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Harmony for Body, Mind and Soul, Melbourne
Spiritual practice is the path to inner harmony and purity.Authentic tradition is upheld by the Akhāṛā system in India, which grants the title of Mahāmaṇḍaleśvara after rigorous testing of lineage and spiritual merit. Australia is now home to two such title holders, a significant historic … read more »
Guru Tattva, Wellington, NZ
Guru Tattva is the divine principle directly connected to God, manifesting as creation, protection, and dissolution.It is Brahma, creating positive thoughts and wisdom within the devotee. It is Vishnu, protecting the destiny of those who accept the guru. It is Shiva, destroying negative karmas and qualities. This principle is not the … read more »
Spirituality and Charity, Raumati - Kapiti Coast, NZ
The power of satsa g and charity sustains the world.Two kinds of people exist. One concentrates on personal life, which is not wrong. The other creates charitable and spiritual centers for the well-being of nature and society. Experience shows the world cannot survive without spiritual … read more »
Protection of our planet and sustainability in daily life, Wellington, NZ
The planet suffers due to human greed and disrespect, creating physical and mental pollution.Humans are not almighty; the God-made world is perfect, while the man-made is imperfect. The cause of suffering is a lack of non-violence and limitless desire. Mental pollution from dry intellect is more dangerous than physical … read more »
A Prayer for Peace and the Path of Yoga
Yoga is the science of body, mind, consciousness, and soul.The human body is a temple and must be cared for through practice. Health is the first comfort; without it, everything is nothing. Yoga practice is a lifelong discipline of dynamic movements, stretching, and postures, performed … read more »
Ancient Wisdom for the Challenges of our Modern Times, Wellington , NZ
Dharma is the cosmic law we must follow to be protected.Ancient wisdom teaches that dharma is the inherent duty and law of all existence, not merely religion. If you protect dharma, it protects you. Humans have lost their harmonious relationship with nature, acting against it out … read more »
How to Simplify Your Life and Be Happy, Raumati - Kapiti Coast, NZ
Peace is found by awakening universal love and trust within the heart.Ancient cultures worldwide share welcoming ceremonies rooted in honoring ancestors and nature. Modern life often loses this thread through materialism, breaking human connection and breeding fear. Fear prevents peace, regardless of conferences. Trust in God and … read more »
How to live a happy life in a Modern World, Auckland, NZ
Happiness is a universal principle given freely to all, yet we struggle to attain it.We pursue material happiness, but it is temporary and often brings more suffering than joy. True, lasting happiness is supreme bliss, beyond the changing material world. It requires renunciation: take only what you need and release … read more »
Shatsampatti - the 6 inner treasures of Yoga (1/2), Auckland, NZ
The hidden treasures within are discovered through the four yogas: Karma, Bhakti, Rāja, and Jñāna.Human focus on the outer world obscures inner values. Karma Yoga is action through body, mind, speech, and wealth, governed by the law of cause and effect, with selfless action being the highest principle. Bhakti Yoga … read more »
A Celebration of a New Beginning
The opening of a new center is a celebration of growth from a small seed into a great tree, supported by collective effort and divine blessing.From a small beginning, a dedicated space is established through perseverance and service. This new branch provides an opportunity for many to serve and grow closer to the divine light. The work is challenging, but with … read more »
Yoga Workshop, San Francisco
Today is a special day, the festival of Holī, celebrating the victory of devotion over arrogance.Every spiritual tradition begins in the name of God, a guideline like a torchlight in darkness. The full moon's gentle light is considered a nectar. In a past age, a king named Hiraṇyakaśipu sought immortality through … read more »
Yoga and Meditation, Vancouver
The four holy entities manifest for universal well-being.A lake exists solely to serve, giving water freely without discrimination or refusal. A tree stands steadfast through all conditions, providing shelter, fruit, and oxygen without attachment or anger. A holy saint speaks wisdom for the … read more »
Find peace within thy heart, Vancouver
Living in peace requires managing inner perception amidst inevitable outer turmoil.The world has always contained trouble and those who create it, often believing themselves right. One must continue daily duties regardless, not stopping for temporary disturbances. True peace is found within, not in changing external conditions. … read more »
God's light is in every heart, Alexandria
The eternal spiritual lineage transmits divine wisdom from master to disciple.God placed a divine spark of light within every heart. This light dispels ignorance when it radiates, revealing divine wisdom. The Guru's word is God's instruction to love all beings without distinction. This knowledge flows through … read more »
Stewards of the Earth, Alexandria
The four holy ones manifest on this planet solely for the well-being of others.The first is the lake or water body, which serves all without discrimination, like a mother. The second is the tree, which provides for countless creatures without attachment or enmity. The third is the holy saint, … read more »
Yoga In Daily Life means harmony of body mind and soul, Alexandria
Yoga is the science of uniting body, mind, and soul through harmony and balance.It is an ancient system for overall well-being. The universe and our own bodies are complex, harmonized creations we do not fully understand. We struggle to comprehend even our physical form, let alone our mind with … read more »
Cultivating non-violent speech, Alexandria
Words have immense power to create or destroy.We are one human family; suffering anywhere is our own. A morning tsunami brought great sadness, reminding us of our shared heart. True unity comes from feeling others' pain as our own. Collective prayer is a … read more »
The Path of Yoga in Daily Life
Integrating yoga into daily life is the path.General instructions are given; apply them according to personal capacity. The worldly ocean awaits, filled with challenges; learn to navigate it skillfully. When feeling imbalanced, pause advanced practices and focus on foundational āsanas, Karma Yoga, and … read more »
The Wisdom of Yoga: A Path to Unity and Well-being
Yoga is the ancient science of body, mind, consciousness, and soul for health and unity.It is a universal, practical path, not a religion or dogma. Its principles lead to a happy, harmonious life through love and understanding. God is omnipresent, manifesting in various forms to serve and liberate. All creation … read more »
The Indwelling Reality: A Discourse on Self-Realization
The true self is the singular reality indwelling all forms.My Gurudev gave the hint to realize this true self. That one reality is hidden within everything, like oil in seeds or fire in alcohol. You are that reality. You are the temple, the deity, and … read more »
On Practice, Faith, and the Inner Path
The spiritual path requires independent practice, faith, and discernment.Practice is paramount; treat your spiritual practices with adoration and respect as if they are divine. Chanting mantra aloud aids concentration and dispels thoughts. An altar is a holy place for inner consultation, a bridge from … read more »
The Unshakeable Victory of Truth
Truth is ultimately unshakeable and always victorious.I began this work with the conviction that truth cannot be hidden; it will always emerge. I have traveled widely, even to places where speaking of God was forbidden, yet I faced no difficulties because I … read more »
The Precious Human Journey
The human life is a rare and precious opportunity for realization.The journey of the soul through limitless universes is unknown, but this human form alone can recognize God. This chance is a diamond not to be wasted, for life continues after death in forms determined by … read more »
It is a blessing to be always together, Alexandria
True connection is a matter of love, not physical proximity.The body is not the reality; love transcends distance while ignorance and hate create division. I recall a story of an ox named Sanjo, separated from the woman who raised him. Driven by love and memory, … read more »
What can be achieved through Yoga, New York
Yoga is the ancient science of achieving union and harmony.It begins with the body and breath, leading to relaxation, concentration, and higher states. All beings carry the light of the Cosmic Self within; we are part of this universal one. Our individual existence is governed … read more »
Awakening Consciousness with Yoga and Meditation, New York
Awakening consciousness through yoga requires moving beyond its common perception as mere physical exercise.Yoga's introduction to the West passed through phases of misunderstanding, from associations with fakirs to the hippie movement, before being embraced for health and concentration. It has since become a system for well-being and stress management, … read more »
Public lecture at Emory University in Atlanta USA
Yoga is the unifying energy that harmonizes the cosmos and the individual.Creation arises from the balance of infinite space and pure consciousness, held together by divine energy. This primordial vibration manifests as sound, light, and the elements. The individual soul journeys through cycles of action and reaction, … read more »
Maha-Shivaratri Satsang in Vienna (2/2)
Awaken the inner light and strength within.Śiva Rātri is a day of divine grace for spiritual development. Śiva is the universal consciousness, the creator and destroyer, embodying truth and liberation. This consciousness holds no negativity, offering equal mercy to all. The Pañcākṣara … read more »
Mahashivaratri 2011 Instructions
Tomorrow night begins the observance of Mahāśivarātri, a prolonged period for prayer and abhiṣeka.We will host a satsa g with bhajans, dance, lectures, and films. The abhiṣeka ritual involves pouring a mixture of milk and water from a small vessel over a Śiva Li gam while chanting the Mahāmṛtyuñjaya … read more »
Maha-Shivaratri Satsang in Vienna (1/2)
A Śivarātri gathering unites a global community in devotion and practice.The event includes traditional ceremonies, performances, and teachings centered on Lord Śiva. The Śivamandir society works to preserve Sanātana Dharma through study and practice. A key teaching is the purification of the inner instruments and impurities … read more »
Mahashivaratri 2011 Message
A blessing for the holy occasion of Mahāśivarātri is offered.I send the blessings of Devpurījī. I pray to Almighty Sadāśiva Swayambhu to bless us, forgive all our mistakes and our ignorance, and bestow His divine grace. May we act and serve according to Your divine … read more »
A disciplined day and time management help dissolve stress
Discipline is the foundation of success in all aspects of life, from business to spiritual practice.A lack of ethical discipline caused the global financial crisis. Business requires supervision, but ineffective oversight creates loss, as shown when multiple supervisors consumed the milk they were meant to guard. Delegation without personal responsibility leads … read more »
Evening satsang from Strilky
Love unites, while greed and jealousy divide.Love creates unity, and ignorance creates division. Ego destroys, and jealousy makes the impossible occur. A story illustrates how greed destroys love. Two loving brothers discovered a great treasure of gold. While one went to fetch … read more »
Morning satsang from Strilky
Parents are instruments of our karma, serving to place us on the path.Their practical work in raising a child is immense, a point for deep thankfulness. A human birth, granted through parents, is the rare chance for liberation. They are our first gurus, teaching within the realm of … read more »
Satsang is the source of happiness and enlightenment
The three monkeys embody the wisdom to avoid negative influences.A disciple left his master and became lost in unhappiness. He encountered three monkeys in a forest. The first monkey looked away from him. The second monkey covered its ears as he spoke. The third monkey … read more »
Public lecture in Brno
Peace arises from universal love, not from greed or conflict.Human history is filled with war, stemming from endless greed for power and wealth. Unlike animals, human mental hunger is insatiable. A story illustrates this: a proud king is humbled by a beggar with a bottomless … read more »
The Unity of Śiva and Śakti: Consciousness and Its Liberation
Śiva consciousness is the ever-awakened consciousness within all, the goal of merging individual consciousness into the cosmic.This union is yoga. Human intellect, distinct among creatures, requires education. Education shapes habits and destiny, for good or ill. Cultural and spiritual education are vital. Spiritual education provides the higher human mission: God-realization. Modern culture … read more »
The Grace of the Guru
The grace of the Guru makes everything possible.Realize the profound fortune of having the Guru's presence and darśana. In the Guru's realm, all things are achievable through his grace, but one must be open to receive it. Self-blackmail, the thought of being small … read more »
Closing satsang from Vep
The unshakable knowledge is found within direct experience, not second-hand accounts.Observe what is happening within yourself. Any event, even one that initially seems terrible, contains something good to learn. This discovered knowledge is permanent and cannot be taken away. Time is perpetually gone; do not cry … read more »
YIDL Presentation
Yoga is the balancing principle, a science of living for strength, harmony, and peace.This holistic system promotes physical, mental, social, and spiritual health through a graded, practical path. It integrates exercises, breathwork, deep relaxation, and meditation to purify the body and calm the mind. The practice fosters self-awareness and … read more »
Afternoon practice from Vep
The practice of āsana and prāṇāyāma harmonizes body and mind.Vajrāsana calms digestion and emotions by influencing key energy centers. Correct posture in variations like Marjariāsana strengthens the spine. Shoulder rotations and specific gazes release tension and align breath. Āsanas like Vīrāsana address fear by working … read more »
Morning Lecture from Vep
Morning satsang from weekend yoga seminar from Vep, Hungary.
Around the world - Hidden beauty
The highest principle is non-violence, meaning no killing.Every soul is a divine cell; all creatures of the universe are my cells. Therefore, love them, feed them, and do not eat them. Humans are meant to be protectors, not destroyers. Consider a garden with … read more »
Twenty five years of YIDL in Croatia
The spiritual lineage of Śrī Alakh Purījī Siddha Pīṭha brings the light of yoga to the world.This lineage descends from ancient Himalayan sages. Śrī Dev Purījī established an āśrama in Rajasthan in the late 19th century. His disciple was Bhagavān Śrī Deep Nārāyaṇ Mahāprabhujī, who taught that all beings carry a divine … read more »
The Mahāsamādhi of Śrī Devapurījī
Today is the Mahāsamādhi day of Śrī Devapurījī, a liberated master.He lived hidden in the Himalayas and was a member of a group of siddhas who can materialize and dematerialize at will. He possessed the qualities of Śiva: purity, consciousness, and the power to liberate. He … read more »
The Life and Miracles of Devpurījī
Devpurījī was a being of complete oneness, an incarnation of Śiva who attained Cosmic Consciousness.He embodied divine power through miracles and a profound unity with nature. He had no shadow or footprints, and no photograph could capture him; he instructed devotees to see him in the sun. He restored dead … read more »
On Devapurījī
Devapurījī is our Satguru, an incarnation of Śiva, the self-manifested Svayaṃbhū principle.Incarnations descend by free will to liberate beings bound by karma, appearing in human form but possessing all divine powers naturally. He was a miraculous child who went to the Himalayas, joining the Siddhas—perfected yogīs beyond … read more »
The Worship of the Elements
The five elements are divine and must be revered as God.A sun festival exists in Europe, involving a burning wheel. Similar reverence is for water, Jal Devatā. Polluting water harms us. Fire, Agni Dev, is life; our body's heat is a divine automatic system. Fire purifies … read more »
Peace Prayer in Erd, Szazhalombatta
A multifaith gathering offers prayers for world peace through shared invocation and wisdom.Representatives from various traditions light a flame and offer prayers. A Hindu chant seeks guidance from unreality to reality, darkness to light, and mortality to immortality. A Christian prayer asks for illumination of intellect and will … read more »
Around the world - Khatu pranam
A praṇāma is a greeting and a practice that transforms energy.It aligns the spinal column and expels impurities, cleansing the entire system. This work is prepared through breath control, mantras, and energetic concentration. The practice requires the transformation of both the individual and the place itself. … read more »