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Monday is the day of Bhagwan Shiva
A spiritual discourse on the significance of Monday and the discipline of fasting."We worship Śiva on Monday. We call it Somavāra. When Monday coincides with the new moon after Pūrṇimā, it is considered a very auspicious constellation for the coming new year, heralding better times." "Your economy will … read more »
A Guide to Yogic Living: Diet, Practice, and Tradition
A spiritual talk offering guidance on yogic living, diet, and tradition."We shall avoid a lot of corn, wheat, etc. Take everything—take all your oil, not one liter, but half a spoon, one or two spoons, that's all." "Yoga is within our body. We have within us, … read more »
The Sanctity of the Guru and the Guru Paramparā
A discourse on the sanctity of the spiritual teacher and the guru lineage."All gurus are our paramparā. All gurus around the whole globe—wherever there are spiritual, real, and good gurus." "You cannot take away your guru and go to another guru. Then you break the tradition... it is … read more »
Guru and disciple in Kaliyuga
Our present time is called Kali Yuga.It is a time of great suffering due to collective negative Karma. We are Kali Yuga disciples with Kali Yuga Karmas and qualities. What does that mean for the relationship Guru-disciple? Swami Gajanandji explains this special … read more »
The Way Of Karma Yoga
An evening satsang on the philosophy and practice of Karma Yoga, illustrated with personal stories from life in the ashram."We cannot meditate for eight hours, but we can work for eight hours. And therefore, Karma Yoga is our primary spiritual path." "Karma Yoga brings us three wonderful achievements of spirituality at once: self-knowledge, purification, and … read more »
Yagya, the sacred fire
A lecture on the Vedic ritual of Yajña, exploring its external forms and internal symbolism."Yajña is an eternal fiery ritual intertwined with mantras... The entire world is sustained by sacrifice." "Agni is explained as the inner light, an inner fire, the principle of light in nature and in our soul. … read more »
Is Yoga a religion?
A satsang exploring the universal essence of spiritual paths beyond religious differences."The kingdom of God knows no distinction of caste, race, or religion. To me, you are one of God’s children." "Yoga is not a religion. Yoga is also not part of any religion. But yoga is … read more »
Mana Saba Khoyo Re - Bhajan
A satsang discourse analyzing a spiritual bhajan about the perils of negative company (kusanga)."Oh my mind, you have lost everything... what uplifts our spiritual energy is satsa g, and what brings it down is kusa g." "The promise you gave before the guru during your initiation now becomes invalid... … read more »
Omkar Mantra Ka Bhajan
OM is the divine name.OM is God. It is the light. It is the life. It is the beginning, the middle and the end. It is the trinity in one. Singing OM purifies the atmosphere. It illuminates your inner space. … read more »
The heritage of Vedas V
A lecture on the Atharvaveda and Vedic ritual objects."The Atharvaveda is thus called the collection of the knowledge of the Atharvans." "The sound of the conch removes negative energy, dispels ignorance, laziness, and ailments, and supports a long life." The speaker concludes a series … read more »
The heritage of Vedas IV
Lecture series from Strilky with Sadhvi Parvati The four Vedas
Om Vishwa Guru Deep Hindu Mandir in Czech Republic
A spiritual discourse on the duties of a teacher and the essence of inner realization."A sādhu is good in one place if he is spiritually developed. When the sun rises, light goes everywhere, but the sun doesn't move; it is the earth that is moving." "Titles have no meaning on … read more »
The health of the bones
A spiritual talk on the purification of the body and mind, focusing on holy water and natural self-care."You can give this, what we call, the holy water. Give this to all your friends and everybody this Christmas." "So bring the happiness... put a holy, a holy thought within us. 'Holy' means the clean … read more »
How to think of black magic
A satsang discourse debunking fear-based beliefs around black magic and ghosts through storytelling."People are very much frightened. They speak of ghosts and such things, and many claim they can take away the black magic which is supposedly on you." "If we believe in God, then believe in God. … read more »
How to sing Bhajan correctly
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.We need power. At first sing the leader of the bhajan and after the others. We should control everything. We should enjoy the bhajans. Mira drank the poison and begin to dance. We feel oneness during … read more »
How to become a Sanyas
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Our partner is God. There is only one door to the eternal and this is our practice. Mahaprabuji gave us the path of immortality. Animals are balancing our environment. Our life is becoming unnatural and unhealthy. … read more »
Meeting of the past and present
New Year Satsang with Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda, Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Golden thoughts about time from various speakers. The whole universe is constantly changing. Just remain in the present and take care of your steps.
Christmas satsang in Strilky
A Christmas satsang reflecting on the spiritual meaning of the holiday."The blessing is always the blessing; the blessing is immortal." "Satyam eva jayate—truth alone triumphs." The lecturer leads a spiritual gathering on Christmas Eve, contemplating divine presence and the removal of negative karma. He reflects on … read more »
I am Shiva
Satsang with Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda, Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Every culture has its own way to celebrate the New Year. Beyond time and space there is Atma, the one without second, as it is explained in the bhajan Shivo Ham.
Welcoming the new year
Meditation with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.There are a lot of chemicals and wood in paper. We are causing pollution by using this paper in order to wrap presents. It’s important to learn and follow the ethical rules. Prayer has a strong … read more »
Practice yoga like a cosmic dance
A keynote address on wellness through sattvic living and non-violence."Violence is against wellness, and wellness is not violence." "Sattvic quality makes the person very happy, healthy, and balanced." Swami Maheshwarananda delivers a talk at a conference, opening and closing with Sanskrit peace mantras. He defines … read more »
Yoga, chakras and mantra
Public Lecture with HH Vishwaguruji, Hotel Poprad, Poprad, Slovakia.There are three harmonizing principles between space and consciousness. We are not alone, there are millions of lives within us. Yoga means union, to come to ourselves. We can change many things positively using the healing … read more »
Understand your Atma
A spontaneous spiritual discourse on ancestry, karma, and yogic practice."Similarly, also the plants and the trees. They are in seed, and branches will go like that with one little seed, but we cut the branch and we put some other plant on it. That is … read more »
Evening Satsang from Martin
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Martin, Slovakia.
Blessing for Martin
A speech celebrating the opening of a new Yoga in Daily Life āśram."Today is so beautiful. You did everything, good work, very good work. Congratulations." "Yoga is a science of the human being. Yoga is very ancient, and it is given to humans to lead a healthy, happy, … read more »
Asana and Pranayama practice
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Martin, Slovakia.
What are we thinking about our being?
An evening satsang on the soul's journey and the science of yoga."Our soul, our self—when this soul... becomes conscious of the highest Self—somehow, either we become bored there and desire to come to some good situation to enjoy this world. Thus, the soul descends and ascends, up … read more »
Full Moon Satsang from Strilky
A spiritual discourse on the significance of the full moon, fasting, and observance."It is said that it is the moon through which sweetness comes into the vegetation—the fruits, the roots, and the blossoms." "When you make a sa kalpa, meaning a promise, you should go through with it … read more »
Oneness with All
A spiritual discourse on the nature of yoga, creation, and cosmic balance."All oceans are joined together, so we speak of one ocean. Yet within that ocean, there are immense, immense good things... Similarly is yoga." "Life is religion. Religion means relating; we are related." In a morning … read more »
Moon and Mind
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.In reality, there is no sunrise or sunset - only the Earth is moving. It is said that the Moon is balancing the Earth. There are many different constellations. The Moon has a strong effect on … read more »
Importance of going to Satsang
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Satsang leads us to Brahmaloka. We should give discipline and good education to our children. Utthan means continuous development, patan means destruction. The difference between them is only one word: Satsang.
Words express our devotion
A satsang on the occasion of a holy incarnation day."It is said the divine comes to this earth. This is how we show our respect." "Gurujī says: short and sweet. But we adore them, and that is why we give them glories." A speaker addresses … read more »
Together with Holy Guruji
Holy Guruji Jayanti (birthday) morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.When Holy Guruji and Vishwaguruji were together it was like one soul, one heart. Swami Umapuriji tells some of her memories about Holy Guruji. Vishwaguruji explains the importance of good quality food and practical examples of … read more »
What the natural environment gives us
A spiritual discourse on connecting with nature and the purpose of retreat."You are walking. You are looking at our trees." "Walk for about ten minutes or half an hour without your shoes... So that you can get a touch of the Mother Earth." A teacher addresses a … read more »
Practising Asanas
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Practising Asanas, led by Vishwaguruji. Including Trikonasana variations, Hasta Uttanasan and Bari Khatu Pranam.
Feelings between Guru and Disciple
A satsang reflecting on the glory of past saints and the nature of true devotion."Gurujī said, 'Do not write anything confidential on a letter.'" "If they ate all the butter... my cow is with me. The cow is still right here. Feed her with good feed, and milk... you can … read more »
Heaven and Hell
An evening satsang on the illusory nature of time and the urgency of spiritual practice."In reality, there is no time. Who created time? Animals do not count it. We humans made time." "Use it or lose it. This was my mantra, and so I was practicing. Till now, I am … read more »
How to Practice Anusthan
A discourse on the spiritual discipline of anuṣṭhāna during a retreat."You are only here for five days... So what can you think? That you will get mokṣa? That you will get vibrations?" "A proper anuṣṭhāna—I tried once, twice, three times, four times, but I was not … read more »
We need purification
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Vishwaguruji explains the bhajan Chaddarya Jhini Re Jhini of the saint Sri Kabirdas. We should purify ourselves. For that, we need to go through Tapasya - austerities. If we give milk to the snake it will … read more »
The importance of healthy food
Evening satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Whenever giving a lecture Vishwaguriji prays for guidance, protection and blessing of the Masters. If you do this before your sadhana, it will be very successful. There are many illnesses originating from how and what we … read more »
Do not kill
A satsang on Kriya Yoga, the nature of the self, and the unity of all life."Anything you do is a kriyā. While eating, when you are swallowing, it is a kriyā. When you speak, it is a kriyā." "Gurujī said, 'one in all and all in one.' That depends on you. … read more »
Foundations of Yoga in Daily Life
An evening satsang on integrating yoga into daily existence."Yoga in Daily Life is not only these two or three exercises; there is the flow of the nectar of the Ga gā." "Don't depend on anyone. Depend on thyself. And thyself means that which gives … read more »
Meditation from Strilky
Morning Satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Meditation. Be one with thyself. Collecting all of the memories about the week spent here.
Tratak and Tilak
A spiritual discourse on the practices of trāṭak (concentrated gazing) and wearing a tilak (forehead mark)."Trāṭak means we gaze on one object. You can look at a tree or a stone, at a star, at the moon, and at the very moment of sunrise—just for a few seconds we can gaze … read more »
Satsang from Strilky
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
The Awakening of Inner Powers: Yoga in Daily Life
A public lecture on yoga philosophy and practical techniques for daily life."Yoga is the science of humans. The science of the yoga Veda is about ourselves, about our inner being." "My Master Gurudev said, 'One in all and all in one.'" Swami Paramadvaiti addresses an audience in … read more »
We are the cause of Mahapralaya
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Siva's divine shakti always protect us with Maha mritju jaya mantra. If you have problems sing Prabu Deep Niranjan saba dukkha banyan mantra. Our dress should be proper and clean to express our respect for others … read more »
Negative thoughts can destroy everything
An evening satsang on Haṭha Yoga and the teachings of Ṛṣi Patañjali, set in a forest."The speciality of Ṛṣi Patañjali is 'Ahiṃsā paramodharma.' Ahiṃsā means non-violence. So the greatest dharma is respecting everyone; it is non-violence." "If you have good vṛttis, good thoughts, it does not matter even if you are … read more »
Fire is God
Morning satsang with Vishwaguruji from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Agnisar kriya is good for the fire center, for solar plexus. There are many different kinds of fire, not only fire of digestsion. Explanation about importance of fire, how to make a fire place with respect … read more »
Birds are feeling where their nest is
An evening satsang on Haṭha Yoga techniques, spiritual training, and the connection to one's roots."One might use one or two other techniques, but generally it is the same. You know, we have many people who do Śa khaprakṣālana." "Sooner or later, we will come to that place to sit. That … read more »