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To complete a chapter we have to dedicate one life
A spiritual discourse on Svādhyāya (self-study) and the journey of consciousness."Our whole life, till the end or till today, is that capital chapter engraved on the level of consciousness." "Through the fire of yoga, all the seeds of karma can be burned, roasted." The speaker explores … read more »
The story about Eklavya and Dronacharya
A discourse on the nature of Sanātana Dharma and the guru-disciple relationship."Sanātana Dharma is known as a living dharma. Living means alive." "Guru does not mean only what we call a spiritual master. We all know 'gu' means darkness and 'ru' means light: the darkness of ignorance … read more »
We have to go through the five koshas
A spiritual discourse on the five sheaths (Pañcakośas) of Vedānta philosophy and their relationship to the self."Life is very mysterious. We are not aware of our own life. When we don't know about our own life, how should we know about others' lives?" "These are the five Kośas... layers over the Ātmā, … read more »
How should we face complications
Satsang with Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda, Strilky, Czech Republic.
To keep yourself clean means to have selfrespect
A spiritual discourse on the inner science of kuṇḍalinī, cakras, and the disciplined preparation required for spiritual knowledge."This knowledge, which we receive in the last days, is like precious diamonds, and it is important to know how to deal with it." "Right knowledge doesn't come by just sitting and waiting. It needs a … read more »
The day I met Holy Guruji
A spiritual discourse reflecting on divine descent, the guru-disciple relationship, and personal history."Every soul, when descending from the astral world to this mortal world, must be chosen by some higher hierarchies... You are not elected. You are selected, so such a divine great master comes to this world." … read more »
You have everything, what are you searching for
A satsang commemorating fifty years of discipleship and reflecting on the guru-disciple relationship."I saw Gurujī for the first time in 1963... Today marks fifty years that I have tried to understand what yoga is." "Gurujī was a master of a traditional kind, very strict, very disciplined... Whoever came … read more »
What you give with love is worth more than any money
A spiritual discourse on the nature of kuṇḍalinī energy, divine blessings, and cosmic principles, illustrated with stories and teachings."Everything is round. The universe is round. Earth is round. Everything is round." "When you give the tilak, it means a blessing. It's not like some religious thing. It is to change our future." The speaker … read more »
You have to find the way
A spiritual discourse exploring the inner landscape of consciousness and the pivotal role of the Ājñā Chakra."We begin again with our chakras... when we go in, then it is a big forest—untouched nature, undiscovered nature." "Ājñā Chakra, where we put the tilak, that is Anupāda... If we concentrate and create a knowledge … read more »
Concentrate all your energy on your aim
A spiritual discourse on transforming the modern age through family, education, and spiritual practice."Only our new generation can bring this about. But the new generation depends on you. Children are the culture of tomorrow; children are the future." "Religion does not need us; we need religion. Without religion, humans … read more »
Sadhana is a spiritual tonic
Satsang with Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda from Strilky, Czech Republic.Sadhana means regular and disciplined practicing. Practice gives experience. Realization is not possible just by reading. We are disciples.
Chakra Meditation
Meditation with Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Sri Swami Maheshwarananda.
Regain Self- Confidence
An evening satsang on love, health, and spiritual confidence."When two eyes and your two eyes—eyes to eyes—when one meets loving friends, that is four meeting." "Where there is love, where there is respect, where there is welcoming, then when four meet together, sixty-four blessings … read more »
Higher Consciousness
A spiritual discourse on humility, self-realization, and cultural integration."Laguta se prabhuta mele—the more humble you are, the more you attain a divine position." "He is renouncing everything, but things do not renounce him. That is in his kismat." Swami Vishwaguruji addresses a gathering, weaving … read more »
Turn Kaliyuga into Satyayuga
A spiritual discourse on dharma, yoga, and conscious living."Life is not a question of what we do, what we have, what we acquire, but a state of completion, a state of contentment." "The presence of dharma on this earth has brought duality and fighting: … read more »
Chinta and Chintan
Morning Satsang by Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda.Chinta is the worries about worldly problems; it is like a black hole. Chintan means thinking. Chintan on the atma can remove the chinta. If we put our problems into the hands of Gurudev our situation … read more »
Effects of Practising Mantra
Satsang with Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda.Chanting is resonating in our body, mind and consciousness. Disciplined, concentrated chanting of the mantra definitely will give us development in the spirituality. In the heart should be mercy for all creations. We will never understand … read more »
Satyam Shivam Sundaram
Morning Satsang with Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda.Meditation on the heart centre leads us to self-realisation. Brahmagyana (knowledge of God) is the truth; this world is illusion. This all will end one day, but the truth – sat – will never die. Sometimes … read more »
Realisation of the Atma
A satsang discourse on Advaita Vedanta, self-realization, and modern spirituality."Ādi Guru Bhagavān Śa karācārya—one of the German philosophers studied his literature and said, 'Such a great thinker and writer till now have not been on this earth.'" "In this modern world, in this Kali Yuga … read more »
Inner purification
A morning satsang featuring a discourse by Swāmījī and a guest lecture by Professor Vašek on traditional knowledge, language, and inner purification."He who does not have knowledge of his own self... Only he heard too much, a lot. He doesn't know the meaning of the śāstras... Like the spoon doesn't know the taste of soup." "So this … read more »
Keep the light
Evening Satsang with Swamiji from Strilky, Czech Republic.In order to remove negative qualities and cultivate positive ones, we should keep the light in our heart. Light gives us bright, positive thoughts. We can find the way in the shelter of Gurudev.
The light of the knowledge will melt the darkness of ignorance
Morning Satsang from Strilky on Sat Sanatan Dharma and Vedanta.Lecture given by Swamiji, and talks from Mahamandaleshwar Swami Vivekpuriji and Swami Gajanandaji. According to the Vedanta God is dwelling in every creature. This truth forms the basis of Sat Sanatana Dharma– realisation of our oneness … read more »
Remove ego, pride and greed
Evening Satsang with Swamiji from Strilky, Czech Republic.The divine life of Bhagwan Sri Deep Narayan Mahaprabhuji is written about in the book Lila Amrit, in which book our Gurudev, Holy Guruji shares with us some of His knowledge about Mahaprabhuji. We are the … read more »
The mystery of human life
A spiritual discourse on the perfection of human life, covering yoga, knowledge, and practical self-sufficiency."Among all creatures, human life ought to be the last incarnation. It is only one step towards Brahmajñāna." "The best education is that which we get in the lap of our parents. Ethical, moral, and spiritual … read more »
The inner journey
A spiritual discourse on Śiva, the guṇas, and the Guru principle."Śiva is known by two words: Sṛjan and Visarjan—creating and dissolving." "Guru is darkness, and Guru is the light. Where the G of guru is 'Gu,' it is all the guṇas... And the 'Ru' is the … read more »
Realize the value of practice
A discourse for yoga teachers on prāṇa, mind management, and Guru Bhakti."If you think that through meditation your citta-vṛtti will become calm, it is a wrong conception." "Never teach yoga because of the money. Because, Master, the Guru doesn't give the knowledge with money." Swami Maheshwarananda addresses … read more »
The way to Atma anubhuti
A spiritual discourse on the journey of the soul and the purpose of the senses."The soul is floating on the waves of time to the endless universe, sometimes to darkness and light, pain or pleasure, happiness or disappointment." "Ātmā Cintan means, generally they say, 'Who am I? I am not … read more »
By practising we can reach everything
Lecture by Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda from Prague, CZ.Swamiji explains the small secrets of practising; following His advice we can be successful. Never practise asanas with closed eyes. Be aware of all the joints and muscles, and also the subtle energies, when you do … read more »
The science of cooking
A satsang discourse on preserving spiritual wisdom and holistic health in the modern world."Knowledge has no end. This knowledge, which we call Kāmadhenu—that cow gives you everything you wish." "Your Yoga in Daily Life signifies the system that is constantly giving us that knowledge. We have no competition and … read more »
The meaning of sustainability
A spiritual discourse on the soul, harmony, and human destiny."Yoga is the science of the body, mind, consciousness, and soul. It balances, harmonizes, and unites." "Human life is the last milestone to reach that Brahmaloka. With little conflicts, you can lose this step, and if … read more »
Satsang from Strilky Ashram
Morning Satsang with Sri Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
Tratak and dharana
A satsang on the practice of Trāṭaka and the importance of disciplined guidance."Trāṭaka means gazing on one point. And with that point, you are also directing your attention to that point." "A Master means to lead us from darkness to light. Tamaso mā jyotir gamaya. That means the … read more »
Tapasya leads to purity
A discourse on the essential spiritual disciplines of tapasyā, vairāgya, and tyāga."Tapasyā is a well-known word; it leads a person to purity. Just as we put gold or any metal into fire to purify it, tapasyā is like that fire." "If the rules are so strict to … read more »
We have to protect ourselves
A spiritual discourse on building a righteous and self-sufficient life."Everyone would like to have more members on their side, and this is very visible in the whole world. The divine śakti... gives us freedom, fearlessness, and the ability to do good." "If you cannot cook, … read more »
Webcast from Strilky Ashram
Evening Satsang with Sri Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
Endure the challenges of life
A satsang story about marital harmony, spiritual tests, and faith."Fortunate indeed are those who experience a harmonious family life. When a couple shares perfect harmony, understanding, and love, that is the happiest family." "The best way to handle someone's aggression is not to swallow it... … read more »
Our jivatma should be always happy
A spiritual discourse on the sacred human body and consciousness, given on the occasion of Śrī Kṛṣṇa's Incarnation Day."Bhagavān means pure consciousness. Bhagavān means He who always protects His bhaktas. But Bhagavān does not like those bhaktas who create dualities." "Our body is the temple of the spirit. The jīvātmā residing inside feeds only … read more »
Hatha Yoga Techniques
A detailed lecture on the theory and practice of Haṭha Yoga."Haṭha Yoga means bringing these two great forces—sympathetic and parasympathetic, Iḍā and Pi galā—into balance so they work together, not against each other." "Through Haṭha Yoga techniques, our physical body finds its own nature... We need … read more »
Webcast from Strilky Ashram
Evening Satsang on the occasion of Sri Krishna Janmashthami Celebration with Sri Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
When troubles come, God Incarnates
A spiritual discourse celebrating Krishna Janmashtami, the day of Lord Krishna's incarnation."The Bhagavad Gītā contains the very proper teachings and message of Śrī Kṛṣṇa." "Whenever dharma is suffering, and adharma comes, that time, O Arjuna, I manifest myself, I come through my yoga māyā." The speaker delivers … read more »
Tyāga and Vairāgya: The Path of Discernment and Renunciation
A satsang discourse on the spiritual concepts of discernment (viveka) and renunciation (tyāga and vairāgya)."The principle of the mind is the moon. And the moon is always decreasing or increasing. Every day is different. Similarly, our mind is different every minute, every second, every day, every month, every year. So … read more »
Mantra is the key, meditation is the door
A spiritual discourse on meditation, mantra, and the path to liberation."Meditation is the key. The mantra is the key, meditation is the door." "Vairāgya nahī̃ ho vairī binā satsa g. O my dear, you cannot realize the vairāgya without satsa g." The lecturer delivers a teaching, … read more »
Dont get caught by the maya
A spiritual discourse on maintaining spiritual practice and the necessity of divine grace."Finally, you lose your motivation, interest, or love for the satsa g. That is a clear signal you have lost everything." "That root is Guru Kṛpā (Guru's Grace). Then we can be saved." A spiritual teacher … read more »
When sataguru comes to our door
A satsang exploring the devotional bhajan "Kali Kali Āraṣavatahe Hari" and the nature of spiritual joy."If love is pure and selfless, it is limitless. If there is selfishness, then it is limited." "Your one word expresses the entire universe... That is called Gagar me Sāgara in India." Swami Maheshvarananda explains the … read more »
Bhakti Yoga
Evening Satsang with Sri Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
Webcast from Strilky Ashram
Pranayama Lecture.
Reduce your needs
An evening satsang discourse on the essence and power of mantra."A mantra is like a seed. When we put a seed in the ground, it grows into a plant or a tree. The mantra is that seed." "Holy Gurujī always used to say... 'Man' means mind. … read more »
The great saints Anushuya and Dattatreya
Morning Satsang with Sri Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
Life is not a destination
Evening Satsang with Sri Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda from Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
Stretch and strengthen
A yoga instruction session on balancing physical strengthening and stretching within holistic practice."When muscles are tense and short, the prāṇa cannot flow freely." "In our Yoga in Daily Life system, the first part has a very good preparatory āsana." The teacher, addressing a group, explains the physiological and … read more »