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You can't take everything with you (from Upanishads)
A spiritual discourse on non-attachment and the transient nature of worldly possessions."What you are utilizing, what you think you are enjoying, is not yours forever." "God is the host, and we are the guests. If we destroy God's world, if we destroy God's creatures, then God will … read more »
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Purnamada (from Upanishads)
An introductory discourse on the Upanishads and a specific peace mantra."The Upanishads are the essence of the Vedas, representing the foundational teachings about life, God, the self, the Creator, the Source, Nature, the elements, mind, senses, consciousness, the soul, and the ātmā." "It is fascinating how … read more »
Protect life
A spiritual discourse on compassion and the shared experience of suffering between humans and animals."Imagine you have just given birth to a child, and immediately, someone takes it away. How would you feel?" "A mother is a mother; it does not matter if she is a human mother or an … read more »
What do you take with you?
A spiritual discourse on the importance of solitude, mantra practice, and remembrance of God."Everything is created from, and emerges out of, that sound. Everything is sound." "A life without the name of God passes like the life of animals. But we have many things in our lives, many burdens; … read more »
Asanas as meditation
A description of the morning spiritual practice and a critique of its textual presentation."According to Yoga in Daily Life, our practice of āsanas is itself a form of meditation." "Just as in a room where we have sat for a long time with the windows closed, we need to … read more »
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Meditation, part 1 (introduction)
A practical guide to meditation posture and the significance of chanting Oṃ."Meditation should be done while sitting on the floor with a blanket and one pillow under your buttocks. What is very, very important is that you should feel physically comfortable." "Oṃ is the origin sound of … read more »
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Meditation, part 2 (meditation)
A guided meditation for relaxation and body awareness."Withdraw from the external world for the time being, and come into this hall. It is a beautiful hall, with a very peaceful atmosphere." "Feel your body from the toes to the top of the head, … read more »
4 pillars of human society
A spiritual discourse on the four traditional aims of human life."Dharma Rakṣate Rakṣata—if you can protect your dharma, then your dharma will protect you." "Western society has altered it: out of the four, they kept only two principles—Artha and Kāma, money and desires. Dharma and Mokṣa … read more »
Self-inquiry meditation
A guide to the structured practice of Self-Inquiry Meditation for overcoming fear and achieving harmony."Through these circumstances, there are some people who do not feel comfortable in this world. There is anxiety, uncertainty, and a fear to exist that becomes a psychic problem." "So the first thing is not 'who … read more »
High standard of life and DHARMA
A spiritual discourse on universal happiness, dharma, and personal conduct."Joy is not a quantity; joy is a quality. The same joy which the ant has, the human has, or a big elephant has." "If you protect your dharma, then dharma can protect you. If you … read more »
About human fear
A discourse on the global human condition, fear, and the need for mental transformation."Fear is in every creature's existence... The world is created out of the mind. The world means the world where you are living—what kind of situation or circumstances are there. These circumstances are created by the … read more »
Soul, ego, qualities
A spiritual discourse on the nature of the soul, ego, and spiritual purity."The soul is not the Ātmā. The soul is a mixture of Ātmā and anātmā. It is the reflection of your divine self, created from the ego." "Spirituality means purity. The word spirituality means pure, crystal … read more »
Spirituality
A discourse defining the essence of spirituality."Spirituality means purity. The word spirituality means pure, crystal clear, spotless, pure consciousness." "Praying is not spirituality. Fasting is not spirituality. Meditating is not spirituality. These are ways to spirituality." The speaker clarifies that spirituality is … read more »
Viveka
A spiritual teacher narrates a parable about a yogi's moral dilemma to illustrate the nature of action, truth, and the inner self."Those who have seen the deer cannot speak. And those who speak and say that they have seen cannot see." "Our neck is under the saw. It doesn't matter which direction you move; it will cut." … read more »
Revenge
A spiritual discourse on the destructive cycle of revenge and the necessity of forgiveness."Therefore, Jesus said to follow one thing: forgiveness. Those who follow forgiveness are following the teaching of Jesus." "If you cannot forgive and you cannot forget, then you will suffer ever and ever and ever." The … read more »
Meditation for World Peace
A discourse on the universal applicability and benefits of meditation."Through meditation, those monks, priests, yogīs... attained long life and immense spiritual energy. They became a uniting instrument for society." "You can get rid of this every day. You put yourself in the position of the … read more »
Mind - Sun and Moon
A discourse on the symbolism of Haṭha Yoga and the subtle body."The moon is the principle of emotion, or water. Water is flowing; water is changing in the flow." "The sun here is the symbol of fire, the symbol of our activities, of taking decisions, and of … read more »
Wishing on the new moon
A spiritual discourse on the sanctity and practice of observing the new moon."When you see the first new moon in the evening, you shall greet it with folded hands." "After looking at the moon, you may repeat a mantra or any wish which you have; the wish will … read more »
World peace is in your hands
A spiritual talk using a parable to illustrate humanity's agency over world peace."Whether there will be world peace or not, it is in the hands of humans." "My son, whether the bird is dead or alive, that I cannot answer you. Because the life of the bird depends … read more »
Cosmic family
A spiritual leader addresses a gathering about the global community of "Yoga in Daily Life." "All our āshrams, no matter where they are, are your āshram." "All your yoga brothers and sisters... who are devoted to Mahāprabhujī's teachings and who are devoted to Yoga in Daily Life, are our family … read more »
Now is the best time to begin
A spiritual discourse using a parable to illustrate the necessity of spiritual practice amidst life's distractions."Either you teach your horse to drink amidst this noise, or you take your horse away thirsty." "Therefore, never wait for anything... we have to learn to exist in this noisy world, and we must learn … read more »
Commitment
A spiritual discourse on the necessity of discipline and endurance on the path to self-realization."The hammer in the blacksmith's hand is the teachings, and the blacksmith himself is the master." "You have to kill that ego: 'I like' and 'I don't like.'... This is our problem; liking and disliking is … read more »
Serve and create a positive mind
A spiritual discourse on the philosophy and practical application of renunciation."Mahātmā Gāndhī said, 'Tyāga karo aur ānanda karo. Renounce and enjoy.'" "If you take something away, you must replace it with something else. Unless we replace it, we cannot resist; we cannot bear the emptiness." Swami … read more »
Forgiveness and humility
A spiritual teacher narrates a parable about two traveling priests and a lesson on non-attachment."You know, I helped that girl, and I carried her on my back, but I dropped her immediately there on the bank of the river. But I am surprised that you are still carrying her with … read more »
Stick to your principles
A Swami recounts his unwavering commitment to wearing his orange robe despite external pressure, using it as a parable for steadfast principles."I replied, 'Okay, they must not appreciate. I am as I am.'" "Remain steadfast in your principles. There are many temptations and many things that may cause you to change after one year, two years, or … read more »
Three things are important
A spiritual address on individual responsibility for global peace and harmony."Whether the world will be in peace or in pieces is in your hands. Charity begins at home; these activities begin with the individual person." "Protect all creatures, protect all animals. Love them, feed them, do … read more »
Mercy
A spiritual discourse on the foundational role of mercy and selfless service in religion."The root of all religion is mercy. Be merciful, be kind, be good. Have love for all people." "Helping hands have more value than folded hands. Help as much as you can—help the needy ones, the … read more »
Search within
A spiritual discourse using a parable to illustrate the futility of seeking the Self externally."Even if it is too dark inside and there is ample light outside, what you have lost inside you cannot find outside." "The Self searches for the Self; the Self searches for Self-realization. It is very … read more »
What is in your heart
A spiritual discourse on discernment and the application of teachings, illustrated by a parable."My master said, 'See God in all.' How can God do anything against me?" "Yes, everyone is God. But you did not listen to God... The other people were warning you. Why did you not consider … read more »
Glory of Gurudev's feet
A spiritual discourse on a devotional song (bhajan) addressing the human mind."O my mind, understand the glory of the Satgurū, the glory of the Satgurū. O my mind, why are you in doubt? Why are you suffering?" "The ṛṣis, the great seers; the munis, the great yogīs; … read more »
Harmony & understanding
A spiritual discourse on non-judgment, compassion, and community."Who are we to judge anyone? If we do not know, it is better to be safe: to remain humble, peaceful, and calm." "A beautiful rose has thorns. When you give someone a rose, you do … read more »
Rishi consciousness
A spiritual discourse on protection and conduct in the modern age."Protection of the self means protection of all—is to withdraw yourself and limit your needs." "Yoga is a cosmic balance, which balances our body, mind, consciousness, our emotions, our thoughts, our thinking, our words, our memories, … read more »
Human Dharma
A spiritual discourse on dharma, human qualities, and self-knowledge."Humans should know their dharma, and humans should know their human qualities." "Know thyself' is to know your duties, know your qualities, the human values, and then we can act accordingly." The speaker explains that true … read more »
Significance of Mahaprabhuji's bhajans
A brief statement declaring the supreme value of a specific spiritual teaching."According to Mahāprabhujī's bhajanas, that is the most valuable teaching." The text presents a singular, authoritative declaration about the paramount importance of a particular teaching, attributing its supreme value to the devotional songs (bhajanas) of Mahāprabhujī. … read more »
Meditation of the Holy Ones
A spiritual discourse on the nature and universal accessibility of meditation."When the word 'meditation' arises, waves of spirituality automatically awaken within our consciousness." "Holy are they who possess holy, divine, noble, pure thoughts and qualities... Everyone can meditate. Everyone can realize something in life." The speaker … read more »
Wings of Vairagya and Bhakti
A spiritual discourse on the lifelong practice of Vairāgya, or renunciation."If you lose your Vairāgya, if you lose your interest, you lose that love, you lose the bhakti. When you lose the bhakti, you lose everything." "Therefore, inner renunciation is the most important renunciation. If you … read more »
Globalisation
A discourse on globalization, human nature, and lost connection."Wellington is not New Zealand anymore. It is international, like Sydney, New York, Tokyo, London, Frankfurt, New Delhi, or Kolkata." "Humans have forgotten. Humans do not have these feelings, unfortunately. We need this divine rod, this … read more »
Say NO to plastic
A spiritual and environmental address urging personal responsibility for reducing plastic pollution."If we continue to destroy and pollute this planet, our seventh generation will have nothing to drink." "Let others do what they do, but you should not do what they do. Do not be like the … read more »
Mantra is the protection
A discourse on spiritual protection through mantra practice."First, understand that such a thing does not truly exist. It is only a psychic phenomenon." "Therefore, believe me: where the name of Mahāprabhujī or Devpurījī resides, there is no access for any negative magic or … read more »
Education through example
A spiritual discourse on the importance of being a living example, for parents and teachers."True education is that you should embody it; you must be the example." "This means, first and foremost, that every yoga teacher should be punctual at the satsa g." The speaker addresses the core principle of … read more »
Master dissolves revenge
A spiritual discourse on overcoming fear through wisdom and faith."Fear exists where there is ignorance. Fear exists where there is guilt. And the biggest fear is the fear of death." "You have to become a disciple in order to become the master. You have to … read more »
Swamiji's speach at the conference
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About bhajans
A satsang discourse on the spiritual power of bhajans and the nature of true happiness."Bhajans are the real teachings of the saints. When the teaching is conveyed through bhajan, one cannot manipulate the words." "Consider when you go to the mountains... Slowly, slowly it becomes brighter and brighter. That is … read more »
Take care of you body
A morning discourse on the importance of the body and the divine design of life."The body is not immortal; its dharma is to be born, to grow, and to die. No one can keep this body forever." "God is the best architect; He is the best engineer. And His company … read more »
About darshan
A discourse on the spiritual power and importance of darśan, or sacred sight."Through darśan, many, many sins are removed. What we call God-realization is to see God." "As long as you have darśan, negative energy cannot attack. And constantly the nectar, the ambrosia of blessing, is flowing." The … read more »
Be humble, be wise
A spiritual discourse contrasting worldly identity with divine humility."If you ask some village people... 'What is your name?' they will say, 'The name belongs only to God. I am just the servant of God.'" "They have lost that wisdom from their consciousness; they have … read more »
Belonging
A spiritual discourse on devotion and the role of the Master, followed by critical historical and theological analysis."Gurū Dev and Govinda, both are standing in front of me. To whom should I bow down first?" "I am thankful to my Master; my adoration is to you, because you showed me Govinda." The speaker … read more »
Yoga
A morning satsang on the nature of yoga as balance and union."Yoga is the balancing principle which balances the entire universe: planets, stars, moon, sun, whatever we call visible and invisible elements." "Where there is balance, there is harmony. And here, yoga means harmony. When there is … read more »