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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 »
The Discipline of Devotion and the Path to the Supreme
The path to the Supreme unfolds through discipline, devotion, and the dissolution of ego.Discipline governs even mundane acts, like keeping a spoon in hand while drinking tea. A devotee broke a leaf without permission and was questioned for not asking first. Service performed with reverence yields fruit, but awareness … 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 to Brahmalīna unfolds through stages of mantra perfection.Brahmalīna means merging into the infinite, like a drop returning to the ocean. Purification of the soul is essential. The first stage is Likhit, writing the mantra. Second is Vākī, speaking it aloud. Third is Upāṃśu, … read more »
Yoga and nature is one
Yoga is the science of humans and a natural way of life.Its first principle is vegetation, which is Āyurveda, an ancient medicine from the Yugas. Modern medicine, while life-saving, is chemical and not fully accepted by the natural body, unlike remedies from plants. Our way of eating … read more »
Awakening of the knowledge
Awareness is the light that dispels forgetfulness.Chetan is awakened awareness; achetan is sleeping forgetfulness. The awake one sees the snake and alerts the others. Prayer is a dialogue with the guru, not a diagnosis. Light is knowledge, and the guru reflects that … read more »
The health of the bones
Holy water is a gift of purification for all occasions, representing positive thought and clean energy.Physical and mental dust are constant, requiring regular cleansing like washing the hands. The body's skin is a sensitive, self-cleaning organ that must be cared for naturally. Avoid artificial products like commercial creams, lipsticks, and soaps … read more »
How to think of black magic
Fear is an illusion created and exploited by those claiming power over magic and ghosts.People are frightened by tales of black magic and spirits. Many claim they can remove such curses. If you believe in God, then trust that God provides only good. Yet, some seek power for money and … read more »
How to sing Bhajan correctly
Control is the foundation of satsa g; through control comes oneness and peace.In satsa g, let the designated singer sing first; others wait and join later. This holding back builds power. Patañjali taught anuśāsanam, discipline of the indriyas. Without control, some move and disturb, preventing others’ enjoyment. A … read more »
How to become a Sanyas
The call to sannyāsa is a call to inner sādhanā.To take the dress is nothing; the color must be in the heart. The practice begins then, not a state of supremacy. Many think of a partner, but partnerships are like rentals, temporary. God is the … read more »
A Guided Meditation on Oṁ and the Four Stations
A guided meditation on chanting Oṁ through four stations of consciousness.Sit comfortably with a straight spine and relax. Close the eyes to see within. The chant begins at the navel, the source of one's roots and consciousness. The resonance expands from the navel to the heart … read more »
The Five Stages of Mantra Practice
Mantra practice unfolds through five distinct stages.The first stage is Likhita, the written mantra, which requires correct form to preserve meaning. The second is Vācika, the vocalized pronunciation of that written form. The third stage is Upāṁśika, where the mantra is articulated … read more »
Meeting of the past and present
The midnight child is born at the threshold of years, yet the teaching is to abide in the present step.Time is not fixed; each moment vanishes as it is named. Only the eternal Ātmā remains behind all change. A pilgrimage to a high Himalayan cave brought a stark lesson. Gazing down at the steep past … read more »
Christmas satsang in Strilky
A Christmas reflection on blessing, non-violence, and divine victory.Blessing is immortal, unchanged across all ages. We gather to contemplate divinity and the removal of negative karma. Many saints have appeared; today we remember Jesus. His birth brings a unity where no one is an … read more »
I am Shiva
The concept of a New Year reveals the eternal, unchanging Self.Calendars and dates are human constructs for worldly life. For the Ākāśa and the ātmā, there is no time or change. The Self is unmovable, unbreakable, everlasting, spotless, and without form. While various cultures celebrate different … read more »
Welcoming the new year
Meditation with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.There are a lot of chemicals and wood in paper. We are causing pollution by using this paper in order to wrap presents. It’s important to learn and follow the ethical rules. Prayer has a strong … read more »
Guided Self-Inquiry Meditation
Guided self-inquiry meditation begins with relaxation and mantra resonance.Sit upright. Close the eyes. Feel the body relaxed. Chant Oṁ three times. The resonance moves from navel to throat to Sahasrāra. It reverberates through the head and every cell, then expands into space. Send positive, … read more »
Mantra for harmony
Mantra is the power of mind and speech, rooted in the word 'man' for mind.Fear is a dominant power residing permanently within us from childhood, extending to learning, work, and relationships. This fear can be invoked by a single word, a 'mantra' of threat. Speech holds immense power; a wife's … read more »
Practice yoga like a cosmic dance
Wellness is achieved through sattvic living and non-violence, beginning with non-violence towards oneself.Illness often stems from violating natural laws, particularly in diet. We must eat to live for perfect health, not live merely to eat. Ancient wisdom prescribes mantras to purify our atmosphere and bless our food, cultivating … read more »
Yoga and the five bodies
The individual is the king of the kingdom constituted by the five sheaths: the physical, energetic, mental, wisdom, and bliss bodies.Within this kingdom exist the ten sense organs and countless beings like cells and habits. The king, the soul, must govern through discipline, not become enslaved by citizens like negative habits or uncontrolled senses. Negligence leads … read more »
Control your energy and mind
The human journey is governed by the five sheaths and the balancing principles of sun and moon.A person should be like a tree, giving shade and fruit to all. The special feature is the living Master, present for everyone. Life involves 8.4 million creatures, with humans possessing higher intelligence for discerning good. … read more »
Confidence
Faith and single-pointed focus are essential on the spiritual path.Without trust, all practices are futile, like abandoning your own car for another. Disciples must hold to their given mantra with confidence; otherwise, they will be cheated and remain restless. Many are distracted by other masters … read more »
We should not be selfish
The spiritual path requires navigating life's currents with devotion and focused effort.The Guru is the ferry to cross the ocean of existence. Sādhanā is the river with calm and turbulent waves that must be navigated. Ego causes the ferry to sink unnoticed. Yoga is the work on … read more »
Follow the Path
The guru serves as the essential navigator on the inner pilgrimage, and steadfast devotion to the path ensures reaching the goal.Yoga is a lifelong journey; cosmic consciousness may not be attained in one life. The path is like a walk to Rijeka—one continues step by step, resting but staying on the path. Guru Paramparā, the lineage … read more »
Pranayama and chanting OM
A guided meditation on breath, mantra, and the correct pronunciation of Oṁ.Sit in a relaxed yogic posture with a straight back. Concentrate solely on the inhalation and exhalation. Coordinate a personal mantra with the breath, half on the inhale and half on the exhale. Maintain this focus, … read more »
There is only one Life
Yoga is life, encompassing all beings.The human form is a rare gift with a special duty. God grants freedom, but actions carry consequences: good deeds lead to the divine, and bad deeds lead to suffering. The five sheaths, or kośas, constitute … read more »
Yoga, chakras and mantra
Yoga is the science of union and the balanced foundation of creation.Before creation, the five elements existed separately yet balanced in endless space, alongside universal consciousness. Harmonizing these principles is the first point. Creation begins from the primordial resonance, the sound Oṁ, which is everywhere and considered … read more »
Understand your Atma
The soul's path is confused by ancestral imbalance.Disrupted family lines create inner conflict, preventing the soul's straight journey. This confusion mirrors nature: water reclaims its path, birds follow ancestral routes, and grafted plants bear fruit but no fertile seed. Human life mirrors this; … read more »
Yoga in Daily Life for the Elderly: A Path from Old to Young
A path from old to young is offered through dedicated practice.A program for the elderly is being prepared. Free classes are given. Such people are a blessing. Physical and spiritual gifts are developed. Exercises are done sitting on chairs. Bend the head, touch chin to chest, … read more »
Blessing for Martin
This gathering celebrates the opening of a divine āśram and the shared work of the past year.A story is told of a miraculous cave where a voice warns that taking something leads to regret, yet taking nothing leads to greater regret. This mirrors the opportunity within a project; some participate more, some … read more »
Asana and Pranayama practice
Morning practice includes gentle yoga exercises and chandrabhedana prāṇāyāma for body and mind balance.Gentle exercises target shoulders, back, spine, hip joints, neck. Keep feet slightly apart for stability. Inhale, raise hands, interlock thumbs, press shoulders up, then lower slowly. Stretch from sides, feel the side muscles. Elbows stay slightly … read more »
What are we thinking about our being?
The soul is the sovereign ruler of the inner kingdom, the body.We are sinking in thoughts born from desire. Life grows shorter while we focus on the body. The soul ascends and descends, drawn to experience the world. In the womb, the soul is imprisoned, destined to … read more »
Meditation from Vienna
A guided meditation on the sound Oṁ and its journey through four stations of consciousness.Sit comfortably with a straight spine and relax. Close the eyes to see within. The chant originates from the navel, the source of one's roots and consciousness. This resonance expands endlessly beyond all borders, expanding one's … read more »
Bhajans from Bari Khatu
This is a spiritual lecture on Yoga in the Indian tradition, with divine statue installations.Śrī Śrī. Bolo Śatguru Bhagavān. Śrī Dīp Nārāyaṇa Bhagavān. Śatguru Mādhav Kṛṣṇa Bhagavān. Anant Kauṭī Sant Mahāpuruṣām. A small bow is offered to Hanumānjī Mahārāj. Lord Gaṇeśa, the first Pūjya, has established a statue. Lord Hanumānjī … read more »
Fakirs walk on fire
The tradition of Siddhas is ancient and continues through blessings.This Agni Nartya, the fire dance, is part of that Siddha tradition, established here by great spiritual authority. The lineage includes revered figures like Kapila Muni, with accounts found in scripture. The Namokāra Mantra honors all … read more »
God Vishnu and God Shiva
The story illustrates how greed tests devotion.Nārada observes human suffering and prosperity. Lakṣmī claims all devotees are hers, prompting a test with Viṣṇu. Viṣṇu, disguised as a simple sādhu, is welcomed devoutly by a merchant. Later, Lakṣmī arrives appearing extraordinarily wealthy. The … read more »
The Glory of Rāma and the Eternal Dharma
The glory of God Rāma and the wisdom of ancient scriptures are revealed through devotion and discipline.The sage Vālmīki was transformed by continuously chanting the divine name Rām, even when he mispronounced it. He entered deep samādhi for many years, and upon awakening, he perceived the complete life of Rāma. He recorded … read more »
Meditation from Vep
A guided meditation harmonizes the five sheaths and elements through focused awareness.Relax the entire body from head to toes. Direct all thoughts, feelings, and energy to the origin at the navel, allowing the five elements to harmonize from that point. The mantra resonates spontaneously from the navel … read more »
Take care of your spirituality
The journey of the jīvātmā to Brahmaloka requires bhakti yoga, not dry knowledge alone.The body temporarily houses elements for protection toward Brahmaloka. Jñāna yoga is dry, like chewing a bone. Bhakti yoga is essential, full of juice and kindness. Without bhakti, awakening is impossible. The Guru is the inner … read more »
Preserving health
Health arises from proper nourishment, purification, and governing the inner self.The root of disease, including cancer, is diet. Modern medicine uses chemicals the natural body rejects. Veganism is praised for avoiding animal suffering, though even vegetables and honey are now compromised. True healing comes from seasonal, … read more »
The reality is within you
The spiritual path requires unwavering discipline and grace, not transient seeking.A governor prioritized a blessing over lunch, knowing his breath was uncertain. This illustrates that spiritual practice must never be missed. Many seek quick liberation, but this yields nothing. True yoga is a complete human science, … read more »
Full Moon Satsang from Strilky
The full moon brings immense power, sweetness to vegetation, and calmness through fasting.Fasting balances health and emotions, and is observed with a sa kalpa, a vow directed to the Divine Mother or Śaktis, who possess great destructive power. During Navarātrī, a nine-night fast with milk and fruits is … read more »
Oneness with All
Yoga is an infinite ocean containing all treasures and life.It is the single reality that unites all existence and leads to infinity, making one united with all. Humans search endlessly for their origin, purpose, and destination, yet no philosophy or material science can provide these … read more »
Moon and Mind
The moon's influence and the science of constellations govern life.The moon balances the earth and affects minds, bodies, animals, and plants. Its phases influence activities like farming, haircuts, and yogic practice. Astrology based on the moon is considered more exact than solar-based systems. The precise … read more »
Importance of going to Satsang
Satsa g is the power that determines upliftment or downfall.Satsa g leads to Brahmaloka, as great saints declare. Absence from satsa g yields no fruit. Uṭhān means rising, development; patan means falling, destruction. Both paths sprout from one seed, like two leaves. Parents are potters, … read more »
30th anniversary of Yoga in Daily Life in Slovenia
One sun, one breath, one language unites all.Thirty years marks a significant growth from seed to tree. The practice began with a seminar and the establishment of the first centers. The system has expanded to 108 locations with 150 certified teachers, serving thousands. … read more »
Find your soul in your heart
Yoga in daily life is the science of self and oneness, revealing the immortal within.The light of the masters spread through Yugoslavia, where quality and humility reside. Vivek Purī recounts that everything—including two Mahāmaṇḍaleśvaras—arose only through Viśvagurujī’s grace. At seventeen, searching for a teacher, a meeting of quarrelling yogis offered … read more »
What does Holiness mean
Life is a spiritual education guided by a greater plan, not by our own designs.We are not the bosses of our life but artists in a divine play, receiving roles for this lifetime. We are one family moving through lives and places, developing spiritually. Education has two wings: material knowledge … read more »