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Fighting within family -- from the Mahabharata
A spiritual discourse using stories from the Mahābhārata to illustrate the true nature of familial relationships and dharma."What is reality? You will only see that after death, not before. So do not hurry to see it; enjoy a long and healthy life." "Even God does not appear when the struggle over inheritance begins; … read more »
Dharma of the Master
A spiritual parable about a master facing a moral dilemma between two birds seeking refuge."I seek help from you. Please save my life." "Master, I come to you. Please, with great hope, save my life." A master in meditation is approached by two birds: a small bird fleeing a predator … read more »
What is the Carana?
A spiritual discourse on the auspicious invocation of the Guru's holy feet."Ma gala Caraṇa means the first step. Or Caraṇa means the Holy Lotus Feet." "Nothing is holiest and highest than the dust of the Gurudev's lotus feet, if you realize you are the Gurū." The lecturer … read more »
What can we do for our passed away loved ones?
A spiritual guidance video on prayers for the departed."When someone leaves this world, which prayer is appropriate for his or her soul? What is good to think and to say in such a moment?" "The Mahāmṛtyuñjaya Mantra. Pray to God for forgiveness of their … read more »
Question of our age: the water
A spiritual discourse on environmental destruction and the age of distraction."When the asurī śakti comes into power, then distraction begins: wars, earthquakes, floods, droughts." "When the last tree will be chopped off and the last fish will die, you will realize that you can't eat the … read more »
You can not reach the Atma without the body
A spiritual discourse on the significance of Lord Gaṇeśa and sacred symbols."Gaṇeśa is the God of Ānanda Ma galam. He is the God who removes obstacles." "Those whose heart is pure will cause śabda melā, they will find the answer in the words. And whose heart is … read more »
Krishna, the Karma Yogi
A discourse on the supremacy and mechanics of karma."Karma is an entity equal even to God; God Himself is bound to it." "Karma is performed in many ways: through the physical body, through the mind, and through thinking." The speaker explains karma as the … read more »
Vigyan Deep Gita
An explanation of the sacred text Vijñāna Dīpa Gītā and the nature of holy scripture."Vijñāna is a specialized form of knowledge concerning a specific object. Dīpa is the light—the flame, the lamp. Without light, life cannot exist." "In holy books, the truth is written. You can read the same chapter … read more »
Satsang makes the man god-man
A satsang discourse on using the summer program for spiritual stabilization."Your personal life is up and down, struggling, and that creates a kind of vṛtti, a thinking pattern... The mantra, prayer, is a meditation; it is that stabilizer. It shall make steady your mind, your emotion." … read more »
Live and let live
A closing discourse on spiritual responsibility and conscious living."Be a light. When someone comes to you speaking ill or against another, that is a darkness. As soon as it reaches you, it should be enlightened." "Speak such a language that while speaking, you are … read more »
Everyone have a share according to his or her capacity
A discourse on the Guru Upaniṣad and receiving spiritual teachings."Imagine a river flowing. People must go and fetch water. Everyone returns with a different quantity of water, according to the size of their vessel." "You can feed a snake milk and honey, yet it will … read more »
What is the bindu chakra?
A spiritual explanation of the Bindu Chakra and the nectar of ambrosia."The Bindu Chakra is located on the top of the head. It is not exactly like a chakra; it is a kind of center that produces what is called ambrosia." "Thus, the divine ambrosia has a … read more »
Control your destiny, do not wait for the change idly
A discourse on the power of Kriyā practice to transform one's karmic destiny."If you cannot dry the tears of another, then do not be the cause of those tears. Everyone else may forgive you, but destiny will not." "Your original destiny will still be there. But somehow, you … read more »
Place of the spirituality and the healing power of wisdom
A spiritual discourse on the body, religion, and harmony."This body is a temple of your Ātmā. This temple should remain divine, and it should be cleaned every day." "Religion is the outer skin of the banana, and spirituality is the inner part, the fruit... … read more »
Divine will and karma
A spiritual discourse clarifying the distinction between Divine will and personal karma."Bad thinking and bad actions arise from denying the Divine will. The bad deeds and bad thoughts come from negating the will of God." "So don't think that now whatever you will do is Divine will. … read more »
Celebration days should remain on their place
A discourse on the observance of Mahāsamādhi, or the remembrance of a departed spiritual master."Mahāsamādhi day is not observed in the spirit of a celebration; it is what we call sarañjali—we call it remembering them." "In every āshram or in every organization, on these days, prayers should be offered, prasād … read more »
The precious does not praise itself
A spiritual parable about ego and self-realization."I have gained no siddhis, no power. Sixty-five years here under these trees. What am I doing here?" "We don't see our ego, we don't see our negative qualities, but we see our qualities in others. … read more »
Mediate purely like the bamboo
A spiritual discourse using parables to illustrate selfless service and surrender to the divine."Dear ones, you are born, or you are incarnated here, to serve, to help each other." "Be that channel through which the love of God flows; be that channel." The speaker narrates two parables. First, a … read more »
Trees are the memory and witness
A spiritual discourse on the sacred memory of trees and the nature of divine will."These trees under which we are sitting keep the memory of how divine the minutes or days we had here." "Not even a blade of grass or a tree leaf can move without my divine will." … read more »
Slower breathing -- longer life
A spiritual discourse on breath, destiny, and the purification of negative emotions."Every breath is like diamonds because the number of breaths is already fixed for your life in your destiny." "The second Rākṣasa is your own anger; it drinks the blood of others and your own blood." … read more »
Take your destiny into your hand
A spiritual discourse on maintaining faith and protecting consciousness."Ultimately, you are the one who must help yourself. Constant change is of no benefit. Remain steadfast on the path, stay under the umbrella, under the shelter of the Gurudeva." "The most important thing is to … read more »
My Gurudev gave me a hint
A discourse on the importance of consistent satsa g and spiritual readiness."The lectures, the preachings, the words in satsa g are a hint for us to awaken inwardly and then seek the solution." "On that very day, something is meant for you, and you are not in … read more »
Only a real master can lead yoo
A satsang discourse on spiritual humility and the danger of self-made masters."Every day is not an equal day for worldly people. Yet, every day is a golden day for the saint." "The problem is that there are many self-made masters... a self-made master cannot lead you. That … read more »
How can a ruler be succesfull?
A discourse on the qualities of an ideal ruler, synthesizing multiple yogic paths."Gurujī often said that a successful ruler or king can only be one who is a Rāja Yogī, a Karma Yogī, a Bhakti Yogī, as well as a Jñāna Yogī." "Only such a person can be … read more »
Tulsidas: The company of a saint is rare in this world
A discourse on spiritual wealth and the value of satsang."The company of a saint—satsa g—and the discourse of Hari are both rare in this world." "Spiritual richness is the real wealth. And it is gained through satsa g, through the companionship of the spiritual saint." … read more »
Rose and ayurveda
A personal reflection on the culinary and medicinal uses of roses in Ayurveda."You can add it to salads, drinks, and tea. It can be used on vegetables or baked into bread." "Utilizing roses is like a kāya kalpa. They are mostly used in summertime, as they have a … read more »
A result in Jadan: roses grow instead of thorny bushes
A presentation on the ecological restoration and organic farming efforts at Jadan Ashram over thirteen years."Our ground is very healthy and very good. It has been a constant and very hard effort to maintain the entire system clean and ecological." "In a place where it was once very hard to cultivate … read more »
Not just words but deeds are necessary for the environment
A spiritual teacher's urgent call to action regarding global pollution and ecological crisis."The planet is polluted through and through... the only ones to be blamed are the humans." "To save and protect the planet is also spirituality... it will take some time, but I am sure it will … read more »
A holy man is for the entire World
A spiritual discourse on understanding a Master's presence and value."The spoon which is stirring the halvā cannot taste the halvā." "As long as the Master is living, you are innocent disciples... You are always a prince." The speaker reflects on the difficulty of comprehending a … read more »
How to make your exam successful?
A discourse on the goddess Sarasvatī and her role alongside Gaṇeśa."Sarasvatī should be, and is, the goddess of all students." "Gaṇeśa represents the buddhi, the intellect. And the wisdom of that intellect is Sarasvatī; she is the light of that intellect." The speaker explains the importance … read more »
First step of the mantra practice
A spiritual teaching on the sacred practice of mantra writing."You must write like a painter who wishes to create a beautiful portrait and who paints with great care. Not like what they call modern art, just throwing colors here and there." "In the pen you … read more »
Increase the positive energy with your nice positive words
A discourse on the power of mantra and speech."The origin of all creation is the sound Oṃ." "The wound which is caused by some weapon or a knife can be healed, but the wound which is caused by the words of humans cannot be … read more »
Be the change yourself
A spiritual talk on personal transformation and relationships, illustrated by a personal anecdote."Since I have been practicing yoga with you for three weeks now, my husband has changed so much, positively." "You expect someone there with kind words, a sweet smile, a warm heart, and beautiful, mutual understanding." … read more »
Your ignorance makes you confused
A spiritual discourse on the nature of self and divine reality."If you can separate the waves from the ocean, you can separate yourself from God. So when we are not separated, then what are we searching for?" "Therefore, in one village... someone put the hashish powder … read more »
The endless Universe and the cosmic consciousness
A spiritual discourse on the nature of the universe and the path to divine union."Can you think of something that is endless? Endless, endless, anant, anant, anant." "If you truly wish to know the ocean's depth, you must jump into it and discover it for yourself." Swamiji contemplates the endlessness … read more »
What is real and what is unreal?
A spiritual discourse on the Advaita Vedānta principle of "Brahma satya, jagat mithyā." "Brahma satya, jagat mithyā means that whatever is born, created, or manifested has limitation... Therefore, what is changeable is unreality, and what is not changeable is the reality." "Think of your practice. Do not think … read more »
World peace through inner peace
A spiritual discourse on attaining inner peace and liberation through personal practice."Liberation is not granted to anyone. It cannot be realized through material power, nor can it be bought in the market. It is very individual and a very inner thing." "Tons of theory will not help … read more »
How to celebrate Shivaratri
A guide for observing Maha Shivaratri with specific rituals and prayers."One fasts the day before. This means on the 28th [of February], you will be fasting. In the evening, you shall perform Śiva āratī and prayers." "Chant the name of Lord Śiva, such as 'Oṃ Namaḥ … read more »
Think and know thyself!
A spiritual discourse using a parable to illustrate the relationship between mind, intellect, and desire."Every birth is a station. And those desires that the child wants to have, that the mind wants to have, mean we will suffer a whole journey throughout the entire universe." "To know thyself is not … read more »
Consequences depend on actions
A spiritual discourse on the importance of following a guru's direct instruction over empty ritual worship."You will not follow the words, the Guru Vakya. You will only celebrate the photo of the master, but not follow what the master said." "Jaisā karegā, vaisā bharegā. It means: whatever you will do, according … read more »