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What is spirituality?
The heart's thirst is for divine truth, not worldly satisfaction.We seek like a bird that will only drink from a falling drop of sky, rejecting ground water. This longing is our spiritual search. Worldly relationships and possessions cannot quench this thirst. True fulfillment comes from … read more »
Lecture from Westin Hotel in Zagreb
The divine lineage flows from ancient sources to the present practice.Alak Purījī was present in Śiva's time. Alak Nanda Devi, a disciple, became a cow to save her herd from a tiger; the river Alaknanda and temples commemorate her. Śiva later married Pārvatī. This lineage includes … read more »
The origin of knowledge
The lineage from Śiva to this āśram is our foundation.Alak Purījī was present with Śiva, as known from the Śiva Purāṇa given by Mahāprabhujī. I received this knowledge from Gurujī and Dev Purījī. That primordial time had no divisions like Christianity or Islam; now we … read more »
Remembering on the Gurupurnima Satsang
The path is known only with the Guru.Countless rivers flow through long valleys, yet without a guide, one cannot know the way. A disciple once sought initiation, asking for the external cloth of renunciation. The true Guru instead offered to color the disciple's … read more »
Bhajan evening from Jadan Ashram
True devotion is singular and without hypocrisy.The Guru is the supreme refuge and the giver of all attainments. All that is needed is received through the Guru's grace. The Lord does not accept false or deceitful devotion. True devotion requires sincerity, not … read more »
Sannyasdiksha of Sudharshanpuriji
Be the universal sun, a single light for all.Open your hand and contemplate being like the sun. The sun is one universal light. You should be that one sun. This provides great illumination and light for everyone. The discourse then shifts to practical instructions … read more »
Webcast from Jadan Ashram
The supreme wealth is the sight of the Guru, which bestows conscious bliss.Austerities and rituals alone do not accomplish the goal; grace, ethics, and compassion are cultivated. The sight of the true Guru is the essence, removing fear and granting liberation. Even sages and the Vedas cannot reach … read more »
Webcast from Jadan
The glory of satsa g is celebrated on Guru Pūrṇimā.Satsa g is the association with truth and the truthful. It is of two types: satsa g and kusa g. Satya is that which exists in the past, present, and future; that truth is God. The … read more »
The importance of yoga dress
Our tradition holds the Satguru as supreme, and this period is significant.I have been here 56 years; our path is beyond mere exercise. For at least 20 years, I have said disciples should have this specific dress—it is a screen of ourselves, not just clothing. Worldwide styles … read more »
The strength of the female energy
The feet and fingers are powerful centers of energy and relaxation.Focus completely on the soles of the feet and the tips of the fingers. Connect them through gentle touch and awareness. This practice channels immense energy for health, peace, and happiness. The entire life force resides … read more »
Bhramari pranayama and concentration on the navel
The practice of Brahmari begins.Place your index fingers in your ears to block outside sound. Keep your hands and elbows steady. Perform the sound eleven times, not for very long. Remain relaxed and attuned to your own feelings; do not … read more »
The Radiance of the Name
The radiance of the divine name is the supreme reality.The name is not a mere word; it is the very form of the divine. Chanting the name with devotion dissolves all illusion and suffering. It purifies the heart and mind, connecting the individual soul to … read more »
Concentration onn the navel
Daily spiritual practice is as essential as breathing.Without consistent effort, nothing can be sustained. Begin with devotion to Hanuman, for without that foundation, no progress is possible. The practice itself is the real achievement, known as the yogic sleep of the yogis. Maintain … read more »
Collecting good energy
The gift of practice is constant application, not occasional effort.Regular practice brings control and perfection, while irregular effort leads to unease. The guru's grace flows through constant morning, evening, and night practice, not merely through physical proximity. Good intentions at retreat must translate to concentrated … read more »
Life is in the heart and power is in the navel
The heart and navel are central points for spiritual practice and the transmission of grace.A simple exercise involves placing the right hand on the heart to generate warmth and life. This practice, done briefly several times daily, sustains one's vitality. The ultimate spiritual truth flows through a lineage of grace, … read more »
I am for everyone
The gathering celebrates a spiritual unity that transcends physical separation and religious identity.True connection is found within the heart through meditation and practice. The essence of all beings is one, like individual drops merging into a single ocean. This oneness is the foundation of peace and harmony. External … read more »
Don't eat meat and save spirituality
The path requires purity and the Guru's grace.Chanting the divine names is essential, merging the individual with the divine reality. Without the Guru, there is nothing; the Guru provides all that is needed for spiritual progress. Many traditions exist for honoring the departed, … read more »
Yoga nidra from Striky Ashram
The beauty of union is found in its ancient, communal celebration.Traditional marriages were grand gatherings of all friends and family, celebrated for many days, creating profound happiness for both families. This deep, shared joy has been lost. Its absence, replaced by conflict, defines the current age … read more »
Guidance on Posture and Breath
A guide to physical posture and breath awareness.Assume a specific seated posture. Adjust the legs and knees. There must not be excessive pressure. The movement should be slow and controlled. The stomach should remain in a normal, relaxed position. Practice this daily with … read more »
Live natural and use yoga technics
Breath is our fundamental life technique, received from birth at the navel.We direct awareness to points like the navel, heart, mouth, and nostril to understand breathing. This practice is ancient, shared by ṛṣis and scientists, and is not quick but inherent to all life. Humans, unlike animals … read more »
Practice with concentration
Observe the Brahmari, the humming bee, to understand vibration and creation.This small creature demonstrates the capacity to hover in stillness, a principle mirrored in technology and breath. Its energy is internal and formative. Three aspects exist: one sleeps inside, another flees, and a third stands witness … read more »
Bhajan singing in the Strilky Ashram
The essence of spiritual transmission lies in the Guru's grace and the disciple's receptivity.The sacred words and hymns originate from the enlightened masters. These teachings are preserved in extensive texts. The precise historical details are less significant than the living truth they convey. The fundamental reality is known directly … read more »
Concentration on the heart
A gathering celebrates spiritual community and shared purpose.Guests are honored for their work and contributions, not merely their presence. A family from South India exemplifies generosity, maintaining a forest and giving freely. Another family from Rajasthan embodies service, dedicating land for animals and … read more »
The real marriage
The essence of devotion is seeing God in all things, transcending material focus for pure spiritual truth.The divine principle, Deva, represents supreme purity and humility, the essence of all gurus and gods. Many seek God through external names and rituals, but true spirituality is found in the heart, in love, peace, and … read more »
Love is unity
The connection between guru and disciple transcends physical distance through modern technology, which acts as a conduit for spiritual science.The true guru is not defined by external forms like robes, which symbolize one's inner path, but by the deep heart connection. Spiritual practice is about inner unity and love, not external differences. Ancient teachings, like … read more »
Practise and think positive
The soul's journey is from creation to liberation, moving beyond heaven and hell to merge with the Supreme.All beings exist in water, earth, and sky. Humans are given a unique capacity to know. It is said we originate from God and return to the Supreme Reality, Parabrahman, not merely to heaven or hell. … read more »
Practising Bari Khatu Pranam
The practice begins with a warm-up, then returns to a core rhythm.All phases are one unified process. First, move quickly, then slowly. Synchronize the group's timing. The counting sequence establishes a shared cadence. After movement, sit comfortably and relax. Begin prāṇāyāma by using fingers on the right … read more »
Do good things and be happy
Bhajan is a supreme spiritual practice, singing the divine names that unite all hearts beyond language.It brings inner peace and beauty, relaxing the body and mind. Yet, the world contains both good and negative tendencies, like violence and intoxication. All religions contain happiness, but the highest path avoids harming others. Every … read more »
The Practice of Breath and Heart
The practice integrates breath control with heart-centered awareness.Begin with focused breathing through the left nostril for a count. Then shift attention to the heart with normal breath. Continue with breathing through the right nostril. The breath should be balanced, neither too deep nor … read more »
Respect the life of other creatures
The unity of all life is realized in Satsa g, the gathering in truth.All living beings share the same divine essence. Consider an ocean with a ship upon it. All creatures aboard share one vessel and one fate. The difference lies only in the physical body; the soul is … read more »
Whatever is happening but we are yogis
The heart of practice integrates life's experiences with yoga's discipline.Yesterday's walk in the forest was also good practice. Asana and pranayama have been done for many years, from youth to old age. Current techniques serve both young and old in daily life. Health issues often … read more »
Om namo Sri Prabhu Deep Narayanam
The essence of practice is to realize the inner silence and oneness.All practitioners, through dedicated sādhanā, cultivate a high spiritual state within. The sacred syllable Aum represents the eternal divine, encompassing Brahmā, Viṣṇu, and Śiva. Chanting "Om Śānti" invokes peace, dissolving anger and conflict. True spiritual energy … read more »
Bhajan singing in the presence of Vishwaguruji
The divine lineage is invoked and praised, its grace and power are extolled.The Guru is the root of meditation, worship, mantra, and spiritual attainment. The gathering is reminded of practical conduct. The supreme Lord bestows happiness, wealth, and removes all obstacles and diseases for the devoted. The one … read more »
Feel your heart and be merciful for all
Yoga originates from ancient wisdom, seeing unity in all life.The postures are derived from observing all creatures—animals, birds, snakes, and aquatic beings. Every living being possesses the spark of life and consciousness, notably through the eyes. Humans are not separate or superior in essence. A … read more »
Celebrating the international Day of Yoga
The pilgrimage to Ālak Purī reveals the eternal spiritual path.Visits to that Himalayan site, associated with Bhagavān Śiva, bring immense happiness and divinity. The holy waters and cave there hold great power for devotees. While travel has been interrupted for years, the intention to return … read more »
Practising Bari Khatu Pranam
The practice of praṇām involves specific breathing and movement.Sit and perform the praṇām with the body. Execute the movement five times. Inhale and exhale on the left side for ten repetitions. Then perform the same on the right side for ten repetitions. This is … read more »
How did Yoga in Daily Life begin in Europe?
Yoga is the seed of spiritual life, cultivated through daily practice and respect.Our existence is a continuous yoga aimed at understanding the divine. This understanding extends beyond the self to encompass all teachers and seekers. Initial efforts in the West faced resistance, with many rejecting yoga due to … read more »
Just go ahead
Life is pervasive and the path of sādhana requires dedicated practice.All beings consume each other; this is the nature of existence. Life is present throughout the earth, within the soil and the water. The goal is not to become like God, but to recognize the divine … read more »
Practise faithfully and continuously
The daily sādhanā is your foundational and constant path, containing the essence of all techniques.Begin at the Mūlādhāra Chakra, where Gaṇeśa resides as the ruler of everything. This practice is for all, regardless of life situation, but requires pure living free from harm. Consistent practice leads to the heart and … read more »
Practising with Vishwaguruji
Daily practice is essential, varying appropriately with one's age.A consistent routine yields benefits over time. The practice involves specific physical postures and movements. Begin with standing and simple motions, performing them a set number of times. Postures can be done standing or sitting. Regular … read more »
Eat healthy food and live as a human
A call to conscious living through prayer, diet, and daily awareness.Religious practice is declining across many faiths, leading to negative societal outcomes. People should pray sincerely according to their own traditions. Modern habits, like excessive meat consumption and poor health choices, are harmful. The rise of … read more »
We can go altogether to God
The essence of the guru and student is the same, differing only in name and direction on the path.All come from different directions to meet at one point. Extensive worldly study, while respected, does not itself lead to the divine. True attainment comes through devotion, as illustrated by the brother who performed pūjā without … read more »
Introduction of the Strilky Ashram
This sacred grove is a place of satsa g, established through great effort, where one must enter with clean hands and feet and without shoes.It is a beautiful, peaceful forest for prayer. Our ashram is a holy place where many have lived peacefully, having given up things like meat and alcohol. Devotees from around the world come, though some stay … read more »
We must now go further
To progress, integrate spiritual practice into daily life with devotion.Holī Gurujī said having children is important for progress; be good to them. Practice is not just for gatherings but must continue at home with your family through prayer and pūjā. You must learn and practice … read more »
Singing bhajans by Swami Gajanandji
Devotion is the direct expression of the heart's longing for the divine.The song is an offering, a plea for refuge in the guru, who is the true shelter. Through repetitive chanting and praise, the individual consciousness seeks to dissolve. The devotee acknowledges personal incapacity for rigorous practice, … read more »
Procession to the Shri Dudeshwar Mahadev Temple
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Bhajan singing from Jadan Ashram
A pilgrim's vision reveals the urgency of spiritual action.The traveler sees a form, a reminder of life's fleeting nature. Act now on what you must do, or face regret. Delay is not an option. The divine provides answers and sustains life. The true Guru's … read more »
Parabrahma Paramatma is behind the Moon and the Sun
The true guru guides the journey beyond form to the absolute.Many speak of heaven, but such states are not final; beings cycle through realms, including animal forms. True progress is like water evaporating from the ocean to form pure clouds, representing a refined state. That purity … read more »
Releasing the knots of the heart
A spiritual journey moves from seeking to self-understanding.One arrives seeking external knowledge, like meditation. The path provides a structured environment of seva, sādhanā, and community. This life becomes a precious opportunity for inner focus. The external world and interactions serve as mirrors. Irritation … read more »