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Weekend Seminar in Umag, Croatia (1/4)
Evening lecture by Swamiji from the YIDL weekend seminar in the coastal turist resort of Umag in Croatia on 3rd of october 2008.
If we can we should give
A spiritual discourse on the virtue of selfless giving and correcting one's mistakes."Your hand should always be raised to give to someone. Do not put your hand down to take from others." "Give, give, give. Give love, give understanding, give forgiveness... You are born as a human for … read more »
Love is life
Satsang from Vep, Hungary
Sadhana maintains inner harmony
Satsang from Novo Mesto, Slovenija in March 2007.
Yoga gives Hapiness to Body, Mind and Soul
Satsang from Vep, Hungary in December 2004.
32nd anniversary
A commemorative address marking the anniversary of an eternal light in an ashram."Today marks exactly thirty-two years. Today, the 10th of July, is precisely thirty-two years—a very beautiful, a very significant anniversary." "For thirty-two years, constantly, the divine light has been burning on the altar in the Viennese … read more »
Fulfillment of all desires in your mind
A discourse on the meaning and power of mantra."Holy Gurujī said: 'Mantra' means man and tra. 'Man' means mind, and 'tra' means trāpti (fulfillment). A mantra is the fulfillment of all desires in your mind." "'Tra' also means liberation. It means to liberate your … read more »
Seva Bhava and Prema Bhava
A spiritual discourse on the divine states of selfless service and unconditional love."Love radiates; love you cannot hide. Love you cannot conceal because love radiates like the kasturi, the patchouli, or the musk." "When the sevā-bhāva and premā-bhāva are together, oh my God, sometimes physically you are totally … read more »
You need a blessing
A spiritual talk on the importance of blessings and family harmony."Anything I did, I always asked Holy Gurujī, and sometimes I was angry. I was angry because Holy Gurujī always said, 'You know what to do, you know.'" "All young children, you should know, there is … read more »
Ajapa japa
A spiritual discourse on the power and practice of the Guru Mantra."The roots of the mantra, its essence, its core and source, follow the guruvākya." "When you come to Ajapā, the fifth level of the mantra—spontaneous, where no lips or tongue are moving—it is a japa." The … read more »
Narmadeshvar
A spiritual instruction on the daily use of Amṛt (nectar) and the worship of a sacred Śiva Li gam."You may take Amṛt every day, or every Monday and Thursday. You could also take a break for a month after a year and then resume." "Place one on your altar... perform an abhiṣeka on the … read more »
Mamata
A spiritual discourse on overcoming mental attachments through mantra practice."Your mind cannot die until your mamta is not killed. Mamta means 'my, my, my'—mamatva." "Therefore, in yoga, in the science of mantras, after long experiments and research work, they decided to have a mālā. So … read more »
Science of the Mantra
A discourse on the power and principles of mantras within an oral tradition."There are mantras for different purposes. There is even a mantra for when a snake bites." "This science or wisdom is transmitted only from person to person. It is not written down anywhere." The speaker explains … read more »
Traslation of Mira Bai's bhajan
A devotional talk referencing the poet-saint Mirabai and her heartfelt bhajans."She says to God, 'Bājhanī od danosti, bhakti, lásky, Tum bīne rājo na jāy.'" "Without you, I can't survive, I can't live. Oh beloved one, come to me." The speaker begins with repeated invocations of "Mahāprabhujī" … read more »
This life is very short
A spiritual discourse on relationships, life's impermanence, and the power of mantra."If day by day your love grows for your partner, there is no question of divorce, no question of unhappiness." "Mantra is a very powerful weapon which you possess and with which you can fight against … read more »
Nada Yoga
A spiritual teaching on the bīja mantra and subtle anatomy of the Maṇipūra chakra."The bīja mantra of the Maṇipūra Chakra is 'Raṃ.'" "If during speaking, singing, or mantra you concentrate on the sound originating from the navel, you will experience many beautiful things." A teacher instructs a group during … read more »
What is the reality?
A spiritual discourse on present-moment awareness, destiny, and the nature of reality."Do not waste your time knowing the past; the past is past." "The future is not here, but your future will be like your presence now." The speaker explores the teachings of Mahāprabhujī, emphasizing that the … read more »
Give up your attachment
A spiritual discourse on the search for meaning and the necessity of a true Guru."O my mind, give up your disattachment, give up your wrong imagination. From this saṃsāra, come with me. I will teach you and I will show you the ātmā. Know thyself." "The root of liberation is … read more »
RAM mantra
A spiritual discourse on the power of the divine name."Rām, Rām, Rām. Rām, Rām, Rām. Rām, Rām, Rām." "Rām, Rām, Rām. Rām, Rām, Rām. Rām, Rām, Rām." The video consists of a continuous, rhythmic chanting of the name "Rām," repeated as a mantra. There is … read more »
SRI DEEP NIRANJAN SABA DUKHA BHANJAN mantra
A spiritual discourse on the power of mantra and devotion."Graha gochar kā pāp nahīṁ lage, graha gochar kā tāp nahīṁ lage... all this runs away from you. You don't need any extra pūjā; you don't need anything extra more. Everything is in this one mantra." … read more »
Anahat Chakra
Public lecture about Anahat chakra in Zagreb Croatia in April 2007.
Traveling with Swamiji (5/5)
Indian temples and ashrams.
Traveling with Swamiji (4/5)
Getting ready for Kumbha mela 2007 in Illahabad.The greatest spiritual festival.
Practice faithfully
Satsang, Vep, Hungary, February 2005.
Different categories of chakras
Satsang about chakras from Umag, Croatia in September 2004.
Traveling with Swamiji (3/5)
On a visit to some very special horses in India.
Traveling with Swamiji (2/5)
Swamiji visits Croatia for 6 days in May 2006.
Traveling with Swamiji (1/5)
Second International conference of ancient traditions and cultures.Organized by Indian government and with participants from 40 countries.
You are Infinite, Pula
Public Lecture, Pula, Croatia, 2004
Seva Dharma is greatest Dharma
A spiritual discourse on the role and responsibility of a Yoga in Daily Life teacher."Yoga in Daily Life is a golden opportunity for us to help people. It is pure wisdom, and through this Seva, you gain a great deal of good karma." "You are listening, and you are speaking, … read more »
Master and Disciple Tradition
A discourse on the master-disciple relationship and the transmission of spiritual tradition."The master is the one who gives us the knowledge of how to lead life." "The relation of the disciple with the master is from many, many lives. They incarnate together on this planet and go … read more »
You should have a Satsang in every Center
A discourse on the importance of satsang and contemplative reflection."You must think over it deeply. Consider this: when you are walking in the street and, without any reason, someone tells you that you are stupid, you will think about it the entire day." "Similarly, you … read more »
Anahat Chakra
A spiritual discourse on the nature of the heart center and the path to self-realization."The Anāhata Chakra is an endless ocean, and this ocean has waves." "Between ātmā and paramātmā there is no difference. When you meditate, you can feel yourself as waves, and these waves merge into the ocean … read more »
In Anahat Chakra wishes come true
A spiritual discourse on the power of the Anāhata (heart) chakra and the wisdom required in making wishes."When you awaken your Anāhata Chakra, then whatever you wish comes true." "This human life is that Kalpavṛkṣa, that tree under which you can fulfill all your wishes. But you have to be careful what you … read more »
Enter into Atam Gyana
A spiritual discourse on entering the state of self-knowledge (Ātmā Jñāna)."Lead life as it is, but never make negative thoughts. All living beings are myself, and myself is the supreme one." "Enter into Ātmā Jñāna through love. Without that love, you cannot enter into Ātmā Jñāna." … read more »
Where there is richness there is no more spirituality
A spiritual discourse on the paradox of suffering and devotion, framed by a story from the Mahābhārata."I throw the big rock on that happiness which keeps me away, or lets the name of God disappear from the heart." "And I adore, I surrender to those problems which remind me every second of … read more »
Kapilmuni, who is known as an incarnation of Lord Visnu. Everyone is a child of some Rishi.
A discourse on the sage Kapil Muni and ancient spiritual discipline."In modern language, that word 'tapasyā' is used as 'research.'" "Kapil Muni brought one of the philosophies, the sixth philosophy we have in India, called Sā khya philosophy." The speaker narrates the life and significance of … read more »
The wonderful tree "Neem Narayan"
A satsang lecture on the medicinal and practical uses of the neem tree."To sit in the daytime under the neem tree is a kind of healing process." "It improves the immune system in the body. And it is the biggest prevention against diabetes." Swami Anand Arun explains the … read more »
Reading books alone doesn't make you wise
A spiritual discourse on the futility of external rituals without inner transformation."By reading books, centuries past, no one became a great wise man. For those who read the two and a half letters of love, they became wise." "You may struggle through the whole world and complete … read more »
Your gratest enemy and stupidity is when you are offended. You can't digest the truth.
A spiritual discourse on the power of self-awareness and overcoming negative tendencies."Whenever any negative tendencies awaken in your consciousness, you should neutralize them with the thought of being a very pure, divine human being." "As long as you are the slave of your senses, there cannot be … read more »
Why we can't get self realisation?
A spiritual discourse on the primary obstacle to Self-realization."Why can't we attain Self-realization? The obstacle lies within us. Ultimately, you are your own greatest obstacle." "If you had stayed in one place with one master, today you would have come to me as a … read more »
The Kumbha Mela
A reflection on the universal spiritual significance and organization of the Kumbha Mela pilgrimage."This event is not only for humans but for the entire planet. It is not only for Hindus but for all humanity." "You will realize there how much austerity people practice, their tapasyā... In two to … read more »
We have to maintain our wellbeing ourselves
A spiritual talk offering practical advice for personal well-being."Whenever you feel exhausted, whenever you feel full of stress, anxiety, tiredness, or any problems, you should meditate. Concentrate on the breath." "Everything is full of energy. And this energy is from you." The speaker provides … read more »
How to practice, what to eat, how to live for your health?
A detailed dietary and lifestyle regimen for managing high blood pressure and overall health."Fast once or twice a week. Follow a diet consisting only of vegetables and fruits—this is a phalāhāra." "An Ayurvedic principle states you should eat all six tastes in a day, consuming sweet first, not last." … read more »
Intellect and wisdom
A spiritual teacher offers practical health advice and philosophical insights."The difference between wisdom and intellect is like that between a freezer and what is inside the freezer." "For those who experience constant fear, panic attacks, distress, or an imbalance in the brain: more vitamin C. … read more »
The king also have to follow the law
A spiritual discourse introducing the epic Rāmāyaṇa and the concept of divine justice."All you know about the Holy Rāmāyaṇa—and if you do not know, you should read it. It is full of love, compassion, understanding, wisdom." "Dharma will daṇḍa you; dharma will punish you. Dharma and adharma—if you … read more »
Be careful, several things can mislead you
A spiritual discourse on the destructive nature of the mind and the influence of Kali Yuga."We know the situations it has placed us in many times, and we know the situation we are in now because of the mind." "As long as you are a friend with greediness, selfishness, ego, desires, … read more »
Repetition is necessary in order to prevent forgetting
A spiritual discourse on the necessity of constant remembrance and self-purification."Repetition is circulation. That is life. If circulation stops, life stops. This must be reminded again and again." "Manas can be our best friend, and manas can be our worst enemy. Life, as it presents itself, … read more »
Dharma sometimes makes the master and disciple live and work in a physical distance
A spiritual discourse on discipleship and the principles of divine work."Holy Gurujī said to me, 'I need you for my seva more than anybody. But for the sake of millions of other bhaktas and for your own development, I send you away. The farther you are, … read more »
The last words of Holy Guruji
A recounting of a spiritual teacher's final teaching, focusing on fearlessness and the nature of a Guru."The one who takes blessings from the Gurū becomes a Gurū; who realizes he is a Gurū, he himself becomes a Gurū." "Utilize the time now; so what will happen will happen... Unnecessarily you are suffering; … read more »