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Work is your best protector
A spiritual discourse on the nature of divine beings, the soul, and the law of karma."Devas means goddesses. Here, goddess means those Devas who performed good karma, meditation, pūjā, ceremonies, and helped all other creatures." "Karma hi deva hai. So, either it liberates you or it doesn't liberate you. It is … read more »
Nothing belongs to you
A spiritual discourse addressing grief and attachment through the lens of yoga philosophy."Nothing exists forever, and nothing belongs to you." "Therefore, it is the greatest stupidity to be sad if someone left you... Say, 'God, thank you that this burden is gone.'" In response to a question about … read more »
Develop God consciousness
A spiritual discourse on the origins of consciousness, the nature of the world, and the path to God-realization."The entire universe was a great sound. That sound is OṂ. That resonance brought the entire universe together." "You can only see God if you have God consciousness. You can only see your lover if you … read more »
Shiva is within us
A discourse on Śiva consciousness and the purpose of human life."Śiva is within us. That means the consciousness. That consciousness is ever awakened, which is spread throughout the whole universe." "The liberation of the individual consciousness, to merge into the cosmic consciousness, means Śiva. The unity … read more »
Christmas Satsang
A Christmas satsang on universal spirituality and inner purification."Whenever a spiritual, divine soul manifests on this globe, it is not for a particular person or a particular part of the world, but for the whole world." "Your ātmā is a very important person. Now, … read more »
Miraculous pranayama
A discourse on prāṇa, the aim of life, and the systematic practice of yoga."The true miracle is this: we already possess everything we seek within our own lives. Nothing is outside us." "In yoga, prāṇa or breath is paramount. Through prāṇāyāma techniques, we can achieve the unbelievable, the impossible." … read more »
Ashram needs dedication
A satsang discourse on the supreme importance of selfless service (seva) and karma yoga."Gurujī often said in his satsa g: Śiva Dharma is greater." "Gurujī used to say that if you put Mokṣa on one side of a scale and Seva on the other, Seva would weigh more." The … read more »
One without second
A spiritual discourse on the Mūlādhāra chakra, destiny, and the awakening of Kuṇḍalinī."Our destiny is a product, the fruits of our past deeds." "That timeless second is called Samādhi. Samādhi takes place. Your consciousness becomes one without a second." The speaker delivers an extensive teaching on the root … read more »
Destiny is very mysterious
A memorial satsang and discourse on destiny, death, and spiritual practice."Destiny is very mysterious. In life, two persons always walk with us: Jñāna or Kāla. Jñāna is wisdom; Jñāna leads us to immortality. And Kāla is death; Kāla is time." "O Lord Kṛṣṇa, Govinda, it's my … read more »
River of love and consciousness
An evening satsang on spiritual discipline, detachment, and the path to divine love."The key to success is self-discipline. Discipline is lost, everything is lost." "Your sādhanā is your God. That sādhanā will lead you to God, nothing else." A spiritual teacher addresses a gathering, emphasizing the necessity of … read more »
Simply be good
An introductory lecture on the philosophy and science of yoga."Yoga is the balancing principle in this endless universe... It is yoga which is balancing our body, all the functions in the body, mind, intellect, emotion, and consciousness." "Where there is balance, there is harmony—harmony of … read more »
Respect Your ancestors
A spiritual discourse on the sacred bonds of family, ancestors, and cultural continuity."Parents, when the grandchildren are there, they don't think of the children; they think of their grandchildren." "The liberation of the ancestors depends on the children. So the children have to fulfill many things or pay … read more »
Puja is a source of prana
A discourse on the sacred elements and a call to return to Vedic ecological wisdom."The sun is the most important entity in our solar system. The sun is life, life is God, and God is life. In this way, every element should be revered." "Therefore, we shall turn again towards … read more »
Prana and spirituality
A spiritual discourse on prāṇa, the five bodies, and a teaching parable."Prāṇa is that energy which keeps the five elements together. Like cement keeps two bricks together, the prāṇa is that energy which keeps together all the five bodies." "Spirituality is that permanent sunshine. The sun is … read more »
The power of Prayer
A discourse on the essence of Sanātana Dharma and the transformative power of sincere prayer."There is only one religion, and that religion is called Sanātana Dharma, the eternal religion." "Prayer means personal consultation with him, directly looking in his eyes... prayer is that which empties your heart from anger, jealousy, … read more »
Yoga unites all in one
A discourse on the cosmic science of yoga and non-dual reality."Yoga is that science which can give us information. What happens to us? What will happen after death?" "Eko brahma, dvitīya nāsti. Only Brahman is the one. Dvitīya nāsti: where there are two, is unreality." The … read more »
Asanas guided by Swamiji
A yoga master leads a practical session on conscious āsana practice."Yoga is a practical way, not a theory. Tons of theory cannot compare with a single gram of practice." "We do not need quantity; we need quality. Therefore, in yoga, there is no competition and no … read more »
The mind creates the situations
A spiritual discourse critiquing modern development and emphasizing ecological balance, compassion, and mental attitude."Now we are known as developed humans from developed countries. But can this be called development? No. This is a distraction. We are developing towards destruction—quicker destruction." "Yoga is balance. It balances the entire universe—all stars, … read more »
Yoga burns away karma
A spiritual discourse on the principles of sādhanā and the Śabda Sañjālan kriyā."Any sādhanā requires perfect technique and discipline. One must follow the principles." "Through the fire of yoga, you can burn all seeds of your karmas." The teacher explains the necessity of disciplined practice and correct spiritual … read more »
How to gain a friend
A spiritual teacher's discourse on the importance of daily practice and community."Therefore, you have a completely different program designed for daily practice... It is not important how long you practice, but it is vital that you practice every day." "Attending satsa g is very important. Satsa g … read more »
Always Be Ready To Learn
A spiritual discourse offering guidance for yoga teachers and practitioners."If he will think that I am sad, then he will not become a thief." "A yoga teacher has to be an example... Your people will see how you are behaving toward other yoga teachers." Swami … read more »
Who Is Your Beloved
A spiritual discourse explaining the essence of a bhajan through the concepts of sūrat and Suratā."When you drive a car... who is observing all this? That is your sūrat." "Māyā is illusion. Māyā is ignorance. Māyā is temptation. Māyā is attachment." The teacher leads a session to complete the understanding of … read more »
Anusthan Gives A Darshan
A spiritual discourse on the value of retreat and spiritual practice."This time is passing, and when it is gone, it will take time until it returns. Thus, our stay here in Vép is in every aspect very valuable, very beautiful, very beneficial." "All this sādhanā needs … read more »
God Needs Only Love
A discourse on the nature of bhajans and the soul's search for divine union."Bhajan is where there is the name of God, as well as inspiration, teachings, and answers. The entire philosophy is inside." "There is no power in the universe that can bind me... There is only one … read more »
How to Coordinate with the Outer World
A spiritual discourse on the foundational principles of sādhanā (spiritual practice)."Practices alone will not help us. They can only be fruitful if we follow physical and mental principles. These are called Śayamit and Niyamit." "Viveka is that which will divide truth and untruth completely... who has … read more »
Yoga Gives Happiness To Body Mind And Soul
A satsang discourse on the necessity of honest spiritual practice."Either the paras (philosopher's stone) is not real, or a distance remained between them; they didn't come together." "How honestly are you practicing? Don't tell me anything; only ask yourself." Swami Maheshwarananda addresses students, challenging them … read more »
Your Body Should Not Be A Coffin
A spiritual discourse emphasizing the necessity of daily yoga and dietary discipline for health and sattvic purity."Practicing means at home, not just here. Here, you are only learning." "Everyone who comes to Yoga in Daily Life must practice seriously at home, first for the sake of your health. Spirituality comes afterward." The … read more »
For Bhakta Nothing is Impossible
A spiritual discourse narrating episodes from the Rāmāyaṇa to illustrate devotion and selfless service."Hanumanjī said, 'Nothing is impossible for a bhakta. When the Lord is in favor of his bhakta, nothing is impossible.'" "Therefore, never think that you are tired, and never think that you have done enough. You … read more »
Never Say: I Don't Care
A spiritual discourse on the importance of cultivating relationships and conscious living."When a person is gone, then you realize what you have lost. As long as you are together, you do not value it that much." "Spirituality means not only that prayer, and prayer, and 'I do … read more »
The Master Is The Way To God
A satsang reflecting on the anniversary of a Master's passing and the eternal disciple-Guru relationship."Liberation does not depend on postures and practices; liberation depends on discipline and the way of life." "A disciple will never be a guru. A disciple will always be a disciple... You cannot become the father … read more »
Gurudev Fulfills Positive Sankalpas Of Bhaktas
A spiritual discourse on the power of faith, practice, and satsang."Gurudev always fulfills the positive sa kalpas of the devotees. But it is very important that you do not stop halfway." "One minute of satsa g is greater than 60,000 years of tapas and sādhanā. But … read more »
Giving Will Open Your Blocks
A spiritual discourse addressing questions on kindness, karma, and overcoming creative blocks."Do not do to others what you do not like to be done to you." "Learn to give. When you feel blocked—physically, psychically, or energetically—the best way to open up is to give." A spiritual teacher … read more »
Svadhisthan Chakra
A lecture on Kundalini Yoga, focusing on the Svadhisthana Chakra."Tons of theory is nothing compared with a gram of practice. And that's why we are all here: to experience something, to realize something, to gain something practically, in reality." "Kundalini is the power which is … read more »
The Truth Is Beauty
A spiritual discourse on the nature and aim of Kuṇḍalinī energy."Everything is within ourselves: karma, destiny, willpower, energy, light, the soul (ātmā), the senses (indriyas)—everything is there." "Human life is the opportunity where you can have a lawyer to solve all the problems, to become free … read more »
Kundalini And Destiny
A spiritual discourse on Kundalini energy, destiny, and the principles of deśa and kāla."Kundalini is the Śakti, the power which directs our life. It is the dormant energy within our consciousness." "Destiny is the product of your own actions. No one is there to be blamed. You are only … read more »
Practice Faithfully
A spiritual discourse emphasizing the necessity of practice over intellectualism."Too much reading also leads you nowhere; it is only intellectual information. Therefore, practicing is very important. Practice, practice, practice." "It doesn't matter how you throw the seed in the earth, it will grow. Whether you … read more »
Five Dimensions Of The Space
A spiritual lecture on the concepts of ākāśa (space) and the chakras, using Vedic symbolism."Within this Mahākāśa, the greatest space or endless universe, Ākāśa is divided into many parts." "And so, these symbols, made according to the mythology of the old Vedic mythology, something has to be put into the … read more »
Different Categories Of Chakras
A spiritual discourse explaining the chakra system and the significance of the Mūlādhāra."Here is the border between animals and humans. Every level of the chakras has its own kingdom." "Gu means darkness, and Ru means light. You enter into the light of wisdom, and you cross the border … read more »
Four Principles For Success
A morning satsang on the foundational spiritual principles for life."Anything we begin in life needs these principles. The first is tapa. Tapa means heat, fire... the power to endure, especially hard situations." "Tyāga means with thinking, with viveka, with intellect, we avoid the situation... tyāga … read more »
Siddhis Are Maya For Yogis
A spiritual discourse on destiny, karma, and the pitfalls of spiritual practice."Māyā is a close friend of the dead, and therefore, this māyā is very, very tricky. For a man, māyā becomes a woman, female. And for the female, māyā becomes male. At the end, māyā leaves … read more »
We Are Born To Help
A public address on cultural preservation, universal yoga, and human duty."I saw many people in a good position—smiling, happy, and, I would say, different. It seems that the yoga you are practicing still works very well in solving these problems." "Yoga in Daily Life makes a … read more »
YIDL World Peace Summit
A World Peace Summit organized by the Yoga in Daily Life Association, featuring addresses from spiritual leaders, diplomats, and government officials."As we meet today, we reflect on a theme of the most compelling relevance in this new millennium: the pursuit of peace, tolerance, and spiritual serenity in a world increasingly torn by conflict." "If within us … read more »
The Living Heart of God
A documentary on the life and legacy of Dharma Samrāṭ Śrī Svāmī Madhavānandajī."My eyes were filled with tears, and I fell on my knees. I knew that I had found the eternal light of my life." "Such a saint no longer belongs to himself; he belongs to God. … read more »
Humanitarian work
A documentary showcasing the humanitarian and spiritual projects of Śrī Viśvadīp Gurukul Maheśvarānanda Āśram."Yoga means unity, and thus this center serves the unity and well-being of all beings." "The hands that help are more valuable than the hands that pray." The film presents the ashram's diverse initiatives in Rajasthan, … read more »
Chakras and Kundalini
A lecture introducing the concepts of Kuṇḍalinī and the chakras, dedicated to the Association of Deaf-Blind People Dodir."Yoga is not a religion; it's not a philosophy. It's not a dogma, but it is the eternal principle in this universe." "Awakening of the kuṇḍalinī is divine... you feel happy like in the lap of … read more »
Farewelling Holy Guruji
A documentary on the mahāsamādhi and spiritual succession of Śrī Svāmī Madhavānandajī."Gurujī spent 80 years in his physical body as a living blessing." "The tradition is that the heir is announced after 16 days." The film recounts the passing of Śrī Svāmī Madhavānandajī (Holi Gurujī) in 2003 … read more »
Filter your thoughts
A satsang discourse on Patañjali's Yoga Sūtras and the discipline required to master the mind's fluctuations (vṛttis)."Patañjali said discipline is the most important thing. You cannot begin, nor can you be successful, if you have no discipline in yoga." "Patañjali said that through the practice of yoga, you control your vṛttis, your … read more »
Look through your mask
A satsang discourse on prosperity, cleanliness, and spiritual practice."Lakṣmī likes always cleanness. She goes only there where there is purification, cleanness: clean dress, clean bed, clean room... and clean heart and clean thoughts." "Through the svādhyāya and through the manana... try to feel yourself … read more »
Learn to endure Ramayana
A discourse on the prophecy of Nārada Muni regarding the destiny of Pārvatī."People will always think that she has no qualities. She will have little glory, he thinks. And also, she will be separated from her parents." "Though the destiny is not changeable, but still, I have some … read more »
Parvatis sacrifice Ramayana
A discourse on the story of Satī from the Rāmāyaṇa, focusing on her sorrow and the consequences of doubt."Lord, at the house of my father, there is a big festival. If you permit me, Lord Merciful One, I may go there with great respect to see that festival." "Therefore, that Lord Śiva, who has … read more »