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Only the One is the truth
Dharma and family harmony are central to navigating modern life.Dharma is of two kinds: selfish and selfless. Selfish dharma forces personal desires, leading to transient outcomes like frequent divorce. Selfless dharma supports parents, children, and neighbors, creating stability. Modern life brings family disharmony, often from … read more »
The blessings we receive originate from Gurudev
Good actions create a multiplying effect of benefit, just as harmful ones spread suffering.Every deed sets a chain in motion. Supporting a project like moving stone provides income for drivers, miners, and their families, who then support shopkeepers and others. This ripple sustains hundreds. Similarly, a spiritual practice purifies … read more »
Guruji is Divine Light
The divine bond between guru and disciple is the foundation of spiritual life.A disciple's journey begins with a longing for truth. Upon meeting the guru, one recognizes a divine light and a profound inner calling. The guru's training is rigorous, designed to transform the raw disciple into a … read more »
Don't think that you are carrying the whole load
Divine incarnations manifest for specific purposes and as continual spiritual guides.God descends as Nimit Avatāra to restore dharma, protect devotees, and destroy negativity whenever required. Śiva is the primordial universal energy, both creator and destroyer in a perpetual cycle. Specific incarnations like Narasiṃha, Rāma, and Kṛṣṇa … read more »
Don't break your decisions
Life is a journey through the world's labyrinth, contrasted with the heaven of the heart.Human life is a mystery where the mental waves of decision and doubt are strong. Modern roots rot as principles are lost, seen in broken promises and relationships. Life remains merely life without enduring commitment to … read more »
Mantra and Guru Kripa
Life is the divine presence within all awareness.Without remembering God, existence is wasted. Begin now, for it is never too late. Actions performed without God's name are temporary obligations, but the seeds of mantra sown in consciousness remain forever. Many claim mantra is … read more »
The roots are lost
Sādhanā requires sustained devotion, not just initial interest, to avoid failure and dilemma.Divine power is eternal and universally present, not confined to one place or time. Ancient myths and traditions reflect living realities, not mere stories. Cultural festivals have sacred origins now often lost. All genuine spiritual paths … read more »
Practicing with the Master
Lecture by Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda, Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.Vishwaguruji explains the effects of exercise on different Upa-Pranas.
We should use the tools that we have
Sādhana is both the spiritual tool and the practice of using it.A tool is useless without application. The human body itself is the primary sādhana for God-realization. One must utilize available techniques like prāṇāyāma and meditation, ignoring external opinions. Neglecting practice allows mental pollution. Laziness and lost … read more »
Udana Prana and awakening of Kundalini
Sandhyā is the sacred twilight where day and night meet, a time for prayer and reflection.This union reminds us to give thanks for the day. When darkness appears, one must light the candle of hope; it will show the way. Do not lose hope, for it is a support from cradle … read more »
The most beautiful garland
The Anāhata Chakra represents the heart center, likened to a cloudless blue sky.Heaven and hell are experienced on earth through our harmony or conflict. Life is a grinding mill where the soul is ground between the stones of Brahma and Maya. Only by seeking the Guru's shelter can … read more »
Twelve petals of the Anahat Chakra
The Anāhata Cakra is the heart's divine sky, the principle of the limitless self within.The self is like the sky, divine and within, yet perceived as separate, creating duality where reality disappears. The heart unites where the dividing intellect creates mental pollution. Its twelve petals open during the Brahmamuhūrta before … read more »
Keep the family relations
Life is governed by the flow of prāṇa, connecting every individual to the cosmic energy center.Our health, emotions, thoughts, and even destiny are influenced by this vital force. While karmic causes cannot be fully opposed, blessings, prayers, and positive thinking can soften their impact. Family provides essential support at life's beginning … read more »
The light of God is in everyone
The heart is the temple of the individual soul.The physical body is the true house and the field of action, given to uphold eternal principles. These Sanātana principles govern all existence, like the seasons or a tree bearing fruit. Within this body, two mighty … read more »
Open your heart at least once a day
Caring for the heart is the path of the Anāhata Chakra.The heart suffers from poor nourishment, lack of movement, mental imbalance, and neglected spiritual practice. Prāṇāyāma, walking, and specific āsanas support the heart. Modern dietary conceptions cannot compare to the natural wisdom of traditional living and … read more »
Atma Bhakti
The dance of consciousness and energy is the divine play within.Everything in the body and consciousness is the light and energy of God. Humans possess all possibilities for happiness and liberation, yet we make mistakes and blame others. Most troubles originate from the inner self. The … read more »
Basics of Pranayama
The light of Jyotiṣa and the dance of Prāṇa guide understanding.Jyotiṣa follows the lunar calendar, not the fixed solar dates. The moon's accurate movements determine the constellations. A lunar month has approximately thirty days, with light waxing and waning in fourteen-day cycles. The day changes at … read more »
Finer aspects of non-violence
Our actions, even with good intent, cause subtle, unseen harm to the living Earth, requiring deeper awareness.We cannot act perfectly; we unknowingly injure creatures like ants. They have their own world, medicine, and dances we cannot perceive. Our physical senses limit us; we lack the inner eye to hear their complaints. This … read more »
The real Seva
The spiritual treasure is devotion, a perfect and increasing wealth found within.This wealth is the name of God, a jewel received through the Guru. Worldly possessions can be stolen, but inner knowledge and wisdom multiply with use and cannot be damaged. Sacred texts like the Bhagavad Gītā … read more »
The beginning of Satya Yuga
The foundation for Satya Yuga has been laid as Kali Yuga ends.This transition requires work to cleanse the old era's influences. A primary commitment is to protect the environment, including trees, birds, bees, and all creatures, by avoiding harmful chemicals to restore ecological immunity. Human duty is … read more »
Keep discipline in your practice and eating
Welcome to this spiritual gathering after a long journey.A place becomes holy through sustained spiritual vibration from those who live there. Some locations retain this sanctity forever, like where the nectar fell during the churning of the ocean. This ashram has become such a … read more »
Udana and Samana Prana
Prāṇa flows through the subtle channels, or nāḍīs, which are more than physical nerves.Udāna Prāṇa is an ascending energy from the heart to the brain, supporting the awakening of kuṇḍalinī śakti. Correct practice of techniques like Kriyā Yoga brings balance and pleasant experiences; incorrect practice leads to unpleasant sensations. … read more »
Vyana Prana
Prāṇavidyā is the science of life force and its connection to environmental protection.Morning practice in fresh air is the best time for yoga and prāṇāyāma, as this prāṇa is superior to any medicine or food. A single drop of pure rainwater contains immense life energy, awakening nature. Today's … read more »
Prana and Apana
Prāṇa is the eternal life force and source of all existence.The soul is a composite of the five elements—space, air, fire, water, earth—which never die but only recycle. Therefore, there is no true birth or death, only transformation. Prāṇa is this animating principle, present as fire … read more »
The science of Prana
The fable of the fox illustrates procrastination and the failure to build a shelter for the soul.Many delay spiritual practice with excuses, lacking the discipline to act when conditions are favorable. True practice requires consistent willpower, not temporary resolutions made in moments of inspiration. Meditation in enclosed halls with stale air promotes … read more »
Give Health and Peace to the world
The aim of Yoga in Daily Life is to bring health and brotherhood to the world.Teacher training requires exacting practice and discipline, akin to an athlete's dedication. Quality must be prioritized over quantity, with rigorous examinations for certification. Physical or psychic limitations must be honestly assessed. The path involves four key … read more »
The best way to good health is Yoga
Yoga is a vital science for health in this age, responding to threats against nature, culture, and well-being.Its global acceptance shows its practical benefits. The ancient ṛṣis researched life through proper nourishment, movement, and breath. Modern science understands breath but not the ten prāṇas, the subtle life forces that yogis discovered. Prāṇa is … read more »
How to be successful in practicing Paschimottanasan
Mastering difficult postures like Paścimottānāsana requires consistent daily practice.The body and brain must learn new movements through repetition, creating necessary neural pathways. Mental visualization aids this process but cannot replace physical practice. Initial inability often stems from mental blockages like fear or the belief … read more »
We all are One
The selection of yoga teachers depends on your practice and ability to perform advanced postures, not on the master.Mother Nature gives abundantly after long preparation, just as you must practice for months to give your knowledge in these two weeks. Practice makes perfect; stopping makes everything wild again. You must analyze yourself physically and … read more »
You should not be offended
The path requires absolute discipline in practice, not merely theoretical knowledge.Seminars offer structured training, yet many attendees lack proper conduct, disturbing others by not participating fully. Following principles only partially is insufficient; one must commit completely or not attend. Practice, not theory, guides the soul after … read more »
Khatu Pranam - Lecture
Kaṭhūpraṇām is a sequence expressing devotion, with two versions offering anatomical benefits for posture correction.The practice specifically addresses common misalignments of the spine and trunk. A forward shoulder position increases thoracic kyphosis and lumbar lordosis, involving shortened pectoral muscles and weakened interscapular and abdominal muscles. The sequence corrects this by … read more »
Khatu Pranam - Practice
Khatu Pranam, morning practice with Vishwaguru Mahamandaleshwar Paramhans Swami Maheshwarananda, Strilky Ashram, Czech Republic.
Unity with the Master
The master's consciousness lives eternally through a succession of pure disciples.The physical form is a temporary garment, but the inner light is one. This spiritual transmission, or parāvidyā, flows through purity and devotion, not worldly learning. Negative qualities like anger create a barrier to this union. … read more »
Be the example!
A yoga teacher must embody the discipline they teach, beginning with diet.Modern food is manipulated and unhealthy, causing illness. Dairy products like milk are contaminated with chemicals; minimize their use. Cheese is tamasic and unhealthy, though paneer is better. Commercial bread contains harmful additives like chicken feather … read more »
Satsang from Strilky
A yoga teacher must create a harmonious and safe practice space.Ensure students sit in straight lines on their mats with adequate distance. A minimum space is required so outstretched hands do not touch, allowing free movement. This distance also minimizes the exchange of breath and allergens … read more »
Why Yoga in Daily Life is special
Yoga's essence lies not in physical exercise alone but within a living spiritual lineage.Most modern yoga focuses solely on health, lacking the unbroken master-disciple transmission vital for preserving true knowledge. Without a living guide, teachings become distorted rituals, like disciples who continued tying up a cat long after its … read more »
Karma and Destiny (1/2)
Satsang with Swami Gajanand from Strilky, Czech Republic.
The Three Types of Karma and the Law of Cause and Effect
Karma is understood through three types: the stored accumulation, the active destiny of this life, and the fresh actions created now.The vast store of past karmic seeds is not experienced all at once. At the moment of death, one's strongest attachments and desires determine which handful of seeds becomes active for the next life; this is … read more »
Celebrating Gurupurnima, bhajans and darshan
The Guru's grace is the sole means to cross the ocean of worldly existence.Life is transient like the wind, and the world is a net of fear. Only through devotion and the Guru's compassion can one be liberated. The Guru is Brahmā, Viṣṇu, and Maheśvara—the visible form of the … read more »
Gurupurnima from Jadan
Guru Pūrṇimā is a time for taking a spiritual resolution.The annual observance is likened to preparing a field for rain. One must ready the heart to receive the Guru's blessings, which will come for years. This preparation is an active endeavor. The result is born … read more »
Knowledge is the Light
Guru Pūrṇimā is about moving from the darkness of ignorance to the light of knowledge.Without knowledge, one is like an animal. This light is the inner knowledge within every being. Humans possess intellect, but it is shaped by its education; one becomes what one is taught. Therefore, proper education is … read more »
Knowledge and Self-Realization
The spiritual journey requires a living master and connection to one's authentic lineage.Self-realization is the final merging of the individual self into the universal Self. Intellectual knowledge of it differs from the lived experience. A story illustrates this: a disciple, seeing his guru afflicted, doubted his divinity. The … read more »
Sleep is the best
The ultimate reality is Brahman, the unchanging truth, while the perceived world is transient and dream-like.The self, or Ātmā, is eternal, ever-young consciousness, distinct from the perishable physical and astral bodies. Life's wisdom involves understanding the three fundamental qualities: sattva brings clarity, rajas drives action, and tamas provides necessary rest like … read more »
Theory and Practice: The Two Horses of Realization
Realization requires both theory and practice.Theory provides the map, inspiration, and techniques, but without practice, we cannot move. Practice is the essential action that brings theoretical understanding to life. We need both elements integrated. Meditation manifests in two primary forms. Passive … read more »
Practice from Wellington with MM Vivekpuri
Wellington, New Zealand
Practice with Swamiji
Practice with Swamiji from Auckland, New Zealand.
Practice from Auckland with MM Vivekpuri
Auckland, New Zealand
Walking the Tightrope: Between "I Am Not the Doer" and "I Am Shiva"
Life is a spiritual tightrope walk between ego and self-doubt.The mantra "I am not the doer" protects us from ego, the great enemy that can destroy life if it becomes our master. Conversely, when feeling worthless, we must remember "I am Shiva"—I am divine consciousness. … read more »
The Essence of Health and Harmony
Health is not everything, but everything is nothing without health.Good health is the primary happiness, meaning balance and harmony within the body and mind. This balance ends distractions and illness. Both positive and negative energies exist within all beings. When negative vibrations like hate or … read more »