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Around the world - Yoga in Slovakia
Yoga practice in Slovaka, the city of Presov
Around the world - Yoga exercises specifically for women
This is a gentle yoga sequence for menstrual well-being.We begin with relaxation and full yogic breath to harmonize body and mind. Specific postures target the pelvic area and lower back. The first exercise involves bringing one knee to the chest, then extending the leg, … read more »
Swamiji in Bay Area, USA
Swamijis visit to Hindu Temple on the occassion of Holi in San Francisco bay area.
Australian Yoga Teacher Conference
Yoga Teachers Conference in Australia.
Life in the astral world
Lecture from Vep, Hungary.
I found happiness in the shelter of my Master, Vep
Bhajans are personal expressions containing teachings and experiences, distinct from the repetition of kīrtan.Every being searches for happiness because our true, divine nature is happiness itself. We have forgotten this unity. Reality is one Brahman; duality is mortal ignorance. We are separated parts longing to reunite with the universal … read more »
Surrender and find perfect peace, Vep
Lecture from Vep, Hungary.
Resonance is everywhere, resonance is life, Adelaide
Jivana Jyoti is the light of our life.In our heart is a beautiful flame. That is the life light. In the Upanishads it is said: In the heart there is a tiny cave and in this cave is a beautiful blue light. That … read more »
Life is a dream
Life is a dream, and the search is for the truth beyond it.A yogi asked Shiva to know his divine illusion. Shiva showed him in a moment underwater the experience of many lifetimes—divine realms, a farmer's life, and repeated births as a nomad. In one life, as an … read more »
The Nature of Bhajan and the Search for the Divine
The nature of bhajan and the search for the divine within.A bhajan contains God's name, inspiration, and philosophy. Kirtan is repetition of the name. A doha holds both question and answer. Bhajans are of two kinds: Saguna points to God with form and qualities; Nirguna points … read more »
Ekant vas and anusthan, Vep
Yoga is the universal principle of balance, harmony, and union.It is the ancient force maintaining equilibrium between cosmic consciousness and the space it pervades, governing all stars, planets, and the five elements of the body. This balancing principle is harmony, and harmony leads to unity—the … read more »
Satya Yuga and Kali Yuga is within you, Sunshine Coast
Kirtans and Bhajans open the Satsang.There are two kinds of Kali Yuga: The first according to the time, the Vedic Yugas. The second is within ourselves when we have negative qualities - like hate - jealous - greed - anger - … read more »
The Eternal Journey, Sunshine Coast
The eternal journey of the soul is our subject today.We originate from the supreme resonance, Oṃ, and the light of Śiva. As individual souls, we are bundles of karma, rolling through countless lives across the universe. We incarnate in various forms, collecting impressions like a … read more »
Australian tour 2011 slideshow
Fill-in program.
How to gain a friend, Vep
Daily practice and community are essential for spiritual and personal well-being.Do not stop your regular sādhanā. Practice your designed program of āsanas, prāṇāyāma, mudrās, bandhas, and kriyā every day, even if briefly. Consistency is crucial because the body, mind, intellect, and consciousness harmonize over time; stopping … read more »
Always be ready to learn, Vienna
A yoga teacher must be an example of awareness, humility, and heart-centered conduct.Once, a thief stole a watch. The response was that if the thief thought the owner was sad, he might not steal, yet a thief typically does not care. We must learn to protect ourselves by … read more »
Who is your beloved, Vep
Our spiritual work is to complete the bhajan by understanding the sūratā.Sūratā is the pure, humble inner intention and concentration. It is the conscious awareness that observes everything, like a driver monitoring the road. If this awareness lapses, accidents happen. Our feelings constantly wander (bhaṭaknā), attaching to … read more »
The Preciousness of Retreat
This retreat time is precious and fleeting.Returning to ordinary life brings immediate difficulties: unsuitable food, stress, and worldly chaos. These final hours here are a profound opportunity for practice and potential enlightenment. This energy must sustain you. A story illustrates our blindness … read more »
Ego is the willpower of life, Vep
The purpose of Mauna is inner observation to understand life's purpose and obstacles.According to Patañjali, thoughts are either kliṣṭa (negative, creating troubles) or akliṣṭa (positive). Your mind creates your reality; positive thinking shapes a positive life, while negative thinking does the opposite. All beings can feel your thoughts. … read more »
Mantra is a seed in your heart
The path requires mantra practice and selfless action.Time is precious; a day spent in divine thought, mantra, and community is blessed. Karma yoga is essential for success. There are two types of action: Niṣkāma karma, selfless service for the benefit of all, and … read more »
Navaratri - Honoring the Divine Mother and speech on Kriya Yoga, Gold Coast
Navaratri is a nine day celebration of the divine mother - Shakti.Singing and translation of Holy Gurujis bhajan: "Jaya Matesvari Jaya Devi Candan." Ram Navami is a festival, celebrating the incarnation of Lord Rama. What is Kriya Yoga? How can Kriya help you? What does Kriya do … read more »
Gurudev can make You a Paras
Lecture by Swamiji from Strilky, Czech Republic in May 2005.
How to coordinate with the outer world, Vep
Sādhana requires the principles of Śayamit and Niyamit, guided by Viveka.Śayamit means control, the ability to say no to oneself, which requires the philosophy of viveka to discern. It involves being simita—setting borders for speech and senses to conserve energy. Niyamit is the daily discipline of … read more »
Yoga gives happiness to body, mind and soul, Vep
You came to yoga seeking harmony for body, mind, and soul.Yet, you have not realized this goal. The problem is not with yoga, which is divine and harmonizing. The problem is in your practice. Where there is indulgence and passion, there is illness. Yoga removes these, … read more »
Eat the sweetness of immortality, Vep
Lecture by Swamiji from Vep, Hungary in December 2004.
The Foundation of Practice: Health, Discipline, and Sattva
The foundation of practice is daily discipline for health, which must precede spirituality.Many do not practice regularly at home, leading to physical problems and illness. The body naturally produces vikāra (illness) and the three guṇas, with tamas growing easily and sattva requiring great effort. A body full of … read more »
The Significance of Devotion in the Rāmāyaṇa
The Rāmāyaṇa illustrates the power of devotion through action.Rāma was exiled for fourteen years due to his stepmother's wishes. When his wife Sītā was abducted by Rāvaṇa, Rāma's army of devoted animals faced the ocean. Hanumān demonstrated devotion by making a stone float by … read more »
Never say I don't care
The cultivation of relationship is the central work of human life.We often fail to value connections until they are gone, realizing too late we could have compromised, understood, or spoken more. This applies to people and to the presence of a teacher. A deep human relationship … read more »
The Eternal Disciple
The eternal disciple-master relationship transcends physical succession.Liberation depends on disciplined living, not mere practice. A disciple can succeed a master in role but never in essence; a son cannot become the father of his father. The master remains the indispensable way to … read more »
Around the world - World peace in your hands
Peace is in your hands, and inner peace is the foundation for world peace.A practical yoga system was created to address modern life's problems, now practiced globally. This system is an accredited university course and a tool for hospital rehabilitation. The organization is a UN-affiliated non-profit working for human … read more »
Self Inquiry Meditation in Theory and Praxis, Sunshine Coast
Meditation is not something that you practice.Meditation comes from itself. There are two kinds of Meditation: Active and passive Meditation. Active Meditation is, when you do something and feel very happy with it, you love to do this work. This is your … read more »
What is Happiness?
Satsang with Vishwaguruji from Sunshine Coast.Swami Shivananda said: Within you is the fountain of the joy and within you is the ocean of the bliss.Your heart is like an endless ocean and similarly in your heart everyone should have a place. … read more »
Asanas are like a cosmic dance, Sunshine Coast
How should we do our Asanas? Swamiji gives practical instructions for the Yoga practice.1. Practise every day, systematically, this is important. 2. Use your own Yoga mat for your better spiritual development. 3. Prepare mentally and pray to God for blessing and guidance. 4. First relaxation to receive the … read more »
The whole world is my family, Sunshine Coast
The spiritual lineage and the disciple's role are central.Our tradition flows from the divine consciousness of Śiva, manifest as sound and light. This Śivajyoti illuminates all existence, including the life within us. The physical master is merely a container for this divine wisdom, like … read more »
Listen with your heart and with your brain, Gold Coast
Understanding is received by being a receptive guest, not a grasping host.Stand under to receive what is offered, like a child taking what comes from a basket, not choosing from above. This openness allows new concepts and dishes to appear. In spiritual practice, bowing positions you to … read more »
Prayers give us peace, Gold Coast
Readings from the book "Lila Amrit." Prayers give us external as well as inner peace. When inner peace is not there then we are lost. If we have lost inner peace, what ever we will tell - it will not help. … read more »
Prayers and Mantras have immense of power, Gold Coast
In most critical situations in our life we practise mantra and prayer.Mantra and prayer is the most powerful tool which human have got in their life. Mantras and spiritual songs - this are also prayers. It is better to light a candle then stand in darkness.That candle … read more »
The Self and The Soul, Melbourne
Sri Ram - Kirtan sung by Ally.Swami Jasraj Puri brings an example: When on the spiritual path arise doubts - hold on, it will calm down. The lecturer speaks about Pranayama, Ida and Pingala breathing. Swamiji speaks about Lord Shiva,Yog Shakti, the … read more »
Time and destiny, Melbourne
Every saint or holy incarnation has to go through certain experiences in life.Even God has to go through particular situaions. Does God have a destiny? The life of Jesus - he had to go through many hard situations in his life. Was this his destiny or was him … read more »
Hidden quality in humans, Melbourne
The divine light and hidden powers within us are obscured by ego and ignorance, awaiting awakening through spiritual guidance.As a child, we embody infinite potential, but this inner light becomes veiled over time. We meet a teacher who helps remove this veil, revealing the eternal Self that was always present. This inner divinity exists … read more »
The Aim of Human Life, Melbourne
Swamiji introduces MM Swami Jasraj Puri and explaines in great detail what means Mahamandaleshwar and Akkhara.Ashram: A means welcome, Shram means work. Ashram means: Come to work here on your body, mind, consciousness and realisation. Space is the endless glory of God. We don't know where is the beginning or the … read more »
Harmony for Body, Mind and Soul, Melbourne
What is a Akkhara? How is the process to be a Mahamandaleshwar? The lecturer speaks about harmony.Swamiji speaks about spirituality. What is spirituality? How does it look like? What do you think what is the spirituality? It means purity, transparent pure consciousness. If you want a spiritual life then you have to … read more »
Guru Tattva, Wellington, NZ
Guru Tattva is directly connected to God Shiva.Guru Tattva is the highest Tattva in the world. Shiva Tattva destroys all negative karmas, negative thoughts and qualities which we cannot overcome. Vishnu Tattva is protecting us and our destiny. Brahma Tattva creates in us … read more »
Spirituality and Charity, Raumati - Kapiti Coast, NZ
The power of satsa g and charity sustains the world.Spiritual people create centers for harmony and planetary well-being, while others focus on personal life. Without spiritual development, the world cannot survive. A story illustrates this: The sage Viśvāmitra, desiring the title Brahma Ṛṣi, plotted against … read more »
Protection of our planet and sustainability in daily life, Wellington, NZ
Our planet and all life suffer due to human disrespect, greed, and mental pollution, from which prayer and inner change offer freedom.Mother Earth suffers because humans, one creature among millions, act with limitless greed and violence, forgetting their role as protectors. Human-made development is a distraction from God's perfect world. Physical pollution stems from a polluted mind, … read more »
The six Inner Treasures of Yoga (2/2), Wellington, NZ
Whole nature is maintaining its peace.By nature we are also a symbol of peace,mercy,kindness,love and light. We humans should live in harmony with the nature. Yoga is the science of harmony of body, mind and soul. We are deeply connected with … 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
Yoga in Daily Life Center Kapiti (New Zealand), welcomes Swamiji with a beautiful programme.Welcoming ceremonies round the world are still existing where ancient cultures are alive. People of the past has more taken care of the nature Modern people are destroing and we do not believe anymore. If we … 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
Yoga is the tool to help us balancing the outer world with the inner world, to find peace in this troublesome world.Swamiji explains us the four paths of Yoga: Karma Yoga, Bhakti Yoga,Raja Yoga and Gyana Yoga. To proceed on the spiritual path and to come to our goal - to Atma Gyana - the Selfrealisation - … read more »