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Kindness
Swamiji in Sliac
Purnima satsang
Swamiji in Sliac.
Rishi
Swamiji in Sliac, 4th April 2007
Prashad
Swamiji in Sliac, 3rd April 2007.
For bhakta nothing is impossible
Satsang in Strilky (CZ) in November 2004.Swamiji talks about Rama.
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 »
Nothing is too late
A spiritual discourse on the final life sacrament and the power of language."The sixteenth and final saṃskāra is the funeral rite. It signifies that your life's mission within nature and your duties on this planet are complete." "Every language is a beautiful language. Your own language, your mother … 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 »
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 »
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 »
Mantra should be practised
A spiritual discourse on the power and practice of mantra."Mantra is the cosmic resonance. It is the beginning of all creation on this planet and in the entire universe." "Once you surrender to Gurūdev—meaning you give your confidence and devotion—then you have only one thing … read more »
Moon
A spiritual discourse on the significance of lunar phases and observance days."To see the new moon brings luck, prosperity, and happiness. It symbolizes completeness, as day by day the moon is growing." "A full moon day is another beautiful spiritual day. That day is another beautiful day … 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 »
Demonstration of relaxation
A guided relaxation session introducing Ānandāsana, the bliss posture."Your body is now recharging its energy—the life force, vitality, the prāṇa, the cosmic energy." "This kind of relaxation will give you immense energy. It will calm your emotions—negative emotions, aggressivity, anger, hate." Swami Maheshwarananda guides … read more »
Destiny is very mysterious
Satsang from Prague, Czech Republic, October 2005
Yoga burns away karma
Satsang from Strilky, Czech Republic in August 2005.
Gurudev fulfills positive sankalpas of bhaktas
Satsang from Strilky, Czech Republic, March 2005
Question about despair
A spiritual discourse addressing despair, suicide, and the afterlife."Never think of suicide. It is said that one who commits suicide finds their future life in the astral world more complicated, more complex." "All accounts of your life have to be settled there, and then … read more »
Time will not wait for you
A spiritual discourse on the preciousness of time and vigilant spiritual practice."Time is most precious, and it flows like a river. The clock of our life is constantly moving." "Your heart was empty. And these troubles were waiting and waiting for the opportunity, the chance to enter … read more »
Accept the changes
A spiritual discourse on observing change and cultivating wisdom."Wise are they who just observe the changes. The changes are like the flowing of the water in the river." "One bank of the river is called happiness, and the other bank of the river is … read more »
The white hair
A spiritual discourse on embracing change and the natural aging process."To obtain white or grey hair or a beard is not simple... The grey hair—beautiful." "So observe your change; every second is past, is lost from our life... So utilise your time; practice, practice, practice." The … read more »
Mala is broken and the pearls spread
A spiritual discourse addressing questions on partnership and the loss of traditional meaning."Be happy together for as long as is possible." "The mālā is broken and the pearls are scattered." The speaker responds to many questions about partnership, lamenting how the true meaning of marriage is lost in … read more »
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Devotion, Love and Marriage (part 1)
A spiritual discourse on independence, attachment, and the nature of true freedom, concluding with a historical parable."We should depend only on one thing, and that is our food—our sattvic, pure vegetarian food. Otherwise, we are not depending on anyone." "The aim of our human life is to be free, to cut off … read more »
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Devotion, Love and Marriage (part 2)
A spiritual discourse using a folk tale to illustrate themes of devotion, truth, and marital harmony."See how a wife can protect the husband, and how the husband can put his hand on his heart and speak on behalf of his wife. That is called devotion." "Mother Earth will not lose the … read more »
Story of the Holy Amarnathji
A spiritual narration recounting the pilgrimage to the holy Amarnāth cave and its associated legend of immortality."Every year, a natural Śiva Li gam forms from ice, and millions of pilgrims journey there." "As many skulls as you see in my mālā, that many times you were born and died. And in your … read more »
No magic can influence you
A spiritual discourse on the dangers of seeking external prophecy and magical solutions."Holy Gurujī used to say something: if you have a friend who is an astrologer, you are never free from the effects of the planets in your life." "No one can influence you through magic. It … read more »
Think of Gurudev
A spiritual discourse on divine remembrance and meditation, using the story of Krishna and Kansa."About whom you think and with which kind of feelings you think, that comes to you." "Therefore, if you are a real devotee of God, your Iṣṭadevatā, then why are you worried and scared with Him?" … read more »
There is Only One God
A discourse on the singular, formless nature of God and divine manifestations."There is only one God; there are no two Gods. That one God has no name and no form; that is called Brahman." "Holy Gurujī said, 'One in all and all in one.' Unless we realize … read more »
ANNA PURNE SADAPURNE
A discourse on the spiritual significance of food and the Annapūrṇā mantra."There is no other god who will keep you alive; it is the food that sustains you." "Where there is enough food (anna), there is everlasting happiness. In the house where grains are preserved, the goddess … read more »
Fear
A spiritual discourse on the nature of fear and its resolution through yogic wisdom."Fear is given to us with birth, like intellect, love, emotion, happiness, the feeling of pleasure, understanding, contentment, and attachment." "Therefore, finally, the great saints or wise ones said, 'Ahiṃsā Paramo Dharma.' Non-violence is the highest … read more »
Whatever You are Doing will Come Back to You
A spiritual discourse on the purpose of human life and the law of karma."You cannot keep water in an unburnt clay pot... Similarly, you cannot keep quicksilver in paper. The kingfisher does not know what to do with pearls, for pearls are the nourishment of the swan." "Every step … read more »
Follow the Ethic Principles
A spiritual discourse on the true purpose of human life and ethical conduct."A human should lead life with brain and heart together. When there is no coordination between them, one loses human quality." "Be sure that God gave you human life with a particular aim... This life is … read more »
Never is Too Late!
A discourse on the essence and ultimate aim of yoga."Yoga is very, very old... For me, yoga is as old as the universe, because yoga means to keep a balance in the entire universe." "Practicing yoga means those exercises, practices, are a technique for reunion. … read more »
Today is a Special Day
A spiritual discourse on the significance of a specific date and the nature of the Self."Today is a special day. While every day is special, according to numerology, today holds particular significance: 7.07.2007." "It is the jīvātmā—the individual soul—that takes birth and dies, that travels. But the soul is not ātmā. … read more »
How to Lose Weight
A detailed instructional guide on following a Phalahārī, or fruit-and-vegetable-based, diet for health and weight loss."Obtain a full diagnosis covering sugar, cholesterol, iron, minerals, and vitamins." "Maintain this diet for a minimum of one year; it is a good exercise in willpower." The speaker provides specific dietary rules, including eating only … read more »
Do it Yourself
A spiritual discourse on karma yoga, seva, and the purification of action through selfless service."Removing thorns from the path is akin to removing the thorns of your own karma." "Yogaḥ karmasu kauśalam—your yoga sādhanā will be successful if you do good karma." The speaker explains the profound spiritual practice of … read more »
Family Situations
A spiritual talk addressing marital harmony and personal responsibility."Women should never give up a kind, loving language, and husbands should never give up a kind, loving, and respectful language." "Husband and wife are two forces pulling the coach of the family, and the mind … read more »
The Five Points
A spiritual discourse on the purpose of human life, illustrated with parables."Lucky are those who can have a spiritual interest inwardly awakened and follow the Guruvākyam." "Human life is given for self-realization, to remove the duality of the individual soul and come to the unity of the … read more »
Do not Neglect Your Sadhana
A spiritual discourse on the imperative of sustained personal practice, or sādhanā."In the sādhanā you are doing, two things are paramount. First, do not neglect it." "Day by day, your love should grow towards spirituality... 'Nita nita prema mera adhika badejo.' So, day by day, my love … read more »
Sola Kala
An explanation of the sixteen kalas, or spiritual perfections, and their relationship to lunar cycles and chakra awakening."The term 'sola kala' refers to sixteen (sola) kalas. Kala signifies miracles, developments, or abilities." "One who has fully developed all sixteen of these kalas is known as a Pūrṇa Puruṣa, a complete being. Śrī Kṛṣṇa … read more »