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Principles Of Anusthana
Morning program with Swamiji from Strilky.Anusthana is a spiritual discipline involving the meditative repetition of the mantra for a period of time. There are basic rules for the anusthana which should be followed. By mantra japa, we can attain the peace … read more »
The World Needs Spiritual Light
Evening program with Swamiji from Strilky.The world needs spiritual education. Spiritual educated is that one who understands the others pain and troubles. The world needs spiritual light and spiritual people. Spirituality is not a particular way of religion. Spirituality means purity. … read more »
Life Is Full Of Desires
A morning satsang discourse on taming the mind and the power of mantra."The mind is like a locomotive. And all the cabins have to follow, because it is hung on the locomotive." "Throw the big rock on that happiness which lets disappear the name of God from the … read more »
Mantra Has Many Meanings
Satsang with Swamiji from Strilky.Unless we do not understand the meaning we cannot realize. MAN is the mind and TRA means satisfaction. Our mind is mighty. He can destroy us or protect us. He can lead us to the hell … read more »
Do The Inner Work
Goodbye Satsang with Swamiji from Strilky, Czech Republic.The entire universe is working. The planets, the nature, the five elements, the seasons and our body. Everything is constantly working and none of them have a resting day. It is one of the principles of … read more »
Divine Energy In Mahaprabhu Deep Ashram
An evening satsang from an ashram, discussing its spiritual significance and the practice of mantra awareness."This ashram has become a holy place. Those who come here and breathe this air automatically experience spiritual development." "You must become aware of it. Become one with it. Have love and devotion to the Divine. … read more »
Desert tour with Swamiji in Australia 2011
A devotional hymn and discourse on the supreme importance of the Guru's grace."What is the use of a beautiful form, a virtuous wife, glorious fame, or wealth as immense as Mount Meru, if the mind is not attached to the lotus feet of the Guru?" "What is the … read more »
Coastal tour with Swamiji in Australia 2011
A poetic recitation and song celebrating the sacred nature of India and its people."The soil of this country is sandalwood. Every village is a land of penance." "Every child is a child of Rām. Every girl is an image of the Goddess." An unidentified speaker delivers a lyrical ode … read more »
Mantra Is Leading You
A talk on the essence and practice of mantra during a Mantra Anushthana program."If you ask a true bhakta, for them, mantra is prāṇa. It is life itself." "Our duty is just to sit and relax... Repeat our mantra, and everything will come." A speaker addresses the gathering at … read more »
Bija Mantra Is The Essence
Afternoon program from Strilky.Czech. A mantra is a sound, a syllable, a word or group of words that is considered capable of creating transformation. A bija mantra represents the essence of a mantra and is like a seed which … read more »
Effect Of The Mantra
A teaching session on the power and practice of mantra."Your one sentence can hurt millions of hearts. And one sentence can make millions of hearts happy, healthy, and joyful." "Guru Mantra is practiced, first of all, to improve, develop, and achieve our goal of life: … read more »
Bathing In The River Of Knowledge
A satsang discourse on the power of mantra and dharma in the present age."Kali Yuga kīval nām ādhāra. Kali Yuga has only one hope, the strength, the foundation. The name. Name means name of God." "Dharma Rakṣita Rakṣita. If you protect your Dharma, Dharma will protect you. And therefore, … read more »
The Flow of Blessing, Joy and Happines
A satsang gathering at an ashram featuring devotional singing, teachings on pilgrimage, and shared reflections."Nowadays, you take a helicopter, fly there, go down, have a darshan, and go back... So the value, the meaning is lost." "When the bhaktas come to the master, they come with devotion, with love. And … read more »
We Should Have A Destination
Evening Satsang from Strilky, Czech Republic.There are two kinds of people. One are very clear, they have an aim and a destination. Others like to read a lot and are developing only the intellect. Reading is not bad if we can … read more »
Sri Swami Madhavananda Austria Hospital Project in India
A webcast presentation detailing the humanitarian work of a desert hospital in Rajasthan."One in fifty women dies during childbirth, and there is only one doctor for 5,782 people." "Health is not everything, but without health, everything is nothing." Dr. Sādhvī Śāntidī broadcasts from the ashram, reporting on the … read more »
The First Happiness Is Good Health
A spiritual discourse on holistic health, the nature of fire, and life's debts, followed by a presentation on a charitable hospital project."The first happiness is good health. Health is that which keeps our nature and our very origin safe." "Every householder, every human, has five kinds of debts (ṛṇa) in their life... First is Mātṛ Ṛṇa, the … read more »
Children Are The Future Of Tomorrow
An evening satsang featuring a talk on education and culture, followed by student testimonials from a gurukul."Spirituality is the purity of the consciousness, the purity of the heart, the purity of the intellect, the purity of the mind, and the purity of actions and service to this world." "Children are like raw … read more »
When Will You Fill My Cup Of Love?
Evening Satsang from Jadan, India.Swamiji translates one of Holy Guruji's bhajans: Prema ka pyala hari kaba mera bharase - O Lord, when will you fill my cup of love? I am the beggar on your door day and night and … read more »
Satsang Is Within You
A satsang discourse on seva (selfless service) and the importance of spiritual company."God Himself quits his Vaikuṇṭha and incarnates to serve, to do sevā for all creatures on earth. Sevā is the greatest thing we can do in our life." "Fortunate are they who have such happiness, satsa … read more »
Experiences of the Rishis
Evening Satsang from Jadan, India.The Rishis are known as the seers, hermits and sages of ancient India to whom the hymns of the Vedas were revealed. Their knowledge and wisdom was a great gift for the entire world. They found … read more »
Blessing Is A Universal Power
A spiritual discourse on the power of blessings, discipline, and life's journey."Blessings have immense power. Anything is possible through the blessing." "Life is a journey, not a destination. And on that journey to reach the destination, our journey should be on the path." A spiritual teacher addresses … read more »
Governing The Spiritual Light
A spiritual discourse on awakening the senses and the supreme value of satsa g."O my friends, wake up, the dawn has risen. It means the dawn of the Gurudev’s satsa g, the dawn of the Gurudev’s wisdom." "In this Kali Yuga, to come to heaven is easier... But satsa … read more »
Yama and Dharmaraja
A spiritual discourse critiquing selfish religiosity and explaining the path of true devotion through stories and teachings."Therefore, people may declare that they are spiritual and religious, but they are often spiritual and religious in their selfishness." "My dear, I wish you all the best and the blessings... May that bird which is … read more »
Guru And Mansic Puja
A teaching on the practice of Mānasik Pūjā, or mental worship."The Iṣṭadevatā is the personal God, and we choose the Iṣṭadevatā according to our feeling, according to our heart, where it goes." "So the Mānasik Pūjā is said to be higher than the external Pūjā. God … read more »
Blessings of Gurudev
A satsang discourse on the nature of the guru-disciple relationship and spiritual life."What is not possible, the impossible becomes possible through the blessing of Gurudev." "Habit is the second nature of a man. It becomes the nature." The lecturer addresses seekers, explaining the true meaning of a guru … read more »
Divine Lila, Gods Play
A spiritual discourse exploring divine play, devotion, and karma through storytelling."His friends were called gopas, what we call disciples or friends. And his female disciples are known as gopīs." "There is no power in the entire universe that can tie me, or close me, or stop … read more »
Siddha Purusha Sri Devpuriji. The Perfect Master. Part 3.
A spiritual discourse reflecting on divine love, the power of a saint's glance, and stories of devotion."Darśan means to see. Darśan means blessing. Darśan means unity. Darśan means the light. Darśan means oneness." "Love is unbreakable. Love is unlimited. Love is eternal. Love is divine. Love is God. Love is the truth, … read more »
Evening Meditation guided by Swamiji
Evening program from Wellington, New Zealand.Meditation brings the inner peace, physical peace, mental peace and peace into the soul. Every meditation should be practiced with the guru mantra we received from our master. A meditation without mantra is like a body … read more »
Darshan. Visions Of The Divine
A spiritual discourse reflecting on the grace of the Guru and the soul's longing for divine vision."O Gurudev, we are stuck in the net of doubts, the net of conflicts." "Those who sing the glory of Gurudev will not again come into these troubles. They will always be in Ānanda Loka, always … read more »
Siddha Purusha Sri Devpuriji. The Perfect Master. Part 2.
A satsang discourse on divine grace and the power of saints, addressing doubt and sharing miraculous stories."If world governments would incorporate chapters on spirituality, ethics, ahiṃsā, brotherhood, and love for nature, creatures, and humanity into education, it would help bring peace to the world." "Devapurījī kicked the basket, and what happened? All … read more »
Be Under His Shelter
A spiritual discourse on cultivating inner peace through faith, surrender, and overcoming inner obstacles."One who is always under divine shelter is safe. But how does one come under God's shelter?" "If you have peace within, you can bring peace outside. Without inner peace, you cannot." The speaker delivers a … read more »
Siddha Purusha Sri Devpuriji. The Perfect Master
A discourse on the divine lineage and miraculous powers of Himalayan Siddhas."Anhonī guru karshake—what we think is impossible, the Guru's grace can make possible. Honi Deitā Mitāī—what is destined to happen, Gurudev can remove." "Devapurījī is known as a Siddha Puruṣa who possessed all twenty-four siddhis. These … read more »
Greatness of His Name
A spiritual discourse on the power of divine name, dharma, and the value of time."Gurujī used to say in satsa g that once God wanted to know what is greater: mokṣa or sevā?... Surprisingly, the seva was heavier than mokṣa." "In the Guru Granth Sāhib, the holy book, it is … read more »
Presentation about Roti/Chapati, Jadan Ashram
An instructional presentation on the traditional preparation of chapati bread, from organic cultivation to cooking and spiritual significance."Chapati is a special kind of roti, which is made of whole wheat flour and is prepared on a special pan called a tava." "Pure food builds a pure mind. That is why we have to … read more »
Practicing Khatu Pranam, Part 2
Morning practice with Swamiji, Khatu Pranam, Part 2 When practicing the Yoga in Daily Life Khatu Pranam exercise series, one can feel the peace, the harmony and the oneness.It is not like any gymnastic .It is Yoga. And especially Yoga in Daily Life. Practitioners should have the understanding for the value of the exercises. When practicing, then the physical, mental and emotional harmony can … read more »
Practicing Khatu Pranam, Part 1
Practicing Khatu Pranam with Swamiji, practice and explanations, Wellington.This exercise series, which harmonizes body, mind and soul, is the outcome of research and experience extending over many years. In the initial stage of practice, focus is given to the physical benefits. Khatu Pranam strengthens, … read more »
The Primacy of the Name in the Kali Yuga
A discourse on the nature of the Kali Yuga and the power of the divine name."Kali Yuga is Kriyā Yuga. Kriyā Yuga means Karma Yuga. Karma is primary." "Kali yuga kevala nāma ādhāra, sumira sumira nara hoi bhava pāra. (In the Kali Yuga, the name alone is the foundation; by repeating, … read more »
Gyana Ganga
A spiritual discourse on the rivers of divine knowledge (Jñāna Ga gā) and the essence of devotion (Bhakti Rasa)."Just as the river Ga gā washes away sins when we bathe in its waters, similarly... when a wise person, a brahmajñānī, speaks, their voice and words reach others... it is as if the Ga gā … read more »
Real Yoga Begins With Satsang
A spiritual discourse on the eternal principle of yoga and the necessity of the guru's grace."Yoga is that tattva (principle) which balances space and consciousness. Yoga means balance, harmonizing and maintaining the harmony in the universe." "Guru-vākyā means not only your guru's saying, but all śāstras. Science means here the śāstras; … read more »
Obstacles And Solutions
A satsang discourse on overcoming mental disturbances through yoga philosophy and practice."Vikṣepa means disturbances, and disturbances cause the kleśas. Kleśa means troubles or inner struggling, inner fighting." "Yogaḥ citta-vṛtti-nirodhaḥ. Through the practice of yoga, you self-neutralize all the vṛttis." Swami Ji leads a satsang, exploring Patanjali's concepts … read more »
Holi - Festival of Colours, Part 2
A spiritual discourse on the festival of Holi and the allegory of churning the ocean of consciousness."To whom the God protects, no one can kill. Even the whole world is against, and if God wants to protect, they cannot damage even one hair of that bhakta." "Churning of the ocean is your … read more »
Holi - Festival of Colours, Part 1
A discourse explaining the spiritual significance of the Holī festival through the story of Prahlāda and the Narasiṁha Avatāra."Whenever dharma is declined and adharma is increasing, O Arjuna, I manifest myself through my yoga māyā, yoga śakti, the universal power or energy." "To whom God wants to protect, no one can kill him. Even … read more »
Yoga - The Path Of Liberation
A spiritual discourse on karma, consciousness, and the path to liberation."Karma pradhāna hai. Karma is very important. One must not understand karma as negative. Karma is action." "So, what we have to become is a witness, a knower, or an observer... You become a witness of … read more »
Presentation about "Ghee"
A detailed explanation of ghee, covering its traditional production, sacred significance, and Ayurvedic applications."In our ashram, we produce ghee from the milk of our cows. Our cows eat only natural food—grass and natural feed—and receive no medicine." "Ghee is not confined to household use. It is very important in … read more »
Gyana Yoga, The Path Of Knowledge
A spiritual discourse on the spherical nature of the universe and the journey through the layers of self."Already, before 10,000 years, everything in the universe, what is existing, is round." "Mokṣa, liberation, ātmajñāna is when this jīvātmā frees from the causal body." Swami Maheshananda (Swami Mahesh) delivers a teaching, weaving ancient Vedic cosmology … read more »
Outer Situation Reflects The Inner Situation
Satsang with Swamiji from Wellington, NZ.With the cleanness of our house we can see our inner condition. How we are keeping the ashram or the house in order, with this we can see our love and devotion. We can see if … read more »
Spirituality And Devotion
A morning satsang on the nature of spiritual devotion and purity."Spirituality means purity, crystal clear pure, and that purity, pure is called God." "Devotion means respect. Devotion means surrender. We surrender our mistakes. We surrender our weaknesses." The lecturer addresses a global audience from Auckland, exploring … read more »
What Means The Satsang
Satsang with Swamiji from Auckland, NZ.Satsang means to find the truth within oneself and being with the truth. What is temporary, is not the truth. The atman is that truth which is everlasting, immortal and eternal. This can be realized only … read more »
Prepare The Beauty Of Your Inner Garden
A spiritual discourse on learning from nature and inner purification."Birds never complain, trees never complain. They know, and they accept." "Each and every atom of the body is asking you for your kind attention, to supply some good feelings and thoughts." A speaker addresses a … read more »
Our Inner Conflicts, Raga And Dvesha
A spiritual discourse introducing the Sudharā Kriyā purification practice."Sudharā Kriyā was practiced in Sapta Yuga times by the Sapta Ṛṣis." "This Sādhana Kriyā we are practicing, Sudharā Kriyā, is that Kriyā which should purify Rāga and Dveṣa." The lecturer addresses devotees in Auckland, introducing … read more »