not abandoned. A true yogi, beyond all ritual, desires nothing, not even from Shiva. The soul is spotless, like the endless sky. Our body is a temporary shell; … read more »
Bhari Katu Pranam
Archive 20200218 09 Edited Musical recording. … read more »
Meditate on Gurudev's form
God is one, appearing in form or formlessness.Different names and forms point to the same supreme reality. The formless Parabrahma, Allah, or Holy Father is the ultimate. Yet, for those in a body, worship of a form is a valid path to that … read more »
Do not cause pain for any creature
The science of the human is achieving oneness with the Cosmic One.Most seek heaven through good deeds, meaning not to torture any creature. All life consumes life; the snake eats the frog, the frog eats the fly. This is jīva jīva bhakṣate. Existence began from space and … read more »
The form of the Supreme is the resonance
The supreme reality is the form of sound, a divine resonance that is our eternal nature.This sound is oneness, dissolving all duality and negativity. It exists within the heart, in a subtle cave where the true self resides. This life force is present in all beings, from humans to the smallest … read more »
Mastery your sleep and dreams
The first gods are the mother and father, followed by the teacher or guru.The ancient teaching is "Mātṛi Devo Bhava," meaning the mother is the highest God. The second is "Pitṛi Devo Bhava," the father. They gave us life and are holy for all creatures. The word 'Guru' means … read more »
Celebration of Indian Republic Day with Vishwaguruji
The culture of love and learning within a school is eternal.The teachers uphold the nation's and the children's culture. The children are taught sāttvik practices, including a vegetarian diet and morning prayer. Parents must also abstain from alcohol, meat, and milk to avoid disease. The parents … read more »
Bhajo re Manva
The truth of a devotee's life is fearless and leads to immortality.Why fear this truth? Exemplary devotees like Dhruva and Harishchandra never abandoned righteousness, even when tested. Kabir and Mirabai demonstrated this fearless devotion, attaining the immortal state. The Pandavas, though opposed, were true devotees whose names … read more »
The Path of Oṃ, Yoga, and Inner Purification
The path of yoga and the sound of Oṃ leads to liberation.Learning Oṃ is easy, but many do not fully intone it. Understanding yoga begins with Aum. Chanting Oṃ from the navel to the crown chakra makes meditation peaceful. Prāṇāyāma serves physical health and yogic consciousness. Modern … read more »
For meditation we need calmness
True meditation requires deep inner stillness, not mere restlessness disguised as practice.Discipline is essential, yet restlessness persists. The Guru's grace is fundamental for liberation, not divine beings. Stories illustrate this: Ramakrishna was told by the Divine Mother that only his Guru could grant moksha. Similarly, a disciple's … read more »
Union with the Cosmic Self
Yoga is the creator of the entire universe, not merely physical postures.The goal is to become one with the cosmic Self. The soul cycles through 8.4 million life forms; a human birth is a rare chance for progress. Do not attach to worldly things. The soul is … read more »
The Eternal Source: Śiva, Yoga, and the Nature of Creation
Yoga originates from the primordial resonance, not from recent history.The universe teems with countless creatures in water, earth, and sky. All creation emanates from Swayambhū Śiva, the self-existent principle born of the five elements. The first manifestation was sound, Nādarūpa Parabrahma, the resonant consciousness that … read more »
Om Vishwa Guru Deep Hindu Mandir in Czech Republic
The essence of spiritual steadfastness is inner development, not titles or travel.Self-confidence is foundational; without it, motivation fails and the future dims. The science of yoga, given by Śiva, leads to higher consciousness. A realized sādhu, like a deep ocean or the sun, provides light while remaining … read more »
Webcast from Khatu
The fruits of action are inevitable, and the human path is to transcend them through selfless service and dissolution of ego.One who performs service receives its result later. One who commits sin gets that fruit, and one who does good receives that. God gives according to one's account, bestowing merit at a time when one can … read more »
Public lecture from Split
Yoga is an eternal light of consciousness within all.This knowledge was transmitted through a lineage from the Himalayas. The system called Yoga in Daily Life emphasizes simplicity for everyday application. It arrived in this region decades ago, beginning with seminars that expanded across cities. … read more »
The Eternal Presence: On Mahāśramādhi and the Light Within
The nature of a great being's departure is not an absence but a merging into universal presence.Brahmalīna signifies the soul entering oneness with the highest consciousness. Such beings remain present on every level of vision for all. We receive more light through devotion, like sunlight entering an open window. Ordinary death brings … read more »
The konwledge of ancient yogis
The path of mantra leads to union with the eternal truth.Brahmalīna is becoming one with the eternal Brahma, the supreme, endless light. Purification is required, but we are bound by desires. A true saint, like an eagle taking only fresh prey or a diver seeking only … read more »