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Shiv Mahapuran: How we can benefit from mantras

The Śiva Purāṇa reveals that purity of thought leads to divine grace and liberation. Chanting the Mahāmṛtyuñjaya mantra with one lakh repetitions fulfills desires. Two lakhs grant past-life knowledge; three lakhs bring any wish; four lakhs confer vision of Śiva; five lakhs make Śiva directly appear. Even an unintentional offering of light in a temple pleases Śiva and transforms destiny. A sinner who lit a lamp was saved from death, later became a king, established Śiva worship, and eventually attained the Lord’s realm. Another devotee meditated until only skin and bone remained, never breaking focus. When Śiva appeared, the devotee asked only for eyes to see the divine form and was blessed as the deity of wealth and Śiva’s friend. When Śiva and Pārvatī walked among people, every action drew gossip, teaching that the world always criticizes. The seeker must remain unwavering. A story of two dogs shows that the one who stops to fight distractions perishes, while the one who keeps moving reaches the destination. Gaṇeśa humbled a wealthy host’s pride by consuming everything until a simple offering of rice with humility sufficed. True devotion means thanking the Divine rather than endlessly begging. Fear is illusory; Śiva, dwelling in the cremation ground, is the remover of fear. The Kumbha Melā’s celestial alignment infuses waters with healing energy. Śiva’s garland of skulls symbolizes each birth; only Śiva is eternal. The path is faith: ignore criticism, practice continuously, and success is assured. "Śiva said: if you always practice and practice and practice, you will achieve success." "Fear is false evidence appearing as real. It is not real, but the false evidence appears as real; thus fear is just an illusion." Filming location: Ujjain, India

Shiv Mahapuran: Make time for your meditation

The Śiva Purāṇa provides ancient wisdom for attaining liberation and material pleasure in modern life. The world is an ocean; knowing how to live correctly brings enjoyment, while ignorance leads to suffering. Śiva, the supreme truth and remover of obstacles, is the focus of this non-dualistic philosophy. The scripture details the significance of sacred objects like the Rudrākṣa, born from Śiva's tear of compassion, which benefits all who wear it. It also explains the Tripuṇḍra mark, representing all deities and the three qualities of nature. Adopting a sāttvic, vegetarian lifestyle maximizes these practices' benefits, aligning with one's inherent dharma, just as all of nature follows its own. The human mind tends downward, but spiritual practice provides upliftment. A key lesson is overcoming ego, as illustrated by Nārada's story: his pride after meditation led to delusion and anger, demonstrating that even sages can falter. The path requires surrendering to the divine plan, accepting all situations as purposeful, and diligently practicing meditation to purify the mind. True knowledge is applying these teachings practically, changing one's perspective to find paradise in the present. "Whoever wears the Rudrākṣa, it doesn’t matter whether they are a Śiva devotee or not, they will equally benefit from it." "If you see others’ faults and your own merits, both are harmful... Do not count others’ faults. And don’t count your prides. Be yourself."

Listening to Shiv Mahapuran Uplifts the Soul

The Śiva Purāṇa reveals how ego and desire obstruct truth and peace. Brahmā and Viṣṇu debated supremacy until Śiva directed them to meditate, where the eternal truth is found within. Ego arises with "I," and desire with "want"; cutting both yields peace. Dakṣa Prajāpati, filled with pride, insulted Śiva by excluding him from a sacrifice. His devoted daughter Satī attended despite Śiva's silent warning. Hearing her father's insults, she immolated herself in the sacred fire. Śiva, though omniscient, manifested fury and sent Vīrabhadra, who destroyed the sacrifice and beheaded Dakṣa. Upon his wife's pleas, Śiva restored Dakṣa's life with a goat's head, teaching that one must bear the consequences of personal karma. The story symbolizes that ignorance and ego make one animal-like, while meditation restores purity. All pain and gain are temporary; be a witness without attachment. True education is physical fitness, mental strength, and spiritual elevation, not mere academic degrees. Divine knowledge brings lasting enjoyment, making worldly addictions unnecessary. "When you cut 'I' and 'want,' then only say 'peace,' then you will get it." "Everything has to go. It will go away." Filming locations: Siprā riverbank, Ujjain, India.

God is Endless

The infinite radiance of Śiva pervades all universes, endless and beyond imagination. Our limited being is fundamentally one with this limitless Śiva consciousness, present in every atom of creation. The individual soul is like a drop destined to merge with the ocean of Śiva. This realization frees one from the cycles of birth and death governed by cosmic law. Various energies, physical and subtle, affect the body and mind, just as poison affects one person but not another. Only Śiva, or the Guru who embodies that principle, can consume such poison and bestow the purifying nectar of grace. This divine blessing, the Guru's caraṇāmṛta, cleanses all accumulated energies and karma. Through sādhanā and surrender at this holy place, one can consign all karma to the sacred fire of transformation, allowing it to be utterly burned away. "The difference between the ocean and this drop is a hand. This drop will fall into the ocean. The jīvā becomes Śiva." "But hope is that walking stick from the cradle to the grave." Filming locations: Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, India

Purify yourself!

The holy city of Ujjain is a center of divine light and consciousness. This place is described as the first appearance of Śiva's light and the navel of the universe. The gathering occurs during the Mahākumbha Melā, where sacred rivers unite in consciousness. The human condition is one of profound impurity, both physical and mental. The body and intellect are filled with pollution and negative tendencies. This inner corruption is the true focus, not external judgments. Personal effort through sādhanā, mantra, and the fire of yoga is the only path to burn past karmas and achieve purification. Surrender through bhakti is essential. Do not compromise or seek excuses; begin the inner work now. "First, look within thyself at how much you are polluted." "Only one thing in human life now begins: make your mantra, your sādhanā, your kriyā yoga. There is no other way." Filming location: Ujjain, India

Naham Karata for Yoga teachers

Practice and devotion alone bridge intellect to realization. Mere thinking misleads. Without awareness, error casts one back into the cycle of 8.4 million births. Intellect must surrender to bhakti. Vairāgya and discipline strengthen the path. The mind is fickle, never a reliable guide. Faith requires control through viveka. A teacher first instructs oneself, then others. The teacher stays alert, observes all, and transmits authentic knowledge. The mantra serves only with discrimination. Awareness makes one Brahmā, seeing in four directions. Satsaṅgsa colors the soul. The body, woven from five elements over nine months, gains pure color from the master. Fools stain it daily with anger, jealousy, ego. Surrender all mistakes to the divine. The holy land births incarnations. Teachers unite, never split, and advance toward ātmā jñāna. “There is no one, there is no one. Because all is me. All beings are with me, all of this is my ātmā, so I need not fall again into duality.” “Please do not notice our mistakes. Whatever and however we are, we are Yours, and please liberate us.”

Vairagya and Trapt Atma

Satsang with Vishwaguruji from Vienna, Austria. Vairagya - Gyan - Vigyan - Trapt Atma

Perfection comes at the end of the life

The Master's way requires the disciple to follow without argument or doubt. Three types exist: the transient flower, the follower who falls away, and the true follower. The relationship is like the Pāras stone turning iron to gold; failure means either the stone or the iron is not real, or a distance of doubt exists. The disciple's cup must be filled. A full cup does not overflow because it pours into other hearts, but first one must ensure neither cup has a hole. Understanding another's true need is essential, not acting on presumption. The path is difficult, and many disciples leave. Perfection and liberation come only at the end of life through continuous learning. Do not speak against the Guru's word. Māyā is the illusion that distracts, like a mirage on a road. Follow the Master. "Pāras saṅga loha kīna, phira bina palaṭa loha. Yathā pāras asalī nahīṁ, yā rahā vichovā." "When your tea cup is full, then no matter how much you pour in, it flows out." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

As far as water flows it remains clean

Health depends on nourishment, society, and thoughts. Laziness is the biggest enemy, a disease of tamas guṇa. This inertia makes one sick, believing "I can’t do anything," yet when danger comes, action proves it is not sickness but laziness. Rajas guṇa, from anger and greed, is another mental illness. These psychic problems are not for doctors, as they stem from behavior. Stagnant water becomes foul; active living keeps one clean. Spiritual illness occurs when the lazy enter sacred spaces only to receive, not work, creating karmic disease. Every thought is recorded, leading to future consequences. Good karma leads to health and self-realization; bad karma leads to lower births. Humans alone can change old karmas through good deeds. No medicine heals karma, only blessings from all beings. Ancestral bonds also cause disease, as unliberated ancestors depend on the living. Ceremonies and pūjās can purify these karmas and bring liberation. One must take responsibility to help liberate ancestors, for they are always with us like a shadow. "Water should flow. When water flows, it is clean, and when water stays, it becomes stinky." "Good karma keeps us healthy, awake, wise, and leads us to our goal. A human life goal means ātmā jñāna." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Avoid manipulated products

Modern illness stems from artificial consumption and neglecting natural living. Good health is an art most fail to practice. Chewing gum falsely signals digestion, harming the system. Artificial sugars and chemical sweeteners cause diabetes, unlike natural honey or cane sugar. Refined oils lack nutrients and are dangerous; natural butter and ghee prevent cholesterol and heart disease. Plastic bottles and polluted water replace good fountain water. Manipulated milk involves animal torture and affects human consciousness. Processed foods and pesticides poison the environment. The mind and senses, especially taste, govern health but often enslave us. Satsaṅg, spiritual fellowship, surpasses even prolonged austerity in granting wellness and purity. "If we had taken natural sugar, we would not be diabetics." "For one minute of satsaṅg... the Earth lifted out of the ocean." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Love and mercy is life

Health is the first wealth, requiring harmony and spiritual education. Spiritual education is missing, particularly for parents who must understand their sacred duty. Society has become egocentric, discarding elders after taking their care. True welfare is happiness, health, and family, not mere money. Greed has no limits, exceeding what the earth can provide. The ancient science of yoga offers a path to this welfare, accessible to all without tools. It encompasses concentration, meditation, and right living. This inner development mirrors the universe, as the primordial sound Om resonates within and throughout creation. "Health is the first wealth." "We need an education for parents, not for children. And automatically, the children will learn." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Holi Satsang 2016

The festival of Holī celebrates the victory of divine light over negative darkness. This eternal struggle exists within the universe and within each individual. From the beginning, two tendencies exist: the pure, liberating divine energy and the destructive negative energy. Śiva, the supreme consciousness, eternally balances both. These forces manifest as devas and asuras, born from the same source yet perpetually in conflict. This internal battle is reflected in our own minds, where pure devotion contends with negative thoughts like anger and ego. The story of Holī illustrates this victory. A demon king, granted a boon making him nearly invincible, forbade the worship of any god but himself. His son, Prahlāda, remained a devoted devotee of Viṣṇu. The king’s sister, Holikā, who was immune to fire, sat in flames with the boy to destroy him. Through divine protection and the power of mantra, Holikā burned to ashes while Prahlāda emerged unharmed. This event marks the triumph of faith and positive energy. Later, the demon was destroyed by the Narasiṁha avatāra, an incarnation that appeared at twilight, on a threshold, using claws, thus transcending the conditions of the boon. The festival commemorates this victory of light. "Always, victory is there where the truth is. It is the victory of dharma over adharma." "The festival commemorates the victory of the good ones and the destruction of the bad ones. The bhaktas will be protected, and the asuras will be destroyed." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Satsang from London

Śiva is universal consciousness, liberation, truth, and beauty, the self-manifested source of all. Yoga, the Vedas, and all wisdom originate from Śiva, who can destroy negativity with the third eye. The Śiva liṅga represents the endless universe, which is space. Within that space is consciousness. The energy that unites space and consciousness is Śakti, the primal power behind all perception and action. Śakti is not gender but the divine energy balancing creation. Two forces exist: the divine spiritual energy and the destructive demonic energy. Śiva oversees creation and dissolution, intervening only when necessary. True devotion is the heart's surrender, leading to liberation. "Śiva means mokṣa. Śiva means liberation. Śiva means the consciousness." "Without that Śakti, our body cannot exist." Filming location: London, UK

Healing of humanity

Healing arises from sound, respect, and living naturally. Mental illness creates imbalance in all aspects of life. Mass media reaches many, but true influence requires positive thinking and respect, not ego. Self-respect is social education reflected in clean appearance and considerate behavior to honor others; this is not ego. True healing returns to natural origins through mantra, yajña, and the resonance of sound described in the Vedas. Harmonious sound, or nāda, connects all hearts and heals nature, animals, and humans. Discordant modern noise causes suffering and disharmony. Sustainability requires ancient, natural systems. Positive thinking and truth dispel inner darkness. Each person must awaken their human qualities through good society and education. Begin each day affirming your humanity and the wish for all to be happy. "Self-respect is that social education. You give others good behavior so that you are respecting." "Nāda is that resonance... when it is a resonance which is uniting, connecting heart to heart... that sound is called Brahman." Filming location: London, UK

Longing for the God

Devotion is a fragrant merging with the divine. A heart clear in devotion knows it belongs only to God. This devotion unfolds like a blossom at dawn, each petal an offering, its fragrance merging into infinite space. The soul longs for oneness with Brahman. This merging is a complete marriage, without separation. Worldly attachments decay, but the soul is immortal. True devotion is a spiritual longing, a viraha, a wound only God can heal. It brings wakefulness, unlike the sleep of worldly entanglement. The aim of human life is this union, awakening to the divine dwelling in every heart. This awareness fosters universal love and respect, healing humanity. Spiritual education is essential to cultivate this, making humans who embrace the world. "Darśan do, please appear to me. My eyes are thirsty." "O my Gurudev, give me the dust of Thy lotus feet." Filming location: London, UK

A Guided Practice for Body and Mind

A guided practice integrates body and mind through specific postures and awareness. Begin by concentrating on the toes, then move awareness upward, relaxing each body part. Coordinate breath with movement, observing the stomach's expansion and contraction. Perform deliberate contractions and stretches, noting the sensations in muscles and joints. These movements influence the body's energy centers and glands, creating internal harmony. The postures express one's character and serve as preventive healing. Sitting in a stable posture allows the spine and diaphragm to relax, increasing lung capacity and heart efficiency. This state filters thoughts, retaining the beneficial and releasing the negative. Self-healing arises from utilizing the innate tools provided by nature. Conclude by consciously replacing negative thoughts with those beneficial for all beings, supported by vibrational chanting. "These postures are influencing very important parts of the body and the glands to create peace and harmony." "Root out the negative thoughts which give trouble to us personally and to others. Develop the good thoughts which are good for us and for others."

Keep balance while you are practicing

Yoga is a lifelong practice for body, mind, and spirit. It is an ancient science for health and self-realization, not merely physical exercise. Many misunderstand it, turning it commercial, but true yoga overcomes stress and brings peace. It is for all ages and walks of life, a daily system like eating or breathing. Practice must be balanced, without competition or strain, and includes postures, breath, and meditation. Breath harmonizes the body, and the heart works loyally; we must care for it. The body is a temple for the inner self, which dislikes aggression and falsity. Spirituality is devotion—a higher, respectful love—not a temporary, misused emotion. True devotion leads to oneness and God realization, harmonizing life and family. "Health is the first wealth." "Yoga should be for every walk of life." Filming location: London, UK

The first wealth is health

The first happiness is a body free of illness. The mantra is Pehla Sukha Nirogī Kāyā. A healthy body is the primary comfort. Without the body nothing exists. The second happiness is prosperity in the household. Wealth allows feeding the family and welcoming guests. Money is not everything, but without it nothing is there. The third happiness is a loyal partner. Mutual understanding between partners makes the family ever happy. The fourth happiness is obedient children. A child must not speak harsh words but listen and gain knowledge. The fifth happiness is a good neighbor. A friendly neighbor is like your own family. The sixth happiness is your own cow. Fresh milk straight from the udder is health and love. Milk from a cow is like a mother’s milk, divine and full of nutrients. The body is a wondrous house built by God. It has air conditioning, digestion, and all functions. It is given rent‑free but must be kept clean. Foolish ones destroy this body with unnatural nourishment and alcohol. Practice yoga, meditation, and natural living. Take pure food, air, water, and use organic materials. A human can heal oneself. “Lord, give me that much in which my whole family can dwell comfortably and have enough to eat, and I too do not remain hungry, and any guest who comes to my door should not go away hungry.” “The skin’s calf, the skin cow, the skin milker, and the skin itself drinks.” Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Shiva changed poison into nectar

Śiva is Mahādeva, the light and liberation, rescuing devotees when their efforts exhaust. Realizing the Ātmā unites Jīvātmā with Paramātmā, elevating one to Mahātma and Mahādeva. The body is a box containing the precious diamond of the Ātmā. Only through the Guru is this Ātmā realized. Harmony is balance, peace, and renunciation of selfish desires. Nature embodies perfect harmony, while man-made things are imperfect. Scientific manipulation of seeds and reproduction disrupts natural harmony. Such disharmony leads to conflict and infertility. True knowledge arises from sādhanā, not external research. The Guru tunes the disciple’s inner instrument for harmony. Harmony means accepting mistakes and seeing the Ātmā in all beings. Renounce ego and desires to achieve harmony. Balance body, mind, and emotions in oneness. Jealousy, greed, and arrogance keep harmony distant. Live in friendship with nature as the Vedas instruct. Realize that Jīvātmā, Ātmā, and Paramātmā are one. "Śiva means light. Śiva means liberation." "Harmony means to renounce. Tyāga. Virāga." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Whole world is one family

True peace arises not from external security but from purified consciousness and recognition of the world as one family. Yoga is an ancient discipline uniting mind, body, and spirit, embodying harmony with nature and oneness with all existence. The International Day of Yoga, proposed with 175 co-sponsoring nations, reflects this universal need. The world suffers from greed, war, and pollution—physical and invisible, but the deepest pollution is negative thought. Security cannot come from weapons; a peaceful mind and loving disposition are primary. Like a farmer who shares seeds to protect his own crop, humanity thrives only when all are uplifted. Spiritual darkness is dissolved by turning to the light, as Shiva Ratri signifies movement from darkness to light. Shiva drank the world’s poison, holding it in the throat, transforming it through yogic practice. Mirabai also drank poison with faith, turning it to nectar. The mind carries immense impurities from past actions; purification is slow but sure. True knowledge sees all as equal, like the Parash stone turning iron to gold, yet the master elevates the disciple to mastery. The individual soul is a drop near the ocean of universal consciousness, seeking union. Human life is a final step before liberation, easily lost through doubt and negative energies. Even vegetarianism is tainted if one’s partner consumes meat, for energy is shared. To clean inner garbage, one must invoke the Mahakala fire that burns all to ash. Chanting the Mahamrityunjaya mantra expands consciousness, bringing peace. The world is one family; service to others is the path to happiness. “Sarve bhavantu sukhinaḥ, sarve santu nirāmayāḥ, sarve bhadrāṇi paśyantu, mā kaścid duḥkha bhāgbhavet, Oṁ śāntiḥ śāntiḥ śāntiḥ.” “Prabhujī, mere avaguṇa cita na dharo, samadarśī hai nāma tihāro, cāhe to pāra karo.” Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Spiritual festivals

Human life is designed for service, protection, and understanding creation, not for ego-driven destruction. The great saints designed daily life with sacred festivals and observances to occupy the mind with spirituality, creating peace and leaving no time for violence. Modern technology, while good, grows destructive, but divinely ordained traditions are not dangerous. Each day of the week holds a specific spiritual significance and practice, connecting life to cosmic rhythms. This continuous sacred engagement makes every day a festival, fostering happiness and divine connection. If this design is followed, it creates heaven in the mortal world. "Making highways and skyscrapers is only for the fulfillment of the ego of human life." "If we can do this, it means every day we are fasting... What peace!" Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Mahashivaratri

Mahāśivarātri is the cosmic night of Śiva and the resonance of OM. The sound OM pervades the universe. Chanting OM calls Śiva. Worship follows protocol: first Gaṇeśa, remover of obstacles. Then Śiva is invited with Oṁ Namaḥ Śivāya. Śiva has no mother or father. Space and consciousness are of unknown origin. Energy holds them together. This energy is yoga, union. Its movement is resonance, Nāda, the sound OM. Through resonance, consciousness illuminates. Creation begins from this illumination. The dark night of Śivarātri turns into light through Nāda. The Mahāmṛtyuñjaya Mantra removes suffering. Meditation on inner space connects one to Śiva. Offerings are poured on the liṅga, the universe's form. This night fosters awakeness, transforming darkness into light. "Eko’haṁ bahu syāmī — I am one, and I will multiply." "The light within you is the Śivarātri." Filming location: Prague, Czech Republic

Mantra

The Mahāmṛtyuñjaya Mantra is paramount for purification and health. Prepare Caraṇāmṛta for abhiṣeka with water, milk, yogurt, butter, and honey. Chanting this mantra vibrates the body and dispels illness and dark energy. It removes tamas and rajas guṇas, the impurities of laziness and agitation, allowing sattva guṇa—health and clarity—to appear. Tamas arises from laziness and unhealthy food, leading to inaction and mental dullness. Rajas creates inner aggression and conflict. Cultivate sattva through Alpāhāra, eating little and light, and Alpanidrā, sleeping little. Overcome these guṇas by turning awareness inward. Chanting mantras supplies high-quality nourishment to the brain, fostering peace and youthfulness. Peace and happiness are inherent states, requiring only awareness. The mantra's power is illustrated by Śiva, who drank poison and purified it, and by the devotee Mīrābāī, who was unharmed by poison through faith. "Oṁ Tryambakaṃ Yajāmahe Sugandhiṃ Puṣṭivardhanam, Urvārukamiva Bandhanān Mṛtyormukṣīya Mā’mṛtāt." "Alpāhāra, Alpanidrā, and Alpavāk—speak less, but speak words that make everyone say, 'Wow, yes.'"

Recharging the spiritual energy

You are in the aura of Śiva consciousness, a divine vibration filling your thoughts and body, making you Śivamaya. Many worldly problems vanish here in this experience of the Self, ānanda-svarūpa. Avoid the company of those entangled in temporary, conflicted worldly pursuits; this is kusanga. Their polluted minds will affect you. Associate only with truly spiritual beings; be light so darkness cannot approach. Self-knowledge is essential. Do not mistake this temporary state for permanent attainment; old conflicts may return upon leaving. A wise person does not ask questions from ignorance but knows the answer. The story illustrates seeking a worthy match: an educated princess tests suitors until finding a simple shepherd who reveals profound wisdom. Their union, after a test involving a cat and a mouse, leads to his spiritual awakening as the great poet Kālidāsa. Ujjain is a sacred city where liberation is possible. "Be light. Be the light, so the darkness will not come near." "A wise one will never put a question, because the wise is wise." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

We are all born from Shiva

Śiva is the supreme reality, encompassing truth, auspiciousness, and beauty. He is Mahādev, the God of Gods, beyond human titles like "Lord." Śiva is unborn and endless, the source from which all creation multiplies. He embodies perfect balance and innocent simplicity, known as Bholenāth. Śiva brought forth the science of yoga, which is union and happiness beyond duality. The entire universe is His manifestation; the oceans are likened to His breath. He is the principle of the guru, the creator and dissolver, maintaining all existence. Worship of Śiva, through simple abhiṣeka and mantras, offers protection and peace. "Śiva means the whole universe: Satyam, Śivam, Sundaram." "I am one, and now I will multiply." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Abhishek is worship of the entire Universe

The Śiva Liṅga represents the formless, entire universe, which is pure consciousness and energy. It has no birth, death, father, or mother. Performing abhiṣeka is worshipping the whole universe, as everything comes from Śiva, who is the God of the gods. The Mahāmṛtyuñjaya mantra is a Vedic prayer to Śiva for liberation from death. It seeks a liberation like a ripe fruit separating naturally from its plant, without pain or attachment. Everyone must die, but the goal is to die in such a way that one is liberated and does not die again. This liberation comes through sādhanā, mantra, and devotion. Philosophical argument or belief does not help; there is a final truth. In this age, ritual like abhiṣeka is essential. The water used represents life and the body. All of God's creation, like the human body or honey, is a unique miracle to be respected, not destroyed. Spirituality awakens a universal love for all creatures. The essence is to live in harmony with the entire universe. Every action and mantra contains the divine. "Everyone dies, and you will also die, but you should die in such a way that you will not die anymore." "Brahman is the truth, and this whole world is mortal; this is not true." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Sanatan Dharma is not a man-made religion

The mind is the source of all conflict and duality. Human-made religions, or sects, create dispute through personal liking and disliking. Sanātana Dharma is the eternal, universal principle, not a designed religion. It is the sustaining reality observable in nature, like a seed's growth. All phenomena, including life's origins and cycles, are expressions of this eternal process. The one divine reality, Brahman, is singular, but humans create personal gods and fight over them. Yoga is the workshop for repairing human imbalance, moving beyond fixed ideas and cultural conditioning toward that reality. Individual karma persists until duality dissolves into oneness. "All that is happening, pleasant and unpleasant, is according to the human mind. The mind is the problem." "Sanātana Dharma is that eternal light, eternal peace, eternal consciousness, eternal existence." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

I will be Thine

True devotion transcends all distance. Where there is pure love for the Divine, separation cannot exist. This love connects soul to soul, uniting the devotee with God. Physical proximity is irrelevant when bhakti is present; without it, even a neighbor feels distant. Spiritual practice maintains this permanent bond beyond the temporary body. Jealousy and fear arise from attachment and ignorance, creating separation. Most seek material gains, but human life is for realizing the soul. The seeker is already close to the ocean of consciousness, like a drop of water on a hand held above the sea. Do not wander far in search; the Divine is within. Practice with unwavering awareness and without doubt. "Where there is bhakti, where there is devotion, or where there is love, there is no distance." "Where are you searching me, my dear? I am with you." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Lecture with Vishwaguruji

The path of yoga is for self-realization, which is not easily attained. The true Self, Ātmā, is one with the highest reality and is untouched by karma. The soul, or Jīvātmā, is bound by the wheel of action and reaction. Human birth grants the intellect and freedom to perform new karma through thought and deed. Most physical exercise called yoga is not Haṭha Yoga, which consists of six specific cleansing techniques. Yoga is the unifying energy between infinite space and consciousness. Practice must be holistic, harmonizing body, mind, and soul through correct exercise, breath, meditation, and mantra. Positive thoughts, sattvic food, and good company cleanse karma. The goal is to free the soul from cycles of rebirth. "Ātmā is the Self, our true Self. Ātmā is one with God; as ātmā, we are all one." "Yoga in daily life is the harmony of body, mind, and soul." Filming location: Salzburg, Austria

The way out from the cave of this World

The cave symbolizes the soul's journey from primal simplicity through spiritual seeking to ultimate liberation. Ancient nature was pristine and abundant, a direct manifestation of the Divine Mother. Humans were happier with less, finding palaces in natural caves whose pyramid-like shape held energy for health and long life. This was a time of spiritual focus, not religion. Yet, existence was not entirely safe, and some caves held negative energy. Over time, individual ego corrupted pure teachings into divisive religions, creating conflict where mutual understanding is needed. The human body itself is a cave, and the individual soul is lost within the cycle of birth and death across millions of life forms. Attaining human life is a rare chance for liberation. This freedom comes from cultivating divine consciousness through compassion, recognizing the needs and love in all beings. One must purify the inner channels through practice to end suffering and help others. "Understand everyone’s pain doesn’t matter, human or animal." "The holy person is one who understands others and loves them."

God is the father of all creatures

Spirituality is rich food for development, not easily digested but granting health and happiness. Satsaṅg clarifies doubts through discussion of the divine, beyond all dualities of form or belief. God is one, whether perceived as personal or impersonal; the impersonal is the ātmā, where non-duality is knowledge. Seeing God's light in every creature is essential—loving them is loving God. A mantra is a seed requiring cultivation. Two seekers received a seed to safeguard. One stored it statically, and it was lost; the other planted it, nurtured it, and harvested abundance. The true disciple actively cultivates the seed in the field of the heart, clearing thorns of doubt and stones of ego, watering it with devotion. Practice is essential; theory is insufficient. Yoga supports the body for spiritual life, distinct from mere sport. Purify inner desires like passion and anger, cultivating good qualities like righteousness and discernment. Human life is for giving love and removing fear. Live in the present, without expectation, and forgive the past. "Where there is duality, there is ignorance. Where there is non-duality, there is oneness; there is knowledge." "Tons of theory are nothing compared to a gram of practice."

Searching for the Guru

The body is a divine vehicle for the soul's journey. A disciple suffered severe brain damage and paralysis from an accident. Years later, a second accident caused further injury, with doctors offering a dire prognosis. A spiritual teacher was urgently summoned to the hospital's intensive care unit, where access is typically restricted. The teacher arrived, and the disciple, while in a coma, perceived a profound light entering his being during the teacher's blessing. This experience is held as a testament to the miraculous potential of yoga and complete devotion. The physical form is a wondrous coach pulled by the ten senses, with the intellect as the reins and the soul as the king within. This intricate body, a divine miracle no scientist can replicate, operates with profound intelligence, like the heart's ceaseless labor. True yoga involves exploring this inner universe through practice, expanding consciousness, and surrendering to grace. One must discover and share their unique talents; otherwise, these gifts are lost. The highest practice is satsang and offering a heart full of devotion. "By the blessing of Gurudeva, He is the Supreme; everything He can do. But there should be complete confidence, devotion, and surrender." "This body—some aspects we understand, and some we do not. No scientist can do that; it is a God-made world, and that is God's work. It is a miracle."

Questions to Gurudev

Spiritual practice is an immeasurable inner process, not a quantifiable study. It cultivates humility and compassion, guided by the principle of non-violence: do not do to others what you dislike for yourself. Techniques like seeing auras are mere toys compared to this core development. Liberation is the culmination of lifelong practice, realized fully at life's end when no new karma is created. In physical practice, correct breathing is typically through the nostrils, though specific techniques may vary. Maintain total devotion and focus in your practice, as you would when driving. If confronted by overwhelming energy during meditation, you must seek to control it, for instance by opening your eyes and moving. "To see the aura, to do this or that, is all for your contentment. There is an inner process, you know, that you cannot measure." "Practice and practice and practice. Perfect mokṣa will be the last minutes of life. Because then there is no chance to do any karma."

Gurumantra is the prana in the body

The Kingdom of the Yogīs is Guru Mantra and the divine design. Meditation without mantra is a body without soul. Oṁ is the king of mantras, and Guru Mantra is the apex. The body of seventy-two thousand nāḍīs mirrors the universe. Every organ, nerve, and function has its own meaning. The highest tattva is Guru Tattva. Guru is Brahmā, Viṣṇu, and Maheśvara Śiva. The foundation of meditation is the Guru's form. Worship is rooted in the Guru's feet. The essence of mantra is the Guru's instruction. Liberation comes through the Guru's grace. The mantra is a seed to be planted in the heart of love. Following the Guru's words leads to success. Devotion to the Guru is paramount. Contentment with one's own body and life is essential. The holy feet of saints are worshipped because God honored them. "Meditation without mantra is a body without soul." "Dhyānamūlaṁ Guru Mūrti, Pūjāmūlaṁ Guru Padam, Mantramūlaṁ Guru Vākyaṁ, Mokṣamūlaṁ Guru Kṛpā." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Christmas is the festival of Unity

Christmas reveals the incarnation of love, light, and oneness. Rarely is its true spirit known. Most celebrate without this knowledge, leading to conflict in God's name. True worship respects all religions and incarnations equally, seeing God in everyone. The Hindu tradition exemplifies this by honoring all paths. When we know Jesus as the embodiment of mercy, we cease causing suffering. God is one positive energy known by many names. Our duty is to adore this universal presence. Festivals exist to cultivate love, kindness, and shared understanding, uniting families and communities. Human fear is profound and diminishes our strength. Spiritual faith, an injection of God, counters this fear and maintains peace. Culture is carried by people and brings joy; we must respect all cultures. The real celebration involves praying for the lonely and serving others, surrendering all actions to God to become instruments of light and peace. "To worship that Jesus and that Christmas is real worship. If we do not respect others, then they suffer." "Love unites, and jealousy divides. Love creates harmony, and doubts create fear." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Healing power of God's name

Purifying the antaḥkaraṇa through mantra and energy awareness is essential. Chanting the holy name creates healing through sound therapy. Inner colors may appear during meditation; trust and don't force them. The antaḥkaraṇa must stay pure to repel foreign energy. Foreign energy enters through words, looks, touch, eating, and relationships. It causes restlessness, aggression, and mental fog. A strong spiritual immunity prevents such attacks. Existing foreign energy tortures and repeats negative thought patterns. This blocks Viśuddhi Cakra, leading to memory loss and inability to love. Captive animals suffer; let nature live free. Human home is not a prison, but inner happiness is required. Different relations and languages transmit wrong energy, damaging brain centers and spirituality. Desires and temptations breed unhappiness and negative karma. Practice mantra, meditation, Prāṇāyāma, vegetarian diet, fasting, and inner purification. Never think others stupid or oneself best; hold humility. Energy contaminates objects like restaurant cups; maintain personal cleanliness. Parental love and proper social education are vital for a child’s healthy psyche. Chanting purifies and changes brain waves; observe inwardly without emotion. "When we chant the name of God, this is called sound therapy. When the sound therapy is with that name, which we understand, then it has an effect on the body as a healing." "Keep your words, keep your saṅkalpa, and keep your antaḥkaraṇa pure. And chanting purifies, and again the brain waves will change." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Taste of the Divine Nectar

The soul’s journey is to taste the essence-mountain of self-realization through discipline. All worldly tastes become tasteless once the divine taste is known. The soul, a traveler, wanders through endless births seeking that taste. Only disciplined sattvic practice, such as Yoga in Daily Life, safely reveals it. Undisciplined attempts at powerful sadhana invite harm. Human life provides the chance to purify karma and create good karma. Mercy toward creatures generates positive karma. The essence, called gunda, is the nectar flowing from the Supreme. The mountain, giri, is its source within. Without guru parampara and traditional teaching, deeper meanings stay hidden. A firm sankalpa, a resolve, is necessary for self-realization. This resolve must remain unbroken despite repeated failures. Willpower alone can achieve the impossible. Good deeds are deposited with the Divine, and forgiveness is sought for mistakes. The soul that awakens becomes peaceful. The whole world is one family. That taste, once experienced, makes everything else insignificant. “Cakalena musafir guṇḍāgīrī.” “Make now your saṅkalpa. And don’t give up this saṅkalpa lifelong.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The way to the Light

Satsaṅg is the company of truth that leads to spiritual development. Truth is the unchanging reality, Brahman, while the changing world is temporary. The soul descends through various births, bound by past karma, to experience life on Earth. Humans possess intellect and freedom of choice, making them responsible for creating new karma. The soul is a mixture of the individual consciousness and the universal Self. Through human life, one can purify karma and realize the true Self. Education and company from childhood shape one's mentality and path. Good society, or satsaṅg, inspires positive development, while bad society, or kusaṅga, leads to distraction and suffering. Temptations like addiction appear attractive but ultimately ensnare. True friendship is a partnership walking the path of truth. One should seek the company that elevates consciousness and makes good resolutions. "Sat means truth, and that truth is what we call brahma satya, jagat mithyā." "Humans have a different law... that is called intellect, which has the capacity of saṅkalpa and vikalpa." Filming location: Moravske Toplice, Slovenia

Open eyes means equal vision

Strive for Self-realization through equal vision and inner wealth. The saint Sūradāsa implores the divine to overlook his faults, acknowledging God as possessing equal vision, samadṛṣṭi. When a master or friend makes distinctions based on status or wealth, the relationship is not genuine; it should be non-dual. True disciples are rich not in money but in the wisdom of the lineage, a completeness that remains full. Knots in the heart, formed by likes and dislikes, are the source of suffering. To see all equally is to open the eye of knowledge and love. Judging others as inferior stems from blindness; searching one's own heart reveals one's own faults. Contentment is true wealth, while craving material possessions is a burden that enslaves. Perform good deeds, give blessings, and help those in need. The essence of all scripture is that giving pleasure brings pleasure, and giving trouble brings trouble. "Prabhujī mere avaguṇa chitta na dharo. Samadṛṣṭi hai nām tihāro, chahe to pār karo." "Jab dil khojā apnā, mujhse burā nahī̃." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Don't sleep in a dream of ignorance

Awaken to life's true purpose before the train of time departs. Life is given according to destiny and karma, not age. The moment of departure is unknown. One must become alert and conscious to board the train; it will not wait. All worldly attachments—family, possessions, country—are left behind. Nothing material accompanies you. The purpose is the awakening of consciousness into God-realization. Practice the techniques given by the wise; otherwise, this chance is lost. Attachment is a noose causing suffering and conflict. Detachment is not neglect but love without suffering, granting freedom. After death, you face the consequences of your karma in compartments of heaven or hell, falling into a directionless nothingness. Yet, human life is beautiful and meant to be enjoyed. You came alone and will depart alone. Achieve the liberation of self-realization through spiritual practice. "Chetan ho jaare musā, phir gaḍī ānewalī hai. Gaḍī ānewalī hai, gaḍī jānewalī hai." "I belong to no one. You cannot hold me. I am like the wind... but I will always be with you." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Hanuman Chalisa is for everyone

The Hanumān Chālīsā is a universal spiritual text. It consists of forty poems glorifying Hanuman, composed by the saint Tulsīdās from his realization. This chant is for everyone, transcending religion, as spiritual truth is one. Its power has been observed; playing it for cows brought relaxation and increased milk yield, demonstrating healing through sound resonance. The mantra's vibration can dispel illness, promoting peace and health. Hanuman remains on earth by Rāma's command to protect devotees. Animals possess great knowledge and loyalty, as seen in langurs that refuse to eat the Sītā Phal fruit out of respect. They are family members, and their destruction imbalances the world. Spiritual awareness, found in texts like the Chālīsā, uplifts and liberates consciousness, removing fear. The poem begins by adoring the guru's lotus feet, the source of prosperity and wisdom. True greatness, like Tulsīdās's, does not proclaim itself. Hanuman symbolizes pure, fearless strength and intellect, never used for negativity, and is invoked for removing troubles. "It is not only for Hindus, but for anyone who wishes to receive its benefit." "Every spiritual word, every spiritual sentence is uplifting, inspiring, liberating, and removes the fear." Filming location: Vép, Hungary

Think over what you have realized the past year

Oṁ is the primordial seed of all creation, present within each being. This sound lies dormant at the navel, manifesting as the three levels of Parā, Paśyantī, and Vaikharī, corresponding to the divine trinity and the three qualities of nature. It permeates past, present, and future. Our destiny is seeded in the past, cultivated in the present, and bears fruit in the future. The present moment is for diligent practice, or sādhanā, to align with the right direction. Modern life has created confusion, obscuring this truth. Yet, chanting Oṁ vibrates through every cell, purifying consciousness and connecting one to the eternal reality beyond all dogma. This sound is the unifying force of the universe, the essence of yoga. Consistent spiritual practice is essential to dispel the ignorance that breeds fear and to realize the inner treasure. "Our future, our destiny, our fate, is in the womb of the past." "Without practice there is no achievement."

Yoga: practice and theory

Yoga is the discipline of reunion with the divine source. The word signifies oneness, union, and balance. We are all individual expressions of the one universal reality, like apples from a single tree. A curtain of ignorance obscures this truth, but belief does not alter the underlying reality. Our actions create karma, shaping individual destiny across lifetimes. The soul naturally desires to return to its origin, just as a sprout grows toward light. This merging of the individual with the cosmic is yoga. It requires removing negative thoughts, which are like sand in food, to achieve harmony. Discipline is essential, channeling energy through purposeful movement and balanced activity. The restless mind must be controlled, akin to guiding a ball toward a goal in sport. True yoga transcends competition, embodying love and renunciation. "Yoga means oneness. Yoga means union. In our context, it means reunion." "This individual coming together with the source is called yoga. Then, there is one; there is no two." Filming location: London, UK

Eat well and practice

The beauty of life is found in its natural state, not in artificial enhancements. Nature displays a beautiful spectrum of color and age. Fashion and chemical products like makeup stem from desire, which hinders higher consciousness. These items are expensive, full of chemicals, and create dependency while damaging the skin. Yoga practice regenerates the body, improves circulation, and supports glands and organs. Natural oils like sesame or olive oil are healthy for the skin, unlike blocking creams. Our diet is crucial; natural foods are needed as the body will produce what it lacks. Avoid excessive meat, linked to cancer, and processed foods. Dedicate time daily to yoga and prāṇāyāma for health, happiness, and true beauty that comes from within. "Fashion kills people... As long as you have desire, you cannot proceed towards higher consciousness." "Yoga regenerates our body, the cells, our skin. It is great support for our gland systems, organs, and blood circulation." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Relations to our ancestors

Honor the ancestors and the roots of dharma. This day signifies supporting ancestors toward liberation, called mokṣa or heaven. The tradition originates from the ancient Sarasvatī River culture. The people called themselves Āryas. The name "Hindu" was given later; it signifies removing violence. The Vedas emerged from this culture along the Sarasvatī. Human identity was once based on family lineage, not nationality. This ancestral thread must not be broken. Performing rites for parents is a duty that ensures family harmony and blessings. Spiritual achievement supports and liberates ancestors and descendants. One who is bound by karma cannot liberate others. True liberation requires inner purity. The essence is to live in harmony, honoring our roots and duties. "The word 'Hindu' means: 'hiṃsā' is violence, and 'do' means to take away. So, remove the hiṃsā and follow ahiṃsā, non-violence." "When you become an ātmā jñānī, you liberate 14 generations: 7 from the past and 7 from the coming generations." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

A Pilgrimage to the Sacred Himalayas

A pilgrimage to the sacred Himalayas reveals a landscape of profound spirituality and urgent change. The journey centers on Badrināth and the high caves of the guru paramparā. Reaching Śrī Devapurījī’s cave near Sūryakund is a demanding ascent, undertaken with devotion. The path to Alakpurījī’s cave passes holy sites like Gaṇeśa’s cave and the Vasudhara waterfall, where the water’s flow is said to reflect one’s inner state. These mountains are alive with spiritual energy and presences. Yet, they are undergoing visible transformation; glaciers are receding and breaking, a change observed with sorrow. This imposes a duty to protect nature. The journey requires both physical preparation and spiritual humility. The area’s power dictates that one must be welcomed; forceful entry is met with consequence. The paramparā’s roots are here, offering a connection to liberation. "In this area, things happen that cannot be measured with a normal mind." "The real condition is that you must acclimatize... You must know it is 3,400 meters; this is not 1,000 meters." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Meaning of Satguru

The spiritual lineage of the Satguru is the highest principle for liberation. Humanity began near Mount Kailāśa. The first human was Śiva, the universal consciousness without parents. He manifested the spiritual sciences and the trinity: Brahmā the creator, Viṣṇu the sustainer, and Śiva the liberator. Two parallel energies exist: divine and negative. The highest principle is the Guru Tattva. Spiritual ṛṣis performed sādhanā; all humans are their children, carrying this essence. Ascent or fall depends on one's company. A true Satguru is recognized post-Mahāsamādhi; their successor becomes the living Guru. The Gurū Granth Sāhib is the living embodiment of the Guru. Liberation requires following an authentic paramparā. One's intellect becomes polluted without this proper lineage, akin to the mixing described as varaṇa-saṅkara. The guru-paramparā protects from negative tendencies. Know your source and walk in those footsteps. "According to authentic declaration, Guru Tattva is the highest tattva." "Liberation will come only if you follow the spiritual lineage." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Sharad Purnima 2015

The root of suffering is acting opposite to our true nature, driven by greed, competition, and attachment. Worldly ambition creates conflict and karma, like companies overproducing or teachers clinging to students. This ignorance prevents the bliss of being. Authentic spirituality requires letting go, giving, and practicing real yoga—a science of body, mind, and soul—not commercial movement. Special days and symbols, like the full moon or rudrākṣa, remind us to live in harmony and utilize nature's gentle energies wisely. True knowledge is in quality, not quantity. Give love and service; happiness and peace will follow. "For a saint, every day is a Dīvālī or a Christmas, and all seven days are a festival." "Try to give, do not take. And when we give, we will get it." Filming location: Vienna, Austria

Blessing the new ashram in Debrecen

The purpose of human life is to realize our divine nature and achieve liberation. I travel globally to serve our community and projects, from India to the United Nations, focusing on environmental protection, education, and peace. Our work grows like a tree from a seed. True service means caring for all beings, as helping hands are more valuable than folded ones. We must remember we are human, which means being protectors, not destroyers. This awareness brings the light of kindness and forgiveness, dispelling negative qualities like darkness. Our aim is self-realization, where the knower, knowledge, and object become one. This human life is a rare chance to cross the final milestone to liberation, not merely to live like animals. Practices like yoga and Āyurveda are the two wings to fly towards the divine. We must live to help, protect, and love all. "Within you is the ocean of immortality. Within you is the fountain of joy. And within you is the immortal soul. Kill this little ‘I’ and lead divine life." "Don’t make the mistake again to be reborn." Filming location: Debrecen, Hungary

Liberation of the soul

The mind is a mighty power that can create bondage or liberation. It is produced by desires and dominates the senses. The soul descends to earth through four ways: from moisture, eggs, sprouts, or the womb. Each soul carries its own destiny shaped by karma. The individual soul, or Jīva, is bound by this karma and experiences duality. The true Self, Ātmā, is pure, unchanging consciousness, identical with Brahman. The world is an illusion, a horizon that recedes as one approaches. Human birth is a rare opportunity to realize this truth and break the cycle of rebirth. One must not become a slave to the senses but recognize oneself as the king within. Enlightenment melts the karmic snowball, leaving only pure Śiva. "Brahma satya, jagat mithyā." "Tum manindriyon kā rājā, Yeh sab terī prajā, Mat kar iskī gulāmī." Filming location: Hungary