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Christmas Satsang with Swamiji, Vienna, Austria
The Ātmā is immortal and eternal, but the body made of five elements will pass away.In this Kali Yuga, true spiritual masters are becoming rare, as materialism influences all religions. A genuine master has renounced selfishness and possesses equal vision and a simple life. Humility brings one closer to others, while … read more »
Swamijis public lecture in Salzburg, Austria
Swamijis lecture in Salzburg, Austria.
Swamijis public lecture in Linz, Austria
Ancient wisdom offers a path to health and divine union for the modern world.Yoga is an ancient science for body, mind, and soul, aiming for union with divine consciousness. It begins with deep relaxation, followed by physical postures practiced with conscious breath and full concentration. This systematic practice develops … read more »
Swamijis public lecture in St. Poelten, Austria
Yoga is a balance leading to a harmonious life, a unity of body, mind, and soul.Modern life is attached to materialism, losing the direction of love. True love begins with loving oneself, which is not ego but understanding one's purpose. The system of Yoga in Daily Life is systematic and comprehensive. … read more »
Book presentation
Yoga is a practical system for health and self-help, accessible in daily life.I began over twenty-five years ago, seeking movement, relaxation, and meaning. Authentic teaching came through a system called Yoga in Daily Life, which integrates philosophy and practice for the West. My professional background in physiotherapy allowed … read more »
Public lecture from Langenzersdorf, Austria
Public yoga lecture and exercises led by Swamiji from Langenzersdorf in Austria.
Swamijis Diwali message
Life is a festival of happiness determined by our own perception.Being present in this hall of past meditation is a rare fortune born of good karma, overcoming life's many obstacles. Today is doubly auspicious, marking both Diwali and a sacred incarnation day from an ancient lineage. … read more »
Prayer for world peace on world peace day in Vienna
Prayer for world peace on 21st of September 2010 in Vienna.
Swamijis public lecture in Krems, Austria, 15th of September
A project in Rajasthan demonstrates humanitarian work through education, healthcare, and environmental sustainability.The initiative includes a school supporting hundreds of children with holistic education and a hospital in a remote area. A rainwater harvesting system transforms arid land, creating a reservoir for the community. The work is guided … read more »
Yoga in Daily Life Workshop in Villach on 13th of June
A peaceful night and the daily routine are opportunities for spiritual awareness and unity with the divine.Deep sleep is a state of unity beyond all worldly identities. Before sleep, offer the day's actions to God, seeking forgiveness and protection. Upon awakening, express gratitude for this protection during the state of ignorance. Greet … read more »
Yoga in Daily Life Workshop in Villach on 12th of June (1/2)
Swamijis lecture from the Yoga Workshop in Villach, Austria on 12th June 2010.
Yoga in Daily Life Workshop in Villach on 12th of June (1/1)
Meditation requires a foundation free from fear, anger, jealousy, selfishness, and dissatisfaction; it also demands faith and a clear goal.Inner peace arises from selfless action and helping others, which dispels fear and creates happiness for all involved. Judging others, especially those in need, blocks the natural flow of compassion and prosperity, which is like the … read more »
Public lecture from Klagenfurt
Swamijis lecture on the subject - Inner peace through meditation.Recorded on 12th June, 2010 in Klagenfurt, Austria.
Swamijis Satsang from Hamburg, Germany
The body is impermanent and full of impurities, but the soul within is eternally pure and radiant.Physical or mental limitations do not affect the soul's true nature. Illness is a form of discipline to be accepted with awareness, not a cause for complaint. The essence of spiritual life is devotion and divine … read more »
Agya Chakra in the theory and practice (2/2)
The Ājñā Cakra is the command center of consciousness and perception.Its seat is at the back of the head, with its reflection felt between the eyebrows. This center balances masculine and feminine principles within, symbolized by its two petals representing Śiva and Śakti. Applying a sandalwood … read more »
Ajna Chakra in the theory and practice (1/2)
The Ājñā Cakra is the seat of discernment and the inner master.One must read the essential book thoroughly to gain clarity, for the mind is lost and extroverted. The Ājñā Cakra is where the divine command resides, the meeting point of consciousness and nature. The true master … read more »
Public lecture from Hamburg on Chakras and Kundalini
The Ājñā Cakra is the door of command between human and divine consciousness.Understanding the Self is the goal of life. The individual soul is a bundle of karma, carrying cycles of happiness and unhappiness. The Ātmā, or universal Self, is one and identical with God. Advaita Vedānta teaches … read more »
Planting of peace tree in Vienna
A tree symbolizes our return to living in harmony with nature.We have become separate from the natural world. Seeing people embrace natural ways is heartening. Planting a tree is like giving birth to a child; it stays with you always. May this tree stand as a … read more »
Kraft der Meditation, Theorie und Praxis
Meditation is the path to self-realization.Yoga is an ancient science of body, mind, and consciousness. The mortal body contains the immortal soul, which accumulates karma through actions. Beyond the individual soul is the Ātma, the universal Self. Ātma is eternal, unborn, … read more »
Yoga Nidra: The Yogi's Conscious Sleep
Yoga Nidra is a state of conscious sleep, a deep relaxation with full awareness.Prepare by finding a comfortable position to remain motionless. Begin by forming a Śa kalpa, a positive resolve for yourself and others, repeating it three times. Relax the body completely through a detailed scan from the … read more »
The Center of Health: Yoga in Daily Life
Health is central, and modern life challenges it.Yoga in Daily Life is a systematic practice for awakening inner forces. Physical exercises, or āsanas, are not gymnastics but a conscious realization of one's entire existence—feelings, breath, and state—to find a center of self-confidence. Every … read more »
The Perfection of the Source and the Purification of the Throat
The perfection of the divine source and the purification of the throat chakra are our themes.The mantra teaches that the Supreme is perfect, and what emanates from it remains perfect. We are that perfect essence. Creation is the one becoming many, yet nothing is diminished. The Viśuddhi chakra relates to this … read more »
The Rarity of Satsang and the Nature of the Guru
Satsang is the rare human gateway to liberation, a state even celestial beings long for.Among countless life forms, the human birth alone holds this potential. There is one religion: humanity, and one God, defined by divine qualities that admit no compromise. Beings known as Devas reach higher planes through merit … read more »
The Importance of the Anāmaya Kośa
The body, the food sheath, is our primary concern.Without a healthy body, nothing is present. Health allows energy to flow, elevating consciousness toward cosmic consciousness, termed Nirvāṇa. Yet, even after this realization, one returns to work. The body is a vehicle; health is attained, … read more »
Vishuddhi Chakra, Hamburg, DE (1/4)
The soul journeys through five sheaths towards its origin.The first sheath is the physical body, composed of food. Grain is sacred and life. The soul travels through the elements—fire, air, and water—before entering matter, such as a seed, to take birth. The second sheath … read more »
Swamiji plants a peace tree in Linz, Austria
A city's declaration of peace and a community's symbolic act converge.Vienna was declared a city of peace, obligating its council to uphold this principle in local politics. Separately, a yoga community plants a tree as a symbol of peace's gift and challenge. A Catholic priest blesses … read more »
Public lecture in Munich, Germany
Replay of public lecture by Swamiji in Munich, Germany on 14th May 2009.
Verstehen, Verzeihen, Freiheit geben
The supreme Self is reality; the world is unreality.All beings arise from the five elements. The divine essence dwells within the body as breath. The individual self is part of God; there is no difference. Duality persists only while the body exists. After the … read more »
The Universal Embrace of Yoga and Spirituality
Yoga is a universal science for harmony of body, mind, and soul, extending beyond personal health to encompass all living beings and the planet.The ancient Vedic principle yathā brahmāṇḍe tathā piṇḍe teaches that the macrocosm and microcosm are interconnected; what affects the individual affects the whole universe, and cosmic events affect us. Therefore, spiritual practice must consider the collective, … read more »
The Soul and Karma
The soul and karma are inseparable.Karma is all action—thinking, speaking, doing. Every cause has an effect, and every action returns to the doer. The entire universe is activity, or Kriyā. The soul, or Jīvātmā, is the individual living force born from … read more »
The Influence of Karma on the Soul
The effect of karma on the soul is explained through the knowledge of a Trikāladarśī Master, who sees past, present, and future.A realized being transcends the three worlds. A story illustrates this: a cobra approached Mahāprabhujī. He blessed it with mantras and water, liberating its soul. Mahāprabhujī explained the soul was a former devotee who spoke ill … read more »
Influence of karmas on the soul (4/5)
Yoga is the universal path for human health, happiness, and spiritual realization.It is the most ancient practice, predating all religions. Yoga's techniques—such as prayer, meditation, and universal love—form the foundation for a positive life and are found within all faiths. The goal is self-realization, merging individual consciousness … read more »
The Influence of Karma and the Soul: Nurturing Life Through Love and Tradition
Our actions shape karma and affect the soul, which is the same in all living beings.We can help souls through love and tradition. A child finds happiness in parental presence, not possessions. Animals respond to gentle care with joy. Betraying trust by harming a being after showing love collapses this bond … read more »
The Power of Prayer and Ceremony: Helping Souls on Their Journey
Our actions shape karma and affect the soul, which is the same in all living beings.We can help souls through love and tradition. A child's happiness comes from parental presence, not possessions. Animals also respond to genuine affection. Betraying that trust, such as loving an animal then harming it, creates severe … read more »
The Effect of Karma on the Soul
The effect of karma on the soul is explained through the knowledge of a Trikāladarśī Master, who sees past, present, and future.A soul's deeds determine its journey. A story tells of a cobra that approached a Master. The Master revealed the cobra's soul was a former devotee who spoke ill of his guru, resulting in rebirth as … read more »
Influence of karmas on the soul
The soul and karma are fundamentally intertwined.Karma is action, encompassing all doing, thinking, and speaking. Every action has a cause and creates an effect, which returns as a reaction to the actor. This cycle accounts for all steps, thoughts, and deeds. The … read more »
The Universal Embrace of Yoga and Spirituality
Yoga is a universal science for harmony of body, mind, and soul, extending its principles to all living beings and the planet.The individual body and the universe are interconnected; what affects one affects the whole. Therefore, spiritual practice must consider the collective, not just the self. True spirituality combines personal discipline (Sādhana) with selfless service (Sevā). It … read more »
The Right Path: On Teachers, Techniques, and Steady Practice
The right teacher and correct technique are essential for safe spiritual practice.Many become teachers after brief seminars, creating personal fantasies that harm students' psyches and health. This leads to depression and accidents. Proper guidance prevents this. Steady, gradual practice is crucial, like learning to drive: start in … read more »
Nothing is too late
Life's purpose is fulfilled through its completion.Different mantras influence all life, learned through language, especially your mother tongue, which can become a language of love. Nothing is too late; begin from where you are. Doing one thing properly masters everything, while trying … read more »
Bhajan ĂĽber Satsang und Kushan
Every deed and thought is accounted for, returning to the individual according to its quality.Good and bad karmas both bind, though good brings positive effects. A liberated being still performs actions through the body, which functions continuously like a table gathering dust. Negative thoughts or speech about others draw their … read more »
Be healthy with "Yoga in Daily Life"
Self-knowledge begins with knowing the body.This practice is for daily life, not occasional exercise. The higher aim is Self-realization, but we must first realize the body, as daily complications show we do not understand it. Haṭha Yoga is great and can … read more »